How To Ruin a Perfectly Good Truck. Chopping up a 1953 Chevy to build a Radical Custom

In this episode we are back working on the radical custom 1953 Chevy Truck. The plan is to cut the cab and doors in half, remove 3" of material from the width of the body and then weld it back together.
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[@mikewatson4967]

Your Rant on Idiocy and their reactions due to their inability to simply pay attention and process the information given in totality is spot on.

[@BudoReflex]

That door technique is magical

[@guyfuller1369]

Loved the orchestral accompaniment! This dramatic sectioning requires a portentous and heraldic background, and the Mozart was perfect. Really enjoying this build.

[@dickdaley9059]

Mozart interrupted with incessant monosyllable droning is the pinnacle of audio dyslexia. 🙉

[@guyfuller1369]

@@dickdaley9059 Auto-dyslexics of the world ni enut

[@tombob671]

You're a master Craftsman not an idiot!!

[@christianheidt5733]

Beautiful music 😀!!!

[@moparrazz3078]

Perhaps a little "Barber of Seville" would be appropriate...

[@DouglasPatac]

I am only commenting because I want to see this continue. Nice work, fun and inspiring to watch.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks! I'll keep at it for as long as I'm able to!

[@tomcoryell]

Hey Kyle, thanks for the classical music!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@nicholasbrown6481]

The lengths you'll go to for a joke....removing your laces. Excellent. Great choice of music btw

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Anything for a cheap laugh!

[@michaelcostigan9119]

I like the classical music interludes. Thank you for sharing what you do.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@micseph6186]

Very nice musical score added. Bravo

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you!

[@mrdanforth3744]

This is how the Rod & Custom Dream Truck got started.

[@kenpecora7526]

This is quite an ambitious project. You gotta love people who can't do what you do feel they know enough to criticize what you do.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

It's easy to be critical until they're standing in front of a job with tools in their hands haha. Still a lot of people watching have had great ideas so it's not all bad!

[@normende]

Way to go Kyle...Like it or lump it! Take it or leave it. I like it.

[@Durfield]

Mozart and metal work, a great combination. Who knew. Keep it up, son!

[@TheDocrock100]

Thank you for sharing your amazing talent and vision.

[@mongrelmercury1016]

It's about time someone built a real full kustom, this is the answer to cars that are rare but too far gone for most builders great job

[@countswing284]

Listening to Mozart while watching other people work is a great way to spend a Saturday. Cheers! 😎👍🛻🏁🏁

[@lancemclean9273]

The paper mock up definitely gives that “possible end result” look. I expected the sectioning was gonna be way worse

[@rockypergin2216]

How exciting. ❤❤❤. I’m scratching my head, thinking about the fade away fenders and how the doors will open!!!!?????? Can’t wait to see it evolve into something very special!

[@brianandlindafairchild1237]

You're too good of a bodyman to worry me. I haven't even watched half yet, and i know it'll be perfect to me and soso to you.more classical tunes, bravo.

[@davidkimsey9591]

The paper mock-up on the fade away really brought the vision to life. What a cool ride this is going to be. I hope the videos do GREAT for your sake and ours! I want to see this finished!

[@NickDanger1957]

Bad chad could learn a lot about metal work from Kyle !

[@antiqueradionut]

Glad Fred Dibnah never stepped back to admire his work. Fascinated by his day job and his hobby.

[@JackBWatkins]

Going back a watching older videos and having a great time.

[@lindaalexander7105]

For the first time in history Carter Auto Restyling has been able to POLISH A TURD! A genius that will go down history, maybe Nobel Prize?

[@realtaraharris]

The sectioning work you're doing to that truck is analogous to the massive reconstructive surgery I'm getting done to my face in twelve weeks to reshape my forehead, nose, cheeks, chin and jaw. Which sorta makes me Big Bird 😂

[@garyk.]

Some people have selective hearing. Ignorance is bliss and there are a lot of happy people out there. I prefer to listen, watch and learn. You have excellent skills. Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Gary!

[@markc9409]

I stopped 28 min into this video to say this as viewers and most of us old car and truck guys we should get this guy over a 100k subs. Why look at what he does with the same stuff we have in our garage I mean no disrespect to the guys who have all the trick stuff but Kyle fixes the metal with metal when possible and that is what most of us are trying to do I admit none of my body work is going to finish with high build and a block but watching him helps us understand how to fix what we have. I'll mind my own business love your work Kyle.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Mark!

[@chrishouse5753]

That paper mock up at the end looks like the chopped truck was MEANT to be that shape! I'd say you are finding its inner class. Keep uncovering its hidden character.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I'll definitely keep hacking away at it until it looks cool! Haha

[@rogerpence]

This is a very cool project! Great job.

[@CurtisCooper-ws5jr]

I am still enjoying each installment of the chicken truck.I think your going to have to start paying your cat band there getting better every week thanks please keep the quality content coming 😊

[@onceashadetree8833]

Nevermind watching Wray Schielin, I'm now into Fred Dibnah. Never heard of him.... Thank you sir for letting me see a sectioning and introducing me to Fred. Cant wait till the Chicken trucks done...👍👍👍

[@rumrunner1756]

What a great project. I was on the fence at the start, but now I can’t wait to get next week’s update. Some of my favorite channels seem to grow more slowly, and I’m not sure why. Great content every week. Big 👍

[@mana-ma-non3072]

Really liking the build, the quality, commentary and now that your a reaching a big time KZbinr, we no longer have to insert our own music 👍🏻

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha thank you!

[@richardenright3170]

Your not a idiot, you are a master of your trade.

[@terrylewis8397]

You and Halfass are by a large margin my favorite channels. You guys are actually building stuff; using your imagination and skill in equal parts. What fun to watch!

[@andrewreece3861]

The Canadians have everything I want to see on KZbin. Carter, HalfAss, Fitzees Fab, Make It Kustom, Cold War Motors, Wild West Garage . Keep up the great content eh.

[@ericargo9157]

@@andrewreece3861 I watch all these guys and one more...Bennetts Customs out of Australia. Another young guy like Kyle with terrific skills and fabrication knowledge. And Jordan from Bennetts Customs is also originally from Canada.

[@briankarnowski5614]

Thanks for the kind words, sir. This is my favorite post so far. You made the cab section look easy, and it's not. If I recall correctly, that's pretty much the same as the "Dream Truck" was done. Been considering doing the same to mine, you have tipped the scales more towards me doing it! May have to send you more $ for wire, as you're going to use a ton. My truck is going to be built like I would have built it back in the 70's, when I was a kid, if I'd had the money then. Was going to use a MII front for disk brakes, but may not use the front out of my 50 Belair. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration for an old, fat, metal bender like me!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Brian!

[@hobbyelectronics6630]

Carter's Hair Styling really went all out this week...even a reference to Fred Dibnah and some BBC quality classical music. The fender extension looked great. It will be interesting to see how that has to be cut to make the door open and close.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks! It's definitely going to be a challenge to make the doors work, but I wouldn't be doing it if it was easy!

[@andygriffiths8647]

Awesome 👍 looks like you are having fun, while creating something different for you to enjoy, not just for a customer 🙂

[@johnwesner3935]

Hey Kyle, I get similar comments about "at least you fell on your head so, no harm done". The cars, especially GM, of the late forties - early fifties were some of the best pieces of art. Wonderful to look at. Wish you were closer cause I'd come over just to sweep your floors to learn more! Thanks

[@david929190]

Fred taught us that a single man can accomplish the impossible if he works at it.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

It's very inspirational watching him work!

[@Afrodizyak47]

" I'm liking it; this is fun!" Kyle I am as previously stated, well into my 70's and spent 50 years in heavy equipment and diesel mechanics, Over the past years since retirement, I have admired the skills of metal workers, body men, panel beaters and restorers. Here you are in your early 30's, doing things I can only dream about and regret the trade choice I made, but that's how life goes. It is all about passion and learning and you have both in abundance! Your shop is like my shed looks as I restore old open wheel Aussie TQ's and Formula 500 speed cars (midgets). I love watching your work and listening to and how you simply pass on your knowledge and skills to us, the unknowing, This post on how you analysed, measured and went about sectioning the body, was something I never knew how to do and the match up after the cut, was damn near perfect! Sincerely, thank you for doing and posting these.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for the kind words Brian! I appreciate you taking the time to watch these videos!

[@GregoryBamber]

I like the way you did the doors. Makes more sense than cutting the door in half.

[@mrfishbulb7187]

Fred Dibnah would be proud to see you use his lowering technique.

[@TomHeid1]

You got this young gun!

[@randallriggs2159]

Don;t worry about what other people think. You are doing a fine job.

[@vicmabus1532]

Well. There's no turnin' back now! I find it interesting that while you and Brent (Halfass Kustoms) are doing similar projects, the approach and execution are completely different. Thanks, Kyle, for sharing this with us!

[@joewolf4483]

What a cool way to section a door ... instead of riding the elevator we were in a opera house today ... it's getting real exciting now ... I'm hooked ...

[@JF-wk5zo]

After watching another well know bad Canadian custom builder's videos I gotta say your skill and craftsmanship is head and shoulders above his. Love watching your work. Keep it up.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha thank you!

[@terrysamsa860]

Bravo! magnificent! Take a bow. The classical music brought me back to watching Saturday morning cartoons as a kid. You are quite skilled and I enjoy watching. Looking forward to the next one.

[@bannister556]

Cool project and impressive progress.

[@IrenESorius]

Intertaining! Impressive! Intriguing! Instructional! Now accompanied by all sorts of cool early Germanic Punky Rock n Roll,, 💖❤‍🔥😎🤘‍‍👍‍‍ Thank you ever so much for your time and work it takes, to share this project Maestro,, ☀🌟💖🙏💖🌟☀

[@tomdarnell4369]

I’m a particular fan of the mention of the Fred Dibnah technique. As much as he hated the demolition of things that he dedicated his life to the maintenance and repair of, he had a particularly personal way of putting them on the ground.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Very well said! He was an inspirational character!

[@kennethstaszak9990]

Re. the classical music - Despite ypur outward appearance you really are a sophisticated man-about-town!

[@virtuestreams2616]

Your choice of music-fantastic! During college, I studied for many hours while listening to various pieces of classical music and I still play it for my students during testing and reading moments. Cats like it too! Love the project and especially the technique.✌🏻

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you! Classical music is the only music that my cats seem to enjoy

[@terryhodgson8798]

Keep up the great work! No one is even close to building anything like this!you are for sure a new sSam Barris!

[@JackBWatkins]

You played❤ those doors like a symphony.

[@eugenwulff9838]

I'm sure Fred would have loved this and send you a truckload of used tires out of his personal collection!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

It would have been an honor to get some of Fred's used tires!

[@andrewcrellin2316]

No kittens performed division in the making of this video. 😂 Door sections look great !

[@darrelharvey1876]

That elevator music though... 😂 Awesome fab work. Can't wait to see the fade fab..

[@markaubuchon2227]

This will be cool. Can’t wait to see it take shape.

[@billholder9665]

All the haters can hate... This kid has mad skills.

[@BG-vy6ee]

(“Time to stop with the brain thinking and start letting the grinder do the thinking for us”). I only wish my grinder was that smart! Awesome work!

[@normhowes2975]

Who am I kidding, I watch for the cat scenes at the end LOL Seriously I enjoy that someone is doing stuff I have more than a passing interest in doing but am smart enough to not attempt it. Lots and lots of progress this week so I am looking forward to the next video.

[@markkinvig1811]

Fred Dibnah! Now there was one gutsy man!! Glad you mentioned him. Oh yeah...this project is extremely interesting to follow, worst part is waiting for the next video.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Yeah he was a true hero!

[@mannyR4098]

That’s badass. Love the music.

[@whittlerdave1440]

This is how it was done back in the old days is why I enjoyed what can you build trial in era if it doesn't work you try it again and you're not afraid to step out of the box

[@gymshoe8862]

Kyle, what a satisfying episode! It's clear you were pleased with the result of the doors--me too! I think you are onto something with the classical music--we are watching the creation of art, the music seemed appropriate. What you need is a helper, an Igor who can offer a third hand or help move cumbersome objects. Ideally it would be a teenager who hates school and was interested in the project. Fifty years ago such a kid would be available but they have all been lost now. If I lived closer I might volunteer.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Having an Igor would definitely add a lot to the show! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@joeyleclaire]

I’m close to your age, and remember when I discovered the Rodders Journal. The cars they were covering absolutely blew my mind! You have excellent taste man

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you!

[@shadetreemechanicracing22]

Epic cat footage as usual. Keep up the good work.

[@rogerdumais7637]

You and Brent half ass kustoms are both very gifted what you guys can do with metal hardly buying any premade panels but making your own great job to both of you enjoy watching you both creating something very special

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks! I enjoy his channel too!

[@reneszwalek9230]

Man I love watching your videos. Time lapse and right to the point. So much accomplished in one video. Very impressive and informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@davidson98236]

Fred Didnah would approve! Make sure you find that old bulb horn from a 1904 Oldsmobile before you light them, and position yourself such that you have to run at the critical moment…

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I'm definitely hunting for one of those horns haha

[@dougtodd305]

Bravo,to your entire production crew, writers, producers,cinematographers, lighting directors,editors, co-stars, oh and you do ok body work.

[@davidson98236]

Indeed great production value, but felt the cat content was really lacking

[@mitchelpinion1852]

@@davidson98236 Agree.

[@tobiasbostwick9002]

Banging your head and laying it on the dash to see traffic lights. Been there! Great job, loving this series!

[@phooesnax]

Amazing work.

[@Must-Stangingarage]

Well let me tell you that you are one of the most brilliant idiots I've ever seen and a heck of a teacher, thank you for your videos, I've always had a dry sense of humor too, so keep it coming I truly enjoy your program, Even though I'm a Ford guy I'll keep on watching 😂 by the way my first truck was a 49 5 window,

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks! I like old Fords too, but the Chevys keep finding me!

[@peterdiedrichsen9597]

The music was perfect. I much enjoyed watching the video. Thank you.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@1fknhpycmpr355]

Looking better everytime and that classic music adds a kind of epic vibes for the video! That was a good call to show us what you are up to with the fadeaway fenders. There will be a less why you did this and that whining after that. Keep it up!

[@garyk.]

You may want to look at 46 - 48 Chevy cars as they had that type of swoop on the sides. It will give you an idea on how to work the front door swing and pivot clearance.

[@russdavis1960]

When you said 'Intermission' my mind went right to 'The Holy Grail'.... The period correct approach using various GM parts/pieces for this Kustom is something I totally agree with. Anyone with deep pockets can put a 'bellybutton' ride together by simply ordering a ton of parts and bolting them together. In my opinion.... it takes a heck of a lot more talent, imagination, and craftsmanship to build what you are doing WITHOUT spending 10's of thousands of dollars. Keep up the great work!!!

[@ronpat13]

Great work! Thank you for the mockup so I have a more complete idea of your vision. Looking forward to seeing this project as it gorws, loved the classical music too. Thanks.

[@TwoFeathersFarm]

Great job! I really like the idea of cutting down the inside of the door and just wrapping the door skin around the bottom. The musical accompaniment is perfect.

[@rivenmotors7981]

Love it when Creative Kyle gets out to play! Brilliant work, cheers dude!

[@beatglauser9444]

Wow! I was stunned how clever your aproach to this chopping was! Fascinating! I would have been so incredibly dumb that it did not even enter my tiny brain that you do not have to cut the doorskin in the middle and then spending weeks to get all the warping out of the panel. By the way, I loved the soundtrack! I am a barbarian and I thought it might have been Beethoven.

[@moparrazz3078]

Me too.

[@papaloongie]

Me three

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I stunned myself too haha! Normally I'm quite proficient at making a ton of unnecessary work for myself!

[@derekschwanbeck1725]

Couldn’t find any rock n roll!

[@DangerousSportsForSeniors]

Absolutely amazing. Thanks again for sharing

[@gregkichton-ek7hn]

Loving the project and learning a lot. Great to see someone foolish enough to tackle this by themselves in a home garage. ;) Thanks Kyle

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks so much Greg! This project definitely isn't one of the better decisions I've made, but I'm glad people are enjoying it!

[@jerrykroskie7782]

Those hinges are going to be wild to figure out to clear the fenders

[@mcm9329]

should look very cool. The door hinge pivot point might give you dramas with the front fenders door line with the fade-aways. Love the old school approach too. staying tuned

[@billleigh615]

It's great that now other folk with rusty door bottoms can just go ahead and do a simple 3 inch full body section, happy days! I think this was your best video yet Kyle, can't wait to see your chop!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Bill! I'm looking forward to the chop too!

[@frankdieckman9934]

Really digging the chicken truck, will be cool to see it come together.

[@rugerridgefiles]

an opera window from a Lincoln roof would make a cool rear window. 👍✌

[@That70sChannel]

Enjoyed seeing the custom that led you astray down this rabbit hole of debauchery.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Philip! It's been quite the rabbit hole!

[@FlintCollinson]

You made the sectioning look easy, truck is looking good.

[@tomredmond]

Fantastic video once again. Really enjoyed the classical music you chose for it.

[@fransjanssen2198]

I love your jacket. You are a trendsetter if you want it or not.

[@EarnhardtFan]

Very nice work, I was a collision repairman for 40 years, you’re very talented man.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you!

[@dustcommander100]

Man, you are an absolute surgeon!! I've wanted to do what you do for as long as I can remember. I think my mama might've dropped me on my head or rocked me to sleep with real rocks, but the desire is there. You are an inspiration!

[@karensavarese5684]

Your right ,not one of your better ideas,,,,absolutely your BEST ,yet,,,,Love it. Advance design , must be sectioned, must be done,,,,,,,,Izzy,,,,,,

[@Daves_classics]

Liking the Fred Dibnah reference 👌

[@kellyjones841]

Yep looks great, and loved the Fred Dibna reference. Light it, wait, wait, wait, now RUN!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha Fred was a champion!

[@marscruz]

Thanks for the Mozart and the grinding. Art is art is art. Some is timeless and some is forgotten. Hope this one lives a long and beautiful life. I just watched Vice Grip Garage where Derek rescued and recovered a 1950 Chevy Bel Air. The rear fender flares on that are curvy and sweet. Maybe this is what you're shooting for?

[@jameslawson8193]

For never doing this before…you sure couldn’t tell. Looked like you had been doing this for years. Amazing work!