1965 Pontiac GTO Restoration - Episode 4 - Full Floor Pan Install

Hello and welcome to my channel! I want to introduce my 1965 Pontiac GTO. I discovered this car in Salt Lake City where it was destined for the scrap heap. It will require extensive restoration work and I will do my best to document the process in what will be a long series of videos. My goal is to transform this car into a 10 second street car in the next 12 months!
In this episode I fabricate some patches for the firewall and install the full floor pan. If this is your first time, just know that this is a big job! But by taking your time and working slowly, you can do this job with ease. Overall the car is in amazing shape for being close to 60 years old!
Follow me on Instagram for more pictures of the build. @Rust_Bucket_Restos

[@Frankensteinfabrications]

tech tip of the day boys and girls when you grind any metal like you did with the rocker panels PLEASE GRIND THE OUTER EDGE OF THE METAL when you grind that metal like that its like sharpening a knife, ive seen people get as much as 5 or 6 stitches the metal was so sharp love your work keep it up

[@longjohn77]

You can see how excited your little guy gets seeing the progress. He knows he'll be Mr Cool when he gets his license.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Oh yes… he wants a Cuda…

[@r.-m.d.]

Great, the first new sheet is welded in! keep it up, the GTO is happy👍👌👏😎

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

She’s gonna be really happy by the end of the week! Trunk & wheel tubs going in!

[@r.-m.d.]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 That's great, I'm looking forward to the next episode. Have a nice week !💪👍😎

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

You too, thanks!

[@CovenGraphics]

that number twenty four sticks right out someday i would like to have the understanding...

[@barrydevlinred]

Ha love it mate he was so vlose to having the rust preventor on his face he he ps those mountains and the look at whats left of the chargers rear end not sure which is prettier

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I can’t wait to see that rear end finished!

[@brittneykappes7952]

Thank you for these videos i am in the very beginning stages of doing a 67 lemans in this same shape so lots of work my family thinks im crazy but im determined and your videos help.thank you

[@deadendgarage2006]

I like how you used the wire wheel to clean away the por 15 in the spot weld areas. Looking good. The smile on the face of little man when you let him ouch a few holes is priceless.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

He’s obsessed!

[@joshruby]

nice to see your son helping and watching hope he will grow up with the same passion as you working on car and not sit behind a computer for the next 50 years doing what the other 90% of men do these days.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

He’s hooked… he really wants his own car…

[@jimmyford271]

Michelangelo lay down when he was painting the ceiling of the Sistine chapel also lol

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I’m no Michelangelo, but I know a good buy guy! 😉

[@gevowavemagnet]

Had a '65 GTO in high school, back in the mid 70's. The majority of these cars were already basket cases at ten years old. Good luck with the project, looking forward to seeing her finished.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks man!

[@oacumulador]

Great channel man!! You deserve to grow! Lets share this channel

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks brother! 🤘🤘

[@jeffshort3454]

Enjoying the videos of the 65 Build...very nice

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks man!

[@rangercwgbear6352]

Love how your son is right in there helping you I didn’t get a chance to show my boys how to do this stuff to my boys since I was away in the Army most of the time as they grew up but they help me now

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

He’s a little hot rodder. All he wants to do is smoky burnouts and build fast cars!

[@cesarmagdaleno6009]

A few comments: #1 Love your content. #2 You make it look easy. #3 I like how long your videos are.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the feedback! I’ll try to keep them long. This video was about 10 hours in the beginning, shrunk down to less than 40 mins

[@starman7945]

Hey Mr Mig it must be ‘ floor pan week’ ! Currently watching Dan from DD SpeedShop throw a one piece floor in a 57 Chevy up in Canada ….without a ramp! It’s all good fun!!!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Yes it is! Onto the trunk and wheel tubs next!

[@simonturner10]

Absolutely loving your work, great to see you had the prescence of mind to treat the inside of the rockers to stop them rusting further (amazing how many people miss this step), floor pan looks awesome. cant wait for the next instalment!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I use por15 to coat just about everything

[@crbrepairmotorcycles6608]

You got this

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Easy peasy!

[@rickykey1175]

After seeing this 65 gtp I don't think mine looks so bad after all long way to go for me thank you showing me I have a good man helpin me. I don't know what to do about the a pillow s I'm late finding you you are very good at what you do

[@kenny3217]

looks awesome, I wish my son was as interested in my resto as yours. I do want to note that POR-15 does very poorly with high heat. I learned that lesson on my project, when I was welding near where I had painted with POR15 it would bubble up.

[@matspeterson1687]

Nice work as usual!! And the best 40 minute's for me today 👍😊

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

🤘🤘

[@jeffvandeusen4260]

Come on who would give it a thumbs down,Great work

[@longjohn77]

I don't get why anyone would dislike this.

[@skeltane]

You should call "Frank's Pontiacs Parts" in Twentynine Palms Ca. You might be able to find some good rust free donor parts like the "A" pillars. Love the project. Can't wait to see it finished

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks man, me too!

[@CarsRestored]

Me: No way he can restore this Rust Bucket: Hold my pontiac

[@ricardosintyago343]

Just want to know what happened with the charger did you ever finish it

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Waiting on parts!! It will be making a BIG return soon!

[@buffdoc46]

Major progress and great stability for future work. 👏

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

It all starts with a solid foundation!

[@nickarko7468]

Nice job

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks!

[@hubertbelden652]

Great job! Can’t wait to see it done!!! I learned to drive in a blue on blue 65 GTO 👍

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

That’s what this was originally. Fontaine Blue with Blue interior. 389 4 speed. Sweet ride!

[@hubertbelden652]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 I’ll see if my dad as pictures of the car.

[@samuelrivera3557]

Looks good. Great job and video!

[@vincevalenti84]

nice work,im enjoying the gto videos as well as the charger videos

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching Vince!

[@DScaglione.]

Hell yeah! 👍🏽👍🏽 😎

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks brother! 🤘🤘

[@martincunnington2154]

Looking more solid love the GTO and the chargers 2 of my favourite cars just dont see many here in the uk

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I know what you mean! I lived in the UK for about 5 years and you definitely don’t see many of these cars!

[@martincunnington2154]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 I wish there were more over here

[@donsrestorations]

While your handheld shaping turned out pretty good, I would think you might want to look at picking up a bead roller for some of that work. Eastwood offers a couple that will not break the bank for smaller jobs such as this.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

100% agree. Bead roller and shrinker stretcher are in the shortlist

[@volvoqq4561]

Nice work :)

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks!

[@jonathanbach7978]

Amazing work and love the shirt by the way!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks! I have my first round of merch coming! I’ll be wearing RBR shirts in my videos from now on!

[@deanrayne7302]

I love your work. I know you just moved there but you need a few more lights and some magnetic lights as well you can stick on when you are in a dark area so we can see the great work you are doing. Small suggestion but still great work.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Good feedback! I’ll have to pick a few up next time at the store

[@gtojimwells1]

Looking GREAT! Can't wait for the next episode!! You have inspired me to take my 65 goat to the next level, I just ordered a pair of lower rear quarter patch panels, I will wait to see how you do yours before I tackle mine.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I’ll probably be doing full quarters on it for two reasons…. One being the rust and two being that I got a little carried away with the air chisel pulling the trunk pan out… oh well. It’ll look better in the end!

[@thevinylcollector3472]

awesome job man

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks brother 🤘🤘

[@kennyrichard2971]

hey me again wow So glad my 69 was not that badly Far gone wow awesome work Hey not sure where you are located I know Frank’s Pontiac used parts if something you need and can’t buy aftermarket he might have it or be able to get it

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I had a 69 GTO a few years back. One of the cars I wish I wouldn’t have sold!

[@davidbrown-55]

Going good boss. The only thing I would question is the floor underside with por15, it will prob. Peel right off.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Hopefully not! I’ve had good luck so far with por15.

[@dannycasler4959]

I wish you would have gotten a pair of new rockers for it, Those are more trouble than they're worth! But you can't win them all!

[@GeekAndSon]

always cool!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

🤘🤘

[@jct300m]

Please lower the music & turn up your voice sound.

[@Mattisgarage]

We want to hear you work!

[@dillonlawson6402]

Hey i just gotta say ive been following since you started on the charger and i love the work and detail you put in the videos and how indepth they are. My dream car is a 1970 dodge charger, i cant wait to see more on that but with that being seid keep kickin ass man. I wish i could do what your doin!! Keep er up!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the kind words brother! Glad I get to share my progress with you guys

[@charlesdirienzo6422]

Instead of POR 15 try masters series primer it works way better it’s cheaper and it’s was developed for priming bridges. I’ve had mixed results with por. Plus you can top coat it directly por you have to use a tie coat.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Good to know! Thanks for the feedback

[@ruwithlee1970]

What about ANA pillar for a 65 Malibu Chevelle whatever The cars structurally are very similar?? Maybe really close to modify to work??

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

The 66-67 GTO a pillars can be modified to fit too

[@nikaliederks593]

I need some help finding the Lower A pillar driver and passenger and also a fire wall. I don't mind spending the extra money to make sure the build stays strong with good metal. I am having to replace most the sheet metal on the GTO cause in its past life it was a drag strip car

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Both are available aftermarket. You should be able to use the 66-67 lower a pillar sections. The only difference is the angle of the windshield channel. Firewalls are available through summit racing.

[@danielscholl7116]

Nice work on the patch panels! Where is the Charger???

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

On ice until I get more parts! Some of the sheet metal I need has been on order since April! With no ship date still! Hoping it comes through soon. I’m as antsy as everyone else to get it going again

[@bbgcars]

WOW AT 7:12 THATS A SICK VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS!, AMAZING ..ARE YOU GOING TO PUT A 389/421 OR 428 IN THAT THING?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

462 stroker

[@bbgcars]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 BUTLER BUILT or TIN INDIAN PERFORMANCE WITH AN INDIAN ADVENTURES STROKER BLOCK?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Butler

[@markszczepaniak5888]

When you were using your Eastwood punch tool, what size are your holes, 1/4 or 5/16 and how far apart are you punching your holes? Great video, always enjoy your work.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I believe they are 7/32” and I space them about 1.5 - 2 inches apart. It’s a sweet tool!

[@thewerxshop0486]

Have you tried Frank's Pontiac Parts? They may have your A pillars. Contact them don't just look at the site.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Not yet, but I have two on the way from amd. They’re for a 66-67 gto. I’ll probably end up sectioning parts of them in if the fitment isn’t exact. Video on the install should be out soon!

[@keithhebert9334]

What about 64 and 65 Malibu don't they make the a-pillar Buick Skylark and Olds Cutlass 2 but by now you probably got it fixed

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Parts are supposed to be here today! So I’ll let you know!

[@idklizard6678]

Yessir

[@superinnovated]

What kind of grinding cut off wheel you use on the floor . i will make an attempt soon 68 gto i have my frame stripped an clean to my best what do you recommend for frame finish were you buy the sheetmetal fenders ,patch panels an core support . an control arms . from dyna corn ? amd ?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I get my cutoff wheels from Lowe’s or Home Depot. They normally come in 10 or 20 packs…. You will need a few! Eastwood sells a few really nice frame coatings that I’ve used before with good success. Check out their rust encapsulator in gloss black.

[@superinnovated]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 fenders an radiator support what place you order from Thanks very much

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Auto Metal Direct is the best in my opinion. They should have everything you need

[@superinnovated]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 My most important what primer to use

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Eastwood 2k epoxy primer. They sell it in rattle cans too! It’s really good stuff and I use it in several of my videos.

[@arcticenterprises2337]

Is the charger coming back to the channel soon ?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Hopefully soon! Waiting for a few more parts to come in..

[@DaftOldMan]

Great work but I wish you would remove the music. I have to watch with the sound off.

[@joshpittman2939]

What all are you gonna do to the frame of this car?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Installing the summit racing frame stiffening kit. I’ll make a video of the install in an upcoming video. Adds more bracing, boxes the frame, etc.

[@Rustytales]

Hello Is there any way I can contact you? I have one very rusty car and you inspire me to try and fix it, although 99% of people tell me it's impossible or not worth it. I do not have the same experience as you, but I want to try to do it. I will be glad to your advice If it is possible of course.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Of course. Send me a message on Instagram

[@jewelsog423]

ARE YOU BUILDING THE CAR FOR YOUR SON ? I GAVE MY SON A 1966 CHEVY IMPALA AND WE INSTALLED BOTH QUARTER PANELS HES 25 NOW BUT WHEN HE WAS YOUNGER I HAD HIM HELP ME PUT A FRONT CLIP ON IT , TEACH THEM WHILE THEY ARE YOUNG GOOD JOB BROTHER

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Not this one. He wants a Cuda-he has very good taste! Maybe that’ll be the next one!

[@samperras]

I’m wondering what you’re background in work is?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I was an F-15 aircraft mechanic in the Air Force. Aside from that, I’ve been a weekend warrior wrenching and tinkering on projects in my garage for the past 15 or so years. No formal training or anything like that. I never had the money to pay someone to do work for me, so I figured it out on my own!

[@samperras]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 I’m a fitter and machinist weekend shed mechanic/ cook, chief dishwasher, very experienced clothes washer my son @ 22 is my Tbone lol

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

That’s awesome

[@blakameatmon]

Whats goin on with the charger?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Waiting on parts!

[@martinprice6407]

Looking great ,a little hard to see

[@iv1831]

🤙🏽

[@builditbrad]

Where is the rest of this cars resto vids?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Someone made me an offer on it that I couldn’t refuse! Never got the chance to finish it.

[@franswijnands4022]

Je heb niet de vloer grondverf vrij gemaakt en toen door las primer gespoten jammer

[@timsaunders8384]

The music is too loud. I am consistently have to adjust the volume. Thanks

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Not sure why that happened with this video. I’ll tone it down in future episodes

[@CovenGraphics]

a rotisserie would help keep you on your feet as you detail the underside ....just saying...

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

That would be nice!

[@fffft3895]

And what happen whit the first 68 charger?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Waiting for parts to arrive… should be soon!

[@fffft3895]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 good, i dream with have a charger lol

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Me too! Can’t wait until mine is on the road!

[@fffft3895]

@@rustbucketrestos6511cool hope you finish it soon

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Me too!!!

[@author_ken8528]

Your music track is too fucking loud!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Turn your computer down!

[@watsisbuttndo829]

Ive got those exact footwell to firewall patch pieces you need, pity im on the other side of the planet!