Ford F250 | Full Review & Restoration Story

In this episode of Torque and Takeoff, I team up with Jason as he shares the story behind his 1972 Ford F-250 pickup truck complete with a FE 360 5.9L V8. This truck isn’t just any old vehicle it’s been through a lot, from its import journey to Australia to the challenges of getting it registered.

Jason faced a series of roadblocks, from customs tearing out the brakes to the struggle of finding a mechanic willing to work on such a large vehicle. But after a year of hard work, the F-250 is back on the road, roaring with its Ford FE360 5.9-litre V8 engine that delivers some serious torque. Jason even added a custom exhaust to bring out that classic V8 rumble.

We dive into the details of how the Patina was done to preserve the paint work and some of the other restoration work that's been carried out. We also chat about quirky issues like Queensland Transport’s demand for an engine block number that didn’t exist.

Join us for a ride in this iconic American pickup as we explore what it’s like to drive a piece of automotive history on the Gold Coast. If you’re into classic trucks, V8s, or just love a good car story, this video is for you!

Time Stamps
0:00 - 0:20 Intro
0:20 - 1:27 Import Journey
1:27 - 3:46 Engine Bay
3:46 - 4:37 Patina Explained
4:37 - 5:26 Wheels
5:26 - 7:12 Tray & Body
7:12 - 8:38 Colour & Plates
8:38 - 10:28 Interior & Gearbox
10:28 - 15:42 Test Drive

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