F-4 PHANTOM II Aircraft Restoration - U.S. Airforce Fighter JET

[@garyburgmylifeandtimes6354]

Being a former Air Force Fighter Aviator, I really enjoyed this renovation. You don’t see many metal fighter models these days. I’m not sure if those were bombs, more like fuel drop tanks. The F-4 was known to use a lot of fuel. Great restoration, thanks for sharing.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your comment. Others have said that it is fuel tanks I actually didn't know that :) happy 75th annivesary today

[@rirkc]

...and leave trails of black smoke hanging over the flight line.

[@daniel_f4050]

Yup, definitely drop tanks. Otherwise they’d be the size of British WWII Earthquake bombs and about 10,000 lbs! 😄

[@markeule2703]

You should watch this a bit more , he called you a clown

[@Jimmythefish577]

If you’re really a ‘former airforce fighter aviator’ you’d know the difference between drop tanks and bombs….

[@GuyPipili]

I believe that those are not bombs on the F-4 but rather drop tanks. Drop tanks are used to give more fuel for longer flight time. Excellent job on the restoration. Your skills are incredible.

[@zaryabalam8591]

Correct

[@crewchief8013]

Gary, you're correct; those are 370 gallon external wing fuel tanks.

[@flattailbob]

from the night before, by my dorm room windows rattling because of those F4s taking off in full AB.

[@robsteingruber9488]

Yes those are drop tanks. The Phantom was not fuel efficient. She was known as The Flying Brick.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you all - I wasn't aware of that :)

[@dondamon443]

As an Air Force veteran retiree, I always enjoy it when people take the time and their skill to refurbish and resurrect those things that I remember from my time in service. Thanks for doing all of that. Keep up the good work. Fly High.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your servic. Cheers to you

[@Dandalore]

I enjoyed how this was done without obnoxious background music or commentary. Just a quiet display of disciplined skill, resulting in a perfect restoration. Excellent work.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

I appreciate that! Thanks so much for watching - have an awesome day 😊

[@boataxe4605]

Disciplined skill, and a cooler full of beer!😂

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Today I do a Restoration of a McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II model airplane with a broken wing. Please tell me what you think? Cheers my friends And happy 75 years anniversary to the U.S Air Force - Aim Hign Airmen ✈🛩 💖🍺🍺👊👊 ALSO SEE MY Mechanical Toy Restoration 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH7Hiaehq6qrnLs 👈 Cheers my friends 💖💖🍺🍺 Martin

[@saulolinoarteagafernandez820]

Disfrute la restauración genial

[@gumnaramaria1]

Mi sei mancato!😊 Pazzesco e geniale come riesci sempre a far rivivere un oggetto! Sei Unico!👏👏👏💙

[@joethomas5528]

1:36 fyi - those are jettisonable fuel tanks, not bombs

[@the.charlies.projects]

I love planes. I really liked the polished metal finish. This fighter had a different paint job, but it reminds me of the fighters of the 50's.

[@ralphwoodard609]

I just love your attention to details whenever you restore anything. I also love your editing skills and throwing in those little flares here and there to make the videos more interesting in the end. Keep up the good work. ✈️👍🏻

[@dukepettit329]

There are no words to be spoken for your skill, integrity, and respect to what you restore. Thank you for sharing your journey each and every time.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Wow, thank you!

[@jamesbizs]

And yet you spoke many lol

[@joshthemediocre7824]

I've done a bit of sandblasting in my day, even about 10 entire cars inside and out, i find it really satisfying to watch the metal come back to life as all the corrosion gets blasted away. I enjoyed your process, i might have to try it.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Couldn't agree more! cheers my friend :)

[@peterzito1372]

It's edifying watching your channel can't wait for the next one let me soak up this one and the angel a little longer

[@Getithowyoulive863]

I was an industrial sandblaster for 10 years, I loved it getting into the hood and suit then blasting for hours, climbing into tanks, boxes, shoots, classifiers out at production plants. My only complaint about it ever was how miserably hot it was.

[@billbammerlin4666]

There’s a guy local here in Ohio that will come to your place and do your car or whatever. He uses sand mixed with water. There’s less warpage.

[@Aviation18]

That’s a drop tank, not a bomb, but incredible restoration!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks, I didn't knew it when I made the video 😊

[@NeyaLudwig]

people also use it as a bomb

[@aydencrack7159]

Yeah no​@@NeyaLudwig

[@khuzairiazmeer6227]

​@@aydencrack7159it too explodes.

[@ethanplaysroblox6253]

Is the thing on the f-16 also a drop tank? I thought it was a missile lol

[@yudaifujii1171]

My favorite fighter jet of all time. Japan Self Defence Force was using F-4 as reconnaissance aircraft until only few years ago. I went to see the retirement air show and I was deeply moved for a long time service to defend my country. Thank you so much for the restore.

[@Kisaragi_Redline]

F-4EJは飛んでるところ見てみたかった。

[@jimreilly917]

I’m from St. Louis, where the Phantom was built. Always one of my favorites, along with the other hometown built, F15 Eagle. Have a great day 🇺🇸🦅🇯🇵

[@StealthDonut1]

From a USAF vet, you did a fantastic job on this! Well done! *salute*

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much - salute and happy 75 years annivesary

[@ManadaCan]

Thank you for your service. 🤘🏻

[@f-5etigerii331]

Bravo Zulu! Thank you for your service! Salute! 🇺🇸

[@remessinger]

Skills

[@F15StrikeEagl]

@@f-5etigerii331 ally

[@HalfUnder]

As the son of a retired USAF fighter pilot, Fighter Weapons School graduate, instructor and former Phantom pilot thank you for this.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Very cool colin - cheers buddy 💖🍺

[@HalfUnder]

@Awesome Restorations Cheers man. All the best to you and yours.

[@АльбертМухобоев]

And we are so glad, that you dropped us to liquid acid, dude 🤣

[@koberko]

I think it's anything short of miracle that you managed to find a clean cut peace of wing in what ever pile of mud and dirt this was sitting. And it's also a miracle that with all that dirt and rust, metal underneath doesn't have a single rust dent. And it's miraculous how all that rust went away in a instant without any trace when blasted with sand, almost as if it was just a cosmetic on otherwise good condition toy that was just made to look like it was taken out of some garbage dump. Miracle pure miracle!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

You are welcome 👌and Yes I make miraculous things at my awesome playground that's just how it is 😉 Cheer and thanks for watching 🍷

[@maxzrulzz9832]

Finally someone notices this is Just straight up a scam haha

[@marcoviola6741]

exactly. And if you watch other videos, you'll see other "miracles". Very similar patinas on many other objects. Scam for sure.

[@Discopuss]

Yep, caught on to this a while ago, but honestly, it's still entertaining. I figure if you had to spend time and effort on a crap shoot to find the perfect subjects, it wouldn't be worth making the videos. However, there are other restoration channels that do bulk estate auction type stuff and have to get really creative when parts are missing or damaged beyond repair. Still, this is entertaining from a certain perspective. I mean, you watched, didn't you?

[@jamiecook3966]

F4 is still one of favorite jets. I tip my hat to all the brave souls that flew them. Unbelievable restoration, a true labor of love.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you very much Jamie for your comment 😊❤

[@mth469]

The F-5 is my fav

[@overdoneone]

While in the USAF, back in the day, the F-4 Phantom was my favorite jet fighter and to this day....still is. You sir have done a damn fine restoration on this great jet plane!

[@next8053]

Not surprised anymore. Always expect an AWESOME result. I used to think "Wow, this is going to be hard to restore". Now it's "Oh, this is gonna be good. Can't wait to see the end result". Another one well done.

[@lindathompson3982]

Yes! U r right!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you very much!

[@richardclayborne9783]

As an airforce veteran, I worked on F4 c,d,e. Weapons loader. Still my favorite. Job well done sir.😊

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much 😊

[@scottcates]

Thank you for your service.

[@SHOdown13]

As a U.S. Air Force veteran, thank you for your fine work.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much I am glad you liked it :)

[@SimpleAviation55]

Thank you for your service.

[@davidwise165]

Beautiful restoration! As a retired USAF fighter mechanic who worked on the F-4 Phantom for 9 years this restoration hits close to home and is one of my favorites you have done........Bravo!!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much David I am really glad that you liked this video :)

[@メジロナッカムーラ]

These two pilots will keep flying forever in your hands👏✨

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Yes I really hope so. Thanks my friend :)

[@Mdwells2944]

As an Air Force veteran, this made me proud and thank you highly for your awesome work and recognizing our anniversary. I was an administrator who served in many wings and commands and my first permanent base was 1981 at Elmendorf Air Force Base Anchorage, Alaska and I supported jet engine mechanics who worked on the F-4 engines which were soon changed over to the F-15s. I love all things being restored and this is beautifully done.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you so much. Very cool that you served the air craft and actually have served the F4 engined 👊👊🤟 Cheers to you and have a great summer

[@scottcates]

Thank you for your service.

[@cleotisfosjean9517]

Your level of patience, attention to detail and knowledge is the hallmark of your work. Always enjoy your restorations. 👍🏻

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your kind words :)

[@Jimmythefish577]

His attention to detail isn’t really that good, the stars and bars on the fuselage are upside down….

[@veraduarte1117]

Você é muito caprichoso e cuidadoso em suas restaurações, isso demonstra que ama o que faz.Admiro isso.....Parabéns,ficou lindo(como sempre).

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉

[@АлексейВолков-у7ш]

@@AwesomeRestorations Поддерживаю предыдущего оратора. Работы по реставрации добротные. Уважаю ваш канал. Всех благ!

[@DidoCoksLie]

Включил на пару секунд, но досмотрел до конца! Очень здорово! Цвет прекрасен. Спасибо за видео! Успокаивающе медитативная штука. 🖖

[@arthooligans1887]

Отличный канал. В Ютубе аналогов полно, но именно этот отличается тонкой атмосферой) экстра-класс, всегда наблюдаю за работой с уловольствием

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you very much I appreciate it :)

[@JRGProjects]

The F-4J Phantom II especially the Navy variant with all the squadron and carrier markings is my all time favorite jet. Should have never retired it. My dad served in Vietnam and saw these fighters everyday. When all of my buddies were gushing over the F-14D Tomcat in Top Gun 1 and 2, I was the lone Phantom pilot of the group. Ended beating everyone too in multi-player Ace Combat.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks a lot for your comment I understand why this is your favorite jet :)

[@letterssa]

Привет ! Красивый самолёт ! Отличная ручная работа !

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks :)

[@scottyaklin8226]

Outside of some upside-down decals, the restoration is absolutely perfect! Great Job!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you very much!

[@AVlad-eg3ds]

Yep, never saw such a rusted alluminium and such an even break line on the wing. Was probably super hard to restore this.

[@AsYouWereRestorations]

Great job, from an Air Force Vet! I spent a lot of time at Bergstrom AFB, which flew F4's back in the 90's -- super loud when it decided to take off, but a super cool looking jet.

[@txoilfield]

And I lived in apartments near Bergstrom, when the Double Ugly took off, it would set off those whooping car alarms which were so popular in those days. Really loud!

[@davey.f.demarco3858]

Man, I absolutely love this channel. It’s incredible how you make something so damaged look brand new. Amazing!! 👍🏻

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks Buddy :)

[@Mike-xj6pi]

Your patience and attention to details even when your going off script is awesome keep it up you bring a lot of positive in sted of all the negativity your one hell of a craftsman

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much Mike :)

[@michaelmijatovich8983]

@Awesome Restorations I do have a question do you work on things for people like myself ? I have a small hand drill that was my late father's as a kid I played with I thought I could do it but there's no way I can ?? Please let me know and possibly the Cost it means alot to Since he's gone thank you

[@Rob-kv1sj]

Very impressive Sir. USAF vet here and this turned out incredible. Thank you for restoring a piece of military history

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you for watching Rob glad you liked it

[@Nathanial-Lee-Vigder]

Wow...I've never gotten the tingles from watching a toy restoration before. Well done, sir. And thank you.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Glad you enjoyed it Nathaniel, thanks a lot :)

[@jewellerydesignerartists9353]

Hello sir ❤️ have a great day 😊

[@GeneralDeplorable]

Had an uncle that flew back seat as a flight medic for years. Always story of a very solid aircraft 🎉 Great renovation!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Very cool! Thanks for watching 😊

[@Megavolt.]

"Мой Фантом стрелою белой, на расправленном крыле, с гулом набирает высоту…"(с) Отлично проделанная работа!!!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 yes lets gain some altitude 😉

[@arthooligans1887]

@@AwesomeRestorations that's the strings from one pretty popular Russian rock song :)

[@adrianruess1646]

Beautiful job ! My grandfather worked on those when he was in the navy . Still got tons of pictures of his squadron

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your comment Adrian 😊

[@samanthadean1083]

Amazing job!!! I was surprised that there wasn’t significant pitting under all that rust!!! 🙀 ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks a lot Samantha ❤

[@charlotteelbe3377]

As retired Air Force, my husband loves what you did! Awesome job!! Thank you!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks so much for watching 😊

[@bindig1]

That's some real craftsmanship right there. Fantastic

[@photo_realism]

Очень круто сделано! И как уже верно заметили в комментариях, это не бомбы, а подвесные баки для топлива)) Удачи!

[@Kiber_Tron]

если не бомбы то сша мирная страна?

[@SimpleKing11]

Это прекрасно, смотреть за человеком, который любит свою работу.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you for your comment 👍

[@gareytool7817]

I need this for my father!!! He was an f4 mechanic in the air force and would be absolutely overwhelmed if I got this for him!!!

[@xfanoentres7344]

A scale metallic model of it will def do, good luck

[@jonhwick3846]

Foi um dos melhores vídeos que já vi. Trabalho maravilhoso

[@richardring8524]

I used to work on these in the Marines. I really enjoyed watching your restoration. It brought back a lot of memories. Thank you so much.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks a lot for your comment Richard I appreciate it :) glad I could take you down memory lane

[@jamesbizs]

Weird that they had you working on models.

[@ЕвгенийМедведев-л2ю]

Очень красиво, золотые руки!!!👍👍👍👍👍

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much :)

[@kimberlee2809]

Air Force Brat here from the 60's to 80's and the F-4 phantom was the best plane we put in the skies. Awesome job!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks a lot for your comment :)

[@Mehbymeh]

As an airforce pilot…i feel very proud and happy, thank you for such a brilliant video.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Your welcome 👍

[@КоляМ-ч3ц]

Одно удовольствие наблюдать за вашей работой)

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you I am glad you think so :)

[@ssmith9438]

What he said!!!

[@russianapple7316]

he said he enjoys the work

[@cenkkilinc6699]

I have great respect for the restoration and work you have done, my friend...🕺🏽🤗👏🏼

[@AwesomeRestorations]

❤❤

[@THEREALIceman1]

Even though the restoration videos might be fake i still enjoy the transformation from looking like a pile of dirt to a masterpiece

[@peks9532]

Супер! Золотые руки и хорошая голова, удачи в нелёгком труде!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much :)

[@davidberti3158]

This was another incredible restoration. From the music to the subtle touches you add to your videos to make them so enjoyable, you are a true perfectionist. Also, thanks for honoring our military. They do not get enough recognition these days. 🙂

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you so much David for your kind words and for watching 👌❤️ i really appreciate it 😌

[@hollywoodghostbusters9869]

the F-4 was my favorite fighter as a kid and while the F-14 is my favorite today, the Phantom still holds a special place in my heart

[@AwesomeRestorations]

she is a real beauty ❤

[@BryonLetterman]

I really didn't expect it to look as good as it did at the end. Amazing job.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks alot 👍

[@БеляковАлександр-п3я]

Dear Martin, your work is incomparable and your work and patience is priceless. Keep making us happy with your videos. Good luck to you and health. You have many subscribers from Russia and I am one of them.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it. Greetings from Sweden :)

[@McFly20112010]

Я бегу по выжженной земле, гермошлем захлопнув на ходу. Мой Фантом стрелою белой, на распластанном крыле, с ревом набирает высоту.... :)

[@Dragon_forrest]

О, наши в городе)))

[@androidservice1533]

Мой Фантом летал когда-то в небе чёрно-голубом А теперь цветной металлолом.

[@Frankie5Angels150]

Must I say that you have the coolest box cutter ever?!?!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks, it is very cool 😊👍

[@АнтониоПетров-я7щ]

Дорогой Брат, это просто бесподобная работа!!!! Я думаю что получилось даже лучше чем было когда его сделали!!! Ты доставил море радости для всех кто любит небо, полёт и самолёты!!! Ты со своим упорством и терпением в труде всё преодолеешь!!!!😎😉🙂☺😀😄🙄💪👌👏🖒👍🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺

[@lindathompson3982]

Plus your intelligent thoughtfulness! Admirable.

[@АнтониоПетров-я7щ]

@@lindathompson3982 Спасибо большое!!!👌💪🖒👍☺😀😄😎😉🙂🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you for your very kind comment I really appreciate it ❤❤

[@jabaal1254]

3:16:D precioso avión. Magnífico trabajo... y no solo de la restauración en si. Siempre he dicho que el trabajo de poner las cámaras aquí, allí, trabajar... y luego editarlo todo. Gran trabajo el tuyo por todo.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉 Gracias Amigo

[@eduardoartiguez4505]

Eres un genio de la restauración, respeto mucho tu talento!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂

[@fleendarthemagnificent7372]

I wish I could buy this for my father as this would be such a special gift for him. He repaired these F-4 Phantoms when he served on the USS Constellation from 61-65 in Nam. He loves these fighters. Those are fuel drop tanks, not bombs. Beautiful restoration! Thank you for sharing this!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your comment, I appreciate it. I have been told after I did this that it is fuel tanks, I did not knew it when I made the video, so thanks for info 😊

[@R8TEDR]

Freaking amazing, the shine on that made me put my shades on! Your work is great, bringing things back to life!!!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much I am really glad you liked it :)

[@Dawud27]

Watching your restorations is so satisfying. A true artist at work!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks 👍

[@Михаил-х2у4п]

Зачётное восстановление! Браво мастеру! 👏👏👏 но почаще делай свои видосы

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉

[@mrEC]

Your talent is beyond belief and the patience, attention to detail. Thanks for your time finally showing something worth watching on KZbin! Also, learned a few things.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you very much!

[@TD-kq6lh]

Liked how you incorporated the Air Force motto. F4 was the first aircraft I worked on. Those are fuel tanks, not bombs. Very nice restoration as always.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thanks so much and thanks for info regarding the tanks 👍 I didn't knew it when I made the video 😊

[@Steve-cn9of]

You never disappoint..Stellar restoration as always...👍😎

[@AwesomeRestorations]

wow thanks Steve. Cheers my friend :)

[@julianaricahyono]

without the blaring sound effects like in a movie theater just the sound of the machine you're using, and of course and always the Perfect Ending ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love you're channel my brother

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much Julian for your kind words I really appreciate it 😊

[@mishunkontrol1874]

Man! This is my Jr. High Shop Class all over! Sanding, drilling, casting, welding, wood-working, and more! I love it!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@ViZiX7]

RIP for the two heroes in the plane. you will never be forgotten.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

❤❤

[@grettagirl2884]

Oh Martin, it is stunning in its beauty and perfection! The brilliant shine you gave it is so true to the artist you are. And, as usual, your Description of this jet and the process you would take to achieve the restoration is simply unprecedented. Really, Martin, it's a big part of why you are so loved, respected and followed by so many on your Channel. I know of no other KZbin channel that takes the time and effort to write such clear and articulate descriptions as you do or who appreciates his Subscribers as you do. So.once again, hats off to you dear friend for another brilliant Restoration 👏 😀 👍! Cheers 🍻!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks again Gretta I really appreciate all your kind messages. It really means a lot to me to describe my subjects as good as possible and my subscribers means everything to me 😉👍💖 cheers 🍺 Martin

[@grettagirl2884]

@@AwesomeRestorations you show that everytime you post a video, Martin. Thank you!

[@elenaperez2569]

Es un genio, todo lo que toca, lo convierte en oro

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you Elena

[@markmoncure4098]

Former Aircraft Maintenance troop, the F-4 Phantom II was my favorite to work on. The video bought back a lot of memories.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

glad to hear that Mark :)

[@nickmaylock94]

Лайк за твой труд, дружище! Спасибо за видео!!!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much Nick :)

[@ТарасМорозов-ш8е]

Как всегда отличная работа!)

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much :)

[@zavodchanin77]

Как всегда отлично! Спасибо за работу! 👍🤝

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you very much

[@aky8420]

Спасибо за восстановление самого красивого самолёта - Фантома Ф-4 👌👍👏💯💯💯💯💯

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for watching :)

[@GlamorousTitanic21]

Even to this day, 62 years after it was introduced, the F4 is still one of the most beautiful and fearsome fighter jets to ever take to the skies.

[@priyanshuraha]

I totally agree. Its beautiful

[@68Mach]

F-4 и F-14 красивейшая техника 20 века

[@hankelvisimpersonator2832]

If you stop the video at 3:03, you can see the wing has been very clearly milled as there's 1-2mm of material missing along the "break". You can see the entry point or exit point on the left.

[@lepuluke]

It’s obvious that all these restorations are prepared but no one cares The progress looks nice nevertheless

[@davest6454]

Una gran restauración Marty, al detalle y además con un mensaje de celebración. Enhorabuena 👍🏼

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you very much for your kind words :)

[@koma9571]

オススメに流れてきて、「流石にこれは修復厳しいのでは？」と思いましたが完成品見て感動しました！ 素晴らしい技術ですね😀

[@andymiller5611]

Beautiful looking finish, man! Absolutely gorgeous! Excellent restoration as always! 🍻🤘💜

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks Andy for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂

[@mattcanyon5806]

Nice. You obviously spent a lot of time off camera polishing. It turned out beautiful

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks a lot Matt 😉👍

[@ktown4852]

All your restoration’s are amazing, but this one is very special. I enjoyed the flight, tribute and salute you for the F4 facelift. Awesome as usual!!! Cheers Martin

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Glad you enjoyed it :) have an awesome day

[@maximusmeridio1970]

Bravo ottimo lavoro, dovresti coprire le viti di fissaggio dei serbatoi per rendere le ali omogenee 👍

[@tfatcher]

I truly enjoyed this restoration. Sixty-five years ago as a combat infantryman in Vietnam there was nothing more we grunts liked than an "Alpha Sierra" (air strike) to help us out on the ground. But I recall us distinguishing who was supporting us, i.e, U.S. Airforce or U.S. Navy aircraft and pilots. I believe we thought the USAF flew the sleek tapered wing as F-104's, while we identified the the delta wing aircraft as USN bombers. In either case, both were welcomed!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, i really enjoyed reading it 👍 Cheers 🍻

[@maumor2]

65 years ago? Vietnam? No F-104s at that time (almost no americans actually)

[@kchof8817]

No F104 flew in Vietnam. USAF flew F100 Super Saber and F4s in the south. VNAF flew F5s, A1Es, and A37s in the south. Many different USAF fighter bombers flew in the north. F4s, F105s,A1Es (Sandies- rescue missions) I flew U10B (Special Air Warfare) in the south May 1969 thru December 1969.

[@maumor2]

@@kchof8817 wrong. 104s were there for a couple years. The 479th TFW provided CAP with a decent success rate

[@kchof8817]

You are right, looks like they were there in 1965. I was still partying in college in 1965. Thanks for the correction.

[@cel.nascimento3622]

Parabéns pelo seu incrível trabalho. Saudações do Brasil 🇧🇷

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉

[@ПавелМиронов-з8м]

Как всегда шикарная работа!)👍👍👍

[@appie57]

Heb van het filmpje genoten prachtig gedaan top😊

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much 😊

[@bolshakovivan310]

Шикарно получилось 👍☺🔥

[@culminares8448]

Прекрасная работа!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much :)

[@Sergey_Zviagin]

Наконец новый ролик! обожаю самолёты 👍👍👍

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍

[@roger5496]

wow he restored an entire F-4 Phantom II, its amazing what 6 foot tall people can do

[@airbornestuff]

As an air force enthusiast as a kid, and now an airman, I can only applause at this restoration. Great job you did here with this F-4 ! I've been following your channel for years and am even more amazed by your work at each video. I'm still curious about what happened to this poor Phantom II before restoration.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your comment - yeah one can only wonder what has happened to it :)

[@jamesbizs]

Damn. You stopped. Won’t an Air Force enthusiast when you joined the air force? Shame

[@mishaelnik6944]

Отличное видео! Давно вас не было🤗 буду ждать

[@rootsbloodroots1987]

O Talco so Mr, Bean foi hilário 🤣. Parabéns Cara , linda restauração com um toque de bom humor.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks ;-)

[@nicknolan4350]

Not only is this guy obviously very talented with his restoration skill, but also with filming techniques and video editing as well. Plus he seems like a super chill dude to hang out with and have a couple beers with right outta the Heineken cooler. Great stuff bro.

[@AwesomeRestorations]

thank you so much for your comment I appreciate it. Cheers my friend 🍻

[@arioswaldoferreira6306]

Excelente trabalho! Você é um artista.

[@kimbrey65]

That's a beautiful piece of work! You do amazing restorations! I love your channel!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍

[@GTsh44]

очень красивый самолёт ✈️

[@francisflood8921]

WOW!!! What a gift!

[@AwesomeRestorations]

Thanks :)

[@rosaliacoutinho559]

Ficou muito lindo! Parabéns...... 👏🇧🇷

[@AwesomeRestorations]

muito obrigado