I was gonna point out a truck from the dealer like this would be over $100K. But, a new king ranch 4x4 diesel like this is already $100k. It’s a shame they started chasing horsepower and low cost over durable engines.
i believe that our 99 7.3 is exactly that. built for eternity. Our truck will never rust here in georgia, and it just now has 260k miles on it. all it does is tow our camper to 10 Nascar race weekends a year. it will do that till the end of time, or at least till the end of my time. i tow at 70-75 mph, getting 10 miles per gallon, it does that 100% stock. no reason to boost it to 300 or 400 horse. Just not needed.
That really is a sweet truck! I'm a die-hard GM guy, but I have always liked this body style, Ford. Now it has a great drive train, awesome suspension in it, and the king ranch interior it a perfect truck, in my opinion. I bet he could get 70 or 80 grand for it once it's buttoned up but I don't think I would ever sell such a sweet rig.
Levi Duff yeah its basically a brand new better version OBS truck. It's probably worth 100k. People pay that for new trucks that haven't had all their problems worked out like Rich has done with his truck. It's somewhat famous also so that might help the value also
This is really the first "Lifetime Truck" that I've seen built and documented on CZcams with good quality. 👏 Its bulletproof design borrows from the best tech and ingenuity that spans decades of automotive design. While not everyone agrees with every part and/or decision Rich made, thanks to this series we can easily imagine tinkering to customize our own bulletproof, one-million-mile powertrain, on-highway pickup truck for family and work... and fun. Excellent effort from everyone involved. Congratulations! 🎉 🛻💨
This is exactly why I wish these big industrial boys... Case, John Deer, Cat, international, etc... would build a full size pickup for working purposes or for the the non commercial market. Doesnt need to be all fancy, just heavy duty functional!!!
Instead of painting in over the winter, may I suggest you look into getting a "wrap" for it. The cost will be less, and there's more options with the wrap. You can incorporate logos and stripes, and so forth on a custom wrap.
I didn't think I've ever said this about any vehicle ever, and it still feels odd, but I think you should paint it yellow. This is a legendary build, the engineers over at Cat are likely very proud, yellow with black trim.
👎 Not yellow....at least not that much yellow. Think it def. should have the Cat yellow as an accent/complimentary color for sure tho! Black w\ yellow would look sweet👍💛🖤 The factory OBS two tone paint jobs on this era trucks(Blk\yel\blk) does look really good👌⬛🟨⬛👍. Anyways the truck is looking great Rich @DebossGarage. I agree I'd absolutely love this truck also! 💛🛠️ Can't wait to see it 💯% done & all buttoned up. Its almost there Man, just a few little trim pieces, etc to do. That KR interior is 🔥, I love that leather the best, looks so soft! 👍😆🛠️🇨🇦🍁 Keep it filthy!
Rich, huge congrats on this project! Was so great to meet you at Carlisle, thanks for supporting the Audi community!! Been a fan for a long while, thanks for the great content!
Doing that shackle reversal on those trucks make them ride and handle so much better. It puts the shackles at the back of the springs where they should be.
Great work. I followed this early in the build and lost track of it somewhere. Now I have to go back in time to fill in the gaps I've missed, because this truck turned out way nicer than I imagined. For a bunch of moose jockeys, I'm really impressed with the builds I see from the Great White North. Seriously though, great work.
Sir i am at awe with your build and stay power to see it through all the way. I came across your build and was glued to all the videos on all your builds. Hats off to you, just simply amazing.
This truck is probably the peak for pickups its comfortable without being a Lincoln Town car inside and the engine is all mechanical that is over built and solid axles, If I had to buy one truck forever this is it.
I like very much that it´s not rolling coal. That´s very, very nice even with tune. Seems like a very nice and happy Kitty. Congrats!Wow, has it really been three years? And please keep the white color. It´s plain and simple. I like it a lot. The truck is awsome in itself, it doesn´t need a "lookatme" colour.
I have to say this is one of the coolest builds I've ever seen. I can't count the number of times I've heard someone talk about wishing they could combine old and new the way this truck does. Awesome job!!
Rich, I have a 99 7.3 powerstroke with the hydroboost I added archoil to mine as directed after a fresh flush night and day difference. 3.2 oz per quart for the system I added 6 oz archoil to the power steering system within 100km the loud whining noise I was accustomed to was completely gone. I'm not a big brand pusher but Archoil in the 7.3 oil and powersteering/hydroboost system is noticeable! As always love your content.
A friend swapped a commercial 7.3 diesel into a f350 that had a ford 7.3 in it years ago. The thing was a monster. They are not the same motor. I can’t remember how much power he was making but it was absurdly fast.
drove a 3126 box truck for a while delivering stuff for my work, those motors are fairly stout as is. cant imagine how capable it is with the tune, and the overall build is super slick, inside and out. great job!
If you don't mind me asking, what size are the tires and rims on your pickup? As a Ford man for over half a century, I have to say that is one of the very nicest pickups I've ever seen, and an incredible build. May God continue to bless you brother!
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Such a cool build, congrats on finishing the truck !!! Besides odds and ends, it runs and drives , seems to pull really well. Those older Fords are such a great looking truck , Awesome content as always , keep it up man !! 👍
im slowly building up parts for my truck. i use it for work so maintenance is always eating at the savings but piece by piece its getting better. you constantly inspire me to "figure it out", you make things work, and always give it your best. Please never stop what you do.
I totally agree, after all the work you’ve done it just deserves a fresh coat of paint, and maybe a simple pinstripe or something to break up all that real estate 👍
Nice job. I just finished spending three years shoving a Cummins ISM and a 13 speed road ranger in my motorhome. I have the same smile on my face going through the gears after looking forward to it for so long. I am on the other end of Canada.
Nice build. I wish I had the time to build my own truck. I'd go with this same CAT in a 2007 F-350. That way you get the built in trailer factory brake controller, coil front suspension, larger frame, etc.
Finding out about the atmospheric pressure sensor might be a big reveal in setting my SUV up to run harder than it does now it's old. Always a good video when I learn something useful.
So my superduty 7.3 made 200ish at factory, making 300 ish (all to the ground) now. At 300 it has bitchslapped any trailer I’ve towed up to a 21,000 lb trailer. If you’re making 330, and comparing that to the 3126 high torque dyno sheets… that thing should make short work of anything you latch onto. Love the build rich! 😊 HEUI noises make for an epic soundtrack.
I love this build especially Caterpillar 3126 F350 with a sleeveless engine like the 5.9 liter cummins glad you got this classic Ford truck towing a car hauler not bad considering it pulls great
The only thing that would make this truck slightly cooler is if it was a 3208 V8 CAT instead of the 3126, but thats just personal preference. Still the coolest OBS Ford ever built.
I work at Ford and we use the friction modifier designed for limited slip diffs to solve the whining. Just pour a bottle in and always solves it. We obviously use the motor craft friction modifier. My 96 was whining and it solved it 2 years ago and all is still good.
I stinking love this build, Rich!! It gets me excited to work on my 95 1/2 ton. Please look into doing an 05+ super duty axle swap please!! You would be much happier with the front coils and better turning radius!
just love seeing someone else who just finds a way to make it all work and in true fashion less than two days from a trip great vids and inspiriational content man keep it up
Great videos ....I love to watch the progression as the truck evolves into a sweet machine. As much as I would love to do something of the same sort there are just too many skills I don't have that I would bog down on the project . SO I've done the same type of thing but with an abandoned home in the mountains that I bought at auction. It's taken me 3 years to rebuild (health issue delays.) But now that it 95% complete it is a joy to live in.
I questioned your use of ready rod on the air tank but I should have just been complimenting the insane amount of planning and work that has gone into building this amazing truck.
I hate being this guy, but you're going to regret that undercoating if you plan on keeping that truck. Always go with the 2 parts spraying in urethane coatings. Their hard as a rock and water doesn't get behind them like that rubber undercoating. I live in michigan, and I've learned the hard way with the rubber stuff. I bought a kit off Amazon and have the tool now, so all I have to buy is the product for any new projects. To leave on a positive note, you built an absolutely beautiful truck brother, great work for all your hard work.
We had a little hole in our trailer too. Just cut a square patch out of some sheet metal, squirt on some RTV around it; put your patch in a diamond shape and rivot it over the hole. It's looks perfectly fine, as if it belongs there; like some kind of 'hazard" sign or something. You won't even notice it again.
I cut my teeth working on these things and the old 3116 topkicks, i always wondered about the idea of putting one in a pickup, figured it would last forever if nothing else. Pretty cool that someone let the intrusive thoughts win and tried it. And such tidy execution.
If the big 3 build them like this they would put themselves out of business. Excellent build!!!!
Thank you man
I was gonna point out a truck from the dealer like this would be over $100K. But, a new king ranch 4x4 diesel like this is already $100k.
It’s a shame they started chasing horsepower and low cost over durable engines.
Yep, this build has been great.
i believe that our 99 7.3 is exactly that. built for eternity. Our truck will never rust here in georgia, and it just now has 260k miles on it. all it does is tow our camper to 10 Nascar race weekends a year. it will do that till the end of time, or at least till the end of my time. i tow at 70-75 mph, getting 10 miles per gallon, it does that 100% stock. no reason to boost it to 300 or 400 horse. Just not needed.
@@NBSV1people like big numbers
That really is a sweet truck! I'm a die-hard GM guy, but I have always liked this body style, Ford. Now it has a great drive train, awesome suspension in it, and the king ranch interior it a perfect truck, in my opinion. I bet he could get 70 or 80 grand for it once it's buttoned up but I don't think I would ever sell such a sweet rig.
I'll bet he could get more than 100k for it. Some guys go nuts over Cat stuff and old trucks
Levi Duff yeah its basically a brand new better version OBS truck. It's probably worth 100k. People pay that for new trucks that haven't had all their problems worked out like Rich has done with his truck. It's somewhat famous also so that might help the value also
Only way it could be better is with a 400 cummins in front of that Allison transmission in that body
@@Celician83 i bet you would notice a 3000 pound engine in that size truck.
@@uliwehner oh yeah, but it'd be the best damn truck ever!!!
This is really the first "Lifetime Truck" that I've seen built and documented on CZcams with good quality. 👏 Its bulletproof design borrows from the best tech and ingenuity that spans decades of automotive design. While not everyone agrees with every part and/or decision Rich made, thanks to this series we can easily imagine tinkering to customize our own bulletproof, one-million-mile powertrain, on-highway pickup truck for family and work... and fun. Excellent effort from everyone involved. Congratulations! 🎉 🛻💨
You built the coolest truck man, I'm a huge cummins fan but the cat swap is a very cool twist from what alot of people are doing currently!
I've done 1/2 dozen cummins swaps. TIme for something different
@DEBOSSGARAGE very cool, I've just completed my first swap mercedes om617 in to my wife's 86 toyota pickup its my small victory haha
This is exactly why I wish these big industrial boys... Case, John Deer, Cat, international, etc... would build a full size pickup for working purposes or for the the non commercial market. Doesnt need to be all fancy, just heavy duty functional!!!
They have and they weren't that good. Turns out when you work with them everyday yeah you still want comfort.
Awesome build, turned out great. Thats a truck you never sell. You know a diesel is tuned properly when it doesnt roll coal.
Exactly
Words taken straight from the gospel. Preach it, friend!
My buddy is a diesel tech and he calls that black smoke "unused horsepower".
@@jwszewczyk because it is its unburnt fuel its crazy how many people roll coal and think there actually doing anything but looking dumb
@@TylerDuysen Exactly its dumb and a total waste of money.
I'm seriously jealous. Would die for a build like that. Great series and love the truck. Interior is amazing as well. Nice job.
Thank you
Instead of painting in over the winter, may I suggest you look into getting a "wrap" for it. The cost will be less, and there's more options with the wrap. You can incorporate logos and stripes, and so forth on a custom wrap.
This is one to keep the rest of your life Rich! Incredible build, love everything about it!
I didn't think I've ever said this about any vehicle ever, and it still feels odd, but I think you should paint it yellow. This is a legendary build, the engineers over at Cat are likely very proud, yellow with black trim.
👎 Not yellow....at least not that much yellow. Think it def. should have the Cat yellow as an accent/complimentary color for sure tho! Black w\ yellow would look sweet👍💛🖤 The factory OBS two tone paint jobs on this era trucks(Blk\yel\blk) does look really good👌⬛🟨⬛👍.
Anyways the truck is looking great Rich @DebossGarage. I agree I'd absolutely love this truck also! 💛🛠️ Can't wait to see it 💯% done & all buttoned up. Its almost there Man, just a few little trim pieces, etc to do. That KR interior is 🔥, I love that leather the best, looks so soft! 👍😆🛠️🇨🇦🍁
Keep it filthy!
Deboss white with yellow CAT POWER
The black panther? Would be a sweet kitty... get a black cat logo on the hood
DISGUSTING COLOR CHOICE. OBS FORD NEEDS TO BE A SHADE OF SILVER, WHITE, BLUE...ANYTHING BUT YELLOW.
Rich, huge congrats on this project! Was so great to meet you at Carlisle, thanks for supporting the Audi community!! Been a fan for a long while, thanks for the great content!
What a great ep - running, and towing! Have a fun summer of love with the f-tree kitty!
Doing that shackle reversal on those trucks make them ride and handle so much better. It puts the shackles at the back of the springs where they should be.
The meticulousness of this build is great. The effort you put in to make every little thing the way it should be is just inspiring.
The Intros spotlighting your Sponsors are one of the best on CZcams! ( just my two cents) Love the content also.
My Ford doesn't have a turbo but gets that sweet turbo whine from the power steering pump.
FTreeKitty coming along nicely Rich!
That would be more like a supercharger whine...
Great work. I followed this early in the build and lost track of it somewhere. Now I have to go back in time to fill in the gaps I've missed, because this truck turned out way nicer than I imagined.
For a bunch of moose jockeys, I'm really impressed with the builds I see from the Great White North.
Seriously though, great work.
Man such a sweet truck. Pass that baby down through the family. That thing could easily go three or four generations into the future.
Sir i am at awe with your build and stay power to see it through all the way. I came across your build and was glued to all the videos on all your builds. Hats off to you, just simply amazing.
That's a sweet rig. I expect the Cat engine to last a long time. My rollback has a 3126 with 500k miles, still running strong as it should.
This truck is probably the peak for pickups its comfortable without being a Lincoln Town car inside and the engine is all mechanical that is over built and solid axles, If I had to buy one truck forever this is it.
I like very much that it´s not rolling coal. That´s very, very nice even with tune. Seems like a very nice and happy Kitty. Congrats!Wow, has it really been three years? And please keep the white color. It´s plain and simple. I like it a lot. The truck is awsome in itself, it doesn´t need a "lookatme" colour.
As an arizonan that loves Southern boxes I giggled when a Canadian said it.
I have to say this is one of the coolest builds I've ever seen. I can't count the number of times I've heard someone talk about wishing they could combine old and new the way this truck does. Awesome job!!
330hp but it probably makes 1500lbs of torque
860ft*
Rich, I have a 99 7.3 powerstroke with the hydroboost I added archoil to mine as directed after a fresh flush night and day difference. 3.2 oz per quart for the system I added 6 oz archoil to the power steering system within 100km the loud whining noise I was accustomed to was completely gone. I'm not a big brand pusher but Archoil in the 7.3 oil and powersteering/hydroboost system is noticeable! As always love your content.
A friend swapped a commercial 7.3 diesel into a f350 that had a ford 7.3 in it years ago. The thing was a monster. They are not the same motor. I can’t remember how much power he was making but it was absurdly fast.
There's nothing like the smell of freshly-baked aluminum CATerpillar letters for your unique F-350 in the morning 🌞
That truck is amazing. That stearing wheel would drive me insane with a 6 hour trip ahead
Fix the hole in the trailer by cutting it out to fit a 12 and 120 volt and air outlet.
Best comment today. Thanks man
drove a 3126 box truck for a while delivering stuff for my work, those motors are fairly stout as is. cant imagine how capable it is with the tune, and the overall build is super slick, inside and out. great job!
One thing I love about this series more than the truck is, when I run outta things to watch on CZcams the 🐐 comes through with a banger episode
Cat motor, Cat tailgate, King Ranch interior. Lotta guys havin pickup envy!
Hell yeah!!! Literally yesterday I finished the f350 cat series and was like man.. I wanna see it turned up 🤣 low and behold it’s beautiful
Nothing like the sound of a Cat
You’ve done a great job on this thing man! I’ve been watching since day one, you’ve put a lot of blood sweat and tears in this thing and it shows!
this has been absolutly one if my favorite build series ! its crazy to think this started 3 years ago ! absolute dream truck !!!
If you don't mind me asking, what size are the tires and rims on your pickup? As a Ford man for over half a century, I have to say that is one of the very nicest pickups I've ever seen, and an incredible build. May God continue to bless you brother!
Go on James, let him have the 5th wheel👍🏻
For some, the greasiness of McDonald's hash browns is part of their charm. It adds a certain indulgence and decadence to the breakfast experience. It's like treating yourself to a guilty pleasure once in a while. However, for others who prefer a cleaner and less greasy meal, it might be necessary to explore alternative options or modify their order to suit their preferences.
Such a cool build, congrats on finishing the truck !!! Besides odds and ends, it runs and drives , seems to pull really well. Those older Fords are such a great looking truck , Awesome content as always , keep it up man !! 👍
im slowly building up parts for my truck. i use it for work so maintenance is always eating at the savings but piece by piece its getting better. you constantly inspire me to "figure it out", you make things work, and always give it your best. Please never stop what you do.
I totally agree, after all the work you’ve done it just deserves a fresh coat of paint, and maybe a simple pinstripe or something to break up all that real estate 👍
Tech screws could save this man millions and years of time
Top work bud
job well done ....sweet sound of a cat and that turbo whistle is second to none
Imagine a set of jakes
i watched this 69,420 times in a row and can confirm, it is a certified DEBOSS Classic!
You absolutely nailed this build. Been following since day one. Can't get enough of this thing.
You have an amazing talent Rich. I can't believe this project worked. Do another two tone.
Nice job. I just finished spending three years shoving a Cummins ISM and a 13 speed road ranger in my motorhome. I have the same smile on my face going through the gears after looking forward to it for so long. I am on the other end of Canada.
Outstanding build and rig. Sounds so sweet and runs clean.
Nice build. I wish I had the time to build my own truck. I'd go with this same CAT in a 2007 F-350. That way you get the built in trailer factory brake controller, coil front suspension, larger frame, etc.
Pretty awesome!, but you need to put a lock on that tailgate since you bolted the letters on the will just take the whole gate 🤣🤣
A truck which will out-haul and outlast any modern truck
💪🇨🇦👌
Finding out about the atmospheric pressure sensor might be a big reveal in setting my SUV up to run harder than it does now it's old. Always a good video when I learn something useful.
So my superduty 7.3 made 200ish at factory, making 300 ish (all to the ground) now. At 300 it has bitchslapped any trailer I’ve towed up to a 21,000 lb trailer. If you’re making 330, and comparing that to the 3126 high torque dyno sheets… that thing should make short work of anything you latch onto. Love the build rich! 😊
HEUI noises make for an epic soundtrack.
This has been one of my favorite swap series to watch on CZcams yet. Daydream stuff, but as usual Rich goes and does it.
I love this build especially Caterpillar 3126 F350 with a sleeveless engine like the 5.9 liter cummins glad you got this classic Ford truck towing a car hauler not bad considering it pulls great
Alignment!!! Yes DEAR GOD! That crooked steering wheel was driving me nuts in this video!
It wouldn’t be a ford without a loud power steering unit - a ford mechanic
The only thing that would make this truck slightly cooler is if it was a 3208 V8 CAT instead of the 3126, but thats just personal preference. Still the coolest OBS Ford ever built.
Steering still crooked as hell going straight, that’s that Ford quality.
Hard to believe i've been following this build for 3 years! Congrats on "finishing"... you're Da Boss!!
I work at Ford and we use the friction modifier designed for limited slip diffs to solve the whining. Just pour a bottle in and always solves it. We obviously use the motor craft friction modifier. My 96 was whining and it solved it 2 years ago and all is still good.
Awesome build Rich.👍
I stinking love this build, Rich!! It gets me excited to work on my 95 1/2 ton. Please look into doing an 05+ super duty axle swap please!! You would be much happier with the front coils and better turning radius!
Love this build everything being overbuilt will guarantee that it will be reliable for a long time 👍
just love seeing someone else who just finds a way to make it all work and in true fashion less than two days from a trip great vids and inspiriational content man keep it up
Great videos ....I love to watch the progression as the truck evolves into a sweet machine. As much as I would love to do something of the same sort there are just too many skills I don't have that I would bog down on the project . SO I've done the same type of thing but with an abandoned home in the mountains that I bought at auction. It's taken me 3 years to rebuild (health issue delays.) But now that it 95% complete it is a joy to live in.
Good for you man, that's awesome!
What a dream come true. I love the wheels and tires, they belong on it.
Well done.
This thing is just absolutely incredible. This is more than a build, this is a completely new vehicle. Blown away.
This is my favorite truck on the internet and it's not even close. And it's still not fully done.
You're absolutely correct this is one of my favourite build not only on your channel but anyway on CZcams. So stoked to see in Finished.
I questioned your use of ready rod on the air tank but I should have just been complimenting the insane amount of planning and work that has gone into building this amazing truck.
End of the build, begining of its life, reborn! Love this truck, loved watching its build from purchace to today.
Hats off to you, Rich, for such a sweetheart build. Man, what a truck. Easily my favorite of your projects in the last few years.
Dang Rich, I'm MAD jealous of this truck. She's not perfect, but damn close! Thanks for posting these, following this build was very enjoyable!
This truck will literally outlast anything
A nice Caterpillar yellow would set the black letters and aluminium off just dandy
If you have a harbor freight in your area their bed liner spray cannot be beat. Chassis spray is great too
Awesome Kitty 🐈. Veery cool 🐈😺
I think yall gonna want to find a sponsor for a locking tailgate solution!!
Been watching this build from the start. What a work of art buddy. Congratulations!!
7:28- Nice Southern Box is the best Box there is ha. Cool video too.
F3KITTY ... thats awesome!
Can I get a “I like that” count hahaha 😂 love it
I ran Ford in the bush for over 20 years, wish we had the option for that drive train! Sweet👍
Truck needs to be painter CAT yellow!!!!
I'd love to do the alignment on that truck for ya! Great build! Beautiful truck!
I hate being this guy, but you're going to regret that undercoating if you plan on keeping that truck. Always go with the 2 parts spraying in urethane coatings. Their hard as a rock and water doesn't get behind them like that rubber undercoating. I live in michigan, and I've learned the hard way with the rubber stuff. I bought a kit off Amazon and have the tool now, so all I have to buy is the product for any new projects. To leave on a positive note, you built an absolutely beautiful truck brother, great work for all your hard work.
Putting the pressure on JAMES much!!!
I absolutely love this truck! Seeing it get built and finished motivated me to finish my project!
Good video. Too bad Cat don't have jakes but good video still :) Would be sweet hear jakes barking while hauling that big trailer:)
We had a little hole in our trailer too. Just cut a square patch out of some sheet metal, squirt on some RTV around it; put your patch in a diamond shape and rivot it over the hole. It's looks perfectly fine, as if it belongs there; like some kind of 'hazard" sign or something. You won't even notice it again.
Can't beleive its pretty much finished! Its been an awesome series to watch
I think white and gold stripe on the bottom like the newer king ranches would look sick
If CAT made engine kits for medium duty trucks. They wouldn’t be able to keep up with the demands! 😂
This has been one of the best builds out they its a real credit to you and your skills
I love the grass growing out of the fork boom!
I cut my teeth working on these things and the old 3116 topkicks, i always wondered about the idea of putting one in a pickup, figured it would last forever if nothing else. Pretty cool that someone let the intrusive thoughts win and tried it. And such tidy execution.
We don't see truck like this in New Zealand, but we all would love one.This one would be a keeper!
Wonderful series. Great effort led you to a dream truck. Enjoy it forever.