How to repair rusty trunk floors in 60s GM cars

The 60s had many body styles of gm cars. not all were the same and many today you can not find replacement panels for. Going to show you how to approach a very common repair on the trunks section behind the wheel well on a 1965 Buick.

[@IR-nq4qv]

"Anyone can do a half-ass patch job, but making a patch look like it grew there, then make it go invisible without the use of bondo and seam sealer...., well that's a whole different level of expertise right there. The tips are always great Fitzee, you don't need to ask. I follow other hot rod / custom channels and have heard your named dropped several times, you are well respected among other builders /fabricators for the work that you do. Give yourself a well deserved pat on the back.

[@peterpowell4821]

Wish I could give you more than one "thumbs up" - great job Fittzie 👍👍👍😁

[@rustyjeep9783]

I dropped his name a lot because Fitzee deserves more subs . Ive learned so much from this channel My quality is not close to his so give us new guys a break on fiberglass and seam sealer comments lol...

[@rossilake218]

This guy is a master craftsman.

[@jcdahippie]

I used to watch a tv show called This Old House. Watching your videos makes me feel like I'm watching This Old Car.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Love that show.

[@chriskappes9170]

Nice I like how he only does what is necessary not big panels that are not needed just fix what's necessary great job again

[@BrucePierson]

... and working around difficult sections that are still good in order to do the least amount of work possible for the best result.

[@carlosmontoya8658]

'Back at it, again', is an understatement of metallurgic prowess with none to compare. Kudos, sir.

[@willyg6545]

Thanks Tony, always enjoy your videos. You have made this metal work so much more fun where it once wasn't. This is the best metal working U-tube channel out there.

[@tomrose6292]

Agreed friend

[@ophirb25]

I like it that he uses mostly tools that anyone can have, nothing fancy nothing expensive and specialized. Makes me wanna go down to the workshop and start hammering stuff to shape.

[@randytravis3998]

@@ophirb25 I play around with my own stuff over the years self teaching ,,I been to Harbor Fright got a lot of there tools still learning found this channel a year ago ,, could have saved me lots of money in tools .. I still use them but what he does in 3 or 4 hunks of metal I was trying in one ,, now I know better ,, but have fun with my tools english wheel turned a old license plate into a fender also used my shrinker stretcher to pull the sides in better ,,I don't need all the $$$ dollar tools but there fun to play on ,, love Fitzee's videos better then any school that you pay to go too I think .

[@pickleball_tomorrow]

Hands Down the best page on KZbin. @motortrend

[@michaelvandenhoy1021]

I really enjoy how simple Fitzee makes this using simply tools and his know how, he is a great teacher.

[@nv1493]

Thanks to Fitzee mentoring and simple tools I completely repaired the trunk edges on my 57 Chevy. Huge thank you.

[@joepacheco4038]

Dam waited weeks for this video and now its over. Get my fix watching you make it look so easy. Have to say I've used some of your tips Tony and they have worked out,( wouldn't post them on any video) but a lot better than my previous repairs. Oh well waiting for next video

[@4speed3pedals]

Thanks again Fitzee. Great video. Excellent repair. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@rexthewarhorse7110]

It's fun watching people work that know what they are doing. Looks great

[@rodmacleod2994]

1st class job, fun to watch such skill. Makes an ugly job look fun. That is another repair to be proud of.

[@raymondstewart9263]

Watching you and also Carl from Make It Kustom is definitely helping me with my work on my 47 year old 304 Cabriolet. Thanks.

[@peterkarakoulakis5031]

Hi Fitzty I would like to thankyou for all the videos you have demonstrated on your channel which have helped me get my classic car from a rusty neglected vehicle to what it is today.

[@SeaTravelr123]

I love watching you work. You’re a great teacher with all the little suggestions. I feel much more confident after watching your videos. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@campionoverbagh561]

Always great. Appreciate your repeating things. It helps. Also "takes your time" is my new mantra. 😃

[@MrAgRiv]

You are a sage, Sir. Your explanations on 'why' you make certain decisions is very helpful. Keep the great content and knowledge flowing Fitzee!

[@richardstein3133]

Ive learned more from you in these videos than from anywhere else. Terrific work!

[@donniedingler2463]

Thanks for so much insight on how these repairs are done. I learn soooo much to apply to my own cars. You are a great teacher. Keep it up!!!!

[@gshort4707]

Making the impossible look easy. The tips are very very good 👍

[@littlepaddy7444]

Thanks Fitzee, genius level fabrication.

[@craigschnell1070]

Thanks Fitzee. I have a 60 Pontiac convertible with that problem. I like your comment. “ It’s not a race” . Every time I feel rushed I am dissatisfied with the outcome. Love your work. You have inspired me to take on more. Craigger

[@dennispaulson8734]

Great video Fitzee your explanation and how to do it is something not many people can get across to beginner's !!!

[@nathancamplin2735]

Thanks heaps Fitzee , your channel is helping me get things done at home on my project that I never thought I could … The tips are great

[@orange72mc71]

I'm replacing the trunk floor in a 66 Skylark. I was able to get the floor sections and the braces underneath. Having said that I still picked up a bunch of tips from Fitzee. Thank you so much for posting these videos. Very much appreciated.

[@garymccord4277]

Great job,, The one to one talk to us about not being in a race to finish a job but to do it correctly and enjoy your work. Take pride in your job .A++++ pep talk

[@danthompson4879]

Brother Tony, Great Movie!! I learn something new every time you produce a video. Thanks!

[@merykjenkins3274]

Never a truer word said there at the end of the video. It's not a race and the majority of us watching aren't professionals. I know it's going to take me a damn sight longer to do my repairs than you, but it's the techniques I'm learning, not how to do a quick and dirty overlap, rivet and fill job. I want my classic car to last another 53 years, and I don't care how long it takes me! Thanks again Fitzee!!

[@andyjohnson6548]

Another awesome video 👍👍

[@cncworld9475]

Fitzee's comment in this video, and others, about how you shouldn't get in a hurry or worry too much about the time it's taking to make a repair is spot on. I have been guilty of this myself on numerous projects and taken small shortcuts here and there and always regret it in the end. Getting anxious about time and schedules will almost always end in disappointment and failure. However perfectionism is also a deterrent to good quality work and enjoyment in the creativity involved in the process. There has to be a middle ground which is where satisfaction and happiness is the result of the effort. Fitzee is a wizard in this regard.

[@ronwyatt8635]

Thank you. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

[@mjm7187]

Anytime I feel reluctant to continue on a project in my polebarn I watch one of your videos and its just the motivation I need. I'm really grateful for your sharing your craft and passion with us. Follow you on FB as well. Off to my barn now- Mackeral

[@mtngoat58]

thanks for showing how to do it with simple tools and straight forward narrative

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

Picking up a '65 Rambler American this weekend and I hope I won't need these videos, but glad they're here👍👍 Much respect Fitzee🍺🍺

[@XXX-qk2cq]

Fitzee only knows one way, the right way!!! Another great job, he killed it! Over killed it!!!!

[@joebourque4860]

Thank you for showing the process. You do amazing work

[@brettwoodard167]

Thank you for your hard work and knawledge to make me smarter than I was before whatching yer video!

[@robertbiggs4934]

Love watching your videos! Your techniques employ simple basic tools...most of the time tools you made for a specific purpose for a project. Enjoyable to watch. I've learned SOOO much about fabrication from watching your channel. Thanks!

[@Mr39pdog]

Nice work, you a good teacher. Like the way you work without a lot of high tech tools

[@IronHorseGarage]

Very nice work sir!! You are a true craftsman!!!!

[@robertremalia4669]

I have a 66 tempest I’m turning into a goat love your videos teaching me exactly what I need to learn

[@tomoshea732]

Really useful information explained well, presented at a nice quickly effective pace by skipping over the things we really dont need to see: grinding and such! THANKS

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Nice work, patience and determination required to do a job as well as this. The people who gave a thumbs down would use window screen and bondo to fix that rust.

[@franstolsma554]

Hi Tony, your teaching becomes on the highest level it can become. Great example of restoration. Thanks again for showing.

[@SM-xm7dt]

Just made a lower front fender piece on the MGB I am restoring, curved with three bends at the base. Thanks to you Fitzgerald it came out good.

[@wolfparty4234]

Hello Mr. Fitz! I just wanted to tell you that I just went out and bought me a 1974 Datsun 260z that’s not in all of stellar condition. There is a dozen areas of rusty spots and bc I’ve been paying attention to a lot of your videos made me and gave me the confidence to take on the project so it will turn out as stellar as expected!! So I want to thank you for your inspiration and confidence to do this build!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼👍🏻

[@fitzeesfabrications]

You have fun. Keep me posted on your build. Cool to hear

[@ronhonig]

Awesome job. I always pick up new tips when watching your videos.

[@dh2360]

Learning a lot from this channel, thanks Fitzee!

[@Demastrify]

The tips were great. I really enjoy how you do this with out using those highly expensive tools like you see on those tv shows.

[@rogerdavis4574]

Great work. Your videos make me feel way more comfortable when I make my repairs.

[@selimgutierrez5298]

Fitzee thank you for teaching us metal fabrication ,I'm your new subscriber,I can't go to school to learn metal fabrication at the moment so I find your channel to be very informative,thank you again for the content you upload sir! Now I have a direction on how to go by to fix my own classic gm cars for I have two very rusty cars a 69 Impala coupe and 75 Buick LeSabre convertible,thanks again Fitzee!

[@kevintaylor113]

“I’ll just Cut & Butt it in there” Luv it ❤️🤙🏼. Totally makes sense how that the 45 deg cut leads itself to the perfect fit-up! Even the Shop Aids are pretty innovative! Who would see a Dolly being made from some simple scrap bar stock. Brilliant!!

[@shaunellis6776]

Great job been watching you for quite a bit now great tips I am in to a Austin mini for around 1500 hours now it's not about time it's about doing it right

[@fredschmidt1195]

Once again, Great video, Fitzee! Always look forward to your new videos.

[@daviddanielson2561]

I like how you explain in detail how each step is done. I’ve learned a lot from watching you.

[@garyjohnson801]

Another well done job .loved it. But I knew it would be awesome fitzzy. Can't wait for the next one

[@bryanhenderson665]

Dang man I learn something everyone I watch your stuff Sir … Thank You !

[@anthony4257]

Thank you. I learn so much watching your technique. As I disassemble my very rusty Alfa I think about how you would approach the dozens of panel and structural pieces I’ll be massaging in.

[@Topper-gf8xl]

Another great video Fitzee. You make it look simple, but I'm certain that took a long time to do. Very professional. Thanks again.

[@markg6jvy135]

Always something to learn watching you work Fitzee 👍👏👏

[@alanlabuda6773]

Fitzee your an artist plain and simple

[@maddpeanut6313]

Brilliant. Excellent work. Thanks for the lesson.

[@TgWags69]

Another masterful job. I have to tell you that you gave me the insight to try a bit of this myself on three projects now. The first was the front of a dryer where the drum wore through the front panel, the second was the trunk on my daughter's Rav4, and the third was a stainless rotis-a-grate on a Ducane gas grill. I'd like to think you'd be proud of them....But I can tell you that you sir that make it look easy lol. Getting the welder set up to make those perfect little spot welds is half the battle!

[@dirkg7062]

DAMMMM FITZEE!!!! YOU'VE GOTZ SOME MAD SKILLS!!! AWESOME JOB!!!

[@MrRandyvan]

Love Fitzee's tutorials. He's a consummate professional, a master of his craft, and quite a unique personality. Thank you.

[@jerrywinters1558]

I really enjoy your videos

[@DIYWHEELGUY1970]

Once again, you made it look like the rust never happened!

[@kellyjones334]

Very nice work. I have a little air grinder with 120 degree shaft on it and use 3 inch discs that work great for getting in them real tight spots. But like you I used what I had until I got one. I hope you had a great vacation.

[@juandelosangeles1070]

I watch your video everyday. Love your work “ work smart not hard “ 😊😊😊

[@juandelosangeles1070]

Where did you get sheet metal ?

[@andrewkoenig5104]

You’re a legend…so much information to take onboard 🤔

[@willemgoudsmits5805]

One of these days I will start on a fender of a 70 Kadett. With the help of Fitzees films it has to come to a good end. The best tip is to do one piece after another.

[@2tana22]

Always helpful Fitzee, thanks for a great job filming and explaining

[@westonward735]

The way you do panels makes so much sense.

[@Jim_M_75]

Thanks for the content and tips as always Tony, great viewing.

[@rodparker4514]

Love your work Fitze , more please .

[@paulrevereshorsebucky2476]

I have sure learned a lot from you Tony, thank you for all those videos.

[@AMLagonda]

Cant wait for the next one, I have been putting your inspirational videos to use and starting to rust repair a 1970s Holden Panel Van starting with the upper tail gate, its not easy but I just got to take my time like you say and do one section at a time :)

[@BrucePierson]

I'm also getting all the tips here and one day I hope to start work restoring my 1964 EH Holden ute. All the best for your restoration from Queensland Australia.

[@endeavour2127]

What a great video!!👌 I get very excited when I see the word "rust" in the video titles!! I've learnt so much from you Fitzee and I'm improving with every video, thank you so much!!👍👍👍

[@monadking2761]

love your videos and tips. You do things right!

[@just4guitar558]

Truly an Artisan of sheet metal! Always amazed at your dedication

[@peterimmington549]

Another fine job Tony. Have i ever said you've got the best channel on youtube, i have now. Nothing fancy but just great.

[@thistlelee]

I did my '68 Chevelle, both sides including the floor drop off sections And yes, I did it the ameteur way, like you said you saw dozens of times. Still holding on, but not pretty like your work, Tony. Great vid !

[@brianmaynard7320]

Another great repair, Fitzee!! Damn you make it look so easy!!

[@brdnsky6417]

Thanks for the show Fitzee. As usual I have learned a lot from your process. Like you said it don't matter how long it takes as long as we are satisfied with our work. That is what it is all about. Ronnie.

[@awalk5177]

I have looked at other channels doing bodywork and there is nothing compared to your finish and detail. The finishing of the welds so they are invisible and techniques for shaping the panels is inspiring to achieve great repairs. So many make a rough weld, don't grind it right down or knock down and use filler, but these videos show how it should be done with mostly no filler needed. The detail you show (clearly) is so valuable and I think it advances body repair techniques to the Fitzee method. It's almost worth buying an old car just to try and come close to the skills you are showing us here. Thanks for another great video.

[@JeffDriskill]

So great! All of these techniques really help me envision how I'm going to make the repairs to my truck. Thank you!

[@joeswartz1238]

Thank you again, Tony, for amazingly valuable information!!! Ironically, I am currently replacing my trunk floors in my 66GTO right now, and will be incorporating your lessons! Much appreciated. Great job.

[@joachimtruemper5967]

Every Time new and insane Tipps.👍 I'am from Germany.

[@redvictor]

Rebuilding the trunk floor right now on a 1967 Buick Wildcat, but it is much worse than that example. The whole body mount crossmember across the back of the car (and the both forward facing crossmembers that are the tank strap supports)at the rear is gone, along with the floor to where the square press sections start. Your video has helped me figure out where the pressings are on the floor piece that is missing. Obviously the floor sections you are dealing with in the video are gone also... Some really good tips in your videos, even for guys like me who have been doing it for quite a while. Keep up the good work!

[@mickholgate3347]

Fantastic job as always Tony! Well done mate.

[@lemontier]

Nice job and a great work ethic. Thank you.

[@MegaCountach]

Awesome work Fitzee! Cheers, Doug

[@007380]

I just bought a 1948 Dodge coupe and I think I have learned enough from you to do most of the repairs. Around the top back window I'm not so sure of. I know you have a video on that fix but its still challenging. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I wouldn't even attempt to do a restore without your video's. Have a great week!

[@ericmooth3744]

Thanks for the opportunity to learn from you and the comment about not worrying about time! Was getting my butt kicked fitting a Camaro tail panel your comments got me back on the job and it’s looking pretty good. Ready for the trunk.

[@gbackman1]

You are so inspiring. True Master Craftsman. thanks.

[@geoffreymills9932]

Another beautiful patch done the right way, great job

[@gman2974]

Excellent content and narration. Thanks!

[@eddiedrabek2919]

Great job! I appreciate you taking the time to explain the process.

[@buannajim8091]

Never disappointed with your vids, Tony and the tips are always good!

[@nealnaz]

The best fabricator. Great work. I would have also enjoyed seeing the underneath bracket piece also reinstalled. I was waiting to see it.

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Next video on this car! I need to rebuild the mount. Well make a new one. So I figure I do one on making the mount and installing it

[@BrucePierson]

@@fitzeesfabrications I was hoping you'd do that. It looks like it's going to be pretty tricky.

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

Excellent as always!!! The skills n tips/tricks you pass on are priceless!! Only thing that could be better is if you were a Dodge guy so I could have specific examples to follow...!!!🤣