How to repair rusty quarter panels part 1

[@sparksmach1]

Sitting in an office chair doing metal fabrication - this guy's got it figured out

[@superduty4556]

Yeah why tf do we think we have to use uncomfortable shop chairs all the time?

[@rzmod4766]

i do the same

[@theusconstitution1776]

The floor gets further away as you age!🙂

[@plumber1plumber14]

Work smarter not harder👍

[@jamescutler8055]

@@theusconstitution1776 Aint that the friggin truth, and getting up off the floor takes longer and is a lot noisier. ;)

[@SAMELATITUDEASROME]

Learning rust repair should be a required life skill for all Canadians!

[@carmo9693]

Us Americans too.

[@trickyricky12147]

Especially us Americans that live up north where the rust belt is! Down south,... none.

[@frundlemud]

You never cover any rust up, always a solid repair, a pleasure to watch.

[@alexmighty9004]

Is it better to replace a quarter panel or repair it?

[@dandent5076]

Can't say it enough, Fitzee is a BAD ASS!!!! Thanks for all the free knowledge Fitzee!! I really appreciate you!

[@mr.d9990]

Nicex work

[@rickjackson3414]

Great advice about the lower inner panel,,,,,,,,Don’t over think it ! I get hung up over thinking ! Mr Fitzzie doing another excellent repair ! I get up every morning and first thing I do is look for another video to watch…..entertaining and educational at the same time. Thank You !

[@dmike082012]

I love seeing people doing things with just the average tools and have better results than the people with the fancy stuff. That’s a skilled craftsman.

[@petediamond7263]

The reason he is this good is because he loves what he is doing. I'm just amazed watching him!

[@markblackburn8685]

I like when he says stick around I'll show you how it's done. He ain't lying. Great fabricator

[@jorge759382]

All I got to say is thank you for sharing your adquired knowledge. Most professionals won't share and the knowledge is lost forever

[@mjm7187]

Thank you for another fine tutorial Fitzee. Giving the rest of us the confidence to tackle our own cars.

[@josephercastor8026]

I just said that. This guy should get paid for his videos.

[@joelkoonce8559]

Thanks again Fitzee. You da MAN !!! You combed old school with modern. A true Craftsman.

[@russell154]

I love your advice about don’t think to far ahead, Because it can be overwhelming. Great advice, it reminds me of the saying,,,, how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. Thank you for the no nonsense approach. Love the videos. 👍🏼

[@george420]

I'm so impressed with this guy's work. Fitzee is one hell of a fantastic fabricator. I learn something new with every video. 👏

[@BigHeinen]

At 14:16 Fitzee uses his X-Ray vision to see through the panel as he marks for the beads. Absolute genius at work as always sir!

[@WilliamKirton-v8k]

Fitzee, I watch a zillion how videos, you really know your stuff, you're a frig'n master, and the class you give during all your videos are so helpful in a million ways. Awesome my friend just awesome

[@davegallucci9327]

Again , totally amazing work! You're an amazing teacher! Thank you

[@jcdahippie]

I'm glad I'm someone else uses old tools and metal scraps.

[@PurpleHelmet]

Absolute wizard, love watching you work. Made it way easier for me with your approach. No nonsense and gets the job DONE

[@Snakelegs-go8qo]

Brilliant tutorial, thank you Fitzee. A gentleman & a craftsman. A rare combination, I love that i can sit here & watch with my 11y.o. & not have to cringe at the workshop potty mouth. Thanks for that too.

[@oneslowgp]

holy fuck man you're an absolute wizard with sheet metal! just picked up a 1969 Grand Prix that i have to do bodywork on and I've learned so much from your videos! thank you

[@SLR_home62]

It's so nice to know that honesty & integrity still lives true here in Canada. Your skills are certainly something to watch, enjoy and learn from. I truly wish I found your videos before I had to make new floor pan for my wife's Toyota Corolla. It's pure joy to watch you at work. I wish we were neighbors I'd gladly work for free to learn from you. Take care & stay safe!

[@peterzinia3767]

I've got to incorporate an office chair into my repairing procedure. It's got to be more comfortable then squatting or kneeling. Never fail to learn watching your videos.

[@keithnoneya]

I really LOVE your approach to ONLY replace what's bad. To many time I see restorers replace whole quarter panels and tons of stuff just because it's easier or that's the way they've been taught. I love the approach that you try to keep as much of the original car as possible. Thanks for sharing your video. I hope it inspires others to take your approach as well. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

[@dirtyreddgray8275]

Man you are so Gangster. I learn so much old-school from you and its great keep up the great works

[@φυλακή13]

You're a true master craftsman. Watching your videos increased my confidence x 100 and I'm doing numerous rust repairs on my old jeep thanks to your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@waynebrogdon9628]

I’m wishing I was 13 and was your apprentice. I’m amazed at your knowledge

[@nobodyspecial6436]

That’s good ol’ Newfie ingenuity at its finest right there!!!! Tricks you learn over years of doing things with what tools you have available... no need for all those fancy machines... Another awesome tutorial... Well done sir!!!

[@Bigskyguy56]

Thank you for sharing your experience & knowledge with all of us. I especially enjoyed when you said, "I only replace what needs to be replaced" That is a great sentiment & I wholeheartedly believe in that kind of thinking. Thanks again. Stay Real.

[@AndysDogHouse]

Good morning. I really enjoy all of your videos. I am about to start restoring my 1954 Dodge Fargo and your videos will really help me out. The guy that owned this car was probably going crazy looking for what was rattling in the rear of the car.LOL. Thanks for sharing.

[@Billlovelace4171951]

Good to see a crafts man at wk. I learn from your videos way more than most. I have a 1970 International pickup 1300 , that I drive every day. Lots of rust to fix on the old Internationals. I made my own sheet metal brake also I have bent 48” of 16 ga. galvanized for truck gas tank. Still own the truck, 69 international aluminum step van. Keep the videos coming you are the best!!

[@michaelvandenhoy1021]

I had to watch this video a few times to really understand what you meant by cutting out only what you need to replace. I have a 1968 chevelle that I will be working on this winter, the wheeel well area is all muddded up,but the rest of the quarter panel is solid. Your videos are very helpful, you are a great teacher.

[@A65impalass]

A true master at what you do. Love the tips and tricks. After you explain break it down, it's very simple. Making the rips with the vice was genius. Keeping it simple for a guys like me who's just getting into it to understand. There is no substitute for hands on experience. You sir are a true craftsmanship. I've been watching a lot of your videos and admire your garage. What are the dimensions of your shop?

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Shop is 32x26. Thanks for kind words

[@ronaldstewart1094]

Awesome tips and tricks

[@gailtaylor1636]

Did this stuff back in the 70's at my Dad's shop. 90% of our tools were 50+ year old that he had traded for. Some we cobbled together out of our junkyard. This was back when mig's either weren't yet available or too expensive for us. We used bailing wire to acetylene weld the panels. Lots of warpage though. Dad wasn't patient enough to stitch weld. Didn't appreciate I had it made back then. I wanted new/better stuff. Now i'd give my left nut to be back there again. Except it was in WV. The stupid is thick. THAT I don't miss. Love your channel!

[@SamMancarella]

Fantastic work Fitzee. I really like how you break your work down to simple steps to create complex panels using simple tools. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and craft to us all 👌👌

[@soundslikebstome]

Impressive skills while using just basic tools. Great work.

[@thomaswhite3831]

Great work Fitz , a mountain of great advise ,and expertise .

[@SAMELATITUDEASROME]

I love all your videos, and was hooked as soon as I heard your Nova Scotia/Newfoundland accent. Thanks for sharing your talents and teaching others.

[@kevinmopar1211]

You give excellent tutorial on the step by step!

[@keithgarland3404]

a-ma-zing , i have done a fair amount of bodywork over the years, but i'm still learning new ways to do things when i watch your videos.

[@johnnorth9355]

Since watching your videos I have become a lot more confident in using my angle grinders and being less concerned with shaping and making perfect first and then fitting and more comfortable with 'fettling' as I go along. Great stuff.

[@mikebadilla6970]

Thanks for all the teaching that you do.Lots to learn.

[@kevinkeller4723]

Beautifull,I'm an old dog and can still learn new tricks,Thanks Very Nice

[@channelsixtysix066]

Your channel is a real gem, Fitzee. I would never have found it, had I not stumbled upon that Roadkill Customs site. Cheers.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Twice now I heard this. What video was it that you came across my channel? Thanks

[@channelsixtysix066]

@@fitzeesfabrications Sorry, channel066 is my other youtube channel. This is the video I watched last night, before I joined your channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJLCh5xjo91qiNU

[@trogdorian1]

Cheers Fitzee, love seeing a master give instruction.

[@kptonez]

Thanks so much, I've been binge watching your videos. Tackling a 67 MGB for a winter project.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Those things can be rusty but simple shapes and can make most of those panels with ease

[@kptonez]

@@fitzeesfabrications It's been covered and stored since about 1979, in a salt state, but looks pretty good nonetheless. I'm sure there will be areas that I didn't notice at first, that I will, and then be all.. awww.. Crap.. hahaha. Thanks again.

[@DaS-ys8us]

Following your work has a calming effect. I'm trying to follow your lead and break down my projects into small pieces so I don't get overwhelmed. I think that's what happens to most people, then we give up. Thanks.

[@suntravellers]

Amazing work! Never seen such accuracy and perfection. This workshop must have a long waiting list :)

[@steveb6103]

I could have used your videos 10 years ago when I restored a 1964 Chevy convertible. Took my time and it turned out great. But your way is a lot faster.

[@MrTremors1]

Excellent work, always keeping it simple and taking it one bit at a time. You are a great teacher, thank you!

[@mtcoffers8638]

What a pleasure it is to watch in amazement to a master of his craft making it all look so easy.

[@edanshutz8889]

Great work, learn something every time I watch.

[@thomasbunch8476]

Fabulous work from a great teacher.

[@Atari2600Rules]

I have my old girl in the garage in need of rust repairs, and your videos are a seriously good source of information and technique, from an experienced hand. Thankyou for sharing your tips and tricks mate, it makes a world of difference for the people willing to have a go. Legend!

[@johntenhave1]

Bloody hell,that was a masterclass in going from rusty wreckage to showroom in 100 crafty steps. after you cut all the rust out I was sure you had shot yourself in the foot, by losing all your references. It is like watching a magician in overalls. If I might add a small request, what you are doing is so subtle, some extra light on the area where you are working would help as we run after you trying to keep up. Thanks again for a wonderful posting.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

New camera so lighting is different. Need lights now.

[@mikegregory3293]

This channel is great, you explain everything so well that I understand why I'm doing things not just how. I feel really confident in attempting this on my car now.

[@jeffhill4251]

One fabricator that knows his business great teacher

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

Your videos are top of the line! It's amazing watching you make panels and explaining your work as you go. Using the vise jaws for spacers for the beads- super idea! Thank you over and over again!

[@jarmstrong2843]

Shhhh...artist at work!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍 Glad you are still able to crawl along floor. My old arthritic bones don’t work that way anymore. But, I certainly enjoy watching your work since it reminds me of my auto restoration days.

[@aidanaltimas2576]

Fitzee your an absolute legend 👌subscribed till you about a week now, and your all I've watched, have a wee ford van there I was going to scrap, your giving me the confidence to start plugging away at it an fix her up, your right!! Try now to over think it, all the way from Ireland 👍🇮🇪 🍀

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Get at it. Pop over to my facebook page and keep us updated on how you make out with the van.

[@jackleonard8660]

Was surfin through some u tube videos and came onto you and this 74 Nova panel repairs. I have to do the same to my 73 Nova so you know I'll be saving this and the next video showing how to make the repairs. I'll say it again, thanks for the info, the video and your expertise.

[@Strawdog]

Fixing up 1969 C10 best find ever was your You Tube channel Fitzee Thank you for your videos's

[@spaghettilocomotive]

I can't believe how many tips and tricks I'm learning from you Fitzee, keep the videos coming, I'm lapping them all up.

[@franstolsma554]

Hi Fitzee, I am a dutch viewer and have big respect for what you are up to. Great pleasure to listen to your advices and see the job well done. I only stay worried about your eyes during welding.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Thanks for caring. Been welding this way a very long time. Bad habbit. Just so you know I never look at the ark of the weld. It hid behind the tip of the gun so I don't see the flash

[@johnblackburn7673]

Excellent work Fitzee you are an inspiration. Thankyou for sharing your years of experience and know-how

[@MrDurandal25]

You are the master sir. I really enjoy your content.

[@jasonbilberry4775]

Putting that bead with a vice was great. Simple ideas. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@Cavalier_Steve]

I love the simplify tip just do bits at a time then weld it together, excellent. Thanks for the lessons. Steve.

[@LoganDidItYT]

Such a personality and true craftsman. I always look forward to your videos, Fitzee.

[@classiccarrebuilds2771]

making it so easy to make complex panel repairs, keep the videos coming fitzee.

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

Thanks for breaking it down into manageable pieces. Great work. 👍👍

[@teevarley]

Really enjoy your videos. Learning every time I watch one. Thanks 🙏🏽

[@jonathandavid3632]

Watching from Trinidad..whatever your labour cost people should pay without questions asked. The time, effort and experience you put into these jobs are truly amazing. I recently started watching your vids and there is absolutely no one that takes the time to explain the work you do. Pls do continue your teaching methods and the great work you do. By the way your 45 cuts is such a blessing. Thank u..

[@claywithers523]

"Old school", which is a disappearing art given our modern day vehicles which are not designed to last as long as the old classics, or be repaired after relatively minor collisions will distort the bodyshells, I remember these processes from my younger days in the trade, as I am still occasionally called to repair older cars with MOT failures for rust in "structural areas". Loving the office chair repairs. lol.

[@chuckeecheese162]

As always, the most comprehensive fab videos on the tube. Thanks much Fitzee

[@nv1493]

Subscribed - no huge batch of high priced equipment and beautiful skilled results. Helped me to repair 57 Chevy floorboards, trunk, and rear wheelwells. I never thought I'd say it, but the work was actually kind of fun with the tips and tricks I've seen on these vids.

[@busara45thevillain22]

Anyone else feels as if this guy can create any car from raw materials? I'm certain.

[@ToddMcF2002]

I get the impression he looks at every problem no matter how complex and just shrugs, grabs some scrap and a hammer - done

[@michaelbowen5854]

I think it bad chads father

[@fitzeesfabrications]

@@michaelbowen5854 funny you say this. Chad and I have been friends for many years. We played around with a few of his projects together.

[@colinrob6662]

It's not that hard lmao, I welded rear quarters in my first nova at 14 years old!

[@michaelstout7080]

As usual, another great video just in time for me and my project. And to think, I was just about to toss that old office chair. The coolest thing about yer videos is that you show how to do the work without specialty, aka, expensive, tools.

[@Thomzombie303]

brother.. you're a damn master of metal

[@Randidly1]

really enjoy seeing your tips and tricks , learning a lot watching your videos

[@Moparmaga-1]

Fritzee,, thanks again for a great video. Im capable of doing all of this however I was taught by guys & self taught different ways. I wish in my youth I had you as a mentor. Plus you have an awesome accent, I cant tell what it is either. Anyways thanks again

[@johnwalls4722]

You know when someone is good because they make it look easy. Great work, can't wait for the second video.

[@majormojo]

Great stuff, Fitzee! The timing couldn’t be better, I’m currently restoring a 74 vw bus, doing rust repairs. It’s my first time doing this kind of work and I’ve been unsure about how to approach those inner/outer fenders and flanges. Your simple piece at a time method really makes sense. Thanks for sharing your expertise, it’s really appreciated.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Those buses need to be cut up to do good repairs. Many time the whole front has to be removed to do the repairs properly. Thanks for kind words

[@majormojo]

Do you have an online source or retailer for those Walter discs in Canada?

[@Joe.Doucette]

@@majormojo I'll jump in here in case Fitzee is busy in the garage. I hope he doesn't mind. Check out: www.walter.com/en_CA/about-us/distributor-locator You will see the distributor locator, as it shows in the link. Just enter your town/city and the province and you should see the closest distributor. Amazon does sell them too but delivery through them seems to be hit and miss with all the sipping delays. It's hard to beat a Walter disc. I've been using them for years.

[@richardholland7070]

Love your work Fitzee. I'm using all your methods down under in Western Australia.

[@Steve.Vaught]

I always wondered how a body guy gets the panels to be the perfect size. You are amazing. Can't believe your work

[@carmo9693]

Most of the body shops don't do this They usually like to hang on a panel. spot weld a little mig later done. Fitzee is a real metal fabricator with a lot of talent and makes it look easy.

[@RickTrajan]

I'm glad to find your channel, I'm interested on learning how to weld for the purpose of car repair. I'm sure I could learn many things from you based on the 2 videos I've watched.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

I have one setting up your mig for sheetmetal. Lots of good tips on that one. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it

[@MATTYANDSMOKE]

Gr8 video. Solid information. Thanks alot lad. Great detail on how to make a complex panel. So who the hell gave This a thumbs down? WTF?

[@yvesdesrosiers2396]

Wow those tips are golden! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@bobflett6690]

You make learning quite easy - love your work and used your techniques on my f350

[@Muzzleblast-1911]

Glad I found your channel. I actually feel like I can do some body work! I have a s10 that I was going to take to someone to do some body and paint. I think I may try the bodywork myself. Thanks alot for the lessons.

[@andrewteleky265]

Once again absolutely brilliant. How you can make something with the simplest of tools and make it fi seamlessly. LEGEND👏👍👍

[@Lopez-xy6xr]

New to your channel Fitzees you do great work no B.S real Metal work thanks.keep up the good work. All the way from California,

[@robertwilliams8010]

You Sir are so talented !!!!👍👍👍

[@tfindley007]

Beautiful work! Lots of tips for me to use for my 74 Nova!

[@kevinkirk4285]

I went back and watched this a second time. My project doesn't seem quite so daunting. Sheet metal isn't one of my stronger skills but I gained some insight. Looking forward to the second part. BTW, I'll be recycling some old file cabinets for some of the sheet metal I'll need. I rescued them from my work place. They were throwing them away so they threw them my way.

[@trickyricky12147]

You are a true master at what you do. Another useful video! 👍

[@littlepaddy7444]

Nice work as usual Fitzee , thanks . Looking forward to part 2 .

[@mkgarage510]

Amazing work. I'm always over thinking it. The tips I've learned from these videos are a true gift . Thank you

[@Jack-dm8lj]

Thank you for your great insight on metal work. I have a 55 that I hope to get started on soon, Your videos are inspiring me, One thing if I could, Your lighting can be better. The glare from your shop lights and the sun makes it hard to see. In the last minute or so it was so dark that my old eyes were working hard to see. You are the most skilled metal craftsman on the web. Thank you again,

[@fitzeesfabrications]

I noticed this. I'll be picking up some lights for this. Sorry about the poor lighting. Thanks for kind words.

[@PM-lk9ph]

This is awesome. Have this same repair to do on my car in a couple of months. That vise trick is gonna save me - no fancy tools here but I do have a vice. Just awesome.

[@rsecosky]

You are truly amazing to watch,very nice work!

[@thumper4506]

about to start this on my 73 nova so was stoked to see the car you were doing this on was the same! I follow a lot of youtube body and metalfab guys and your channel and tips are the best IMO, thank you for sharing

[@Igotrice420]

Nothing replaces experience... Thank you for the video!

[@kevinkirk4285]

Good stuff! I'm about to do a couple of quarter panels myself. I need all the help I can get. Nice collection of hubcaps along the wall, BTW!