Hammer & Dolly Techniques: How to Remove Dents + PLANISHING HAMMER Basics!!

On this episode of Make It Kustom, I show some of the finer details of dent removal, smoothin out this 1940 Willys hood with tree fall damage. I also cover the basics of planishing hammer techniques and die choice.
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[@geofo60]

I wish we had those air driven planishing hammers back when I was serving my apprenticeship as a panel beater during the mid 60’s here in the U.K.. To do what you’re doing with the hood (we call them bonnets), I’d have used a variety of profiled dollies, a slapper/flipper made from a “bastard file”, a dreadnought/adjustable body file & a pot of thinned down primer and a paint brush. The slapper having a cross hatched surface would show me where I was making contact with the dolly when bringing up the low spots. The bodyfile to show where I had raised the low spots and which areas I needed to still refine. I’m retired now, almost seventy years old and I loved going to work every day. It’s so encouraging to see a younger generation carrying on the old traditions of metal finishing but having the benefit of using tools that make the job less “wearing” on your hands. Thanks for sharing, very enjoyable and educational. 👍👍👍

[@dwightbelyeu577]

You almost never see a master workman like this any more. If they can't find a ready made replacement part, most people won't even try.

[@GOESCH77304]

Well done...metal work is a true craft! I learned a shitload in only 2 of your clips. Thank you Carl

[@weldersandblaster]

I should be out welding earning $150 per hour as I own my own business and have work lined up waiting on me, but instead I'm binge-watching your channel. You do shit with metal I had no idea could be done. Awesome. Thanks for the entertainment that's also education. The best kind.

[@MakeItKustom]

Wow man what a compliment! Keep on keeping on!

[@davidchang8428]

I am amazed that this level of craftsmanship still exists .... proud of you, man!

[@teevarley]

Wow this guy is a master of steel

[@Creeper-m9]

Props to the camera person. Moving to show all the angles is a win 🍻

[@MakeItKustom]

Right!? She’s getting really good not showing the important stuff

[@brettmciver432]

Hi a kiwi here with a r32 Nissan skyline 2.5 manual, I have had a couple of small dings in the front left panel and some backed out of a park next to me and put a lovely dent in the back Rh panel and I got most of that out with my hand but lots of little dents remain and these videos are gonna help a lot with getting them out. 🍻🍻🍻🔥☕☕☕

[@MakeItKustom]

Right on Bret I’m glad those videos are going to help you out! Light hits with the hammer careful not to stretch the newer thin metal is easy to stretch too much

[@toddbarksdale]

The youtube algorithms at it again. I was just trying to figure out how to fix the roof on my old wagoneer and magically this video is suggested. liked and subscribed.

[@MakeItKustom]

Awesome man! Welcome to the channel glad you are here for it cheers!

[@johnfarney5328]

Jus saying...now I know why my dent removal didnt work! You gave me more relevant info than Ive gotten from anyone. thank you! now Im willing to try again. You have a new sub.

[@MakeItKustom]

I love this kind of feedback John thank you so much I’m glad the info is coming across!

[@phillipgooch7026]

This young fellow is determined, that’s why he’s soooo good!

[@mrmukura]

Interesting observation, or rather I should say articulation of. If you hadn't have said it I probably never would have thought about it much, but yeah - I think you're correct.

[@BlPlN]

Inspirational! Your videos gave me the confidence to do some bodywork on an old '59 chevy bus I bought. Welding is my thing, totally like a fish out of water with bodywork though... you have an incredible amount of skill and I appreciate you sharing it.

[@flatbeavergarage7692]

it's funny at car show how most people don't have a clue as to how much work it takes to build or restore a car. I try to take photos of all my builds as the progress to show how much time and effort goes into a project even a rat rod. People are amazed at the hours spent. Good video. I usually always learn something from your videos..keep up the good work

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much you’re absolutely right many don’t understand the hours sometimes even customers lol cheers Ken

[@codybair2967]

My dad is 79 and started doing body work when he was 17, this is how he still does it to this day. Great video from a younger guy. The only thing I can tell you is you really need to wear ear protection man. Save your ears.

[@MakeItKustom]

Yes this video got a lot of comments about my ear protection and I promise I am wearing it every day now! Thank you very much for looking out I do appreciate it. I bet your dad is a wealth of knowledge

[@r1learner178]

Good stuff Karl, I'm slowly working up to attempting some repairs, this sort of information is exactly what I was after - explained clearly and simply. Thanks man.

[@kafern8td]

Your willingness to share your knowledge and skill is priceless. This set of videos has helped me understand a lot more of the principal of moving the metal the way it needs to go. Great stuff. I'm slowly learning the body work/metal work techniques and your videos are my classroom. Thank you Sensei.

[@cliqboom1088]

Great video, like your attitude and ingenuity. Thanks for sharing

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much cheers!

[@mrmukura]

Ah ha. I just watched part one earlier, and while I learnt about the ting, here I learnt the other side of the coin with the die. Awesome stuff man. Your presentation is straight forward, and your passion for your craft is evident.

[@donaldwilliams2270]

If I hadn't seen it with my own eye's , I wouldn't have believed it , Karl is a metal working genius !

[@Lazy-F-Acres]

I have a ‘63 Impala SS that’s all original, but needs some small stuff body wise. These couple videos are badass and are a huge help to get started on learning hammer and dolly basics…you got a subscribe from me! Keep up the good work. You have a knack for teaching/explaining.

[@vintagebikerestorationguy526]

Easy to see you love your work on vintage cars. You are a master at your craft. I restore vintage bicycles. Nearly all of them have fenders and have dents and dings. I like to work by hand like yourself. Takes patients to do what we do. I make tools that I need that are not made like you did from the leaf spring. I have learned a lot from you sir. Great work my man. What we do is an art and you do it well. Keep educating! "Vintage Bike Restoration Guy".

[@lakefishing]

8:00 was exactly what I've been missing. Thanks!

[@hardcoretrout]

Very cool the different gigs you have made for difficult to reach areas. I did not know about the different radius matching of anvil heads.

[@HotRodDad]

You are an inspiration, young man. I’ve seen those shrinking discs for years, but have never seen the process explained this well.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you sir! I greatly appreciate that 🙏 I’m happy to know that I explained it well!

[@dolnick7]

My son just gifted me a set of hammers and dollies. Your videos are just what I needed! Much appreciated. New sub.

[@Budds36]

You were recommended by Hardcore Fab. I am so glad he sent us here. I learned so much in the 1st video I watched. It makes me want to go and beat on some metal. You are an excellent teacher. Thank You

[@MakeItKustom]

That’s great to hear! I had a rough time finding out this stuff early on before KZbin. I just love that the platform can reach so man so easy. Go beat some metal!

[@douglaskindt3195]

Learning alot from you, I restore cars and trucks am 64 yes. Old....still learning, thank you Carl.

[@billqualls5451]

Great Part 2! Amazing to see what a professional can accomplish with the correct tools and techniques.

[@michaelchalk4262]

Just started watching you, Halfass Customs recommended you and I am enjoying the way you talk us through everything. Really well made video.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you Dean 🙏 I am glad you are enjoying the content !

[@bartsarton2212]

I watched Brent at Halfass Kustoms and saw that same shout out to you, Carl. Glad I stopped by. I have a huge dent in a '65 Impala SS door that I need to straighten out. I'll be using your tips.

[@pauljones2031]

You're very skilled. I worked with lots of old school bodymen who couldn't fix what you can.

[@shadeedameer]

Thanks for making this vid, recently damaged some metal products at the warehouse when a pallet collapsed from the forklift. Got a dent repair kit and had no idea of where to begin until your video. Thanks a lot again!

[@bigchieftrucker9757]

Very good instructive video,...Increased my hammer and dolly knowledge about 80%

[@marvincompton7368]

Damn Derby, where you been? I just found my new favorite channel! Fantastic content 👌Thank you Sir

[@MakeItKustom]

That’s so awesome to hear man!! We really appreciate that! Thanks so much for checking us out! 👊🏼

[@joshm3342]

Nice to see a true craftsman doing good work.

[@michaelrisner-xt6hv]

You have a lot of talent i wish you would show a forgotten art of how to use lead sometimes when its needed i learned the hard way and have never forgotten it and the special tips you need to use with your torch it does make a difference thanks again Michael

[@fireblade95]

Thank you . I love videos that educate , I was looking for information on working my honda 175 mudguard back into shape . Very informative and presented well without the forced humour of some . Regards and best wishes from the UK

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you will!

[@billybarrett6839]

You are good at that sheet metal work! Never seen anyone make it look that easy.

[@clintonhayes670]

Awesome I really got a kick out of you trying to push the dent out of a Studebaker hood made of real metal made back in the day and I learned a lot you got a new fan.

[@MakeItKustom]

Right on man welcome to the channel!

[@mcgregor711]

Man. Looks like I found a good artist to start watching.

[@MakeItKustom]

Glad your here Jason. Welcome!🙏

[@thebeardedstork432]

Something i doubt I will ever do......but awesome to watch and admire your talent!

[@rolandwolf1080]

Blown away by your panelbeating skills. Keep at it, u the man 😲

[@TradIrishHarper]

First off….bravo and mega awesome points for working on a Willys. Second, mad skills. Made skills

[@keithgardner3865]

New subscriber. KZbin random suggested your site and now i'm binge watching every video....Makes me want to beat out the thousands of dents in my 70 GMC! Awesome Content!!! Thanks

[@gtsteve9481]

Again........ brilliant. And your tools you are making are as top notch as everything else you do Karl! Good on ya mate! Cheers, Steve.

[@ogsrib]

Excellent explanation of the processes in good clear language, with excellent camera work also. Credit to both of you. Puts 90% of youtube 'instructional' videos to shame. I've subscribed and will be watching more of your content. Congrats from the UK.

[@mrkuz4644]

Enjoying the channel. I wish I had as much patients as you.

[@MakeItKustom]

Glad to hear it!

[@philippeblin3670]

Merci Carl pour ta bonne humeur et ton entousiasme .j ai encore appris des trucs ce matin .thank you very much . Philippe

[@michaelosborne513]

You are showing people the lost art of true body work . Thanks for sharing as some of us do our own work on our old cars that my friend is what makes the difference between a so so car and a great car .

[@MakeItKustom]

Awesome man glad you’re enjoying it! Happy to share as much as I can still lots to learn

[@KevinNaidoo-n7w]

Thanks for this educational vid. Excellent panel beating technique with the right tools.... And the air planishing hammer makes work a lot easier.... I'm definitely making this tool

[@borna430]

Holy sh**, damn. You are the master of your domain sir. very impressive work.

[@JamesStover-gr3hw]

This is a lost art. You should offer classes. I’d take a week of it. I’m sure it would be the best weeks of vacation of my life.

[@michaelmattox759]

Great. Pleasure to watch Fascinating. Can't imagine though where he gets that level of patience.

[@MakeItKustom]

Haha it doesn’t always come easy!! Thanks so much for watching Michael!

[@lcar9871]

I found your channel through Tony at Fitzee's Fabrications where he promoted your heat shrinking video. Thank you for your time - I learn something from every video!

[@MakeItKustom]

Amazing I’m so glad to hear that Tony is a awesome fabricator I enjoy his content!

[@Classic...67...]

Really awesome, exactly the kind of work I'm looking into at the moment. Good tips and helpful insight 👌

[@robhendriks8380]

Super duidelijk video leerzaam, je bent een echte vakman. Je legt goed uit met niet te veel tekst precies genoeg ga zo door

[@markjackson1357]

Hi Karl, really enjoying your video’s. You are great at explaining what you are doing its very educating and watching a guy working who really enjoys his work is refreshing. I would love you to do a video on oil canning and how to remedy this problem. Ive got this problem on a f100 hood over here in the UK, would really appreciate your help. Keep up the good work

[@Jeezey]

Unfortunately an inexperienced me found a Planishing Hammer cheap, and made a mess outta my roof skin on a 1950 Ford I had chopped. It can really stretch metal if not used properly. Great video

[@tykellerman6384]

Great demo on the planishing hammer 🤠👍

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Ty!

[@hollycunningham8812]

Very sharp Carl , a crisp and detailed look into metal finishing ….. you are a good teacher ‘

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much!

[@jds5355]

Your amazing Dude. I subscribed and will be watching all of your videos. I had no idea that this level of work was even possible on something so crushed. Loved your Mig video too. It helped me as lot. Thank you.

[@roseymalino9855]

Good, 3X. Good video, good workmanship, good explanation. Thank you.

[@bobcalifornia9622]

Wow. True craftsmanship. Keep it up.

[@timhipkins7188]

This was the best plannishing hammer tutorial I have seen in a long time. Thanks.

[@MakeItKustom]

You’re very welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@nolanhayden4432]

Thanks Karl for giving me (an amateur hack) the confidence to tackle a dent that’s been on my Wildcat since I got it a decade ago!

[@denniswalker1640]

Newbie, to the show ,just happend onto it on KZbin, i love the show , so I subscribed, like the content , man you got skills

[@HalfassKustoms]

hope you show the shrink disk as I've never used one of them as of yet

[@MakeItKustom]

hell ya man! just got some new ones in the mail, and I'm stoked to try them out. Will definitely make a video on that

[@davekoch5999]

Im new to the channel.. love hands on custom metal work ..im a 29 year body man... I word of advice to you...ear protection!! My hearing has been damaged..hearing aids are good but suck at the same time in this profession!! Just friendly advice 👍.cant wait to see more work of yours great job!!! Awesome Hot Rods

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you!

[@timweidner3335]

Really enjoyed your teaching technique and the DIY hamming tools you've created.

[@SamBerry59]

Listening for the pitch change is also a great tip. It will start out as thud thud thud and start getting a higher pitch as your getting closer. When the dolly and the slapper meet it will become a high pitch tink tink tink. This is extremely important when putting on a door skin because any waves on the inside of the door frame side of the skin equates to a wave on the outside of the door edge. So if you listen for the dolly and hammer to tink then you will know its even inside and out. You wont need any bondo on the face of the door skin.

[@MrBruce0777]

As all of your video's I learned a few tricks. Thanks for sharing.

[@KF-zp7oe]

Love these two videos, I hope to try my hand on some old bodywork. Great gob on that hood.

[@janettehill8544]

Great video. I learned a lot. I probably will never apply this to a vehicle's sheet metal, but I do other sheet metal work where it will apply as well. Thanx

[@gregoryalder811]

Wow! You are one hell of a teacher dude!!!

[@michaelsharkey590]

Amazing Craftsmanship, glad I found your channel.

[@craftdmetal3660]

Absolutely love it man! Great info without the ego, cheese or drama on other channels... 👌

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot for that feedback! I just want to give a good clean clear content

[@thedude4632]

Even I could understand your method, very good demo . 10 of 10

[@MakeItKustom]

Awesome man so glad the info is clear!

[@Itallstartswithadream1]

Hey buddy another subscriber here, love your videos and thanks heaps, me and my father been restoring cars for many years, we are both trades mechanics but also do all the body work and ourselves. Good too learn all these tricks from a professional like you. Keep up the good work and thanks again. From Sydney Australia 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@robertchubb1518]

Really EXCELLENT....ALWAYS looks sooooooo simple when shown.... HOWEVER....It IS an art Keep them coming... Just subbed....

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Robert!!

[@gazza6348]

Gday mate. Wow man your teaching me too much I'm getting a headache just joined you I'm going to have to make some time for you videos .very educational thank you man 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@MakeItKustom]

haha I know it can be a lot of information, for sure! Glad to have ya! Cheers!

[@heikopfeiffer9228]

Very good video, Mr. Metalwhisperer Best wishes from a gernan mechanic Stay healthy

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you so much I appreciate it!

[@benortiz2374]

hell yea i want one of those plennishing hammers this guy is talented hes the best ive seen!!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Ben they are coming soon !

[@davee6100]

Awesome video series and Excellent work. The Best video information for body work that I have ever seen. Many Thanks.

[@timhandford539]

I love you’re videos and you explanation is invaluable. I think you’ve figured the videos out pretty well

[@mchurch3905]

A lost art. Great craftsmanship!

[@alancunningham479]

Lots of patience and a good variety of tools.Good video.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks Alan!

[@waltermcmahan5096]

Really love your content. You make us old timmer s look smart straight ing metal with hammers and doilies and homemade shapes and spoons. I hope one day you will get your planishing hammer on the market. Keep on doing what you love doing it's an art that is almost been lost. Thank you very much

[@edmunger5595]

Wow You are something with the metal, how much of this did You come up with on Your own? Have You ever thought of teaching, You are very good at speaking to Your craft in easily understandable terms, I believe You could change the lives of many people who are interested metal work but can't understand what most people are saying about it, You make it look easy, keep up the very informative videos.

[@akathelilguy13]

Your videos are so informational. I learn more from you than any other videos. Thanks!

[@stevenwarner7823]

Just had to add a 2nd comment. Love watching a Craftsman do his stuff. You add huge value with great commentary, all the while the Lincoln awaits. Enjoyong your work immensely. Cheers from Aus.

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much man!! Appreciate that! Cheers from Canada!

[@stevesloan6775]

Thanks for sharing your amazing knowledge Carl🇦🇺🤜🏼🤛🏼🍀🍀🍀😎

[@TheKimmer1969]

Hi Carl. A before and after shot for comparison in the end would have been cool.... But very nice work, well done...!

[@stephenlewis3350]

Well done Carl, you’re an artist

[@flatworm00]

Very interesting...I am learning more and more with each video.

[@Kesterlath]

You're doing great old school work my man!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thank you very much man!

[@Custodio2142]

Love your videos. You are such a genuine dude who is very knowledgeable. I hope to use some of these skills on my first restoration.

[@NativeSon60]

Great metalwork dude. I metal finished a 240zx hood in a production shop back in 85. The painter got pissed at me! I told him I would pay his labor if it wasn't perfect.

[@MakeItKustom]

Wow RICHARD that’s pretty cool!

[@anthonysinclair5721]

Great job and excellent explanation too ........ 👍😎

[@ODGColornChrome]

I guess I have just never had enough patience, I could never get it smooth and now I know it's because I didn't give it long enough. I never made it to the planishing stage. Great channel and keep up the awesome work!

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks so much Darrell! Patience is definitely a tough thing to have! Best of luck if you give it another go in the future 👊🏼

[@charlesmills6169]

You are a good teacher,im impressed with your work

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks very much I’m trying my best!

[@lewiskemp5893]

Btw. I like the way you work and keep comments simple so people can understand. Unless you do this work you can't understand how hard it is. A good tech makes it look easy like you do. I'm impressed so I subscribed to help you

[@MakeItKustom]

Thanks a lot Lewis that’s some great feedback and I appreciate it!