2 Door Swap Complete! 1957 Chevy Bel Air 4 Door to 2 Door - In a Week

[@DDSpeedShop]

As Alwasy leave a comment. I try to answer every one! Thanks for the on going support

[@Motor-City-Mike]

Thumbs up. True metal work is so rare anymore. I grew up around true metal craftsman and it's good to see the art is still alive.

[@josephreggi3054]

Awesome!!! Keep up the great work!!!!

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@Zion Connor Definitely, have been using Flixzone for since november myself :)

[@ahmedmiles4580]

@Zion Connor Definitely, been watching on flixzone for months myself :D

[@Rick-Williams59]

Now that's the correct way to convert a 4 door to a 2 door. I've seen people do the cheater 4 to 2 by removing the rear door hardware and welding up the doors. Nice job dude.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@fredgorthy2843]

I am a retired Canada Post worker. Your videos are great. I'm 73 years old. My first car was a 55 Chevy 110 6cl. I loved that car. Stay safe.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice! Thanks for watching.

[@edwardberwind8544]

I just saw this conversion. You have unlimited ability and talent. This work blew me away. As good as you make it keep going so that you would never know and it will be a real 2 door Belair post model. Outstanding work!

[@DDSpeedShop]

aweosme! Thanks for watching and the kind words!

[@robertsherman8663]

I'm from Missouri and I really like your work down here old cars are all over your old lady makes it all come together my old lady is just like here love you all keep up the good work and you got a cool dad to .. ..........

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@robertsherman8663]

What's up man love the Dodge it costs a lot of money to build a 440 as you no I love the old school look to me a hot rod is a car you put together with the parts you have to me a.car that's so nice you can't drive it ant no hot rod just wanted to say that .I was in a bad car reack and can't drive my 91 Mustang and it sucks it's a 5 speed I need to go to a 3 speed with over drive what you think I'm doing my best to walk but it just ant working my way and I want to drive it so bad so give me some ideas if you would love the dogs keep jump the good work man take time to live bro life's to dam short I can't wait to see what you do with the 440 peace out man keep on keeping on ps you got t in 4x?.........

[@csj9619]

I like it when people aren't afraid to cut stuff up! I'm not a "concourse restoration" kind of guy, this is my kind of car building. Nice work bro.

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thats my style

[@bossdog1480]

I guess the long winters up there really lend themselves to a lot of time in the garage working on projects. The Chevy is looking great, once again you've made a hard job look easy and I like the way you've tweaked the process, learning from the other side. It's always a great feeling when you can stand back and know that you did it all yourself. I'm hunting down all your other vids now. You have a no-bullshit approach which I really appreciate. Thanks, from Australia.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! Yeah being trapped in doors for half year is a bummer. But it does force me to finish stuff properly. If I had summer all year I would rush stuff together for sure. Thanks for watching I really appreciate it!

[@oldcarsaverjones5124]

Awesome work!!! I did this on a 56 Oldsmobile-I used the center post from a 2 door, saved a lot of work. When I seperated the rear door skin, I left the door latch and door frame of the latch on the rear skin- it was easier using the rear latch to hold the rear skin in place and gave a little more inner strength. In the future, you could get the 2 door rear stainless moldings to give it that perfect conversian look.

[@DDSpeedShop]

yup ive got my eyes open for 2 door trim. pricey stuff

[@Budget.Hot.Rodder]

Sir you have awesome still! You deserve your own t.v show. Very informative family friendly content. 5 stars

[@DDSpeedShop]

Wow! Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words!

[@jamesgrant9317]

You do not bull shit around bro! Great work man!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@andybennett4923]

Again another great video. Thanks. Patience is what u need. I've been doing bodywork for 35yrs and there's always room to learn from others. 🤙✌

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha oya, I can learn from anyone

[@shartne]

Man I love it because it looks a lot better. Its like a relief looking at it now not being a four door, you done well. At first I was skeptical but you proved it can be done. I love 2 doors a lot better they are so beautiful. She is a beauty.

[@DDSpeedShop]

yeah its a crazy task haha. I love the look of a 2 door post though

[@5150on420]

Good quick work while under the weather. You have lots of skills and ambition.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@charlievandoren9816]

I have some great memories riding & cruisin small town in a 57 Chevy jamming to Van Halen running with the devil, fantastic job on the doors.

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha nice! and thanks so much!

[@louisamckay97]

Would give my right and left arm for a 57 my whole life ive dreamed of one you guys rock love your work

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Dan, just getting caught up on some older missed videos! You jokingly mentioned these ideas come from in your tiny little brain! We can't wait for more of those ideas from inside your head! Your the man! Seen the finished product, (watching videos out of order) and I love it!

[@kermitwardell3345]

I love these conversions My friend and his Dad cut down a 55 4dr and usedn a rusty 55 convertible to complete it I got to help and enjoyed it, My part was taking apart the 4 dr

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice! It's fun right?

[@robertcarpenter9204]

Your work ethic is excellent . The cars are built the way you want them . I am working on a S-10 ain't much but in do time . Keep up the good work .

[@DDSpeedShop]

s10's are awesome! good luck man

[@bobfalfa76]

2 door conversion in 6 days, now you're just showing off, lol. Good work man🤘

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thanks man!

[@MikeyMack303]

Nice!!! No B/S! No useless commentary! Keep up the great work! Got a new subscriber!

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thanks! I though I'd make some videos that I'd like to watch

[@arlenmartin8672]

Idk how he does it this man is insanely fast and efficient at everything he does

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!🤘

[@craigmonteforte1478]

i’m quite Impressed with your work and progress for only 1 guy in a week ! one of the coolest mods or Changes i saw on a 2 door conversion was the guy used a hardtop from i believe a Buick that had a curved 3 widow rear on it i think the conversion helped him kind of hide or distract any other not 100 % factory specs of the 2 door not that it matters much as usually the owner / builder knows of the minor differences and we tend to be too hard on our selves as Craftsmen i’m a retired Woodworker and if i didn’t point out any flaws or mistakes in my handmade Furniture nobody noticed and sure as hell they were there i just knew how to disguise them from years of working in the business and building things for others

[@gavinbrenneman430]

I think you did a great job converting both the 55 and 57 to 2 door. You worked with what you had available and most poeple dont do that any more.My last project was a 79 pinto that i changed to a 289/ 4 speed

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha nice! Sounds like it would be a rocket

[@morgansword]

Looking oh so sweet. You would think that you have done before/LOL! Dan, I love how you think... I believe you make it look so easy an the sales of four doors just become premium. A lot of people will make this a how to video

[@jsrroadrash3663]

I think I would have left the passenger side with both doors just so people would be like I didn't know they made a 3 door 57 chevy...... cool build you make it look easy.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@danking1095]

I am impressed. Great communication and presentation. Imaginative skills and fabrication. Looking forward to future projects.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks buddy!

[@robmccabe8736]

You're not crazy you doing a great job 4 door or 2 door it's a 57 Chevy it's pretty cool but what you doing is kind of cool man looks great I think you're doing a great job keep up the videos

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! I appreciate all the support

[@joeharrington595]

Your not crazy! I love two door sedans

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thanks joe!

[@johndudley5987]

Like I said mad skills dude. Love it 👍

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! Always appreciate the support

[@craigwilderman]

Very impressive work on the conversion. I was lucky my dad had a 2 door hard top. You and your girl are cool to watch!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! a 2 door hard top would be amazing!

[@craigwilderman]

@@DDSpeedShop 327 cammed turbo400/hurst 411 gears. I have a 55 suburban slammed 400/7r4. I dig all your other rides as well!

[@DDSpeedShop]

@@craigwilderman that sounds like a bad ass car! And thanks man, we appreciate it!

[@stevezwemer1262]

You have some serious skills there.....especially pulling that off while being sick with a cold. Impressed. Subscribed.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks so much! and thanks for subscribing!

[@MGarza-ki8fm]

AWESOME!! once again!!! "Dan's chop shop" Great work buddy.. Cheers 👍👍

[@kennethwarner7960]

We u

[@firebreathinggarage2117]

Excellent job. Glad you don't let naysayers change your vision.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks man!

[@karinadler2308]

It looks a lot better as a two door! Great job!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@jon0889]

Looks great man! When I was a kid my dad had a 71 Suburban that we added a fourth door. It was a lot of work, but was worth it in the end. Made getting in and out a lot easier. Can't wait for the next video. Keep it up

[@DDSpeedShop]

awesome! Thanks for watching im working on the next video as we speak!

[@shanewright6958]

The car is coming along nicely. Another great video 👍👍👍

[@SpyderGarage]

Man, you make it look so easy. Mad respect! 💪🏻

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks buddy!

[@122amazonls5]

I want to do this to a Volvo amazon wagon

[@MrHevyshevy]

I may give this a shot. My wife says no so far. But she always says no at first. Lol

[@DDSpeedShop]

Just start cutting.... she seems pretty supportive in the videos

[@jack002tuber]

This model looks doable. Just take your time

[@tedbownas2748]

Finish the Ford first. 😂

[@SquirrelsForAll]

Amazing work, really enjoyed you watching your creation come to fruition.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks buddy!

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Good progress for the weekend

[@DDSpeedShop]

eah lots of cutting and grinding haha

[@kevingathercole5161]

Delighted to see your progress!! You are certainly very talented and tenacious. I've been following for some time and commenting on the 57 because back in the 60's when I was in High School my Mom had a 57 identical to yours and I always dreamt of it being a two door. Back then if it wasn't a two door it wasn't sh%$. No one was interested in 4 drs and it's only been a couple decades that people are doing the conversion. You do it so effortlessly you should have a second income for guys who can't, you're great at it. All my best, keep up the good work we'll all be watching.

[@DDSpeedShop]

yeah the 4 door was nice but I just couldn't keep it that way haha

[@dracula-dead]

Killer work....Kudo's...this is by no means easy...Hat's Off.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks so much! I appreciate the support

[@davidwiley652]

Awesome! Great metal work... two doors always looks better than a four door...👍🏾

[@DDSpeedShop]

totally agree haha

[@larrybracy4606]

That first cut I'd always the hardest. You made it look easy.

[@mikeycunningham2307]

Car is looking good seems like this one is a lot easier to do than the 55 was keep up the great work love your channel

[@DDSpeedShop]

less fear and less care for perfection makes it goe fast haha

[@ftguyftguy]

You doing this reminds me of the 4dr hardtop i had way back and the first thing i did was shave the rear door handles off..Wanted so badly to weld the doors up but...ended up getting a 2dr body and swapping everything to it. That 4dr hardtop roof line was beautiful and i wouldn't be opposed to having another one .

[@DDSpeedShop]

yeah they r gorgeous cars man

[@LuvTruckGarage]

You are making this look easy again Dan. It seems like this conversion could be made into a kit if the right outfit could make some nice sheet metal pieces. Great work!

[@DDSpeedShop]

totally! Real deal steel makes a kit to do it. It's about 6 grand us. So thats about 10k canadian for me haha so this way is more affordable

[@kennethbaker2008]

Good job. Anxious to see it completed.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks me too!

[@johnpassmore8176]

You sure made quick work of this 2 Dr swap!! Great job Dan . Can't wait to see you and Dee cruising this spring. Gonna be cool as shit. You amaze me every time. Hope you get feeling better. Keep on keeping on

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! I think im on the mend

[@chriskeleher4190]

Great job. It's going to look sweet when your done.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@romainalive4345]

Dam all in two vids nice job its looking great already!!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thansk man!

[@qball1of1]

Next video: "I have quit my day job and am now western Canada's premier 4 to 2 door conversion expert...book your spot now!" Interested to see how you tackle the trim issues, will be tuned in for sure.

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha that would be sweet. Thanks for watching man!

[@stevenmoreau256]

Canadian Hot Rodding Hero! One week, that’s insane! Nice work!

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thanks man!

[@53chevsled]

Ripping through the build awesome job, I wish I’d thought about that door pillar pieces that you cut away when I did my 53 I think it would have made my job easier and neater , I almost always seem to do things the hard way hahahaha, great work can’t wait to see the rest of the progress. I was going to put an LS1 in my 57 but I’ve ended up putting it in my 57 Chevy pickup, I’ll be interested to see how you go with yours and Danny’s it might motivate me to do the same, cheers from down under Tasmania / Australia 🇦🇺 😎👍👍

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha I always do things the hard way too it seems! Good luck with your ls swap! It's gunna be my first time

[@edallen5119]

I love your conversion ,you do great work

[@tri5garage544]

Awesome build those doors are way better then the set dad and i have for his 2 door conversion 55 Chevy.

[@DDSpeedShop]

one door needs a new skin

[@scottkolar5803]

Totally awesome! I wish I was as talented as you.

[@DDSpeedShop]

im not that talented man, just get out there and start cutting

[@michaelmendillo4614]

You certainly have your work "Cut out" for you !!! Lol !!!! Best of luck ! Looks like you have a great shop as well as a passion for the project, so I am sure this is going to turn out awesome ! 😁🖒✌

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha thanks!

[@mustangron3445]

Great time of day man! Nice job!

[@mustangron3445]

Gettin' 'er done!!!

[@torekristoffersen176]

Excellent job Dan! You are the man!! Love it!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@ESEDOOR]

Great work man , cant be scared to cut up a car to be able to build what you want... really great job

[@DDSpeedShop]

I never worry about what people think haha

[@davidtrobaugh9798]

Very good job Bro. Its getting there. It will Look Good when your done With it. New paint you won't even know it was A 4 door. Bad Ass, 57

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks for all the support!

[@wandahelmer1038]

I wish my 56 was a two door,,,,but this is one trick I will never perform. Cant wait to see how that 57 turns out, thanks for the video. 😎

[@ryanengland7974]

Heck I went to buy a 56 4 door driver and came home with a 2

[@jeremystrickland7767]

It's not that bad i did a 4 door 57 wagon made it a 2 door

[@DDSpeedShop]

its easier than it looks once you start. Its only metal you can always cut and grind

[@DDSpeedShop]

haha nice

[@tinman6021]

Looking great so far. I'm looking forward to the rest of the build.👍

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks! I'm stoked to finish it

[@henrygibson1530]

Starting to look good ! Be waiting to see how it comes out. 🙃

[@DDSpeedShop]

same!

[@gregfoster4541]

Great progress on the 4 to 2 you really have your s#*t together 😁 thanks for sharing and"Howdy from Texas 😁"!!!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@lostsoul3154]

Chevy made too many 4-door Tri-Fives, but at least the "more doors" can be used as parts cars. Truly a great work here.

[@DDSpeedShop]

exactly haha

[@CravingClassics]

making great progress!

[@bobbymckinney1264]

Nice job,you done that quick!!

[@samising9339]

I AM SPEECHLESS & subscribed...

[@DDSpeedShop]

Awesome! Thanks for all the support man I really appreciate it

[@cool62chev]

Car looks great, you're a fast worker!

[@DDSpeedShop]

once I start I like to finish haha.

[@kennetholiver5933]

Cool build!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks for watching!

[@Jddvs]

That conversion takes more skill, guts, and talent than I have but, you make it look easy. It ought to drive DMV nuts when you register it 🤔. I am interested to see how you will handle the stainless trim.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@sixinarow1]

excellent as always, glad I found your channel.

[@DDSpeedShop]

hey thanks for watching! Hope you stick around

[@raym3036]

#782, thanks for sharing the progress, please show us how you do the window tracks and regulator. I'll be doing this soon with the parts I have available.

[@stephenlett9208]

Great video man! I've always thought about this type of conversion. I would like to put coupe doors on a Volvo 240 wagon for some odd reason

[@DDSpeedShop]

love old volvos! I've had a few

[@50gary]

Next time you find an "unloved" four door keep it a four door and make it a convertible? Excellent job so far, cool idea.

[@DDSpeedShop]

4 door hard tops make good convertibles..... thats on my list

[@kingmanaz1488]

Nice project. Enjoyed the vid.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks for watching!

[@tomlappin9657]

Looking to the trim video,..lot of work and the results are good..once its rolling down the road it'll have that 2 door swagger. Great job always liked the tri five chevys ! / T

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks for watching!

[@jeremystrickland7767]

Looks good buddy i got all the chrome you need for this car it's not perfect but it will get by

[@DDSpeedShop]

you local?

[@jeremystrickland7767]

@@DDSpeedShop In Georgia

[@epyisc182]

Really cool rat rod project. Awesome skills.👍

[@lonnieblackwell9215]

I must say that is great work.

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@mikepoint4983]

A HUGE shout out from Vancouver Canada , Dan your sounding better those Vick’s cough drop work wonders lol . Great job . Cheers

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man! A few more days and I should be healed

[@chicoandtheman4112]

Just having trouble finding just that driver door glass for my four door. that's bad ass it looking good

[@clinttanner4645]

A glass shop can make the windows just bring the old for a pattern. Its made of standard laminated glass

[@57carl]

Cool, a man of words and action!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks buddy!

[@tillivanilli6481]

Really cool Job Mate!💪☺ Don't know If you could remember my comment of me at your Video of the '57 Chevy 4 Door what you're looking to give away... I'm the guy from germany, Bavaria who has a love for 4 doors, especially 4 Door Hardtop's and i'm restoring a 67 Chevy Caprice 4 Door Hardtop still in the moment... And when i see your work at this one were you made this 2 Door conversion i've to say Wow, that's really nice done i'm afraid about to see more of this project, please ☺ I was asking me, If it's also posdible to convert it in a 2 door Hardtop. Or also a 4 Door Sedan in a 4 Door Hardtop....🤔 Because i think that's not less work, and also the need for all parts like the windows, another mouldings && to do this... Nice greetings, Till 👋🍀☺

[@johnhansen4550]

Congrads on another nice conversion! Love to see you weld and reuse the 4 door molding. Scott with Coldwarmotors just did a video on fixing and reusing stainless on his '60 Fury....You might get some ideas from him...

[@DDSpeedShop]

totally! I'll have to check that out

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Hello from Canada's east coast! That certainly is one ambitious project! Looks pretty cool though! I don't get that deep into most of my projects. It's bad enough having to make the videos and get the work done ! lol

[@raynyhus2026]

Funny thiught was leave the passenger side a 4 door to mess with peoples minds. The a 67 firebird running around here with a camaro nose. Looking good.

[@micregil]

Very cool project, makes me wish I had a four door to do the same thing to.

[@DDSpeedShop]

theyre still out there for reasonable prices

[@micregil]

One time I saw, and tried to buy, a 57 Chevy 4 door that had the look of a 2 door, it didn't have the c post, I did some research and found out they only built about 2500 of those, I wasn't able to get it though

[@micregil]

I subscribed, cool

[@davidleland8729]

Looking good! Keep up the good work!

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@darrencolbeth5119]

Hay it is looking good I'm impressed, keep up the cool videos

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks man!

[@Poppas_fun_on_wheels]

Oh wow! I didn't realize the ls was for the 57 your gonna love the car too much for Danny to keep it 😆

[@DDSpeedShop]

yeah man! I'm stoked to try something new with the ls

[@Poppas_fun_on_wheels]

@@DDSpeedShop I follow you here and on Instagram on Instagram I'm gmt400_kawasaki

[@huskydiesel4123]

nice job! looks pretty good..

[@davekana8388]

Looks so much better as a 2-door. Unfortunately most cars today are 4-door!

[@DDSpeedShop]

couldnt agree more

[@davekana8388]

DD Speed Shop I’m really enjoying your 57 series! Nomad next?

[@pkerit308]

did you cut out the rear door sill so that rain can get out? If not you have created a water pocket so it can rot out

[@ervingoertzen7233]

Liking this video ! I always wondered if it was possible . You have done a great job , thank you .

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@stevelydem7976]

Awesome work! Looks great gonna be a nicer car for sure

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!

[@joaquinperez959]

Guy you are an artisan truly great in your field,your biggest fan!!!😀😃😄😁😆

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks so much! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@ronhayes4048]

Gonna look great when it’s done

[@DDSpeedShop]

thanks!