Building complex body panels with simple tools

[@ratrodramblin]

I've wanted to fabricate things and repair and build hot rods but was a alcoholic for a long time and choose drinking over my dreams and now almost a year sober. I'm glad to have your videos and many others channels to watch and learn to start doing what I love. Thanks.

[@630115MIKE]

Tony I wish you and KZbin was around when I was a young fella, I'm 60 now ,got lots of fabricating tools , watching you makes me want to go and buy an old car and have at her , you make it look so easy.

[@karlscribner7436]

75 here, same thoughts. I don’t have anything rusty, except me😊

[@grahamturner2469]

Fitzee I have been watching your videos for years and you always amaze me with your methods and your skill. I am in Australia and I know you have a big following here. I am retired and restoring VW Beetles your methods have enabled me to do what I love without having a million dollars worth of equipment. I appreciate every thing you have done for all of us.

[@rh752]

Yep, big following in oz, replacement panels aren’t as cheap here as in the states so fitzees videos are awesome!

[@SideShowBob16]

Also watching and learning here in Adelaide. I agree with all of your comments 👍

[@geoffreymills9932]

There's been a decade of metal shop classes just on that one car, we can't thank you enough for your patience with teaching us all your tricks and tips on "hand tool" fabrication, another beautiful repair Tony, your piece mill technics have helped me out more than you could imagine, thanks again for all your hard work and willingness to share your experience, till next time I'll be waiting.

[@blackscotydog]

Tony..You are just amazing.. Your skill at rebuilding those body gaps is simply mind blowing. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@redlight3932]

There's years and years of experience and you can just tell by how he talks about the gap and lines a real professional this guy, I hope to get half as good to fix my rusty rambler

[@Liberatus]

There’s only one guy that I would turn my project over to... Globally, Fitzee #1 globally in panel restoration, hell you should be teaching our throw away generations. H.M.S.

[@clintmckenzie5720]

Your skill consistently BLOWS MY MIND. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Great channel. Loving the work :)

[@fonhollohan2908]

Tony, you've always say that you hope the tips are good, well my son this time! you nailed it out of the park!! Your officially the Master of Tricks and Tips in my Book and I got a feeling a whole lot of fellas will agree with me on this one. cheer's bud.

[@joaquinsablan5406]

Again, Thank you for showing just how simple anyone can accomplish metal work if you just look at the task your trying to do. And with a basic tools. With you showing the way to do it. Your GREAT!

[@raymondcollyear4773]

I've been telling my wife about how good you are and how you teach people who no nothing about wielding ways to get to doing their own projects. So I showed her this video and she was amazed at how you took all those pieces and made that door jamb. Keep the videos coming I'm almost ready to start doing some patch work on my Caddy.

[@raymondtrotter4655]

Thank you Thank you Thank you. I've not done any of this yet but am about to start on my 1962 c10 and I know your teaching is going to help me so much. Thanks for teaching and sharing your skills. I agree with others, you blow us away with your skills. Keep em coming. Thanks Truck Driver Ray ✝️

[@jtuck6065]

The knack you have for simplifying things is amazing, Tony! I was overwhelmed just watching 😂

[@TheZorgen]

Same mate. I was like " daym !!! 😊

[@johnalexander4356]

136,000 subscribers! That makes you one of the top fab instructors out there. I just wish I could have had you instructing me like this 40 years ago!

[@EL34Quartett]

Fitzzee transitioning top craft into high art by using simple tools not overthinking it. Thank you very much for sharing all this. 🤟😎👍

[@victorthecarguy3126]

You;re a true artist. Great video and impressive work.

[@buannajim8091]

You never fail to educate and entertain, Tony. Thanks for the tips!

[@blazeboyblazeboy4470]

This is the most educational channel and hands on I've ever seen!! I love this channel!! Number one fan here sir!!!

[@thistlelee]

Tony, Your gap adjustement method is GREAT ! I wish I had known that when I built my '68 Chevelle. I fell into all the novice traps back then. Great vid !

[@cmiller8006]

Your videos are so informative that anyone with patience, enough ocd, and a mechanical/ creative mind can do this. I've built several cars but never have done the body work. Next car I'm going to do the body work also.

[@tykellerman6384]

Tony you always prove that necessity is the mother of invention… another great vid🤠👍

[@kevinlancaster6041]

I'm really happy you do so much by hand instead of expensive machines I can't afford

[@FollowerOfChrist589]

im making a patch in my 95 civic right now and this video just helped me so much thank you for your expertise !! God bless you

[@PappysPerformance]

You sir are a legend in your field.... Excellent work!!!

[@richardharries5825]

Your tips are just bloody fantastic. There has been stuff I’ve seen and thought right this is a parts car. I’ve stripped and scrapped the car. But that was years ago. But now after watching quite a few of your videos. I’m looking for an old wreck to attempt to copy precisely what you’re doing.

[@bchant19]

Tony it's work on panels like this that make you seem like a magician. How you worked the edges and then made the tricking door bottom section up was just genius. Simple, easy, perfection.

[@biglakehotrods381]

I’m glad that old custom is getting dolled up. Between you, lazzie and Carl and a couple others, I’ve learned a ton.

[@frenchenstein]

🌟Really enjoyed this episode. I've just finished fitting a new door to my '68 Ford Escort. I had to remove the wing to reshape it where it is close to the scuttle panel, and had to cut and reweld the door hinges as I had previously fitted the wing to match an old door. I can certainly appreciate your work. Fun times indeed. Kind regards 😊

[@warrencahill9673]

Good evening,i just love watching a guy without a million dollars worth of high tec equipment do as good a job if not better then the ones that do.

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

The tips were great and you made that transition look like it came from the factory. Your explanations are pure gold.

[@anthonypirozzi837]

I've said it before,best KZbin channel going

[@royestala6944]

Genius! Love rewatching your videos. Reinforcing my knowledge, thanks Tony!!

[@markgutter8443]

Without doubt the most skilled body builder on KZbin. Thanks for sharing.

[@greasedmonkey7571]

I really appreciate the nice details in your work. Doing it in a simple fashion also. Which allows us to be able to understand and do this in our small garages at home with basic tools. Thank you!!!👍👍👍

[@schuma61]

Great that the skills of old masters are recorded, otherwise we would lose a lot of craft knowledge because the young ones can't be bothered with doing real stuff.

[@russellmcelreath7918]

Viewed a few times and marvel at your talent. Love to watch creative professional hands! Cheers T

[@dwaynelejeune3508]

I can’t say what has already been said. TY for sharing your skill!! Another vid that’s going into my save folder for future reference!!!!!!!

[@Macbetula-yl8wq]

Another excellent video.👍 I always learn alot watching your videos, thanks.

[@AMLagonda]

Amazing you can make a video like this without any swearing at all 😯, Id have a few swear words seeing those old rust repairs🤬

[@georgestewart1325]

Discovered this channel a few weeks ago and have become addicted. Amazing skills, compulsive watching.

[@WilliamKirton-v8k]

Futzee once again brilliant video. all of us who want to build, fabricate and weld but don't have a ton of high Tec tools, learn so much from. you. thanks again for the master class of small tools, great work..

[@stevoj8959]

Your simplicity rocks. I have been doing this for 40 years and your technique is as good as I have seen. I have taught a few to do rust repair and the 'don't over think' approach is the best advise you can give anyone. I built my push rod blower when I was a younger lad and still use it, there is nothing better. Your channel is inspiring and enjoy every video. Thanks Stevo J

[@michaelvandenhoy1021]

Another great teaching video. great explanations, one step at a time, making a complex panel. Need to get to the salvage yard to pink up a small piece of eye beam. Thanks for the education.

[@aussiedazvk4djh889]

Bugger me Fitzee you make it look so eazy. The video was 100% great. 👍

[@boatnut64]

I know we all had to start somewhere, but My God, the "Hackery" that was done to this car... Thank God, that you are there, to Save this Poor Car... ❤❤❤

[@edwardhrvoich1786]

An absolute "MASTER" in the fabrication and welding in some of the most "impossible" areas to repair . Your "simple" approach to a repair encourages one to tackle the challenge straight on. A delight to watch you work "miracles" when no commercially produced repair pieces are available.

[@karlscribner7436]

Great instruction geared to the weakest link in the chain to surpass fear of trying. DON’T Overthink it…would make a great Fitzee T-shirt

[@jamesdisney9150]

My man Tony got the patience of a brain surgeon work looks phenomenal 👍

[@MyFirstGen]

I love watching your channel. You make the impossible possible

[@johnnyholland8765]

After you split that metal and began tapping the seam back you could see the gap opening into a uniform shape. Is it just me or is that just cool as hell... You are pretty good at making metal conform to your will. Making it go places it didn't want to go in the first place. You have a unique way of convincing it to do that...

[@sassteleky7665]

Perfect timing, just about to attack bottom of doors. you make it look so simple yet your work is outstanding.

[@johnnytoronto1066]

A beautiful demonstration and explanation. Thank you for taking the trouble to show us these techniques.

[@johnsherry8954]

Thanks Tony,I'm finally understanding the multi piece approach to these repairs

[@andruspuusta4230]

Your videos have been a great help to understand how to fabricate complex parts with basic tools! And You do very good and simple explanation as well! Thank You! Best regards, from Estonia!

[@BesseCustomFabrication]

It always seems like some kind of voodoo magic. Then I watch the video and it comes together and logic returns to my mind. Thanks Tony, my confidence level is boosted yet again!

[@mpr3209]

It’s a pleasure watching you work, Fitzee.

[@Shiznaft1]

This man is a wealth of knowledge and skill. Thank you for sharing your amazing experience and perspective.

[@rogerturley]

This man has the patience of Job! Fitzee, you're a great teacher. You make me feel like I can do it myself.

[@danieldonnelly3602]

Master T. U should take your show on the road. I've got some junk that I work on. But I like to watch U.

[@marksteitler642]

Enjoyed your video very informative and interesting I have a 66 Mustang coupe that I've had since 1977

[@Big88Country]

So good!!! I learn so much in a short time with you, THANK YOU!!!

[@petergoodwin2465]

I'm doing the same to wife's impala hinge pillars. Will be stronger than factory with the welds behind as well. Thanks mate great video again.

[@royestala6944]

Thank you Tony! Always satisfying watching you tackle tricky projects and providing informative ways to accomplish difficult tasks. Great info for novices!

[@robertunderwood6011]

you make it look so easy but with your years of skill thank you for sharing your knowledge with us

[@adriancooper8192]

Another fantastic episode. That repair panel for the bottom of the B post was a brilliant example of your method of breaking the task down into small, manageable elements. Thank you so much for that and all the other great tips. BTW I like the new intro, especially the way the hammer blows fall in time to the music, a nice touch. Thank you Tony!

[@littlepaddy7444]

That's the best approach to gap adjusting I've ever seen. Thanks Fitzee.

[@denemillsom9860]

Fantastic video, love your work Fitz, reworking old repairs and making them factory again. Never judging only problem solving. I think I’ll buy a hat you legend.

[@galaxiex1]

Awesome stuff Fitzee! Thanks so much for showing us how you do this this type of repair! Fellow Canuk here in Alberta, I have a 66 Galaxie that needs the Fitzee touch. :) Want to make a trip out here to Alberta sometime? Seriously, watching how you do this I'm gonna try it myself. Cheers!

[@russelldmytrow823]

HaHaHa Now dont that look lovely !!! Omg, what a master you are at making the most difficult tasks seem so simple !! I cant afford the space or expensive shapers other sites have , thank you Tony for making it cheaper & simpler for guys like me 😃👍👍👍

[@robertingram4562]

I am impressed. you are very skilled and I have learned so much . I realize now that any car is salvageable if you have patience and time . thanks

[@nexpro6985]

Big thanks for your vids. I used a bunch of your techniques to save my van. ❤

[@jraposo911]

The tips were GOOD as usual! JR in Ontario 😊

[@peletpower9650]

tHIS INFO IS PURE gold!! tHANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR KNOW HOW WITH THE WORLD

[@nuxboxen]

Man you are an artist... I've watched alot of your videos and I gain more respect every time. You're special my friend.

[@adambassador7727]

Excellent work, as always! 👍

[@stevesilverton]

So very clever. I have never seen or done a repair like this. And panel alignment was impressed upon me more than 50 years ago. I only wish I was able to take my MIG welder back in time. Sure beats brass!

[@endeavour2127]

Phenomenal video as usual Fitzee!!👍👌 Perfect video for Toyota Mr2 MK1 Owners like myself!!😂

[@tommybryson2311]

Excellent. Don’t over think it is top advice . 👍

[@leonardgilbreath9004]

The way you make these pieces and how you fit em and make em original is outstanding always enjoy watching your videos thumbs up 👍👍👍👍👍

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

I can't even imagine what it would cost to do all of this!!!

[@russellgeorgelindsay6483]

mate love all your work mate you explain everything so simple

[@hieroglyph321]

Inspiring, thanks. Just starting out so this is really helpful. "Don't overthink it". Music to my ears 👍 Subscribed

[@luliluli1471]

That's it Fitzee mate. We need it easy and simple.😊

[@chute2thrill1]

Another great video Tony 👍

[@deanage1983]

Instant like with every new video 😊

[@davidhutchison2629]

Really enjoy your videos am learning a lot from your videos

[@thistlelee]

Geebus Tony...That's about as complex a panel as it gets......Your work is great !

[@robbigemon1868]

Always great content tony. And the tips are the best. Thanks

[@Choober65]

You can tell when someone is good at what they do when you watch them work and think "I could do that, it looks easy" so you try it, and find it isn't. Fitzee makes EVERYTHING in fabrication look simple.

[@sidschwan8031]

Hi Fitzee just turned in on your channel your work is awesome old school top notch fun watching.

[@Don14320]

you make it look so easy, but its difficult to get the curves all to match. By using the old rusted part as the shape/template you do it so well. Again your skill is masterful.

[@markaubuchon2227]

A true craftsman. Thanks for sharing all your hard learned lessons!

[@donaldmorrison5289]

God flows through this man's eyes and hands

[@artists1015]

You are an artist my friend!

[@danijelcar5184]

Great work as usual from you,greetings from Croatia!😎👍

[@petermontagnon4440]

Amazing Bud!!! Glad I found you!!!!!!

[@thebanjoman1963]

I still have my own 'air chuck' I made 45 years ago in High School shop class in the 1970's. I had to make something on the metal lathe for credit. Everybody else made hammers.I turned down a piece of 1" aluminum round stock and made it fit my air hose. I use it to this day. I got an "A" for creativity and my '3 fingered" shop teacher, who routinely preached safety didn't have to grade one more damn hammer. You're pushrod one seems to work very well too. Thanks for sharing.

[@user-tn1hk6zm2freedom]

All I can say is EXCELLENT!!!!! Your a master Fitzee.

[@Johntasticful]

I start with body mounts. Then aligning back to front. Then mess with gaps. Sometimes the body mounts are completely rotted out. Many times much easier to add a few washers here and there and fry into place. But your gaps are perfect - I might lack your skill! And the oldest I've dealt with is 66 Ford Bronco. Thanks for the awesome videos.