Restoring the Door Sill of my Alfa Romeo Giulia (72), Pt. 3

[@Matteo_Licata]

Watching your videos while sipping from a cup of coffee is one of those simple, yet great, pleasures of life... I'm very happy to see you tackling the Giulia once again!

[@GreasyFingers]

Glad you say that, Matteo.

[@olegregersen1024]

Patience is virtue? You must be a Saint!

[@GreasyFingers]

Not really. 🤫

[@georgeryan603]

Saturday morning coffee with G F ... It’s going to be a good day ...

[@GreasyFingers]

Funny you say that. Morning coffee is KZbin time for me too.

[@alexdua94]

Best channel ever!!!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks very much, Alejandro.

[@through_changes]

Having an Alfa getting restored by you, makes Alfisti happy. Nice one!

[@GreasyFingers]

You’re absolutely right, my friend! I have an Alfa getting restored by me and am happy!

[@larkfield2000]

Saturday afternoon just got better. Thanks for another great video.

[@GreasyFingers]

🙏🏼 Always a pleasure, James.

[@hugogreen4916]

You and Nekkid watchmaker share something in common. Irony, sensitivity, and amazing skills. Clearly patch working panel repairing is so much better - assuming no previous accident damage

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Hugo. I’ve just watched one of his videos and it’s flattering to be compared with NEKKID. I wonder whether my channel will ever be a tenth as successful as his, but we shall see.

[@jeffhammond8969]

I never cease to be amazed at your fabrication skills. Watching your videos makes my day. If I could have your tools and knowledge, I could start restoring my 944. Mechanical parts I’m ok with, body skills is a whole other dimension😁

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks very much, Jeff. I‘m totally honest with you: if you master mechanical projects, I guarantee that after two afternoons practicing with some sample panels, you’ll be able to do panel work too. Its difficulty is much overestimated.

[@thetumanshow]

These step by step videos are going to be my guide when I get started in 2022 on my rockers

[@GreasyFingers]

Get them out, Simon! Looking forward to watch on your Instagram.

[@hannulahti8605]

Nice to see such detail work waiting your new Porsche project

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah! Sahara Diamond and cork interior.

[@ABROOKSH]

You have inspired me to take a more active role in maintaining my own Alfa. Thanks for that motivation

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, mate. That in fact is the best feedback of them all.

[@RleogPhotog]

Thanks for meticulously demonstrating how to replace these rotted panel sections. Headaches can be avoided by using your techniques. And at the end of the video we learn that you have acquired a ‘76 911. Can’t wait to see that classic, a younger sibling for your Carrera.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Bob. I got some pictures of the new 911, drop me a mail and I can invite you to the album. My mail address can be found in the “about” section of the channel.

[@natjes6017]

Man, you do such excellent work! Thanx for sharing your fabulous attention to detail, and your hilarious commenting 😁

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, mate. Glad you’re enjoying it. 😆

[@natjes6017]

​@@GreasyFingers I really do, though feeling a bit intimidated... Frohes weinnachten aus Schweden!

[@angusmackay7281]

I love your channel and your sympathetic, thoughtful approach to restoration. You certainly deserve a lot more subscribers.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, Angus. If they’d only come and sign up! 😃

[@JethroBronner]

Oh I'm really excited to see this 68 GTV

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah, still negotiating, but very motivated.

[@andrewhill1492]

Always glad to see a new instalment from Greasy Fingers, excellent work as usual...thank you

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Andrew!

[@johnfreeman1189]

Enjoying the channel! Outstanding content.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks you, John.

[@SuperWestie01]

Yet another masterpiece, thank you and best wishes for a happy Christmas.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, David. Same to you!

[@sfoggyracer]

Liked the music. Who’s it? My ‘74 GTV is needing lotsa steel; was professionally done previously. Thanks, for sharing your experience and abilities. I’ll be tearing into it’s redo with your tutelage in hand. My 4th, they all rest. ‘67 rusted gone. ‘65 GTA , a little of clean up. ‘72, rough clean up built into full race car. Developed a rotisserie for that, and will use on the ‘74. Life with these little, lightweight gems is so-inclined. I’ll be watching, and will consider Patreon.

[@GreasyFingers]

Hi Stephen, thanks, loving your feedback! Wow, you got for of them?! I take the music from Google’s free library for creators. This film‘s artists are Unicorn Heads and Quincas Moreira. I’m sure you can find them on the web.

[@anthony4257]

Love the workmanship and very topical for me. Thank you!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Anthony. Are you building one yourself?

[@anthony4257]

@@GreasyFingers 1974 GTV 2000

[@GreasyFingers]

Ahhh, I see. Yes, I’m talking about Brunox. I think a second layer doesn’t make sense, one should be enough. All the best with your project, Fabio!

[@fabiocelentano627]

Thanks Johannes 😉

[@chrisgarside7974]

Really nice work and thanks for sharing the techniques you have developed - much appreciated!

[@GreasyFingers]

You’re welcome, Chris.

[@gearhead9828]

Fantastic work! Can't wait to see the two new projects.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you! 1,5 currently …

[@brianuntereiner6613]

Merry Christmas, Greasy Fingers! Sincere thanks for all of the excellent videos. They are providing me with not only great techniques, but also much needed motivation to persevere with my own project. All the best to you in the New Year.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you very much, Brian. It’s a great pleasure to read this. Same to you!

[@ActionM]

So enjoyable video.. cannot wait for the next one..!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Pantelis. And you don’t have to! Started editing part 4 today.

[@joehounsham424]

Lovely stuff Johannes, I hope the 68 GTV comes through for you!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Joe. Hope so too, but many things to be considered.

[@hilbilchillbil]

Another great episode looking forward to the new Porsche project as well 😀

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah, it’s a very cool car. Sahara Diamond exterior, cork interior.

[@davereid1417]

Beautiful videos. So chilled and loving. Well done from Australia. Best Regards, Subscriber Dave

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Dave. I hope you keep enjoying them!

[@stevewuertz3598]

I eagerly await each video; the best detail on the web on Alfa body restoration-bar none. Such a joy. Johannes-curious-do you promote your channel on the AlfaBB? I'd think the Restoration section which concerns itself with panel repair would be your biggest hit. I like your detail sander-the blue-ish plastic makes me think its a Bosch.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, Steve. The sander is Makita. It’s definitely a recommendation. Regarding AlfaBB I contacted you on LinkedIn. Well, I hope it’s you I contacted … 😃

[@davidgray5583]

Many thanks as always. Quality content at a fair price :-)

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah, almost free! 😆

[@davidgray5583]

@@GreasyFingers well of course ;-) The complexity of the number of panels that intersect for the lower sill and rear fender is mind blowing. It’s understandable why so few people do it properly.

[@raisingjunior6389]

Great video as always, the micro disc works wonders to open the gap between 2 repair sections...well done and looking forward to see the new projects

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Geoffrey!

[@markbattley8515]

Thanks, always a great watch and I learn a new useful trick every time. It's an interesting tradeoff between trying to fill holes with weld (and accept how ugly the other side will be if you can't get to it) or just chop it out and put in a small patch. Generally I spend a while messing around blowing holes and eventually fill up the hole, then wish I had just cut a section out :) The compromise where possible is to drill a large enough hole to get back to thicker steel, then make a small circular patch piece and weld that in.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Mark. Yeah, you’re certainly right about the pros and cons of filling and cutting. I have to admit that also patches don’t make me happy when it comes to the ugliness of the backsides. I guess, at the end of the day we have to just live with it.

[@markbattley8515]

@@GreasyFingers yes, and we are the only ones who will know :) At least we can console ourselves that they are better rust protected than they ever were from the factory.

[@richardmcallister4741]

Filling or patching? Lots of pros and cons for the both.

[@gintonicmunich]

In love with your welding spots...at least 😂 So a 68 GTV ? ...now I am curious 🧐

[@GreasyFingers]

Too much rust for your already troubled mind. 😌

[@martynarmstrong866]

Hi again, and more great content.I'm just beginning to put a new floor in my son's classic mini and wondered if you could give me a summary of your paint selection to keep rust at bay? The pink primer looks very interesting indeed.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Martyn. I use two-component epoxy primer and sometimes Brunox as rust converter, but be aware, it doesn’t penetrate very well. Then a base coat of acrylic two-component paint and that’s all.

[@martynarmstrong866]

@@GreasyFingers Thanks, I've looked for the pink Mipa primer on their UK site but could only see grey, I'll have to call them. Keep the videos coming I'm learning loads.

[@stefanhofstetter2895]

Dein Kanal ist wirklich super. Ich schaue deine Videos total gerne und ich kann einiges dabei lernen. Perfekt wäre wenn die Videos auf deutsch sind. Grüße aus Bayern…

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Stefan!

[@garyyasaki9226]

Love your channel and work. I am in the process of purchasing a 66 Giulia 1300 TI with 33,000 KM and little to no corrosion. It sat in an Alfa collection for years. I'd like to Fluid Film the fenders and rockers to protect it's future. Will you be doing that to this car and any chance of a video showing how to access the cavities? I thought the 911 episode was great but obviously the 105 Alfas are their own set of problems. Thanks

[@GreasyFingers]

Hi Gary. Yes, I will. Will take another couple of months though.

[@fabiocelentano627]

Hi Johannes, what kind of rust converter did you used on the inner sill before you sprayed on the Mipa primer? And how many layers? Once again, superb job 👏.

[@GreasyFingers]

Ciao Fabio, that was Brunox, I guess. Not sure … Send me a time stamp please, so I don’t have to watch the whole boring film again. Cheers, Johannes

[@fabiocelentano627]

Ciao Johannes, on minute 6 you start talking about rust converter and it looks like it's brunox but I am not sure. How many layer do give? Cordiali saluti Fabio

[@carloronteltap2603]

Man, you are not playing in the top league. You are in the upper upper top league!!!!! Greetings from the Netherlands

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, mate. 😊

[@f-natic]

As always, top notch content! Thank you very much! Just one little question..i get why you (as well as all other restorers in youtube) show the welding, it is an important part of the process..however, watching welding filmed so close can be a bit annoying to eyes..well at least my eyes. Would there be any other solution to show it? Would some filter do?

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks for the feedback, Jouko. I had no idea. Last time when I watched Foundation (Asimov on Apple TV) I noticed a warning that there may be flashy lights in the show that may create neurological harm. That was when first time I realised that there may be a problem. Let me think about what could be done …

[@alfa1469]

Hi, John. Do the cars you repair belong to the customers or do they belong to you?

[@GreasyFingers]

Hi. The cars that you can see on the channel today are either mine or they’re owned by friends. Next year I’m going to start the first projects that will be for sale.

[@GreasyFingers]

Ich bin im LK Straubing zur Schule gegangen und Teile meiner Familie leben noch dort. Du kannst mich unter der Mail-Adresse in „about“ auf dem Kanal erreichen.

[@klausschollmeier-sc9jo]

Your welding is comletly wrong!. Escuse me.please. The way to do is an another with to important Tools. 1.punch pliers and 2. Stripping tongs.And welding must be overlap.hole welding!.

[@GreasyFingers]

Damit’s gleich wieder rostet, gell? Mit Lochzange und überlappend repariert man einen 2014er Corsa, aber keinen Oldtimer.

[@remcotissink]

Still waiting till you accidentally weld a magnet to your car...

[@GreasyFingers]

And I guess you will! 😀