more work on the 49 Fleetline. fixing up poor repairs as well fixing the poorly aligned door that was not lining up on the main body line and from looks of it it been like it when the car was chopped
Пікірлер: 144
@dustnaji40811 ай бұрын
The confidence you give me, while working on my own project, is unmatchable. Thanks Fitz!
@MyBlueZed11 ай бұрын
I’m certain I would have spun off to disaster if I hadn’t found Fitzee.
@thegarageetc11 ай бұрын
the progess is incredible, from where that car was to now....I can't imagine the owner of the car seeing his car in the video and getting exited with the progress, it must be an amazing feeling. Thanks Fitz for another amazing video.
@domecrack11 ай бұрын
I imagine they're dying inside learning about everything they did wrong.
@fonhollohan290810 ай бұрын
I enjoy watching a man that knows his trade and shares his tricks and tips. This ole car come a long long way since you've been working on it. Just taking care of the body lines themselves and the gaps makes the car not look like an ugly duckling anymore, now it's starting to look like a pretty decent cruiser.
@andrewelliott489011 ай бұрын
Old car is looking better all the time. The inspector approves also.
@ronaldwatterly774711 ай бұрын
I was working at a Chevy dealer back in 78. A guy came in with his brand new Silverado. The door was sagging a little and wanted if we could correct it. I said sure pull it in. You should have seen his face when I went to my box and came back with my 2lb hammer!😮😂 I sprung the bottom hinge and it fixed right up! He was sweating it at first!😂 Great memories!😊
@carlosmontoya865810 ай бұрын
Mr. Fitzgerald, your mechanical mind melding with metal manipulation meets many men's manifest machinations. Whew, that was tough!
@buannajim809111 ай бұрын
It's always such a pleasure to watch how your mind works with making these repairs, Tony. Thanks for the tips!
@jgwilliams595111 ай бұрын
Always a good evening when I can watch and learn from your tips and experience . Now I just need to work on my memory . Well Done and Thanks Fitzee!
@thistlelee11 ай бұрын
A lot going on adjusting doors . As an ameteur builder, I fell into all the traps you mentioned when building my '68 Chevelle. I learned a lot here, Tony.
@terrykeithley618311 ай бұрын
The great start to the weekend. A vid from Tony. 😊
@christopherconrad415611 ай бұрын
I use a stiff wire cup wheel in the grinder to peel out old fill. Gets into body lines without removing metal
@Pancho-villa66611 ай бұрын
I say , 40 + years of know how here. No 20 something body guy could match your expertise . VERY WELL DONE !!
@jorgefernandez-mv8hu9 ай бұрын
That was amazing to watch the gaps come right into where you want them.Thanks for the tip on the door hinge. I have to remember that one.
@rickjackson341411 ай бұрын
Great video! Looks excellent….you make it look so easy. I know you have to adjust door to 1/4 first as the 1/4 ain’t moving, but, on something like this you had to make your 1/4 lip and then fit the door…….fantastic approach to a tough repair.
@goptools11 ай бұрын
Hi Tony. Nice work getting the door, fender and quarter panel aligned! You make it look easy!
@AMLagonda11 ай бұрын
yer, its not easy though lol
@glenmiller378311 ай бұрын
Fixing other peoples messes can be real challenging. Nice job Tony
@rjung_ch11 ай бұрын
Catching up, was on vacation and I came to stick around. 👍💪✌
@michaelvandenhoy102110 ай бұрын
Really enjoy watching and learning from your videos. You are a master metalman and a great teacher.
@larrybrown721611 ай бұрын
YES the tips were good!!!!! the gaps sur can be frustrating!
@ChaplainSkelton11 ай бұрын
The tips were good! I don't know if anyone else who could do what you did in this video and make it look as easy and professional!
@sb1843657211 ай бұрын
Alot of good info on this one. I like the video cut-a- ways before during and after.
@alecmaxwell794511 ай бұрын
You are definitely a perfectionist. Made my Saturday night,so many tips. Thank you!😊
@riverflyswatter11 ай бұрын
Love the tricks ! Reverse backing pads. Thanks!
@spamwagonАй бұрын
An issue like this can be a bit confusing as far as in what sequence you address the fitment of the door & fender. I have the same issues on my '49 Styleline, so this has been very informative for me. Thanks for posting! New subscriber.
@terrencebuller767611 ай бұрын
Hello Fitzee, great program. Thank you for all the tips, and advice. Keep up the great work. Take care and stay safe. 👍
@thomastoadally11 ай бұрын
Beautiful job, precision gaps, great attention to details! You're the best!
@markmcintosh325511 ай бұрын
Precision, Dave Kindig will be calling
@nobodyspecial643611 ай бұрын
@@markmcintosh3255who..(dare i ask) is Dave Kindig?
@babybird576 ай бұрын
Fitzee, this is exactly the type of work I am doing right now and your tips are spectacular !
@TheAmpair11 ай бұрын
Even allowing for the fact you're 6 months behind the calendar, and walking upside down to boot, that is some nice work verging on incredible. A friend of mine who made the odd car body from both mild steel and Aluminum was visibly impressed. He has decided that at 87 he's not going to challenge your methods especially since he considers that electric welding is only excusable if the manufacturer used inexcusable materials. Anything that can't be oxy-acet welded or brazed is designed to crack and corrode PDQ. He's nearly as biased as me. But his wife assures me, he really is impressed; you may even have a couple new viewers Thanks.
@fitzeesfabrications11 ай бұрын
I like to sit down with him.for a long chat. Lot I can learn from him I'm sure.
@bobbyhallmark518910 ай бұрын
Excellent workmanship and great tips as usual.Thanks and blessings to you and family.
@ldean-du5im11 ай бұрын
Lots of patience and tons of skill!
@triumphstu11 ай бұрын
One of the best channels on KZbin, these videos give me so much confidence....until I get in the garage ..Haha ! Great tips as always Cheers Fitz
@davec345911 ай бұрын
I learn something new every video i watch. Thank you!
@markurban360811 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the tips! I've used many on my 85 S10. Your knowledge that you pass on is appreciated, thanks!
@EarlyIronAddict42711 ай бұрын
Nice nice Fitzee. Great Tips ! Step by step and your finesse and control is great. A guy can really make a lot more work for himself if not careful in those areas. Good teachings sir 👍🏻✌🏻love it
@boatnut6411 ай бұрын
Another Outstanding Installment... Keep up the Great Work Fitzi. 💪💪💪
@jasonflowers383011 ай бұрын
Great video Fitzee. You make it look so easy. The old car is looking better.
@suzukiman65011 ай бұрын
If I'm ever back out east I need to come say hi. You are a master at this stuff, Fitzee.
@jacquespoirier907111 ай бұрын
it is the one of the kind !!! better to keep it well stored as this car is so unique that it is not really repairable in the case of an accident. very good job on that custom car.
@keithparton846511 ай бұрын
U sure can work some Magic with the metal 👍
@garagehack206011 ай бұрын
Great to see a master fabricator at work.
@markaubuchon222711 ай бұрын
You sir are a master at your craft. Thank you for the video’s and the education.
@RaysLaughsAndLyrics11 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this one. Lots of humour added for our enjoyment. Thanks much for sharing Lad. Best to you and yours.👍🏁
@vortexgen111 ай бұрын
Great video. I never get tired of watching you work your magic. You have such a pretty fluffy girl wandering around your shop.
@tonyosmer845911 ай бұрын
You are amazing at what you can do , incredible ! 🙂
@JimmyMakingitwork11 ай бұрын
What's amazing is how decent this car looked at first, from 10 feet away. Like most projects. the more you dig the more you have to fix, if you want to do it right. This car will be amazing when you are done with the body, solid, straight and much much cleaner overall! I like the chair technique, I usually use a lightweight Harbor Freight floor jack I can easily raise or roll with the door on it. :)
@donchoate1311 ай бұрын
Good grief whoever done the previous work sure did jack it up , wow what a deal . The owner has the right man on the job now though.
@kenstevens567511 ай бұрын
Tips are always good. Look forward to new videos.
@hfdzl11 ай бұрын
Glad to see a new film. Was getting withdrawal symptoms!! Still the best- Good on ya!
@jayjohnston282111 ай бұрын
Thanks once again Tony It just goes to show that ................................... Youth and Enthusiasm is no replacement for Old age and treachery Oops I mean Experience ;) #StickAround!
@geoffreymills993211 ай бұрын
Now that's taking a jolopy to show car status, nice work Tony, that hood is going to be very interesting 😮😮😮
@Shawnsboostedgarage11 ай бұрын
Hey You’re welcome! And thanks for putting my sticker on your tool box! It’s much appreciated!
@fitzeesfabrications11 ай бұрын
Thank you. Cool gift
@gregpaterno144611 ай бұрын
The legend has done it again love your work Fitz
@donaldhalls218911 ай бұрын
Lot of work, great job, thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
@terryholder163911 ай бұрын
Beautiful job is always
@strikingwelds11 ай бұрын
Take note welding padiwans, patience and careful planning ensures that the 'torch ' will guide you 😂 Amazing work as always Fitzy - Thank you
@royestala694411 ай бұрын
I love your thought process and your solutions!!!
@mortimerschnerd38467 ай бұрын
You do damn nice work!!! I wish I had half your patience.
@ritekeith11 ай бұрын
I just came across your video by chance. You gotta be a Newfoundlander. Awesome. I miss the island. There are lots of repair videos I subscribed just so I could listen to a familiar voice.
@bryancooper269911 ай бұрын
Awesome Detailed progress. The tips were good as always. Thank you
@joell43911 ай бұрын
Yep…… brand new 👍👍😎👍👍
@bigbraincontent11 ай бұрын
Tips were good 👍
@warpedspeed451711 ай бұрын
Wow. From 20:10 to 20:37, if I hadn't followed you for years I would swear it was magic you performed, Fitzee! And even though I know what you did and how, I still am left with awe. Simply mesmerizing. 🖖
@can-cruiser11 ай бұрын
Impressive work as usual. Thanks Tony...
@nobodyspecial643611 ай бұрын
Nice work Fitzee…
@johnkranz400411 ай бұрын
Very Nice Work Tony really coming along nicely it’s going to be nice car
@robbigemon186811 ай бұрын
Always a great video tony and tips are always great. Thanks tony
@circledhomestead435811 ай бұрын
The master at work!
@byrdsdoityourselfgarage733011 ай бұрын
I love how clean your welds turn out. I have a 71 challenger, and the metal is about as thick as tissue paper and I’m constantly chasing the holes I burn into it :( it’s so frustrating and disheartening. At the end of it all, for all the work and effort, it always just turns out “ok” :(
@davebrittain921611 ай бұрын
Tips are always good! Thanks Fitzee!
@raymondcollyear477311 ай бұрын
Thank you again for another great video. Your teaching and giving us amateurs invaluable lessons and I know I really appreciate all of your help. Thank again
@adeeponionbrah11 ай бұрын
I forgot, Is this your car? Lotta hours into it hard work. Thirty thousand dollar fix.
@BrucePierson11 ай бұрын
It's a customer's car. Tony is just fixing it.
@markfuchs938511 ай бұрын
Excellent job Fitz...
@rodparker451410 ай бұрын
Love your stuff young man , more please!
@frankgaletzka847711 ай бұрын
Well done great work I like your work I wish you a good week Yours Frank Galetzka
@manuelbenavidez887211 ай бұрын
i've learned alot from you sir, thank you for sharing
@michaelvangrondelle591611 ай бұрын
All I can say is WOW! Well done.
@103erik11 ай бұрын
Excellent video, I learned a lot. Thanks!
@ohfugit11 ай бұрын
Your work is so impressive
@BrucePierson11 ай бұрын
Peanut checking out what you've been up to. Won't be long I suppose until peanut retires to the heated condo for the winter.
@labontottingham305111 ай бұрын
great video you make that look easy. and explained it very well
@shanenix154911 ай бұрын
That was amazing up so thank you
@ddblairco11 ай бұрын
The tips were good. Thank you
@RandallSoong-pp7ih11 ай бұрын
Thank you Fitzee!! You are Da Hammah!
@Joe.Doucette11 ай бұрын
Yes sir.. that's going to a long way away from the mis-shapen thing that you started with. Looking good. Peanut thinks so too. ;)
@Anthony-nw5zv2 ай бұрын
😊 always good tips 👍
@deanm413811 ай бұрын
I can only imagine how many hours you’re going to have in this car. Also when in Newfoundland swing by Fitzee’s fabrication and get a manicure lol
@minnesotatomcat11 ай бұрын
Sometimes the biggest battle is just trying to figure out how to do 2 man jobs by yourself, a guys really got to get creative sometimes to get stuff done 👍
@rickd642111 ай бұрын
Love watching your work Fitz and i always pick up tips that i can use in future. I love it when i get a notification of a video that you have posted. Great content and thank you for sharing :)
@errolpoxleitner958611 ай бұрын
Very good job.
@UberLummox11 ай бұрын
You really are a master!
@jamiepalmer-oc7ey11 ай бұрын
Love it Fitszy great work!
@toddo31611 ай бұрын
The tips were good!!
@larrylilly255211 ай бұрын
Some good tips on this video
@normandocaban18177 ай бұрын
Hmmm…..I had similar issues on 37 Chevy coupe when I suicide the doors and quickly corrected most of the mismatched body lines by playing around with body shims at the B pillar.
@anthonypirozzi83711 ай бұрын
Great video as usual
@jeff317511 ай бұрын
Another marvellous masterclass again Tony, one question regards door rubbers for a modified door. Do you make them to suit yourself?
@fitzeesfabrications11 ай бұрын
They can be tricky as most aftermarket rubbers are very tight fitting and need time to settle.