Restoration of a 1935 Ford Pickup Truck in Texas

🔧Restoring a 1935 Ford pickup truck in Texas poses unique challenges and requires extensive mechanical knowledge and skills.

🚚The truck is a mix between a hot rod and a rat rod, featuring a chopped top and custom modifications.

💨The truck is currently not running and has been off the road for many years, requiring extensive work to get it back into driving condition.

🧰The truck is mostly complete, with the original body, hood, fenders, and grille still intact.

🛠️The restoration process involves repairing rust, addressing dents, and potentially repainting the truck to restore its original beauty.

What is the history of the truck?

—The truck is an unknown homemade 1935 Ford hot rod. Its previous owners tinkered on it for a while before deciding to sell it.

Is the truck in good condition?

—While the truck is complete, it has rust holes and dents. However, considering its age, it is in relatively decent shape.

What is the plan for the truck?

—The goal is to get the truck running again and undertake a 630-mile Cannonball journey back home. The truck may also undergo some cosmetic restoration.

What engine does the truck have?

—The exact engine is unknown, but it is believed to be either a Mopar 318 or 360.

What is the condition of the interior?

—The interior is minimal, with no seat and only a bar to sit on. The truck is in need of a complete interior restoration.

00:00Introduction to the project of restoring a 1935 Ford pickup truck in Texas.

01:32Initial assessment and inspection of the truck's condition.

05:06Exploring the truck's interior, including the chopped top and custom modifications.

11:32Taking a closer look at the engine and its components.

14:31Discussions about potential water damage to the engine and the plan for getting the truck running again.