Kirkham University Aluminum Fender Dent Repair

Kirkham Motorsports University shows you how to fix a dent in your aluminum car. The repair is completely invisible when finished--and we show you how to do it. Come visit us at www.KirkhamMotorsports.com

[@lancewatt8514]

That’s fucking unbelievable! If you look at the very first part of the clip and you skip to the very end...It’s mind boggling. It’s like there’s just no way it’s the same fender, but I guess when you have a fleet of multi-million dollar cars in the background, there’s a reason multi-millionaires bring their broken toys to this gentleman. Much respect.

[@MurphyAM]

Am I the only one who finds it awesome that the president of this company just did 3000$ worth of repairs, while making a video to show it to the world? Kudos to you mr Kirkham for being a master of your craft

[@Manuel11756]

I do bodywork & paint for a living & some people call me a craftsman but after seeing your work you're the God of all craftsmans

[@briangalpin529]

Probably the single most instructive KZbin item I've ever watched. Need to fix some small dents in my Lancia but was nervous about applying the heat.

[@patallen5095]

That is incredible!! The beauty of aluminum and the craftsmanship required. I think the Polish Craftsmen at the factory would give you a big thumbs up!!

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks!

[@ednofelipevieira1456]

Trabalho magnifico ❤

[@greasyhitchball]

Wow. I've never seen skill at this level before. And the guy doing the work is the guy that cuts the checks. Absolutely amazing!!!!

[@revelmedia1]

Couldn't stop watching I was glued you are the KING of aluminum repair. Refreshing when someone so skilled shares his craft. Thanks Highest Regards, Anthony

[@user-vr2yr1qx5t]

That's really cool technology! "It's a craftsmanship that requires sensibility, high technology, and many years of experience that can't be done with machines." Please bring your car back to life with great technology.

[@bradenmitchell976]

Incredible craftsmanship. If i didnt watch the whole repair, i wouldnt have belived it could be done. Unreal work 👏👏👏

[@wulliethedent]

stunning. watched it loads of times now. I still get amazed by it.

[@AMStationEngineer]

My family started in the auto body business in 1926, in Chester County, PA. They retired in 2006, opting to allow the business to "die silently", rather than allow someone to purchase the name, and not be able to carry on the tradition of craftsmanship they were known for - for nearly 81 years. My uncle once complained that "his staff is slacking, we used almost two gallons of body filler this year", that year was 1981, when Ford began using lighter alloys in the construction of some of their vehicles (Escort, and the new Ranger Pickups). That metal did not lend itself to being "worked", and crystallized at the very moment a torch got near it (for shrinking). Geez, did this video bring back great memories! Mr. Kirkham, you are a true craftsman!

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Glad you liked it :) You can do about anything if you try hard enough.

[@iiu212]

That is beautiful. Thank you for sharing. My favorite part is when your in the office high back chair hammering away!

[@kitcarnut]

Beautiful repair David, your a very patient man. Your cars are the best and I can see why! I appreciate your efforts :)

[@OHUQTU]

Nice video! ... not mentioned is that a gloved hand is much better than a bare hand for feeling dents. I have never worked with automotive aluminum, but we always used a gloved hand for estimates and repairs on steel auto panels. Of course, aluminum is so "dirty", gloves are required! Also, it was a good example that you were wearing ear protection during hammering, which can cause hearing damage.

[@TheAvidflier]

I'm rebuilding a '75 land rover and wanted the polished aluminium look. It has a few off road battle scars that I was told these dents could not repaired and needed to be filled. Compared to the dent you have repaired, these are tiny by comparison. Of course you, as a master craftsmen, have made it look easy. After annealing, the secret seems to be "slowly and gently" I'm going to try it on a "scrap" fender for practice first. If my numbers come up in the Lotto, I'll be placing an order for a 427 street; your cars are awesome!. Thank you for posting this video.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Patience is the key. Just go slowly and you will be amazed at what you can accomplish.

[@stevelaporta5791]

Grant Stewart i have a 1972 series 3. i am doing the same thing -- going for the airplane/airstream aluminum and rivet look. wonderful video!

[@rojasray]

One of the more satisfyingly entertaining and informative videos on KZbin I’ve ever seen. Mr. Kirkham, I hope to own one of your Cobras someday before I leave this planet.

[@ThatKillaSounds]

That is awesome work and your patience and passion/skills for this are optimum, keep the good work up

[@GregsGarage]

Great vid man. Top shelf repair. Thanks for taking the time to show us how you do it.

[@elnafinn]

Bloody fantastic There is a man with a lot of skill

[@jdhchi]

Wow! Nice work…amazing results!

[@FullTimeRCer]

True artistry. Nice work and great patience. Your explanations are very easy to follow.

[@jdubb5394]

That's some cold blooded aluminum work ⚒ right there. We are getting into more aluminum body work at my body shop right now and this video was very informational appreciate your time.

[@mdjones2112]

I was looking for something else but I just had to see this. I've never done body work before and I'm sure it takes a ton of time to perfect the art and you've done a fantastic job.

[@oldcelloman]

David, I love your commentary. One major thing I can not remember seeing anyone else make a point of. You do what I do on high-end solid surface countertops (high density 2x Corian) Earthstone by Wilson Art. I go all the way up to 400 grit or more on the whole surface and make it all into a mirror with the 11. 5 inch Gem random-orbit sander. Then I take it back down to 220 scotch pad satin. When done up close it looks like a nice satin finish that owner/user can use a 3M pad to scuff out any nicks as needed for maintenance. But if someone walks into the final installation and sees it from say 20 ft away (low angle of viewpoint) it looks like a polished mirror finish that you can use to shave or put on your eye makeup as you choose. Always go at least two preferably 4 finer steps in sanding polishing and then go back to the goal finish level. I have had antique boats I have restored get points taken off for putting epoxy on instead of varnish. I then put together a binder showing the steps to get to that finish. Same thing as a luthier on my cellos I make it is not boat varnish or epoxy it is regular traditional violin varnish. But every two coats I take it down with a semi-stiff felt pad and rottenstone till the whole instrument satin then I polish it to a mirror and then cut it back with 220 or 320 and put another two or three coats of varnish on. I repeat and repeat until I get the proper thickness of varnish. On the boats and counters and instruments, the mirror is multiple layers of mirror finish reflections that are quite dramatic to look into. So my big high five to you.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks! I have always wondered about wood finishes.

[@stillbashingmetal]

Very impressive skills you have there. Thanks for showing how you do it, it was interesting to watch.

[@scottfleming1479]

Thanks David, Your aluminum dent repair video is one of the coolest body works videos I've ever seen. I'm currently polishing an aluminum horse trailer that has a few big dents in it; looking forward to implementing much of what I learned in your video. Thanks again for sharing this valuable information! Scott Fleming Fleming's Auto Detail

[@intheMixup]

thank you for sharing your knowledge with the little guy. we need more cool people like you in this world. hopefully you'll make more videos in the future. God bless you!

[@LB6060]

I was skeptical it was possible, but wow, that's really beautiful. Great work.

[@chuckarama451]

Wow. Beautiful! That turned out way better than the bondo I would have used. Well done!

[@xnbk-yotiex5247]

Very talented work. Awesome job. If I ever hit the lottery, I would love to own one of these cars.

[@PeteLamb]

If I hadn't watched and seen it with my own eyes, I would have said it's impossible to get it back to that original shape with just simple hand tools. Wow!

[@geoffreycartmill7717]

Excellent job! Looking real good.

[@stevoschannel4127]

Wow always kind of figured kirkam as more of a patron than a craftsman, wow big talent there! Respect

[@mikethemechanic2700]

This is the most incredible video I have seen. My goodness, you are incredibly talented. Remember me, one day I plan to buy one of these Shelby's. I've been following your business for some time now. All the best, you deserve it!!!

[@marhar2]

That is amazing work. Hats off to Kahn Academy for inspiring you to share!

[@jstephenallington8431]

That is amazing work on that panel, I wish I was even close to being that good!

[@522design]

Very nice work!!!!!! I work with aluminum a lot and I can appreciate good craftsman ! Your cars are not to shabby either!

[@echotoday]

Unreal...fantastic work!

[@grantwes]

Amazing work. True craftsmanship

[@craigkucing9779]

I love watching a magician explain his craft.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thank you!

[@arturkolacz9422]

David this was amassing presentation.........best regards, Artur, Dallas TX

[@RudiKiefer]

Fabulous video, thank you very much ! I've learned exactly what I was hoping to.

[@soside619]

I do sheet metal minor/major repair/mods on aircraft myself. This took a lot of patience and thinking ahead! Awesome job! 👍👍👍

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks!

[@coadyboys]

my mind is blown... amazing job man!!

[@maddoxinc1642]

This is truly craftsmanship. Great job! The only other car that I can think of that requires this sort of skill is the DeLorean.

[@davidhughes4728]

I really love the video man keep up the good work

[@antoniodelacruz7333]

Amazing workmanship & talent. Excellent!

[@Dafecat1]

Amazing workmanship. Thanks for sharing.

[@willyfarr1529]

you are a beast Mr kirkam incredible work bro

[@aeophylus]

really enjoyed the video- magic!

[@stevejanka361]

Wow, this is not your first rodeo. That looks great. I would have thought panel replacement. Thanks for a great video.

[@95rman]

That’s incredible! Lot of work.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thank you! We try to make them as often as we can, but sadly I haven't been able to make any lately. We are too backed up with orders right now.

[@Pervalot]

Awesome workmanship, many thanks for sharing.

[@itempany]

Great workmanship shown....and patience. Might have to sell my Fibreglass cobra and get a Kirkham.....They look great!

[@quellasexyy]

just what i was looking for. i need to get a dent out of my car and it's not nearly as bad as that one was lol but that was perfect. thanks for posting !! i'm def gonna try that out. i never thought to hold something on the other side as you hit the dent from the inside lol

[@earlcousins6635]

A pleasure to watch a craftsman at work.

[@Portrayalpress]

Fine work David!

[@adamnewton4348]

Amazing repair! Nicely explained while the work was carried out also.....Thanks!

[@maholyoke]

Great job! Thanks for posting!

[@davidmann8254]

Astonishing work , congratulations

[@dalescabco1952]

That was frickin amazing.

[@Okie-Tom]

Excellent work. Very talented.

[@BrewPub]

That is some unbelievably top notch work.

[@billblue58]

glad I clicked on this. Big respect for the skill and patience!

[@MrRahimhosein]

Wow man. Great work!!

[@jacobhuns]

Enjoyed the video very much thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@route15classicgaragellc18]

Impressive repair work!

[@wulliethedent]

This is quite simply a work of art and beautiful to watch.

[@johnwayne2103]

WOW! that was amazing!

[@1699jw]

Fantastic craftsmanship 👏🏼👏🏼

[@1st_track_dents]

Amazing work, Aluminum is not an easy metal to work with, well done!

[@Fastskippy]

Just brilliant, well presented. Thank you.

[@jaymoon8559]

Wow that was IMMMMMMMMMMMMMpresive. Thanks for sharing

[@chriss4191]

True craftsman - That is how you do body work - lot art form !!!! - EXCELLENT - Major Kudos

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks for the kind note. I was fortunate to learn the art from a gentleman in his twilight years who worked for Rolls Royce before WWII. The repair was about 30 hours total. However...There was an enormous amount of time planishing all the little dings out before filing. Also, many hours were spent sanding all the little file marks and coarser sanding marks out of the body with successive grits to eliminate any hint of the coarser grits.

[@eldigitom9680]

fantastic video! still very relevant almost 8 yrs. later

[@jryer1]

Remarkable work, lots of patience and passion.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

I absolutely love what I do. I love coming to work! Thanks :)

[@gilb0656]

Awesome work. I do aluminum dent repair for an airplane company here in the pacific northwest. Let me just say that, that was an amazing job...unbelievable!

[@wulliethedent]

They ire simply. This is a work of art and truly beautiful to watch.

[@Antimatter.]

Awesome work!

[@JoeyJr702]

Excellent. You are an artist.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thank you. I will post another one soon. We are finishing it up right now.

[@randsautos]

You are a Master, it is all I have to say, great video

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks!

[@avadhon1]

Wow. That was a fantastic job, glad I watched that. No more fear of owning an A8

[@sevenjohn9565]

I would have believed it if I didn't see it excellent repair Professor.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks! I hope to do more videos soon :)

[@paulsnow2347]

David, your skills are inspirational and show what can be achieved with patience and application. The acetylene soot annealing was a new one on me. World-class repair by a world-class artisan. Thank you very much for sharing this.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thanks!

[@domenicomonteleone3055]

@@KirkhamMotorsports1 amzing work you do Top Quality workmanship respect back to you David Kirkham i follow you 💯 from 🇨🇦 #YSW

[@yllwturbo]

amazing job, thank you for sharing it.

[@MrJohnstaley7]

That was genius work!!!!

[@Handbuilt1]

Nice job on the rear fender

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

Thank you for your kind words :) Happy to share.

[@vanstry]

Wow, impressive work.

[@foroloca6148]

What a craftsmanship, wow!

[@TacJammer]

That's some serious craftsmanship.

[@petersneddon1579]

Practice really does make perfect, next level skill my man.

[@ronnocleahcim]

Excellent instructional video

[@sipapito]

Super job well done, greetings from Germany

[@TimmyC079]

Does the annealed condition affect the strength of the area? Amazing skill, thanks for the vid!

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

@creo43, Thanks for the kind note. I was fortunate to learn the art from a gentleman in his twilight years who worked for Rolls Royce before WWII. The repair was about 30 hours total. However...

[@ToyManTelevision]

David you blow my mind!!! I’d love to get back down there and shoot a follow up show. What’s it been like 6 years? More? Like my wife to see your operation as well. Amazing repair!!! Mind=blown.

[@KirkhamMotorsports1]

It has been a long time! We have moved across town to a much bigger building. You are always welcome to stop in!

[@ToyManTelevision]

Hi. Yes we came by. Sort of. We were there looking at the Big Boy and saw the new place! Closed as it was the weekend but love to take you up on the offer.