FINALLY DONE !! : BMW E24 FABRICATION

[@glengrimsdale4]

Such a relaxed attitude when you know exactly what you are doing, and what needs to be done. Bliss 👍🏼

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you :)

[@pauldixon3677]

Nice fabrication there Steve. Hopefully one happy customer.

[@Sankara-Setu-Mutanda-75]

Nothing better than old school Bimmer saves

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

It is a fantastic car :)

[@leofabbro456]

Hi Steve. When i weld parts like that, i use standing electric fan. Very efficient to keep the parts cool and also the worker, especially here in Philippines.

[@bensclassicbodywork]

Doesn't that blow away the welding gas?

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Hi Leo that would only work with flux core not gas as the fan would blow the shielding gas away and make a very messy weld :) I was welding near the roller door Monday and had to move the car as the breeze was making it difficult :) 👍

[@leofabbro456]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration yes, i forgot that i don't use gas.. 🥵

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

@@leofabbro456 :) 👍

[@JohnnieBravo1]

You guys always make this look so deceptively easy

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you :)

[@pierrelataillade7564]

Needless to say..... you didn't get to fabricating parts and assembly over night. I'm glad that I stop here to see you. At this point I wont ask the price for this job, you put on a great show..... con grats... USA watching....

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Brilliant channel and awesome craftsmanship.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you :)

[@timsmith8687]

Amazing work, I'm going to miss that car, at least we still have Matt's BM to be worked on.😃

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

It will look awesome when done! :)

[@philtucker1224]

Wow! Watching that level of skill materialise into such superb shape and form is very satisfying. Such beautiful subject matter too! Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@philtucker1224]

Blimey! (my first visit) even just the intro is breathtakingly brilliant! 👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you Phil :) we really do appreciate the encouraging words

[@jamesward5721]

"Tip" I wouldn't bother sharing on any other channel as you'd just get branded a "troll" or get derided by the utter lemon that hosts it is when you have to finish out a rust repair ready for paint, and have to use fillers for the final touches over your welded steel, is bang on the filler (fiberglass or smooth - works for both) then dip a paintbrush in thinners, brush out the filler smooth - be fussy, brush it real nice and even, so it is just doing the "final mile" stuff - aim for as little as possible left on the panel and everything lovely & smooth. That brush out with thinners leaves sanding an absolute total doddle - the brush did 80% of the work so the sandpaper doesn't have to. The last 20% is your job - which beats doing 100%... I see only one guy on YT use that technique - I use it all day every day - it eliminates 80% of the pita of sanding filler/getting filler smooth. The brush does the hard graft in seconds. All you have left to do is sand out the brush marks (which are microns deep) - Bang - filler just got easy... Just my random thoughts/2c contribution Steve - sure what would I know? Good work as always - watching you is like being filmed at work. We do very similar stuff.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Your comments are always welcome here James, the tips always help others :) 👍

[@jamesward5721]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration Plastering & applying filler are pretty much identical skills. Every plasterer on earth uses a brush dipped in water to work their plaster - it's fundamental for getting a good finish.. But bodywork guys skip that step for no reason I can work out - thinners is "water" when it comes to filler. There's no difference to what both are trying to achieve - a smooth finish - but bodywork guys skip that "water-brush" step & instead spend hours sanding lumpy filler... Plasterers would think they had lost the plot if their Pal didn't brush out the plaster flat first...but bodywork guys don't.. I taught myself how to plaster walls as good as a professional plasterer - just "because" - family are plasterers and I wasn't... so I learnt - the skills are transferable & the techniques are exactly the same - but for some reason, EVERY bodyworker skips the essential "Brush it out" step to applying filler. Ok, you have to use thinners, not water - but it is exactly the same technical principle - you use a brush to flow the filler smooth, before final finish sanding.

[@jamesward5721]

Once you try it once, it makes such total sense that you will never, not ever, apply filler without brushing it out with thinners again - you wouldn't even dream of skipping that step that NOBODY does. It saves so many hours farting about with sandpaper that you'd look at anyone who doesn;t do it like they needed their head examined. The first benefit is there's no more low-spots or pock marks - the second benefit is you can sand even the soddiest of sod door-jams smooth using 240 grit followed by 320 grit in minutes, not hours - because the brush did 80% of the work for you. It changes the game. Try it. . Instead of sanding endless filler, you now just have to sand out the bristle marks, which is - trust me - a doddle.

[@GT380man]

⁠@@jamesward5721James, that’s such a smart observation you made, using a solvent soaked brush to smooth out the “filled” surfaces. With plastering, a water wetted brush. With car body filler, a paint solvent based liquid, also brushed. That’s a cool idea. Only yesterday I was using a two part wood filler on part of the bottom step of my grand Victorian staircase. Our carpet layer recommended I make a feature of the extended lower step, which has a semicircular extension around the base of the stunning newel post. He’d said provided I can resurface the parts to be painted & properly profile the semicircular piece and the undergirding wood, painting it white gloss to echo the skirting boards and door frames, it’ll be a really attractive feature. He’d also pointed out that it’s very difficult to achieve as nice a finish to carpet, while trying to get it to conform to the multiple curvatures involved. I was a bit skeptical, but seeing it this morning, I think he’s absolutely right. I mentioned it because I not only needed to install some pieces of wood (gaps having previously been hidden by the old carpet) but also to use quite a lot of filler to match profiles all around. The worst part was the sanding back & the dust generated, much of which was, to your point, to accomplish a smooth finish. I’d simply never considered smoothing t out before it goes off. It’s very rapid in this summer warmth. I’ll have to look into what solvent I need. Oh, and many of us do the same type of surface treatment when we grout between ceramic tiles. A wetted sponge as it cures can make all the difference to the final finish! Because we cannot remediate badly applied grout by sanding, we are prompted to wet smooth it. It also fills the gap properly so that water doesn’t wick between tile edge and the grout itself. Sorry to rabbit on 😊

[@GT380man]

Steve, your one-handed precision and adeptness with an angle grinder is remarkable. I’m not a car guy, but where I use an angle grinder, I must use two hands to control the cut / grind & occasion “kicks” threaten to drive me off course. I think it’s smooth confidence, born of long experience, coupled with decent strength.

[@justinsimpson7934]

Love the fabrication that goes into that front floor section Steve 👏🏼👏🏼

[@robsijben5707]

I'm doing some rust repair to my E12, which is a very similar platform, your channel motivates me a lot. About the transport brackets you renewed on this E24, i did not replace the rotten transport brackets on my E12 and only repaired the floor above it. These transport brackets all rot away because they often are used as jacking points which they aren't and by using them as jacking point they deform and start rusting. This E24 has the same typical rust damage as my E12 like the rear wheel arches, taillight corners, front floors, but overall in a good condition. Like your channel a lot, watch every episode. Keep continuing the good work.

[@richardmitchell2274]

Good job there Steve ,one satisfied customer coming up 👍💯💯

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Yer he is happy :)

[@richardmitchell2274]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration I would be to ,grate craftsmanship on these vehicles 👍💯

[@ukexbreakdownman]

superb workmanship pleasure to watch

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you Arthur :)

[@Braveheart7914-idfl]

Fantastic job Steve solid and done to perfection 👍🏻😉👏👏👏

[@drumtochtyglen]

Great as always!

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you for the support :) 👍

[@cattflap1447]

Could watch this all day, fantastic work 😁

[@pjones2303]

We’ll done Steve, good job jobbed 👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you :)

[@atrixblue]

Some of these cars have so much filler in them from a previous “rotisserie” restoration that the time it took to fill, smooth, fill, shape, fill pin holes, smooth, fill high and lows, smooth they could have spent the time money and effort in actually metal working it so it only has a light coat on it and saved time and energy actually making it right. Half the time it’s the filler that’s trapped the moisture that makes it worse. You and your boy deserve the medals for showing the process and honesty in your work out on KZbin for the world to judge, it’s not easy to be transparent it can make or kill a business hats off to you!

[@paulbateman3001]

Well done again Steve good to see all the rusty metal removed and replaced you are so good at it a great craftsman

[@stevemorris289]

You guys do a fantastic job fabricating various parts for the car. I have done it myself making complicated body parts from various old bits of sheet steel from boiler casings.

[@gabrielcharles1178]

A comment that has nothing to do with the excellency of your work : Love these front. Tires the Michelin Pilot SX-GT ! They must be old, as they are not produced anymore!

[@Ozmercyful]

Again … wow … an amazing job of craftsmanship 😊

[@dirkbosse1786]

Really nice. Beautiful car.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

It's is and thank you :)

[@lesforets]

Well done 👏👏👏👍🌹👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you :)

[@karenmurray3098]

bloody amazing steve !!

[@peterstortenbeker644]

Have a great Xmas enjoy your break. Another great catch up and enjoying them.

[@paulmackay6376]

Great job, you have a remarkable skill.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you Paul :)

[@davidmckinney6577]

Excellent job 👏 👍 👌 Steve Making the jacking point for the BMW it looks better than factory new 👍 I bet it is stronger too..I sure love this channel its out of this world 🌎 or galaxy good 👍. Can't wait for the Matt Armstrong BMW tomorrow.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Yes deffo stronger as we usually add a strengthening section to the side :)

[@johnbergen9663]

Terrific job guys! Keep up the great work!

[@GT380man]

Steve, your customer is one lucky hombre having had you fettle his much loved and oxidised vehicle. Few can do what you accomplished!

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you mate we really do appreciate the kind words :)

[@mohabatkhanmalak1161]

Good job, enjoyed watching this bodywork. Cheers!🚦

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

No problem at all. Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@tjolle62]

Supernice work ! looking forward to next video 👌👍👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

We may see a new car soon :)

[@tjolle62]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration great ! i working on a - 82 Mercedes 300 TDT myself and i really need some inspiration.

[@mikeypickett1981]

Love the fab work BUT I am laughing at the layer of bog you had to grind through to repair the metal in the quarter panel! Awesome work team!

[@peterunderdown4374]

Yahoo a success.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you Peter :)

[@angelodagnolo984]

Truly stunning job! ❤

[@19Neil67]

You guys are so talented

[@Kapparie]

11:10 from a layman: Is welding metal sheet over metal sheet not prone to corrosion in between the two sheets? BTW, great to see such excellent craftsmanship in carbody work.

[@chrisbailey459]

Great tradesman quality work but mate your knees aren’t half going to give you bother later on(speaking as an ex mechanic) you might like to try sewing in pieces of a old dive suit on the inside area of your trousers,I found it worked a treat. Regards Chris

[@khyron8509]

Very nice Steve fantastic job as always.

[@JohnBrookes6128]

Do we get to see the full restoration by the customers after your hard work.? Would make a great video guy's.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Yes he will bring it back when it's completed. It's having paint engine etc :)

[@iwishcolincampbell1541]

Another great job done well done . I hope he brings it back to show how well you have done 😊

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Yes he's got some big plans for it and it will be back when done :)

[@apb3251]

Great job. Might be a stupid question but when you replaced the section of floor pan, you had a complete section and cut that to match the shape in the old pan were the rust was. Why not just replace the old floor pan with the new and follow the shape of the new pan when cutting?

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

We get asked tha question a lot. There is no reason replacing good metal with more,good metal, it just wasts time and money, most restorers will just use sections that they need not a whole panel. The panels are just that big incase your hole is that big. :) 👍

[@apb3251]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration thanks and that makes sense. I am surprised the panel as a whole repair is easier than fabrication of a part of it, but that’s on me. Great job and keep up the good work

[@rhodesm6683]

Love your channel and look forward to all of your videos! It seems a shame to waste that patch panel for such a small piece. I'm sure you could have made that yourself without all of the waste. Was it supplied with the car from the customer? Thanks for the awesome content and CHEERS from the island of Guam USA👍🏝️🇺🇲

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

It was supplied by the customer and has the correct shapes in it :) the rest won't be wasted it will be used on something else :)

[@curtraaymakers6777]

Nice job👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you very much :)

[@joaomorais6801]

Hi Steve another great job amazing to watch a great craftsman at is best 😮

[@tonychamberlain8057]

Sit having a drink watching a craftsman at with nice music while she’s watching some rubbish couldn’t be better!

[@wayne9518]

It’s like you are looking in my window😂

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Absolutely awesome job, love the work

[@keithsmith55]

Brilliant work, very much enjoy your channel! What belts do you use on your belt sander??

[@seankennedy5502]

Brilliant work !!! 👍

[@rtechweldingtv]

Great work as always guys!

[@ColinBarrett001]

Excellent job Steve. Brilliant work. You're an inspiration. 🙂

[@samperras]

Good work Mr Steve, you’ve inspired me to start my repairs

[@andrescheuer4400]

Amazing🎉

[@loseing1t]

Great work! Mesmerising!

[@constantinanton8538]

Amazing, how much would a job like this cost in UK ?

[@chrisparsons5422]

well done guys, amazing work as normal rescuing a great car from the crusher ! wonder if you guys have any contacts that may have a motorcyle for sale ? not an ev, and not a vespa /lambretta with the silly litle wheels, last bike i had in the uk was a Triumph Boneville T140 V 30+ years ago, i would consider anythig from a Honda 50 to a Yamaha Vmax must have carrier/panier , i live up a hill from my town and with temps over 30c the push bike loses its charm. Best wishes and luck to all of you. Chris

[@stevemcilroy9518]

Very nice

[@FarsansTorraOrdvitsar]

Great work!

[@simonsherwood7169]

What thickness is the disk u use for the welding space next to the panels

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

1mm cutting disks :)

[@dennisvangemst8714]

at 11:30 minutes, why no protection for the metal between layers? It seems unwise.

[@richardhartley7094]

Top draw👍

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you for the support :)

[@arfabarmcake2776]

Really professional job 👍👍

[@ratman9802]

Steve what brand and grit size do you buy for your belt sander, they seem to work and last well? Great channel I'm learning loads from your videos

[@dirtyleeds1458]

Amazing work lads

[@chrisgregory2269]

Steve is that your brother that works with you the one doing the Datsun

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Haha nope that's my son Ryan :)

[@chrisgregory2269]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration I know lol 😂

[@1967250s]

Nice job, as always. That silly design of the Jack point just seems to ask for rust though. Must have been a Friday job.

[@philtucker1224]

Fortunately it’s unlikely to be out on a rainy day ever again.

[@ronniewilson6597]

Sorry, but last time you said you where going to change the rear quarter wheel arch repair and reinstate the swage line. Otherwise you can’t fit the side trim. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Sorry but it's all finished thank you for watching. There was no need to change the rear 1/4 panel , it as just a liytle panel beating, sorry you were confused.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

btw very well spotted , your attention to detail must be top draw :)

[@Sukan_EgG]

Just wish we could see it with final paint and all trimmed out.

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

It will make an appearance when it's finished :)

[@jesscourt9068]

The whole procedure is magnetic viewing. You guys are cooler than a penguins nuts!

[@jrc2905]

Can you tell us what gauge metal you are using?

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

On the outside none structural 1mm on structural it's 1.2 to 1.6 :)

[@jrc2905]

Where I live in the U.S. the area is called the rust belt. My cars are over 23 years old, and all the jack points are gone. I do a combination of mig welding and body panel adhesives to repair them. I am doing repairs not restoration work like you. It is a pleasure to watch you work like an artist. All my metal comes from old filing cabinets, bed frames and old appliances.@@yorkshirecarrestoration

[@TK42138]

👏👏👏

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

😁👍

[@markstarling3016]

was sand blasting the car an option ?

[@loshtaylor]

Well done, love it. what's next????

[@GarageItYourself]

As Del boy would say 'lubbly jubbly!!!' 😊

[@jamestattersall4715]

Which was worst - this or Mat’s!! Good work lads….

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Definitely Mats car 😁

[@Dimitrienko_Knibv]

633CSI ? Phase 1 ?

[@themarauder6108]

Where's the background music from?

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Music is all listed in the description :) 👍

[@michaelmoesgen3674]

Echt klasse bei jeden Auto Perfektion

[@s.khardewsaw7860]

I thought it is Mat Armstrong E24

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Nope this is the red one, the other one is Mat Armstrongs.

[@s.khardewsaw7860]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration yeah I remembered,,I already go and watch again to make sure that this is not Mat E24😊😊

[@pgprice1663]

good job

[@toniarudd8947]

where do you get your body panels from i have a BMW 728 which need a lot of welding but cannot find body panels

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

I don't know they were supplied by the customer :)

[@Дмитрий-й1з6э]

Steve the Ripper finished another victim😉

[@johnwilliams-sc1vf]

My god it looks like frankensteins monster

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you haha

[@lancemillward1912]

I'm not convinced it is done

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Well it is :)

[@lancemillward1912]

@@yorkshirecarrestoration well done :)

[@dobygillis3105]

We know how busy you gentleman are in your shop. Have you gentleman ever thought of doing a metal fabricated statue. Your skills are the same as a sculptures. Like a sculpture of Big Ben. I hope I haven't said anything to offend anyone. We love watching Y.C.R. channel. I want my son to see what a proper gentleman talks like.

[@nickgreenly]

Top notch work - personally I would rather listen to the repair noise than that bloody dentist waiting room muzak though....

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Thank you but There are 3 other people working in the background grinding and cutting and swearing and the radio and when the compressor kicks in we can't even hear ourselves so it's either music or no video :)