1968 GTO cowl panel removal. A-body, don't forget to Subscribe !!

Replacing cowl panel on GTO 68-72. (Restoring GTO from ground up) replacing firewall, side cowl panel, floor pan, trunk panel, quarter panels if you have any questions leave a comment and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Please like And subscribe

[@bryandejesus2011]

Im 26 yearsold and just some experience and im rebuilding a 71 chevelle in puerto rico and im really glad that i have videos like yours❤🙏

[@classicrewind2715]

Thanks. Glad to help if you have any questions

[@Jimmysaldana]

I am starting a 72 cutlass and your videos will help me so much. Thanks and I will keep watching all your work.Great job👍

[@classicrewind2715]

My brother had a 72 Cutlass is was sweet. Thanks for the kind words. Al the best

[@KSmoothgarage]

This was very helpful! My 68 Chevelle is in the same shape.

[@classicrewind2715]

The cowl panel was one of the first things I did on the GTO when I bought it. It was a lot of fun. I'm pretty sure the video will help you. All the best

[@keithnoneya]

Awesome, glad I don't have to do that to mine. I put my Goat in the garage about 30 years ago to ensure it didn't rust any further. It's going to be my retirement project. I subbed your channel for updates. Thanks for sharing. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

[@texasgarage145]

Good stuff man I see you have a lot of rust up on the front window the cowl ,your videos keep me motivated to keep on doing metal work on my junk ,LOL

[@classicrewind2715]

Yeah, There was a lot of rust there. It was practically falling apart. I ended up cutting most of it out and Welding the pinholes that I saw from the inner cowl panel where the firewall attaches to. I then POR-15 everything . Keep on moving on my friend

[@texasgarage145]

@@classicrewind2715 Hey what's going on man , While I was working on my passenger front floor patch I had to take the - dash pad out so that I wouldn't burn holes in it from the welder anyhow I looked up to where my dash- pad would go and I see Rust right in the windshield area so I guess I'll be soon but not too soon taking out the windshield and doing rust repair right at the cowl where the windshield meets the cowl ,that sucks !

[@classicrewind2715]

That rust hides everywhere. I put a drop light behind the inner Dash cowl panel, I could see pin holes all over the place. I ended up spot welding them and then coating it with a coat of POR 15

[@texasgarage145]

@@classicrewind2715 Yeah I'm afraid to do that if I do that I may see More than I want to lol let's just hope it doesn't come to that

[@scottbelen]

Interesting jack stands

[@classicrewind2715]

Custom-made jack stands.yes, LOL. wanted to make sure that the vehicle was absolutely level while I was tearing apart the floor and firewall. Hope you enjoyed the video,all the best

[@petergoodwin2465]

Great work mate, had to subscribe, I like the old Pontiacs, too bad we don't have many in Australia. Will probably have to do this to our 67 impala. Looking very bad around the windsceens.

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Peter. Thank you for the kind words. I love the Impala. I have a 68 Chevelle that I restored a while back, my buddy has a 67 Chevelle, it is very similar to the 67 Impala. All the best my friend. stay safe

[@petergoodwin2465]

@@classicrewind2715 I usually build old Aussie made Mopars but I really like the old American Gms, l love Chevells , will watch all your videos mate. This channel should have thousands and thousands of subscribers. You do very good quality work, I was a panel beater and modern cars just don't interest me. These old Gms are really well built like a tank. Can't get many replacement panels in Australia but it's not hard to make new sections . This old impala has really done a lot of miles ,drove it and just couldn't stop driving it and nearly ran out of fuel. Very nice car to drive and handled ok to. I'm rebuilding the whole suspension and new body mounts. Just finished welding parts into the impala boot floor. Take care mate and be safe .

[@classicrewind2715]

Thanks Peter. I am getting ready to install the high performance ridetech suspension kit on the frame. It Takes a little bit of time to figure out how everything goes together, I'm going to take a video of it. I hope this series will interest you as much as the rest. Thanks again my friend. Be safe

[@bryandejesus2011]

By any chance do you have a video replaceng the lower cowl vent panels?

[@classicrewind2715]

Check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppi7oHeundOte5Y

[@jimprice6957]

I'd like to know how hard it is to take the upper cowl panel off of a 70 model Chevelle I've got one and I'm trying to get it off

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi, 70 Chevelle is the same as the A- body GTO. You have to follow the steps I did removing my cowl panel in the video. You should be fine. Just make sure your fender holes line up.. let me know if you have any questions. All the best

[@christiandill8296]

Thank you for the video, i was curious on the dash piece where you got that and if you possibly have a link for it as well! TIA!

[@Reaperhydraulicstampa]

Im about to do mine on my 66 impala vert. I use a 1/16" drill bit to start a depression and do 10-15 at a time then change out to the spot weld cutter bits

[@classicrewind2715]

Thanks for the advice... I use pretty much the same method. I realize they sell a different cutter that's supposed to be better. I can't recall the name of it but it's really expensive. You still have to drill a little depression in the metal. All the best. Keep in touch. let me know how your project works out.

[@Reaperhydraulicstampa]

@@classicrewind2715 10-4 did you finish it yet? I didnt check on the original day you posted

[@classicrewind2715]

No, I did not finish. I still have a lot of work to do. I've been away on vacation and I just came back. I will try to post another video (part 2) next week..

[@classicrewind2715]

I actually moved to the back of the car. I was replacing the floor pan and trunk pan. You have to check out those videos. I am going to be working back towards the front of the car again. All the best my friend

[@eddoyle759]

I am working on a 69 LeMans coupe and find your channel very helpful. do you have a DVD of all your videos?

[@classicrewind2715]

No, I don't have a DVD of all my videos. I just post them on KZbin so I can share my experience with others. All the best

[@lockshoprobert]

I have a 69 GTO that I'm going to replace a lot of panels to. where did you get parts for your GTO and were they quality made. Would you use some other company know that you start this project

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Robert. I use the company call OPGI. I had some problems with their products in the beginning. The firewall, there was definitely a problem. I would not use them for that.. they tried to correct it, But I still had the same problem. Problem was around the transmission tunnel. It would not match up to the floor pan trans tunnel. I purchased the one without the heating core. They told me that I would not have the problem with the other firewall with the heating core so they sent me out that one. (I had the same probleml) I would try Ames they might have a better product. They charge a little more money. I hope this helps. Good luck with your project! Keep in touch my friend

[@gpaulwelch7127]

Good luck they get there stuff from the same place on the cowl I'm working on a 68 gto an had to put a 68 chevelle cowl an now cowl vents don't fit so ordered chevelle vents an they don't fit rite. I'm think about welding them up to make them smaller

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi G Paul. The only thing I noticed different on the Cowl panel was the bolts that hold the fender were in the wrong location. I did not notice a difference in the vent. I will have to double-check and get back to you. In the meantime you should try to call Ames sometimes they could tell you that they gave you the wrong panel. Maybe it is to a 68 Chevelle versus a 68 GTO. There is some differences in the body panels. I hope this helps.. keep in touch. All the best

[@gpaulwelch7127]

Where did you buy the metal dash from

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Paul. Thanks for subscribing to my channel, and leaving a comment. I don't know if they sell that Dash panel. I don't think I was able to find it for the GTO. I bought the metal for the window Channel. It is for a 68 Chevelle. I have to do a lot of modifying for it to fit. I hope this helps. All the best

[@waynebauer2770]

Waiting for your cowl install video. I just got mine off. How are you planning to attach the upper cowl to the lower cowl under the windshield area? On this video you said it was tack welded. Are you planning to weld it before you put the windshield piece in? Thanks

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Wayne , I just started editing the video this evening for the cowl panel. I should have it up within a couple days trying to get it at least 30 minutes. The lower cowl panel, the upper cowl panel and the windshield channel is actually all spot welded together. So I'm going to be welding the cowl panel to the lower cowl panel first. Then spot weld the windshield channel. Thanks for commenting let me know what you think when I post a new video. All the best.

[@waynebauer2770]

@@classicrewind2715 While disassembling mine, it seems there is seam sealer between the upper portion of cowl panel and the dash/windshield panel (originally a one piece unit). Did you see this on yours. Looks like it was a thin bead to absorb any vibration as the top area of dash was not welding in this area. Your thoughts

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Wayne. Sorry to get back to you so late. No the windshield channel was actually welded to the cowl panel. There is an area of the video that I actually show where the two pieces were welded together. I don't remember what time in the video it was. I hope this helps.

[@classicrewind2715]

Wayne go to the 13 minute Mark of the video, that's when I start explaining how the window Channel and the cowl panel come together. I think it goes to 14:45. I hope this helps let me know

[@waynebauer2770]

@@classicrewind2715 thanks. I'll look at it tomorrow

[@larney37]

Great video! Any update on this?

[@classicrewind2715]

Oh yes. Are you subscribed? You will get the latest updates... I put out a bunch of videos since the cow panel. I moved to the back of the car. I installed the trunk pan, inner and outer wheelhouse , quarter panel. I will be going back to the front when I am done with the rear of the car. Thanks for watching!!

[@larney37]

@@classicrewind2715 I am now! :) I saw the other videos, but I am about to start on my cowl panel (I have a 72 Cutlass) and your first video was super helpful for getting ready to remove it!

[@classicrewind2715]

Thank you for subscribing. When you remove the cowl panel make sure you try to save as much as possible. That way you could mock it up with the new one. (On he repops the fender bolts are in the wrong area). Be careful you don't install it without re-drilling and Welding the nut underneath!!! I hope this helps my friend.

[@larney37]

@@classicrewind2715 Thanks! Good tip!

[@jdsmith556]

I was wondering what you did about your vinplate? If the car was that rusted I’m sure the vin was almost gone. I ask because I’m watching your videos for pointers on my 70 chevelle and I’m in about the same boat.

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi JD. My VIN number , I'm going to remove during the restoration. When I'm done, I will be putting it back. A friend of mine restored his barracuda. He actually built a 71 barracuda and his VIN number says it's a 70. When you doing a Resto Rod it really doesn't matter... because it's not a matching numbers restauration. Good luck with your 70s Chevelle. My 68 Chevelle is all original except for the motor. I have a 454 in it. I wanted it to look period Correct. I have the original Rally wheels, original Dash, counsel, Super Sports 68 came with a rolling tack that's another giveaway. Also if your VIN number starts with a 138 it's considered a SS Good luck on your build my friend!!!

[@streetguzzler]

Any update pics available? Very interesting

[@classicrewind2715]

Paul Panther Hi Paul. I should be posting a video soon. the floor pan is giving me a harder time than I thought. The welding is very tedious don't want any air bubbles.. thanks for watching. Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't. Thanks again my friend.

[@mikefowler7341]

Great video, that’s exactly what I’m doing to my ‘69 Goat! My question is..does the new Cowl just slide into the left and right inner cowls? Does it just rest in the inner cowl pockets and the only welding is on top? Thx..Mike

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler Hi Mike. I'm Pretty sure it goes underneath the cowl panels. I'm on vacation now, when I get home on double check and send you another response.

[@mikefowler7341]

Classic Rewind thx...enjoy your vacation!

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler Hi Mike.. Yes, it does go under the cow panels. I got in this morning from vacation. if you have any other questions let me know.🍺

[@AlphaModSquad]

Doing this to my 66 impala convertible this helps but they don't make a patch panel for my dash. Luckily they do sell the cowl. I wonder if your patch panel would work🤔

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi Alpha, I don't think the patch panel would work for the 66 Impala, if I'm not mistaken that car is wider. You might be able to section it out but I don't think it would fit from the left side to the right side. You need to find out the length of that panel. I hope this helps. All the best, let me know how it works out for you.

[@mikefowler7341]

Do you have a FB page?

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler No Mike I don't have a FB page. I have Twitter Check out Harry K (@HarryKourpas): twitter.com/HarryKourpas?s=09

[@MattJones-zx9wo]

Replacing panels is not restoration unless they are toast why did you replace the firewall?

[@classicrewind2715]

Matt thanks for watching... When I purchase this car a year ago, it was molested to the point where I had to replace every panel. The firewall was cut by the body mounts they did not do a good job welding it tight. There was about a quarter inch Gap from the original firewall to the replacement floor pan. I have a couple videos showing the damage and rot where the fire wall meets the floor pan as well. All the best. thanks again for watching

[@mikefowler7341]

Harry I sent you a couple of cowl pics on your twitter page

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler Hi Mike. I'm gonna go on Twitter now and look at it. sorry for the late response. I'll let you know if I receive them

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler Mike This is my other KZbin channel on here all the time. You need to subscribe in order is send me a message. Go to the area word says (About) Send me a PM on KZbin with your phone number and I'll text you pictures back-and-forth. On my cell phone.

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike I had my direct messages turned off I did not receive your pictures.

[@mikefowler7341]

Classic Rewind Harry, I clicked on the “about” tab but don’t see your email address in order to send you a message/phone#

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike go back to the (about) when you write me a message it's between you and I. no one else can see it. It's a personal message between you and I. Put in your phone number. Send it to me and I'll call you back

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike are you around.? I'll send you my email.

[@classicrewind2715]

Mike Fowler hi Mike I just sent you an email let me know if you got it

[@79medic]

Dude take some of that money and put some heat in the garage

[@classicrewind2715]

I am putting in a little pot belly stove. To maintain the heat in the garage. I don't work on it that much in the winter and when I do, I have one of those torpedo kerosene heaters. Thanks for watching my friend hope you enjoyed the video.

[@79medic]

Classic Rewind hey is that your car and have you finish it. That car is pretty sweet . My fav year .

[@classicrewind2715]

Are you referring to the red car? Yes. I finished that car about 4 years ago it is a 68 Chevelle restored it to original. The only thing is has a 454 instead of a 396.

[@79medic]

Classic Rewind very nice car as well .... I was taking about the 68 goat

[@classicrewind2715]

No. I did not finish it. I am actually working on it. As I am doing replacement panels, I'm taking videos of it so I have a complete record of the restoration of the 68 goat. I am going to make it into a Resto rod. I am putting on LS3 motor with a T56 trans. I am redoing the interior with deerskin seats out of a 2005 GTO.

[@TheRoguelement]

Well I didn't obviously see what you must have seen to want to replace the entire floor pan ..Because I don't know the level of your years of Experience I feel I must .. WARN YOU ...PLEASE HAVE SOMEONE KNOWLEDGEABLE . Help you to properly brace & support the Shell PRIOR TO CUTTING & REMOVING ANYMORE METAL .. I didn't see any bracing at all period . This throws up huge red flags for me automatically as to the level of your experience ..PLEASE STOP .. DO NOT REMOVE ANYMORE PERIOD at least until you talk to someone about what needs to be done prior to cutting away any more car .. PLEASE KNOW I'M ONLY TELLING YOU .. TO HELP YOU . I want only for your success ... best of luck ...

[@classicrewind2715]

Thanks Michael. I have many years of experience. I have a friend that built two cars. A 68 Camaro convertible and also a 71 barracuda. He helps me if I run into any problems. I belong to a car club, Also I have rebuilt 2 68 Chevelles one I still own. Thank you for caring. I really appreciate it, thank you for commenting. If you watch some of my other videos, I do have bracing installed. The front and on the inside of the car. All the best my friend.

[@NeutralChaotic]

Thumbs down to anyone who begs for subscriptions in their title, and then again in their description.

[@classicrewind2715]

Hi, sorry you feel that way. When you are trying to build a subscriber base to benefit other people that are building these classic cars, KZbin will suggest your video more. If you have a larger subscription-based. I hope this video helped you with project.. All the best.