1970 Plymouth Superbird Tribute - Episode 5 - Double Rear Frame Rail Replacement

[@HighRevNation]

That frame jig is a lifesaver! Glad you're making such good progress on this thing! I wish I had learned my lesson early and made a jig myself!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Same! Wish I would have had it much sooner!

[@jimmyterrell2467]

You make it look too easy Dave! You are single-handedly making the case that these old Mopars can be saved! That went together like a hand in a glove. You are really showing what can be accomplished with a bit of determination and hard work and some cash to resurrect one of these classics. Small steps getting it done! Bravo Dave! Bravo!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the kind words! I really appreciate it!

[@michaelrichter1465]

Always nice watching an expert at work. You make it look easy, and it's obvious you've done this a few times. Honestly you deserve the props man, hope you have continued (and more) success for your efforts. The camera angles are good for us who want to see what's going on, and are much appreciated. Thanks!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the support! I appreciate it!

[@danielfoster2339]

Nice work Dave! It's cool to see a pro take all the proper steps to do it right the first time. Much respect. Hope your Christmas was great 🎉🎉

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Cheers! You too!

[@philliphill4901]

I was watching the Mopar Connection site and I see that you are getting that 1970 Superbee?? That will be an awesome build if you are in fact getting that car.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Yes sir! I can’t wait to get started on it!

[@ericevans9471]

The frame jig is awesome

[@ellisbartlett2942]

Great work buddy, you make it look so easy

[@buffdoc46]

Hope you and your family had a great Christmas 🎄 Look forward to the new vid.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the Christmas wishes! We had a great one.

[@justinroberts5400]

Amazing work Dave!! I have really wanted to build a frame jig as well but I think the lift is a necessary and I need to tackle that first.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Both sure make life easier!

[@buffdoc46]

Outstanding work 👏

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks man! I really appreciate it!

[@moparconnection]

BAM! You are clearly the right man for the job when it comes to getting your new project car back together (wink wink). Awesome work, David!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Yes sir! Can't wait to get it going!

[@Dartman440]

Very nice work! 😃👌

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@chuckypaonita7974]

Awesome job on the frame rails, Merry Christmas to you and your family bud

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

[@benjaminallen4678]

Merry Christmas and thanks for another great video!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Same to you!

[@SandraOrminski]

you fix these things just i do with old carbs. watching these videos blows me away awesome! this poor 1970 satellite should have been the original "ratty satty". somewhat like the 1968 charger that you peiced together. my freind that has a bodyshop with his brother says its only metal. in the world of fabricating and bodywork its the same as i think about it as i work and fix engines. cant wait for this other jewel to be finished. ill watch ya till its complete . awesome fab and repair!!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I'm glad you appreciate the work! Thanks for watching!

[@SeanJoseph-s2s]

Awesome job ...great content and thanks....🔧🔧👍

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching! 😎🤙

[@lewismartin9980]

Lots of work.. good job. Time is my enemy👍

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Same here! Less sleep = more progress!

[@davidbrown-55]

Get the charger finished. You getting a nice collection going.

[@joes3485]

Wow! Looks like you could go into production making new Superbirds!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I'm sticking with one at a time for now!

[@gabrielantoniomartin7995]

Amigo Feliz navidad 🎄 Para vos y tu familia!!! Saludos desde Argentina Siempre digo tus videos Un fuerte abrazo!!!!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching!

[@robertbisson964]

As usual, a great job !

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Stahodad]

Yeah, I was looking forward too seeing this too!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching!

[@CovenGraphics]

splendid as always, Sir. any update on the monumental Charger by chance?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Still in paint! Should have it home soon.

[@rangercwgbear6352]

Merry Christmas to you and your family and the jig worked great and always great work and can’t wait to see the charger back I’d love to come see the charger some time at a car show your channel is the best my friend keep up the great work

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks, I hope you had a great Christmas too! Hopefully it'll make it to a few next year!

[@tomswindler64]

Nice work 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@bradsrestorations1085]

Good work!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jn1ty]

I bought a 1968 Super Bee in 1971 for $200 dollars. It was a rust bucket in just those short years. I drove it for a year and sold it to a friend for the same $200. He did a hatchet rust repair job and cheap paint job . Just showed these cars were never made to last right from the git go.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

No kidding! A lot of these were rusted within the first 5 years of being on the road!

[@jn1ty]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 Minnesota! No kidding.

[@roycervantes1341]

Yeee Yeee 😊😊😊😊

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching!

[@roycervantes1341]

@rustbucketrestos6511 enjoying the content,,,,,,,🙏😀👋👍

[@MoparJimmy]

Really nice job , that's a lot of work.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks brother! It sure is!

[@yepyep340]

This is a hell of a "tribute" buddy.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

No doubt!

[@MichaelDozier-j1b]

Did you save any time reusing the rear panel ? Seems to me the AMD panel would have been less hours.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Unless its in real bad shape I try to reuse as many of the original parts as possible. I know that sounds silly with seeing how much of the back 1/2 of the car has been replaced, but I think it's in good enough shape to save!

[@MichaelDozier-j1b]

@@rustbucketrestos6511 Got it. My problem is I make a mess removing all the spot welds that it would take forever to fill in all the missing metal with weld. I found it easier to install a nice new undamaged AMD piece. I'm sure you do a better job removing the spot welds than I do.

[@michaelhynes7331]

I was wondering why grind the welds under the rear seat as the heads of the welds there make the joint stronger overall and nobody gonna see them ? I think its a good idea in the trunk area though . Not being critical as I really like your work and your vids !! Happy Holidays !!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks man! I really try my best to make it look like the car hasn't had any work done on it. Boogered plug welds & ugly beads are a pet peeve of mine.

[@sec1868.]

Gotta ask, do you do this as your regular job? If not, where did you get your skills from?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I do! Full time job + 4 kids. Finding time in the shop is becoming more scarce, but I'm still able to get a little time here & there. Honestly, I was always too cheap to pay someone else to do it for me, so I taught myself! I've learned from making a TON of mistakes. Confidence & skill takes time! I always go into these knowing that no matter what, I'm going to fix it & make it right. Sometimes that takes a few extra grinding wheels or a new panel. Just keep at it!

[@sec1868.]

@rustbucketrestos6511 wow. Graveyard carzs could use a guy like you!

[@45BradB]

Is there a reason you use a regular drill bit on the spot welds instead of a spot weld cutting bit?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

If the metal underneath is trash I normally just use a drill bit. Otherwise I'll use rotabroaches. The quarters will be coming off the car next week & piled in the dumpster! Can't wait to have this one wrapped up!

[@johnkelly6942]

It’s a process.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@JohnHuffman-k7n]

What spray paint are you using on those panels

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I started using Zero Rust a while back & I really like it!

[@davidklauer3422]

Day off Let’s do this!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

[@vancearmstrong5476]

Where's the Cuda ? Is it going to be finished or did you sell it ?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

She's on ice until we get some more parts & other cars out of the way.

[@randyrussell4331]

What no US car tool frame connectors.now let's see Lazarus on the frame jig.hmm

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

The owner may do that at a later time. I sure love the USCT goodies on my other cars! Unfortunately no Lazarus on this jig. I gave that car to a subscriber a long time ago.

[@brianwil89]

Do you think it’s possible to build a complete 69 Charger from all AMD parts out of the catalog ?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Pretty dang close! I think there are still some roof structure pieces that aren’t available, but the rest can all come from amd.

[@brianwil89]

@ almost wonder if this route would be better than finding a old rusted out body and then replacing 90% of the metal anyway. Chargers are getting harder and harder to find.

[@jimscroggins1141]

What happened to the 65 GTO ? I have two of them, project cars.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

She’s been gone for a few years now! Someone made me an offer I couldn’t refuse!

[@jimscroggins1141]

@ Ok, I can understand that, you did some great work on it. I’m sure a lot of people wanted it. I bought two project 65GTO

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Yep, I get asked all the time where it went. They are sweet cars!

[@jimscroggins1141]

@ I don’t doubt that at all. I used to have a classic car shop. I built cars and sold them. loved doing that. I don’t know what I was thinking buying the two project 65 GTO’s. I’m 80 but I guess we can’t get it out of our blood. lol. love watching you work. Quality work for sure.

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for the kind words Jim! Good luck with your builds!

[@jmendo2546]

Did my ear's deceive my? your finally going back on the Charger? Can we expect your first car finished by spring?

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

If you’d like to see them finished quicker, please buy merch & help support the channel! The Charger is close to a $100k build & every little bit helps!

[@trevorpennington2346]

i havent got a project car ,but for some strange reason i want to build a frame jig ???!!!

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

You need one in your life!

[@michaellindquist6747]

Cars doesn’t have tails..

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching!

[@daleolson3506]

The music junked another video 👎👎👎👎💩💩😬

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

I'm glad you liked it!

[@billyblech]

Hello and fantastic welding work. I like. Thank you for this nice video and all good for you in 2025. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@rustbucketrestos6511]

Thanks for watching!