Collector Car Metal Work: Scout 800

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Collector Car Metal Work: Scout 800
We're back on the Scout 800! In this installment, in order to make sure the panel fits correctly we added to the flexible shape pattern the lower half of the fender. Mark also made another gauge showing the flow of the front of the fender. While Mark was doing that Wray made a stand for the fender so we can properly locate the flange and it also doubles as a welding station.
Using a Delrin block and a body hammer Wray roughed out a few of the dents on the original fender. Now that we have all the information Wray mounts the fender to the stand, adds the new flange and tac welds it in place using our Everlast Tig welder.
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[@masonheidon2084]

Love the way the channel is going. The detail that Wray goes into gives great insight into aspects of the panel shaping and patch mounting that really makes the difference between just ok to perfection. I purchased one of his shrinking disc kits and this has really made a huge difference to my panel finishing, I use to be chasing the highs and lows, now this makes it so easy to level the panel out. Thank you Wray and Mark for your time producing these video

[@Pedroisanickname]

Weight is always part of the conversation with any I.H. street vehicle bc they overbuilt them like tractors. A lightweight version that will never rust sounds like an attractive build idea for the hidden Scout collector in us all.

[@crisnevin7934]

Only found this channel today after weeks of digging for tips, tricks, and techniques for Scouts, and am about half convinced already your the G.O.A.T. I seriously don't want to wait for the next video lol. Your doing great things here, and anything that helps keep these things on the road and in good shape to give our children a piece of the Scout Life is a wonderful gift. Thank you!

[@fabone8887]

Wray, your attention to detail is second to none. Like you said, it would be easy to start the weld process and get yourself locked in to the wrong position. Love your channel. Keeps me up well into the night!

[@kallehjelmstrom4010]

What I think is good about this channel is that you are so pedagogical, explain how things work, how different materials work, in what order to work your way up. Hundreds of small and large tips and tricks 👌 You really have a gigantic encyclopedia for everything that has to do with sheet metal that many people enjoy and benefit from. Thanks from a viewer from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@proshaper]

I've had a long time to learn all of the things not to do.

[@sblack48]

I like the use of a strip of aluminum instead of a ruler. Cabinet makers call that a story board. Also cool welding fixture. Great series.

[@edwardtaylor4785]

Wray, I'm really enjoying your series of videos. Especially the ones with multiple ways to accomplish the same task. They show that, if you have the time, very simple tools can produce excellent results. On a larger scale, you are showing that this stuff takes time even if you are an expert with many years of experience and a lot of specialized tools. A lot of the TV shows give folks the impression that a skilled craftsman can make a new fender or door while the boss is at lunch and that's just not the case.

[@UnconventionalMetal]

Thanks for the IV stand idea. I have one of those and was trying to figure out what to do with it.

[@GregsGarage]

I'm really enjoying seeing the process you use. Thanks again for letting us tag along.

[@2_dog_Restoration]

Wray: Thanks for creating a video series that applies to everyday auto restoration. You are a great teacher !! Looking forward to videos on all 3 projects you have in the works. Dan H

[@MAGLtd-hh3ct]

Looking forward to the next one, really interested in seeing how you metal finish, thank you Wray and Mark for making these videos !👍

[@tomcoryell]

Hi Wray, I have a ‘71 VW bus that I am working on. I very much appreciate everything you are doing. I have learned a lot already.

[@proshaper]

Take your time and do it right, you won't regret it.

[@anthonyraffin1034]

@@proshaper I'm making my wife read this

[@rowycoracing]

Thanks for showing the process. Great learning tool for me and I am sure many others.

[@monadking2761]

Great job! I know editing takes time because my background is Broadcasting. I love the shorter videos please keep them coming.

[@428eliminator3]

I learn something for everyone of your videos, thank you for the quality content Ray.

[@agungsandi54]

nice idea. thanks bro

[@user-kv2hg9rj3e]

Greetings from Ukraine. Thank you for shearing your knowledge.

[@lucasconstantino3884]

Nice work, watching from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@myconight]

Wray, Where ya at? I Pray that you are in good Health! I am worried it's been a few months since your last video. Ya got me worried.

[@bobg9873]

It's getting good Wray! Can't wait until the next video!

[@papaloongie]

Love scouts.

[@dougwernham5209]

Thanks Wray very enjoyable & helpful video.

[@markg6jvy135]

Great job 👍👏👏

[@davebiltucci564]

Totally agree from my point of view I like the videos a bit on the shorter side

[@frasergibson7431]

Hi Wray, thanks for the content, liking the restoration videos. Have you tried citric acid bath and pressure washing? I did use molasses but citric acid is amazing! Watching intently from Australia, keep up the good work.

[@johndavey72]

Wray ! Thank goodness for that ! I've seen something that's more rusty than my "e"type !😂😂😂 The Scout must be one for yourself ? Thanks Wray.

[@proshaper]

I have 5.5 of of them now.

[@butziporsche8646]

Hey Wray, haven't seen you for a while. Hope all is well.

[@proshaper]

All is well, been very busy.

[@Aciecarter238]

I have a scout 800 ID love to have u build my scout lol

[@lancewalker1999]

I have great respect for this man and his skills. However I just wonder would it have not been easier to just find another International Scout fender for this vehicle? I think it's great that there are still people like him around but I would just think he might want to do things like fabbing a fender for something a bit more difficult to find. Again, no knock on this man and his skills but would it have not been easier to just get another fender for this application?

[@proshaper]

I believe good replacement Scout fenders are hard to come by. I'm restoring this Scout for KZbin content. Scouts have a wide appreaciation.

[@tuck6464]

Tell Jac Frost we were asking for her.

[@forthwithtx5852]

You OK, Wray? Three weeks; no video.

[@proshaper]

I'm OK, very busy plus doing Spring cleaning of the whole shop.

[@PizzaGavones]

that inner panel is a two piecer Wray, that panel gets welded to the kick panel triangular piece...it's gets hairy is all I am saying :)...

[@proshaper]

I'll get it done, just like it was designed.

[@eaglebaldonetough4074]

Wray when you re gonna talk abiut outer and inner rocker panels and full floor pans reconstruction?

[@tomthompson7400]

Great work , and very careful planning , it will show in the end result Im sure. But the cost in man hours alone must be getting heavy .

[@proshaper]

It's a 2000 hr job to restore a car. There is no way around that. Lap joints , bondo, and micky mouse repairs do not add up to a restoration. The process is the reward, if you're doing it to make money choose another pursuit.

[@tomthompson7400]

@@proshaper there's a lot of wisdom in that ... and a huge difference in repair and restoration... 🙂

[@edwardtaylor4785]

@@proshaper So, at a reasonable shop rate, you will have a $200,000 Bronco. At a ridiculously low shop rate, it's still $100K.

[@proshaper]

@@edwardtaylor4785 which proves my point, probably 90% of collector cars can't be restored with the idea of making money on them. A lot of people bring cars to a shop thinking that they will make a bundle on the car after it is finished.... A large segment of the collector car community is retired and they use restoration as a hobby and therapy. The process is fun and challenging. I call it a super intense chess game with art and sweat. With my videos I try to give proper guidance to the community I just described.

[@gregm8262]

I’d love to try my hand at a flexible shape pattern. Can you share what brand and type of transfer tape you use? I’ve seen several types on my searches and I’m not clear on what would work best. The fiberglass strapping tape I can source… but the transfer tape looks to be the key. Thank you for sharing… Greg

[@proshaper]

Hi Greg, I sell the correct tapes at my website. I see people using substandard tapes or the wrong tapes, in that case you won't be able to create a good Flexible shape pattern. www.proshaper.com

[@klaus-peterscheucher6118]

alive......😆

[@johnglave7958]

Missing the frequent updates, everything ok?

[@timothyarmstrong2702]

When is the next video coming for the scout series?

[@anthonyraffin1034]

Oh man, three months no new content. Experiencing withdrawal issues

[@proshaper]

Maybe today we might get a video done on the 1952 Cadillac. It should be Epic!

[@anthonyraffin1034]

@@proshaper I can't wait. I've rebuilt my bandsaw and drillpress, I've got steel marked to cut for mobile bases, I can finally see back to Model A panels to start practicing on.

[@parrotraiser6541]

Removing the outer fender has revealed the metal-moth's depredations on the inner one. Just as well that's basically flat, so you can guess the missing bits. Seriously, are your gauges made of corrugated carboard? How do you get clean cut lines with it? Whenever I've tried, the cuts end up ragged, as though the dog did it..

[@proshaper]

80 sandpaper will tune the cardboard gauge quickly.

[@parrotraiser6541]

@@proshaper Thanks.

[@michaelhallas6450]

How is the Studlebaker truck coming out

[@proshaper]

I had to put that project on hold, until some students show an interest. I am locked on the Cadillac and Scout 800 restoration series. I think that has the widest potential appeal. I'm also limited because Mark is only around a full day on Tuesday and Thursday. I need him to video and edit.

[@billbrydon3725]

Novice question here: Why not put the fender on the other Scout, and use the brackets there for positioning?

[@proshaper]

My point on the restoration series videos is show the proper way to do restoration and I try to keep in mind what is possible for the viewer. I have multiple Scouts not everyone does, hence the bracket clamped in the vise. I bought another Scout today.

[@billbrydon3725]

@@proshaper Good point. Thanks!

[@papaloongie]

Hah. First I think kk

[@proshaper]

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[@papaloongie]

@@proshaper hi Wray. I think I got in the first comment I really am enjoying this series. I also bought your Chinese tig welder today My Lincoln 175 is a bit cumbersome Regards. Jb