How to Cut-N-Butt Sheetmetal

[@andrewreece3861]

Why is it that I find it hard to spend and hour and a half watching the latest Hollywood block buster garbage, but have absolutely no problem watching 75 minute Fitzee videos week after week? Always captivating…and the tips were good!

[@nobodyspecial6436]

Because this is interesting and real, not some made up bs … I wouldn’t care if Tony was reading the phonebook every now and again I’d still watch…First class entertainment from a first class fabricator. Well done as usual Sir..👏👏👏👏👌

[@lawncuttingplusdelta]

Cause Tony tells us to “ stick around “ !!! 👍🏻

[@byrdsdoityourselfgarage7330]

Excellent work as usual Tony!

[@nobiazcustomsinc5030]

because we've been told to stick around

[@ST-cy6we]

Yeah I had this one while cooking and having a quiet dinner. I had to keep rewinding because I would miss parts when I was in the kitchen. Best show on KZbin

[@stephanusjohanneshough2646]

Once again fantastic Tony. Learn from a master who knows what he is doing. Greatings from South Africa and stay safe.❤❤

[@number1trucker]

It's great that a Canadian is doing good on KZbin. Love your vids Tony. I never get tired of listening to you. I've never done any body work but I bought my first welder at 60yrs old. You given me confidence to go for it.

[@alibro7512]

Have you ever watched AVE? He's Canadian too.

[@Sam_FukN_Peckinpah]

Canadian? I thought he was from Ireland.

[@David_Walker16-3-51]

Most of my favourite You Tube channels are Canadian, but I’m from the UK. Don’t know what I’d do without them.

[@bartsarton2212]

@@Sam_FukN_Peckinpah He's from Newfoundland. Very unique accent. I'm from B.C., but I love the Newfie accent.

[@lawncuttingplusdelta]

@@bartsarton2212 delta bc in the house 🏡 too 😎

[@davidroberts3489]

I had to comment again. Back in the late 70s when I first started working at car dealers, new cars from the factory had more wrinkles than yours do before filling. You and Brent with halfass customs are my favorite channels.

[@davidroberts3489]

@C _NWAi poor manufacturing processes, cheap steel, poor workmanship. US, UK, about all the major players back then were involved.

[@boblister665]

I have been doing body work for 48 years but have learned more from You Tube in the last 10 years than all the others. Thanks for posting your methods, At 70 I am still welding and hammering away.

[@YootubeUK]

KZbin content like this is a blessing! A shame it wasn't in existence for me 35 years ago. Books on the subject weren't nearly as helpful. Thanks Fitzee!

[@srodgie]

Tony, absolutely incredible work here! Like many other subscribers have posted...... it is an absolute pleasure to watch your videos! I am learning such a lot! Thank you!. Best wishes. Steve 👌👍🙏🍺

[@WoodenSteel-J6artisan]

You Canadians are superb technicians…, patient and resourceful…. Thank you for making a carpenter into a welder…. My ‘35 Chevy Master suicide sedan thanks you.

[@richardoky]

I wish I had a fraction of the patience Fitzee has.

[@herbertsaylor8912]

This video has everything I like about your videos. 1. This is my favorite car in your shop! 2. You show your mistakes and what you do to correct them. The best thing about your videos is, you take something that looks impossible, break it down, and make it possible for us at home. I have become more adventurous in the garage because of your videos. Thanks Tony!

[@michaelvandenhoy1021]

Another great video watching you make this panel. I also have an english wheel so it was great watching you stretch the metal by moving it in the wheel in the middle section to get the crown. One can watch all the videos you want about using the english wheel, but until you actually do it like you said you won't get the feel for it. You did alot of explaining on how you actually made this panel and all the adjustments you made to it . A great video indeed. Thank you for sharing this with us. You are a fantastic teacher.

[@briansutton7764]

It's hard to fathom how Chevrolet could go from a body style like this Fleetline to a Square Body. Talk about going off the beaten path. Great job as usual Tony.

[@stuartmarkman769]

Your method of metal work should be taught too all beginning body persons. Not every body shop has all the fancy machines and you teach an older and more hands on than letting a machine do all the work. It may take longer but it sure looks great. I am learning a lot from your videos. Thank You Sir.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

Fitzee, I know you are Canadian but as an American I declare that you are a national treasure of both nations. You are an absolute fountain of knowledge, so appreciative of your vids.

[@WoodenSteel-J6artisan]

Your flexibile sewing TAPE MEASURE is the best idea … can’t rely on your eyes Perfect!

[@boatnut64]

The Tips are Always Good. 👍👍👍 I'm Soooo Inspired, by your videos. I am bursting at the seams, to get back to work, on my '72 Nova... Thanks Again, and Keep Up the Great Work. 💪💪💪

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Good stuff. Thanks for letting me stop by. Happy Motoring.

[@raymondcollyear4773]

Another great teaching video. My wife thought I was losing my mind because I kept laughing and she didn't know why because she couldn't hear you. Thanks to you sir I'm getting ready to start practicing my mig welding before I start putting some home made patch panels on my 61 Caddy ,i wouldn't have had the b---s to try it without your teaching. Thank you again sir.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

Practice on some sheet metal, once you figure out what wire your welder likes,burn some metal and have fun. I welded heavy structural steel for years, big stick welders running off Ford 300 straight 6 engines and when I started welding on my vehicle projects, I ruined so many panels 😂. It took me a while to get the hang of welding sheet metal but I got it. Good luck with your caddy, take your time and remember everything is fixable, and most importantly, have fun building it. Have a great day.

[@adamfreeman5609]

I just happened to come across your channel and I learnt something that I needed to know for something that I will be doing in the short term future. Priceless knowledge to be sure to be sure

[@chuckcoleman8270]

Wow!! I agree with one of your other viewers. I could watch your videos all day over watching tv. Just mesmerizing the work you do. I was an automotive tech for 20 yrs. I used to work with the body shop and there was an old man that worked in the body shop. He was much like you. I could watch him all day. Of course. If I did. I didn't get anything done. Excellent craftsmanship

[@killboxmatchstick8035]

Always remember that anytime you’re using the wheel, you are stretching the metal. All that metal has to go somewhere, so shrinking those edges just make sense. I’ve also found that leaving straight edges on crowned panels causes problems. Keep the extra material, but cut it with a curve. It lays out slot easier. Great work!

[@521farmer]

Awesome 👌 ya got this Tony ya make it look easy ya got my vote not only that great to see Canadian body man up and showing how it's done hats off been welding with stick so long my Son is better then me so who says ya can't teach us Old guys well nice to see working on old cars with metal is cool 👍 28 Essex and my 54 corn binder need this kind of work Tony thks for sharing keep them coming glad l found ya makes this old guy happy later

[@davidhogan9749]

Another good video. I'm always amazed at the final product after so many basic simple steps. Great job showing how to do this stuff with simple tools and time.

[@dadams19111]

Tips were great Fitzee. I did a lot of 50's over the years and I still see and learn an easier way of doing things from watching your videos. Thanks Fitzee!

[@user-js4vh2lw6n]

Tony you have mentioned several times that you are no expert on the English wheel. I've got a feeling after this car is finished you will be lol! Thanks for all the tips, tricks, and wholesome entertainment.

[@jeffjames1743]

Thanks Fitzee! I am using the cut and butt to replace rusty sheet metal on my '51 Power Wagon. I am getting ready to tackle the roof panel with this method. I have to learn how to use the english wheel and make a roof panel. I am actually having fun! Thanks for the instruction.

[@sadiejustin]

Damnit Fitzee. The tips are always good! That vise grip/ flat stock/off seam hammer trick on the lower front at about 1:05 you just showed us will stay with me forever. Thanks for it! I shared that with a buddy of mine just now. We hung quarters on a '69 Mustang and struggled a bit. We damn sure could've benefited from that trick. Again, if you EVER find yourself in Kansas City, the BBQ and beverages are my treat!

[@gordonstarship]

I am really looking forward to your upcoming content. The wheel skirt video is going to be great. Very excited to see more Crusty as well.

[@chumleye1112]

You're a wizard Tony. Unbelievable skills you have. An expert metal worker and your teaching skills are magnificent. Thanks for the lesson.

[@tommytech55]

You my man are truly a craftsman. You remind me of my uncle Howard. I learned a lot from him, and you have helped me expand my knowledge. Thank you.

[@autumnhouse6227]

This week's video without a doubt what's the best. Here is why. Your explanation for each aspect was brief but concise. Cutting the lower weld enable the panel to relax and lie down correctly. The simple illustrations of cutting on a 45 and the benefits made clear what you been showing and all your.

[@robbigemon1868]

Other great video tony. Love your humor to. Your videos make my night watching them. I find myself going back just watching your videos again just to keep my mind fresh. Thanks tony

[@underdoggo9064]

I once worked with an old veteran and he had a "trick" where he would let the two pieces overlap slightly, then would fuse them together with the TIG torch using no filler rod. If I can ever get a TIG of my own I want to try it.

[@andyvitale6071]

This is the first time seeing any of your videos and I have to say man you got skills. You make something really difficult look easy. Keep on building.thanks.

[@nicksnarski5973]

Really nice work, I learn a lot from these videos. Enough that I repaired collision damage on my daily driver after hitting a deer.Thumbs up!

[@deanmarskell1518]

Hiya Tony am looking forward to watching this video it's 12:20 AM here in the UK no so I've saved it to watch later have never been this high up in the comments before you never disappoint always quality videos and workmanship I know I'm gonna enjoy it ♥️👍👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Good stuff as always Fitzee!

[@fonhollohan2908]

Just weld in a reinforcement plate on the top of that bead roller bud. And grind out that imperfection on your lower bead roller wheel. Tony, I've been watching your channel for a while it wasn't until today that I realized how much you remind me of my brother Tony you two have a lot in common. He's gone home to be with the lord now miss him greatly. btw its good that you show us your mistakes and we get to see what you did to solve them as well. That's what I like about your channel there bud. You don't just show us your successes you show us the challenges that you have to face in this business as well. thanks.

[@just4935]

Awesome video you got that fleetline looking good looking forward to the next video

[@dirkg7062]

Great job Fitzee!!! You make it look easier than it really is.

[@donstaples1102]

No matter how fast you can run, you will never see both sides at the same time lol. Thanks Tony for the vid , nice trick with the vise grips....

[@Curtis1880]

Thank you, sir, for the great lessons!

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Thank you

[@gcaprice406]

Appreciate your amazing videos. Your strategies have helped me so much in my sheetmetal work. Currently doing rust repair on a mid 60’s Cadillac, and my uncle with 40 years of auto body experience stopped by. He said my metal work was as good or better than he could do, so that was a real ego boost and I told him about your vids. Wish my old man was still alive, he loved all types of metal fab and was the best I ever knew, but was always looking for more tips and tricks. He would of loved some of your projects for sure!

[@vintage396]

You are a true artist!.. thank you for making metal work look so simple!..

[@hurricane2649]

Another great one! You do a terrific job explaining what you are doing and why. I love the way you film the corrections that you make and why. Like you said in past videos, too many channels edit the crap out of the video and show only the perfect completion. By filming the corrections it is as you had said you learn from the mistakes. I can't wait for the next one. I put my favorite shows on DVR the second you drop another video. I will watch the T.V. show later...lol

[@charlietabone6162]

It amazes me how good you done that and it come out so good That's one big quarter panel . Well done

[@Tommy_Poole]

Superb stuff. Congratulations on another job well done.

[@malone6t6]

another one in the books! Thanks Tony!

[@joaquinsablan5406]

Thank you for what you share in sheet metal work . I have learn a lot from your videos . Great Job !

[@gshort4707]

That panel fought you all the way. As always, Fitzee came out supreme 😀

[@leonardgilbreath9004]

Tony watching you cut and fit and make this panel and how you take your time doing it give us insight into doing this taking care to do it right thumbs up 👍

[@jimlebiedz5723]

Great Videos, thanks!

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Thank you

[@jimlebiedz5723]

@@fitzeesfabrications You are more than welcome!

[@rescuedandrestoredgarage]

Such an incredible job, brother. You give out a lot of information so ty from someone on the opposite side of our country.

[@bartsarton2212]

I can't wait for another Fitzee video. I am learning so much!

[@ajw6715]

Fitzee, You sure do nice work. Your a master!

[@jacquespoirier9071]

it is more artistic than technical, result is more related to feel than a precise procedure, the essential is that it fills the bill. you're a very good teacher, in fact, your 75 minutes video does not feel boring very good work

[@pwee507]

I came here for motivation today ol chap. Feeling lazy this Sunday morn

[@reggiekilgore7448]

I really leard from your show hope you were blinking welding you are a true craftsman

[@bradley-cfudge1914]

Amazing work ! Another beauty ! Glad I stuck around !

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

The tips were great and it was nice to see that sometimes you realize that you have to cut off what you just did and start over. You made a difficult job doable and the results speak for themselves. Great Job!

[@k.g.kennedy9471]

LOL Always a chore to do them wheel wells have done it myself many times . swearing at it doesn't even help lol. Tony you will get it done .

[@davidgrason161]

I hope to hell that your customer appreciates all this work and brain power that is going in to his project. BTW, I think Chip Foose could learn some things from you. LOL

[@davidmaltais3208]

I would like some long sleeve T shirts ???? Love your work and show,

[@davepeeters6518]

Thanks again for your patient, thorough video - always learn something

[@rodmacisaac5963]

Thanks Tony! It’s very simple when you break it down to steps! Great video

[@tan_ives]

Top drawer Fitzee! Good to see you "back at it again"

[@flatworm00]

Tony uou are amazing, your metal working skills are unbelievable!

[@ridgwalkerg]

Really good tips Fitz, the 45° top makes perfect sense

[@jamesdisney9150]

Well you proved to be a bad ass once again hell of a job you are the man you don’t see too many people doing sheet-metal work the way you are Nice work

[@bradpage8967]

As usual you had a bunch of good tips in this video!! That vice grip with the flat bar welded to it is simplistic genius!!

[@darico8437]

Another great video Tony. Had my popcorn ready tonight. LOL

[@johnds6621]

I have to admit I was like damn that video is long but started watching it and time flew by. thanks tony you always do good work and interesting too. Can't wait to see how you do fender skirts.

[@scotttimpany2845]

The 45 on the cut and butt is a small tip, but an extremely important detail. Thanks Fitzee

[@royestala6944]

Awesome work Tony!

[@george1gall]

Wow Fitzee, just "WOW!" This episode is a masterpiece, you really gave up a lot of great tips plus the diagrams are helpful. I feel that I owe you, in fact where is that $Thanks$ button!!! 😎👍💯

[@bryancooper2699]

Fantastic video. I am Always learning from you. Great teaching concept. The Tips are always good Thank you

[@goptools]

Hi Tony. Great tips. I know you say you're not an expert with the English wheel but you make it look easy putting a nice gentle crown on a panel. Its pretty amazing to me how you can create a panel from a flat piece of sheet metal, fit it up, weld it into place and have it look so good. I'm sure the years of experience is how that's possible. I struggle with making a replacement panel fit nicely when I bought it already formed to fit the vehicle. I'll keep practicing. Thanks for the video! -mike

[@soundslikebstome]

The 45° angle of the disc is metalworking guru stuff. Sure makes welding it a lot cleaner with less heat input. Thx for the tips.

[@ZZTOPGUY1]

My thoughts exactly. I would have never thought of the 45 cut. Next level tip indeed!

[@richardclifton4120]

Didn't see inspector Peanut today? You know without the inspector's approval the job is not done and certified. You just happen to be wearing the same pullover hoody I purchased in a different color (Blue). The quality appears to be very good and it arrived within 7 days of the order, but I don't wear it when welding. I would prefer a zip-up version, but you can't have everything and it does keep me warm on windy days. The tips are always good and I watch every episode, so keep it up.

[@bruceporter8978]

Thank you for sharing your experiences

[@littlepaddy7444]

That's a great piece of metal sculpture Fitzee. The tips are always good. Thanks.

[@harrytaylor6854]

Well sir that turned out great well done sir Tony another great video

[@royosborn7869]

Another great video Tony - the tips were GREAT!

[@geoffreymills9932]

Well another huge problem solved, nice work Tony, your tips always make me that much better at my next job, keep em coming

[@alibro7512]

Brilliant video Fitzee, thanks for sharing your troubles as well as successes, it makes the rest of us feel so much better to know you have to work at it too. And always remember - Yer better lookin at it than for it!!! 😉 Keep up the great work

[@ianfoster6907]

thanks for another entertaining video

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Thank you

[@terrencebuller7676]

Hello Fitzee, nice job on the quarter. Look forward to seeing the skirts being made. Be good and stay safe. 👍

[@jds1906]

another great video Tony, Thank you🙂

[@johnsherry8954]

Thanks for taking the time to do diagrams on the zip cut,these tips are good...

[@rpbishop3079]

You’re good. I really liked your presentation.

[@chemistry636]

Brilliant video.

[@larrybrown7216]

Thanks Fitee great video , i just had to repair an inside corner on a door sill your videos help so much can't wait for the next one

[@thomasweatherford5125]

The tips are ALWAYS good!

[@GrahamHardy]

Thanks Tony for your dedication. Great use of diagrams. The CEO executive seat debuted on this video was not utilized by kitty Patches…… sure missed her appearance on this one! 😎.

[@deanm4138]

Always great tips, another awesome video Tony thanks for sharing

[@endeavour2127]

Thoroughly enjoyable and educational as usual!!👌👌👌

[@dennisschickling2249]

Nice Work. Looks Great. I've been wanting your Channel for some time now. I'm glad that you talked about the 45° cut I never knew. Wow. #STAYSAFE #PHILLYPHILLY 🇺🇸 #FLY EAGLES FLY 🦅 #SUPER BOWL 57

[@tonymartin2116]

Love the video, I was thinking about that issue you had with the rear wheel opening. What about using the floor, the door line and a laser square to get a straight line? and lifting the car so its at the level you would assume how it will lay on the suspension? Not a hundred percent sure of this but like you said were here to learn and share ideas.That car looks like its gonna be pretty cool when its done! keep up the good work and thanks for sharing you work.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

I say there is a dozen ways to approach this issue. The outcome would be the same

[@bigalsvwratrod7346]

Awesome watching you work

[@jjamanda]

Super job thank you so much learnt so much hope I can learn to fabricate a panel like you

[@mylesnic]

ARRR YEAH TONY THE WAY YOU FINISHED THAT BIT LOOKED SO GOOD AND SIMPLIFIED. (YOUR FUNNY TOO ) HA HA! 😉