OBS F150 Owners - Alternator Fire and the Fix!

In this video, I'm fixing a scary alternator fire on my OBS 1991 Ford F-150 and upgrading to a 3G alternator. This is a common issue for OBS Fords if anything extra has been added such as radiator fans or lighting. I'll show you why this easy 3G swap is the best DIY retirement project to keep your classic truck reliable and safe This truck is one of the easiest, cheapest DIY vehicles you can own and fix yourself. Two bolts and about 30 minutes is all it takes. If you are retired or getting close, this is the kind of project that keeps your hands busy, your wallet happy, and your skills sharp. No dealership. No big repair bills. Just you and a truck that was built simple on purpose. 00:00 Houston, We Have a Problem 00:08 Why the 1991 OBS F-150 Is the Perfect Retirement Truck 01:01 How I Found This Truck 01:40 The Alternator Fire Story 02:22 Upgrading to a One-Wire Alternator 03:38 Bracket Clearancing Tips 05:20 Getting the Alternator Installed 06:05 Wiring and Circuit Breaker Plan 08:08 Mission Accomplished - 13 Volts with the AC Running 09:19 Why I Am Adding a 200-Amp Circuit Breaker 11:11 Test Drive - Post-Memorial Day Sunshine Run 11:51 What Is This Truck Worth Today 13:28 Wrap Up ABOUT THIS TRUCK 1991 Ford F-150, V8, Automatic, Cold AC, Power Windows and Locks, Spray-In Bed Liner. Single owner history. Clean, solid, no collision damage. These trucks are starting to show up at car shows and values are climbing. You can find solid ones in the $3,000 to $6,000 range. Clean examples are selling from $10,000 to $22,000. WHY THIS SERIES This series is for folks who want a real retirement hobby in the garage, reliable transportation on a budget, and a way to learn basic maintenance without paying dealership prices. Current Father Son Garage Builds and Projects 1968 Mustang SN95 Chassis Swap Project 1979 Ford F100 Pickup - EFI / AOD 1979 Fox Body Mustang Coupe - Father Son Restoration 1979 Mercury Zephyr Z7 - Home Garage Restoration 1980 Fox Body Mustang - Home Garage Restoration 1981 Fox Body Mustang - Barn Find - Father Son Restoration 1988 OBS F150 - Aunt Jane Farm Truck 1991 OBS F150 - Show Ready 2011 Mustang GTCS California Special #f150 #obsford #fordf150 #ProjectCar #BudgetBuild #VGG #vicegripgarage #carguys