This is not just any truck revival – it’s a true journey back in time! We discovered an abandoned Tatra 138, a legendary truck manufactured between 1959 and 1971, hidden in the overgrown bushes and left to rust for nearly two decades. This 11.8L V8 diesel engine powerhouse was in rough shape – rusted, overgrown, and neglected – but that didn’t stop us from bringing it back to life.
In this episode of Crazy Restoration, we take you through the entire process of reviving and repairing this iconic machine. From inspecting the damaged systems to finally starting the engine after years of silence, this video is a tribute to the resilience of classic engineering.
Watch as we transform a forgotten piece of history into a roaring beast once again. Don’t miss the epic comeback of this Tatra 138!
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00:00 Exterior
01:58 Tools
02:28 Exterior
03:00 Interior
04:00 Old documents
04:54 Engine
06:09 I
06:26 A few days later
06:51 Motor retuning
07:25 Old Battery
08:32 New battery
08:56 Battery power supply
10:45 Test Starting
11:22 Fuel
12:16 Check oil
12:49 Disconnecting the diesel hoses
14:00 New hoses
15:10 Feeding of new hoses
16:30 diesel fuel
17:00 Checking and cleaning the filter
17:42 Cleaning the slide
18:29 Assembly of filters
18:46 Addition of diesel fuel additive
19:49 the filter connection
20:35 pump housing
21:12 Starting
23:57 Drive