How to Easily Convert A 4 Door Tri-5 Chevy Into A 2 Door Hotrod!

[@Poppas_fun_on_wheels]

I can't believe I watched it all over again 🤣 addicted to this show! Can't understand how you don't have a million followers yet

[@DDSpeedShop]

Hahs thanks buddy! I'm working at it

[@dannycasler4959]

A million!!! How will they all fit in the garage?

[@roguemajesty220]

Me too hahaha

[@unchained20000000]

LOL he said it's super easy. He has a God given talent of fabricating and customizing and he tells us it's super easy. If I tried half the things he does. I'd have a dumpster full of melted down-cut up-unrecognizable scrap metal. This young man is good and as he matures he will be a pro and saving rare machines that others thought were too far gone to do anything with. I thank the Lord that we have him and others like him to keep the dream and dreamer machines alive. Thanks bro.

[@cb-kd1uu]

I get off on ‘57 Chevy’s I get off on screaming guitar. Like the way it gets me every time it hits me. I’ve got a rock and roll, I’ve got a rock and roll heart.

[@Grunt49]

Eric Clapton!!!

[@mmmiiikkkeeeyyy1]

Im one of thim 4 door guys.. Got to work on a all original 57 and i took pride in it. Told the wife i wanted the 4 door not the 2 door now.. And i injoyed the vid that kool work u did sir

[@NitroUnion]

Can't wait to watch this all the way through, I've watched all the original videos but it'll be nice to have it all in one!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Yeah I thought it would be a little easier to watch haha

[@agcacustoms2852]

Man I hope I win that 57, it looks bad ass. Man I love these tri-five 4 to 2 door conversions, and this is the first channel I’ve seen to go step-by-step process and even on multiple cars.

[@craigcaggiano431]

Very good details of the conversion from 4 door to 2. Nice that it’s one video

[@getlost692]

I’ve been here since you made this car a two door it was the reason I started watching and than you got the give away 57 and I watched you put it together

[@davebrittain9216]

I used to have long hair. When I finally got smart and decided to get rid of it I felt like a free man. I kind of felt like I was set free from the hassle of it all the time. First time watching one of your videos. Was really good! Thanks.

[@kenpatrick8268]

Dan I could just watch this video over and over. Sooooo much fun!!!

[@williamdavis3509]

Two doors are my favorite, but what you did to make one is way beyond my power curve.😀👍✌️🤘🇺🇸

[@hippychipsguitars601]

I watched all the original videos first, and this is my second time watching this one.

[@King_Nero_1]

That blue Tri-5 is what got me here and its just gotten better since! You presented the switch from 4 to 2 doors in a way that shows whats possible with some know-how.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks buddy. Really appreciate it

[@380.motorsports]

Cool video showing the whole process. Hey, pony up and give the girl a headliner. Dani deserves a nice interior.

[@samrothstein9716]

Dude is so chill about everything, love watching these videos. Real world $h!t. I’m usually losing my mind working on mine. Can you make a video where you lose your $h!t?

[@derek4073]

This show is what made want to watch this site, I'm shocked at the condition of the cars, back in salty roads Ontario cars are rust buckets and usually too far gone . Happy 1 year on the show hope many more to come

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks Derek!

[@ronhonig]

Awesome build. Looking for 2 door conversions on KZbin is how I first came across your channel. Nice to have it all in one vid.

[@d1ld]

I found your channel during this 57 build, Holy Moly I cant beleive its been a year since i watched it the first time. I like your energy on the builds you do, Thanks

[@DDSpeedShop]

Time Flys!

[@marioa1272]

This is great Dan, its like binge watching the whole build. I love how you started with almost nothing and made a really nice driver out of it .

[@rodneybrown1696]

I love the 57, this build is what introduced me to watching DD’s Speedshop.

[@cliffjohnson1285]

I built a 56 four to two door like that in 2000. Good memories.👍

[@stephenerickson2514]

The longer I watch the channel the more I enjoy and learn, merry Christmas and thank you

[@thesmokydig]

So nice to see you back on the chevy's after your Mopar distraction love the conversion and your fabrication eye for detail looking incredible guy

[@nastybastardatlive]

It's a big step backwards from a mopar.

[@garymccord4277]

Glad you reposted the video into a how to convert your car, I have watched the videos before but I notice things now that I had not paid attention to before. Like a good movie or book people will watch and rewatch and find things they missed first time around.. A++++++ videos Thanks

[@DDSpeedShop]

Hey thanks for the kind words Gary!

[@unchained20000000]

The best way to support the channel it to hit the like button. It brings up the algorithm and places his videos on the front pages of youtube. Thanks and God bless.

[@chiefexecutive]

I know they’re probably more valuable and people hate to cut them but I swear I love the two doors so much more ! Great work !

[@ZackAttack84]

I watch man because you make it look "very easy"! Awesome show brother.

[@jpalberthoward9]

That's a really impressive bit of surgery you have performed. It looks fine from what we can see on the screen, and your logic, your common sense, and approach To how you did this all appear to be rock solid, as does your work ethic. All this adds up to quality work. Hats off, have fun, and keep 'em coming!!

[@pennyshotrodscustoms]

Having my popcorn and watching your video have to come bug you to get a toque.

[@DDSpeedShop]

For sure man!

[@diggerspeedshop80]

It's been a nice little trip down memory lane. I still say you did a kickass job past and present Dan!!!

[@patrickharrand]

It was this exact project that got me hooked on your channel. I haven't missed an episode since. You DO make it look easy Dan. Watching your videos keeps ME motivated on my projects. Be it my '67 LeMans restoration or just getting that sink installed and plumbed in the garage. Thanks for sharing your Garage Time with us and keep building.

[@rustyirongarage4465]

This car turned out so dang good. I can’t count how many times I have watched this video. Great work Dan!

[@eddybaby58]

Another Canadian doing a splice! After watching Cold War Motors build that gorgeous 60 Plymouth (out of 3 rotten cars!), I cannot wait for this!

[@petergerard2406]

Hey Dan I did exactly the same thing on my 66 Pontiac Parrisenne 4 door post. Only here in Australia they never imported the 2 door post model in those days, so parts were almost impossible to get. I had to use convertable doors then re-use the window frame off the old doors after I extended the window frame then weld them into the convertable doors. I sectioned all the stainless much the same as you. It was very satisfying when I finished it. That was about 4 years ago now and I'm pretty sure it's the only one in Australia or at least I've never hear or seen one to date.

[@stephenfisher7412]

I'm really enjoying the videos! Your videos have made me not to fear buying a 4 door 57 to convert to 2 door. Rescued 1 from a salvage yard, complete car for 1600. Waiting for cooler weather so I can start on it.

[@ndeep45]

Dude .. u know I've dug this car every part of the way been a really cool Trip! Dont giveaway my 57!!

[@ndeep45]

@Last Name First we'll have to arm wrestle for it.. lol

[@danmoore2443]

I started watching when u deleted the rear doors been watching ever since!

[@Nawnwbbgjyes]

Awesome job a 55 is my dream car! Watching your video shows me it's possible thanks for sharing 👍

[@Road_Rash]

That's actually a great idea for a budget 2 door...time consuming, but you have to look hard to see any character flaws, so it does work...very cool! 🖖🏿😎👍🏿

[@loafemcsweet316]

Following recently, good videos, i recently put dad's 58 nomad in the garage from the old farm barn. Will not be removing the back 2 doors and dont have the 348 anymore but getting a lot of great information from your videos for my own nickle and dime profect. Thanks.

[@karkrazy559]

This is the car that inspired me to do my 2 Dr conversion

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice! How'd it turn out

[@karkrazy559]

Still working on it slowly

[@thewoodbarionshow2223]

Love how you use what you can get, instead of throwing tons of cash at it! Looks Really good, Great work man!👍👍👍

[@LoganOlien]

Holy shit an hour long treat! Hell yeah Dan

[@buckeyejim2989]

I've been doing my part to help you grow. Thumbs, comments, n thumbs in comments.👍 Last year at this time I was sick. The struggle to breathe woke me in the morning for a week. No hospital or Dr. It didn't get me but had me for a few weeks. My girl that worked at a nursing home gave it to me. Your mechanical and vidio skills work well with each other 👊😎 keep em coming Dan👍

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks Jim. Stay safe my friend!

[@V8Deuce]

One of the BEST video's on KZbin! Brilliant ! Seriously, job well done!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks!

[@Nova.1971]

I enjoyed watching this all over again......you made it look so easy!!!!

[@kimberlywilliams9757]

This one turned out very well. This is the 3rd time I have watched this video. 😊👍 Good job!

[@royholmes7250]

Dan keep up the good work, you make me want to get off the couch and get one of my hundreds of projects going I watch these guys with endless bank accounts and think I can't afford this hobby then I see you get them going and having fun ,just as much fun without making them perfect just getting them back on the road; thanks for all you and the Queen do Roy from mass

[@stevehei8035]

Nice recap from last year’s conversion. Most definitely doable. Thanks for sharing!

[@anthonymestichelli9979]

For a home build two door conversion you did a great job. I like the way you painted just enough to look like a survivor. It's going to be a great hotrod to have fun with.

[@alshotrodgarage4779]

D your videos are priceless, keep doing what you do, no need for $1000 quarter panels your doing better than good working with what you have.. Canadian McGyver

[@I_am_kandyman]

I've watched this like 4 times already and I already know how to do a conversion 😂😂😂 keep up the good work Dan

[@torekristoffersen176]

Dan, you are a car stud!! Keep up the great Tri Five building!!

[@TLDLTD]

Time flies!! It’s been a blast!!

[@richcar3434]

Absolutely awsome!...you look and sound just like a grown up "Jam" from the Detroit Rock City movie!

[@merge2524]

Thanks for taking the time to make the video. I’ve watched it a couple times! I will be doing the same conversion on my 56’ next year. Thanks again!

[@shaunsiz.itsbetterbytube2858]

Ping ping 😁 That was a nice surprise. Got a take away in ( nice big pizza) and got my Beers . Very Enjoyable 👍

[@waynered9]

I've been watching since day one with the 55 and the poorer camera and audio quality. You've come a long way since then and seeing the 57 2 door conversion was a treat. Keep up the quality work. Tri 5's seem to be your niche. Keep building them and I'll keep watching

[@jasondayne5454]

Loved seeing this again Dan! Thanks for the re-run 👍🏻

[@verseb1]

my 1st car was a 57 Belair , a four door , I like what you did to this one , awesome !

[@MikeJBlues]

Fantastic work , great video

[@jaredlittlefield9838]

Just found your page. I'm in Kansas City missouri with a 2 door 55 Chevy project. Your page is badass!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks buddy!

[@aussiejas6599]

Great job Dan.

[@bwsgarage]

Great recap Dan. Loved watching this the first time, and was equally entertained on the re-rock.

[@bwsgarage]

Full disclosure, I am 27 mins in, will finish it up tonight. (I am at work 🤫). ✌ brother

[@boblamb8421]

It looks like a ton of work but you make it look easy. I have a 4 door 55 210 post. All rot free. 454 and a 4 speed. I built it with the intention to eventually change it to a 2 door. Real 2 doors cost a fortune on the west coast. Parts obviously are simpler to get here and once the pandemic allows the swap meets in the Phoenix area to reopen I am sure I can find some complete doors and maybe even some quarters. I am not sure I could do all the engineering you did to cut and fit the rear doors. To bad you are in Manitoba or i'd hire you to do the job. We see lots of winter visitor's from your neck of the woods in Mesa every year. Keep up the good work and video's.

[@randallcapps7352]

fantastic fabrication job , you are truly an artist

[@Docmiller4425]

This is an awesome hot rod! I loved following along with you while you built it. Thanks for sharing this all edited together! I shared it on Facebook to the pages I'm on.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks ap bunch buddy!

[@piratescovegarage8269]

Watching all together was actually fun, great job!

[@fasteddie4294]

love this video iv'e watched it twice. from watching your 2 door conv. and lovetts I bought myself a cheap 4 door 57. Wasn't much but just a shell but solid floor and rockers. thanks for sharing

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice! Gotta save em man

[@dankwearadministrator5061]

Cool to see the whole process you took thanks

[@paulkadamus2944]

The video of you doing this car was the video that made me subscribe to your channel

[@Scrapy-ih7ob]

Sure be A nice thing to win, but I am going keep playing the lottery about the same chance of wining. Awesome work nice conversion. Trying watch few vid, motivate me to go pull engine off of old 79 bronco frame sitting on car trailer so I can scrap the frame. Good Motor/trans/transfer case. Spare are good.

[@jeremystrickland7826]

Love the tri fives myself awesome job on the 56 buddy!

[@nicholasfisher2595]

Awesome video!! I remember watching these.🤘🤘

[@getlost692]

You and Dannie are cool people in my book

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks buddy

[@getlost692]

No Prob

[@johnnyjohnson5361]

Pretty cool flash back Dan. 👍

[@ericwilkinson9447]

Oh man. When I saw that four door 57 Chevy you were giving away I instantly hit the subscribe button can't wait to see more of your videos and I hope I get that 57 I'm going to start thinking of names for right now

[@TheSmreeder]

@DD Speed Shop ... Dude Great Job... I am in Akron, Ohio and your video came up on my feed... I have worked in Body shops , Fab Shops and made Boilers and heat exchangers for company's like Bayer and Timken.... Machining , welding and fabbing... I could not do what you did... in the amount of time as you.... Nice work and blending to keep her looking ratty and patina'd... Many Blessings , SMR

[@RGGarage]

Going to do the conversion on mine. Thanks for the video.

[@raybradley4722]

I love 327cid engines they use to scream ,had a 350hp 327 in my 2door 1957 belair it had a sagnaw manuel tranny and an indy shifter and it was fun it had 53,000 miles on it and i was 22 years old now im 65 and my daily is a 2003 mustang gt with bolt ons and tremac 3650 5 spd. Has 410 pos. 8.8 rear end and flow master exaust and she does 12s ans runs over 150mph and im still sna t ching gears like a 20 year old ,and ty for your vids brings memories

[@tripyj2]

You live life on the edge. I wish I had a shop and all the tools to do what you do. I'm new and just subscribed. Awesome job. Can't wait to watch more of your videos. Sweet cars.

[@shawnmay7264]

Love it. I like 4 doors but its interesting to see how the conversion is done. Good work.

[@gunnywill20]

Nice, just watched your 57 convertion last week!

[@dh66]

hah was watching your challenger first drive video when you dropped this video.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice!

[@ibraunchy2462]

As the leaf people say , Minty , Cant wait til you start on the wagon , keep the vids coming , Dan

[@jermead1]

It was this video that made me subscribe. I'm glad I did. I also really like the video of the long bed conversion. I do realize that it has to be at leaf spring rear end in order for that to work the way you did it. But now I see long bed and four doors a little differently👍

[@Nigel2Zoom]

Came out really nice! Looks awesome.

[@mikeburton5471]

Back in 61 - 63 my Dad had the very same 57 4dr, same color. I would leave it as a it is, they had to find up here in Michigan. Went to circle tracks or demo derbies. Dad still had that when I went in the army, when I came home on leave he had a road barge dodge, push button auto with a flathead 6. The vehicle I learned to drive on was a 57 1/2 ton chevy, 3 spd stick. Big change to a deuce and a half...

[@franksgarage8551]

Copper. Backing plate for plugging holes or preventing burn through. Never watched first version, but this one is a good watch. Man, i wish i could go back 25 years and start over. My body wont do what my mind thinks it wants.

[@michaeln9905]

WOW awesome job love it have not seen this yet I enjoy building cars to can't wait to get my shop together i am in transition

[@jeffseidel4249]

1:00 hour mark the marvellous Mur is still getting requests for dancing dates from all the lonely ladies in Peg, "It's all in the hips" LOL, I love how this video flowed and the car came together. Great Job!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Haha hes a keeper

[@jimmydalegausejr9876]

Dude! I love your work! Looks Good, Looks Usable. And your having FUN and learning and building knowledge.....Awesome....

[@edwardalamo2507]

Some Tri Five fans love 4dr Sedans our fathers had them. Our grandfathers had them ,they outsold all other models, no flying fronts seats no large sagging doors they were rattlers the two doors.

[@tomlappin9657]

Dan, great seeing this again and was crazy to see July 23rd on that door ..thats my birthday..haha...great how to video Dan !!!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Haha no way!

[@tomlappin9657]

@@DDSpeedShop yes way !! Crazy

[@robertwayne2004]

Thanks for sharing your build a friend from B.C Rob ✌

[@MIKEH.777]

You can tell when somebody knows what they're doing because you made that look very easy great job buddy I am now a new subscriber I love your Channel keep up the great work 👍🏻👍🏻💯💪🏼🙏🙏

[@PapaVrooom]

LOVE this format!

[@anthonygrimm437]

Great job cuz, enjoy the work! U kickin ass, love these 55 56and 57👍

[@maxrensberger9856]

Yep..best of everything for you both...seriously enjoy you n your channel..thanks n I'm good with that

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks max!

[@kanjoracer4914]

My Hoodie arrived yesterday! Thank You

[@DDSpeedShop]

Nice!