Making the body stronger, corner by corner ! Project Opel GT 1971 #28

Three pinholes = three days of work. Is there any reason behind this project ? NO, but here is another episode of Opel GT 1971:
The rustiest Opel GT ever brought back to roads"

[@h-j.k.8971]

I think most viewers would´nt be able to comprehend how much work goes into filming and editing these videos, thanks for sharing.

[@AndySomogyi]

Indeed, the filming and editing is super hard , takes a huge amount of effort to do it right like here . The video quality here is brilliant .

[@PompeyMatt17]

exactly..one hour's work is three times that with filming and editing

[@GT1900garage]

Glad you like them! Thing is, that more cinematography gimmicks there are in the video, it means that I have been very reluctant to work with the actual car...This is my secondary hobby, when I'm not into working with the rust bucket

[@louisvanrijn3964]

yes, I wondered, but it there no "just" or "quick" in making videos. Besides that: be very very carefull with the background music. It can kill a video.

[@juha1to6]

Finland. Happiest country in the world. Cause we have rusty cars and we will be busy fixin them

[@GT1900garage]

Could not say it better...By having a garage and a own rust bucket to work with, one has no spare time to hang in social media and become angry from the stupidity of the mankind....

[@stephenmorrison8717]

I have been really loving your attention to detail, craftmanship, and ingenuity. I'm really looking forward to a progress update Mate. I imagine that you must be busy celebrating your triumphant victory over the dreaded rust bugs. 🎉 🍾 🥂

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks mate. Editing the last minute of episode 29. Hopefully out today. So many other project (mandatory ones) take too much time from the hobbies...

[@davidacres6321]

12.04 It has been a pleasure to watch you working, your attention to detail is incredible. I am familiar with metal working but not auto bodywork. I am in awe of your skill. I have only been following your videos for a short time, I look forward to seeing your work continue towards completion. Kind regards, David

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! Glad that you have found the channel. And based on my expert assessment of the cars condition, there are still plenty of episodes to come

[@dirkruttgers242]

Ich wollte gerade Feierabend machen, jetzt schaue ich noch dein Video. Danke!!!

[@GT1900garage]

Ausgezeichnet, eine großartige Möglichkeit, den Arbeitstag fortzusetzen

[@jensw.8205]

Wollte erst Einkaufen gehen, aber dann kam dein Video rein und ich musste es mir erstmal anschauen 😊❤Bin immer begeistert, wie du die Bleche formst usw.

[@GT1900garage]

danke für den Kommentar. Freut mich, dass es dir gefallen hat

[@BrianKlausen]

This brings a whole new meaning to the word "wire brush". It's getting ridiculous - and I am loving it! Greetings from Denmark - from a former Opel GT owner ('69 model - owned it from around 1996 to 2002-ish - great car - turned it 2.2 as well, with dual 45 mm. Webers and fast road cam - great fun - thrashed the normal 4-speed transmission on several occasions with that engine).

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for watching! Yes, the whole project is getting ridiculous - but we have passed the point of no return ages ago...

[@gstcardude]

Thank you for the behind the scenes footage. You are a true artist and craftsman!

[@GT1900garage]

Thank You ! Appreciated.

[@yaz1691]

As always a joy to watch. Far, far better craftsmanship, attention to detail, camera work and editing than many of the ‘professional’ car restoration channels on here.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks a lot! Although some professional restorers grin when they see my methods.

[@tomswindler64]

Such meticulous workmanship,cannot say any more.great job, great video.just keep on doing what you do best.be safe.kudos 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks Tom, will do!

[@trondneergaard8395]

Wow, Wow and Wow!! What a lucky car that have you to breathe life into it again!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment. Maybe the car was lucky, but I guess I had the shortest straw on this lottery... 😂

[@PompeyMatt17]

absolute genius.. the fabrication skills, the electrical wire paint brush and using a drill as a camera pan...well done sir, well done indeed 👏👏👏

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks Matt, poor man solutions are usually the simplest ones....and still work...

[@rickfulton2353]

Thank you for your hard work and love of these beautiful machines. Your understanding of the quirks of working on THIS GT has grown leaps and bounds. The precise dialing in of the welding settings has increased quality. Bravo on noticing the flex in that bit of panel. Truly, this is a masterclass!

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! To be honest. I have now spent some time doing fixes to the fixes that I did year ago...Welding settings truly made a big difference.

[@dirkmolt6275]

Very very very professional 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much. However, real professionals would not always approve my methods...😎

[@tho4747]

Great work and filming. Even the music is fine.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the compliment...Even the music, so I read that some of my artistic choices has not been equally successful ? 😂😂

[@tho4747]

@@GT1900garageNo. Your musical taste is impecable, as is your work and filming.

[@stauni2]

The car body surgeon and camera wizard in one person. Unbelievable… Thank You for posting!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the compliments..it is a fun project...

[@hansjorgkarcher9504]

Pure Art!!!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, stay tuned for more contemporary art installments.

[@johndehoog5567]

Are you serious!!! A borescope???? Aren't you having enough fun without going and looking for trouble? Is there no end to your patience? I cant believe the amount of rust on the upper portions of the car. This Opel is just the gift that keeps on giving. Thanks for the "peek behind the scenes", I understand how stop action is made but had no appreciation of how tedious it is to produce. KUDOS TO YOU!! Did you have a beer or did you take medication to celebrate 800 hours. LOL

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for excellent and uplifting comment. Yes, I have noticed that this car either is stored upside down, or the water in the body structure had found its way to defeat gravity. Either way, the borescope is an ESSENTIAL tool for all Opel GT owners. OR an absolute forbidden tool if one likes to keep their sanity....Up on reaching 800 hours, I took a nice GinTonic (GT) with slice of cucumber and two twists of black pepper !!

[@you_know_who545]

It's a pity that you can't put two or more likes on KZbin.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, one will do. I appreciate it anyway...

[@maikbindemann5218]

Eine ganz tolle Arbeit und eine riesige Menge Herzblut. Es wird ein tolles Auto.

[@GT1900garage]

Danke, hoffentlich stürze ich nicht gleich am ersten Tag ab.

[@wacholder5690]

Man ! I'm always celebrating these videos. I - for one - would have gone mad and desperate already after episode 10 or so. Thanks for sharing !

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, who said that I am not desperate 😂 You are dealing with a Finn with same facial expression for overwhelming joy and deep desperation.... Nah, to be serious; I had no other option but to finish the car...ditching it and thus loosing the money was not an option to be considered...

[@wacholder5690]

@@GT1900garage Yeah - I guess I know that from a different area: restoring old HiFi gear. Once you'd started putting an amount of money into it you need to come to an end somehow and get it done. Comes what may - even cursing, throwing with parts and kicking the wastebin through the workshop only reliefes a *little* tension, but does not solve the major problem. My old, deceased friend Roland and I did some GT restorations in the mid-80 and the cars were already pretty much chewed up by that time. Starting to fix them was already opening a can of worms there. You try to fix *one* hole - just to find out: there are many, many more. And with every fix you find new problems. And: the only option is to make it right. Therefore I really admire your skills, care and workmanship. I wish we had done similarly well in the 80s ... 🙂

[@Bamsebrakar2011]

@@GT1900garageHere, the following line quoted from the Pink Floyd song ‘Time’ somehow comes to mind: «Hanging on in quiet desperation is the English way»

[@Tivver]

As always great content and skills, look forward to seeing the car progress!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, appreciated.

[@tonynightingale4400]

Excellent contents, the small repairs are always the most consuming. Now , now you've spoilt my childhood , I realy thought you had elves in your workshop, lol . Best wishes from the UK.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment Tony. Yes, the small things, and the ones that cannot be seen from outside, take most of the time. I am horrified about the total amount of hours to be spent on sanding this before painting...IF I'm doing it myself...

[@asermurias9342]

Mind-blowing! Amazing job a attention to detail

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, no short cuts available anymore in this project...

[@guywilson187]

Another thoroughly enjoyable production. Thank you for taking the time to make your videos so watchable.

[@GT1900garage]

Glad you like them! Thanks for the views and comments....

[@derrickmcdaniel6105]

The attention to details is wonderful.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks a lot...Appreciated.

[@schpiedie]

Everytime I see your work I am deeply impressed. Love to see how you bring her back to live.

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! Slowly getting there....

[@schpiedie]

@@GT1900garage I think slowly is perfect in that case. Better to follow for us 🙂

[@kingearl2596]

You work like a watchmaker, extremely precise and complex. Admirable!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, yet; still not the correct way to do things....

[@mcksysar8620]

I imagine there was a lot of work behind the scenes. Now I know it! Thank you for sharing. Already waiting for the next episode!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for watching! The filming of the progress is a nice side project...And additional hobby if you think about it...

[@ronintres6757]

these videos are really a moment that I look forward to. Once again so beautiful and carefully repaired and the behind the scenes piece is also really cool, thank you again 👍🏻🙂

[@GT1900garage]

Glad you like them! Stay tuned, next one is slooowly building up...

[@SimonWallwork]

Nice looking repairs.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks 👍Not pretty, but rigid..

[@pigseye2]

You my friend are an artist and brilliant technician. Your body work and video skills are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks mate. Appreciated.

[@punkbloater]

Lucky that car ended up in your garage otherwise it most likely would have been dead by now! Incredible work Sir! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks ! Well, I did not have any other option than fix what I have bought... so maybe it was lucky, not me 😄

[@tinman7551]

It’s like the ship of Theseus, only with rust. 🫤 wishing you all the very best in getting rid of it. So much work!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, At the end I will have exact amount of replaced metal to be counted and weighted. Then we know the truth...

[@henriklunden4069]

Fantastiskt jobb, blir lika imponerad av varje avsnitt. Min GT69 har stått 20+år i garaget och väntat på att jag ska få tid. Ett tips, om du känner någon med en svarv, gör en 6mm adapter till vanliga kapskivor, fantastiskt användbara till trånga ställen plus att skivorna som är slut går att fortsätta använda. Om du vill kan jag lägga upp en kort youtubefilm så du får se hur den ser ut.

[@GT1900garage]

Tack för kommentaren. Är -69:an i dåligt skick. Varför väntar den på sin tur? Menar du vinkelslipskivorna med borren? Alltså ett 6 mm skaft och ett stort centralt hål? Jag använder en borr och (cutting discs) eftersom det är det mest exakta sättet, rotationshastigheten är låg, så den tunna plattan kommer inte att skadas även om verktyget slirar lite.

[@henriklunden4069]

@@GT1900garage Den är inte i så dåligt skick hoppas jag, rostlagad och lackad 1989 men blev stående isärplockad, jag köpte den för drygt 20 år sedan men har inte hunnit slipa bort all färg, så det kan finnas en del rost under. Men av det man kan se är rostlagningen gjord seriöst. Den väntar på alla andra projekt som ska färdigställas, hus, racebil, lekbil, sonens alla bilar, jobb, mm... Adaptern är 6mm i ena änden och sen 22,33mm i den andra, med en liten klack på ca 0,5mm så att den kan hålla fast 0,8mm skivor. Skivorna är gratis och med högre varv går det bra att slipa, men är man inte försiktig så blir det varmt såklart. Men för att kapa bort plåt på trånga ställen är den helt perfekt, med vanliga vinkelslipen måste man ofta ta bort för mycket. Gjorde en kort video som visar mina 3st adaptrar jag har gjort. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g33YhqB3fNGmZ5Y Köpte även 100st lamellsliptrissor till Roloc fäste för ca 4kr SEK/st från Wish när det var kampanj, dom är också bra att slipa med. www.wish.com/product/5cff4bd1fa1e1a7a14482b9c

[@rjung_ch]

Nice, also the behind the scenes as well. 👍💪✌

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, so many comments have requested it so...

[@guyvancutsem7340]

Now you are flying, your skills are very good and nothing seems an obstacle anymore. Continue your superb work. If you remember the seller said a very good car.

[@GT1900garage]

Yes, Rust will be exorcised out of the body, corner by corner...I would like to have a short chat with the seller, but to be honest; he most likely did not understand the actual state of the car... But also, to be honest, thinking the purchase process retrospectively, there were SO many red flags waving around so......

[@trainmantn1928]

I can only admire your work, it is amazing every episode. Can't wait for the next one.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, Apprecieated.

[@oliverroggenbuck7824]

I watched this episode like my favourite detective series. It was so captivating to follow your endavour through the rusty A-pillars. Very entertaining. I understand its so important to remove all that rust and replace the paperthin metal with solid material. Your life might depend on the stability of the structure in case of a heavy accident. Better do what you can to have everything in original or better condition. And thank you so much for those behind the scenes material. I now have even more respect for all the work that you do both in front and behind the camera. What an effort for even the shortest scenes. You spend so much time with this rusty GT, thank you for sharing this adventure with the audience !

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks Oliver for nice comment again. Yes, I think there are worse hobbies than spending your free time to fix the rust bucket. But what a beautiful rust bucket it is...

[@richardgoodge7666]

As always sir amazing work ❤

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you 🙌

[@tiphover9174]

Awesome work. Really enjoy the no talking/explaining everything as you go. Excellent videos

[@GT1900garage]

Glad you enjoyed it. As a Finn, I rather do than talk....

[@acobra67]

I'm a fan of the Opel GT, so I'm always looking out for content on them. But your project is the next level. Not just the car, but the production as well. I always enjoy every episode and can't wait for the next one. You've set the bar high, my friend.

[@GT1900garage]

I appreciate that! Thanks for visiting the channel, and please stay in for the rest of the project...

[@ja_apo]

Love your work so much. Can't understand why you haven't at least one million follower. Keep going. 👍👍👍

[@GT1900garage]

Nah, this content is too narrow segmented for bigger audience. I'm pretty darn happy about the success of the channel already !!

[@davidburne9477]

Your channel and ‘Home Built by Jeff’ are my favourite car build channels. Awesome! Best wishes from Australia.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the tip, Always welcome new series to check out... Thanks and greetings to down under...

[@tiphover9174]

excellent video as always. I really enjoy the no talking/explaining every step...... picture is worth 1000 words. a lot of channels could learn from your approach. excellent work

[@GT1900garage]

Much appreciated! Although lot of potential viewers skip when they see that this is just a music video.. But I'm not into talking...I'm a Finn... I rather do than talk.....

[@werner7423]

Respekt‼️ Respekt‼️ Respekt‼️ Die nächste Baustelle wieder in gewohnter Perfektion abgearbeitet 👍

[@GT1900garage]

Vielen Dank, aber es ist ein verrückter Job

[@killerkane1957]

It’s Sunday AM here in Texas. I was on my way out to my shop to hang suspension parts under my 1964 Chevy II altered wheelbase gasser. I checked my phone and there it was. Another GREAT video from you. A short delay in my own work. I had to see if you were going to cut the whole top off! That A pillar was horrifying. Fixable but a horror nonetheless. You are doing a fantastic job! Thank you for sharing and slowing me down! Can’t wait to see the next video!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks again for the comment and interest towards the channel. I think this car will be much stronger and rigid than before, even stronger that it came from the factory...One thing is certain. I will never ever restore a car that is done from 0.7mm sheet metal...😂

[@HQ1TN]

Great video mate really enjoyed it, Loved seeing your tub of rust. It was the best thing I ever did, It's so cool looking back once it's rust free 👍

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks 👍 Love to see your car had paint on it...I wish I would be in the state of "bodywork done"...

[@LAV-mv4mp]

Still a beautiful work. For video editing, You’re the Norwegian MacGyver !👍

[@JanvanderFlier]

Norwegian MacGyver from....Finland. Shame you haven't noticed even after 28 episodes.

[@LAV-mv4mp]

@@JanvanderFlier Sorry for my mistake ! 🥴

[@LAV-mv4mp]

He will firgive me..................I hope.

[@GT1900garage]

No problem. There are few tips here and there in the episodes, but I have never actually promoted the nationality, so no harm done. I would have corrected it earlier if your pick would have been from the the other side of the border... Thanks for views !!!

[@trickysubject8563]

Breathtaking work my friend, this is going to be one of those bittersweet moments for your viewers. Bitter because the build is over, and sweet completion. Looking forward to the next chapter as always. Thank you for taking the time out to share this journey with us. 🙏🏼

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! But I'm pretty sure that there are still so many episodes to come...This if far from ready..

[@trickysubject8563]

@@GT1900garage definitely a way to go yet, I was just preemptively thinking! It’s because I enjoy it o much. 👍🏼🤓

[@citro-garage]

Great job, even in filming and editing every step! N°1

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much. Appreciate a comment from fellow project youtuber....

[@hans-jurgenf.8627]

Vielen Dank für das sehr interessante Video. Es ist für mich immer wieder faszinierend zu sehen, wie du mein Traumauto, dass ich damals gern gehabt hätte, mit so viel Liebe wieder herstellst. Meinen absoluten Respekt!! 👏👍

[@GT1900garage]

Vielen Dank, und es sieht so aus, als hätten Sie einen schönen Kleinbus. Haben Sie ihn selbst restauriert?

[@hans-jurgenf.8627]

@@GT1900garage Es ist leider nur ein Modell im Maßstab 1:8 Aber auch das ist ein Auto aus meiner Kindheit. Ich wünsche Ihnen weiterhin viel Erfolg mit der Restauration des Opel-GT Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

[@geert0809]

These videos is also a big warning to all the GT owners in the world who think that they have a perfectly restored car. Well.....think again if you see this because when this car is finished, it is the only truly perfectly restored GT in the world. Soldier on my friend!

[@GT1900garage]

I know, one GT owner said that he "hate your channel, because every time I look my GT, I start wondering what actually there is under the paint...."

[@user-rp8kl9yn5n]

Спасибо вам!

[@GT1900garage]

спасибо тебе тоже

[@marcpeters2211]

Another amazing episode, you are doing an impressive job! It is a joy to watch your GT getting better and better.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks a ton!

[@Krunch2020]

I love the metal work!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, usually me too, but sometimes I don't 😂😂

[@billvanheulen6700]

so much fun to watch...thank you for all you do!

[@GT1900garage]

You are so welcome! Stay tuned for more...

[@Wok_Agenda]

Your grandkids will really enjoy this car

[@GT1900garage]

You know, that is the plan.... Trying to make it last next 50 years...

[@andrewthrossell4053]

Still loving the resto.it will be remarkable once complete

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, lets hope that this "once complete" will be during my lifetime...

[@trentyoung1135]

Nice use of cymbal boom stand. Love your videos

[@GT1900garage]

Yes, I have ton of those available 😎 Good part of it is that it have extendable boom, so I can place camera in front of me while stand is still behind of me...And reach to the interior of the car while standing outside of the car... Actually it is quite useful when finding better camera angles.

[@nigelsenior4789]

Another excellent viewing experience, incredible work and skills. Ever wondered what the costs will be when finished, car, materials, time, a lot more than the car's value I'd imagine, but that's not the point is it. Keep hammering.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks. Regarding value: if you rule out the potential labor costs, I have already almost already break even with the purchase price of the car, and since I do every panel myself, there are practically no costs for metal fabrication...BUT if you count in the labor cost , I would be 100K short !!! But what kind of hobby would it be, if it doesn't take all your free time and money...

[@insAneTunA]

As always a joy to watch. A huge 👍

[@GT1900garage]

Glad you enjoyed it. Appreciated !

[@ulliarb]

Das Wort Gedult findet hier eine neue Dimension.

[@GT1900garage]

Danke, manchmal ist es schwer. Aber dann verlasse ich den Stall und genieße den Sommer. Der nächste Winter wird ein echter Test

[@shenpensenge]

Bit by bit it is comming together, great work and recording.

[@GT1900garage]

Yes! Thank you! Hopefully the world is still on its place when this is ready.

[@dougdeeper2537]

Amazed at your patience and perseverance! Kudos! Just a thought. Maybe you could have the metal scraps from the car, forged into a Damascus knife.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, I have gave a lot of thoughts what to do with all the scrap metal taken away from the car...It would be a HUGE Damascus knife 💪😎

[@Zgurkogel]

Yaaay new video and first like! Thank you for bringing this superb video to us. 🙏 Really impressive and clever what you did there with the camera rig. Also very impressed with the A-pillar and roofline repairs... I think I would have smothered the thing in petrol and set it on fire. 😆

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! The camera rig is perfect example for poor mans solution that works adequate enough to be the permanent solution. I needed one shot with it - made it in 30 minutes and used it that day. Next day I googled the factory made models and I decided, why to pay 300€ for something that I already have and use only few times. So now I have motorized and variable speed camera slide ...Well, tossing the car to junk yard has been on my mind few times, but that would be kind of a anti climax way to end the video series. So I guess I am stuck with this.

[@ceesklumper]

The moving camera rig was tops!

[@GT1900garage]

Poor man solution or "fur hat model" as we say here in Finland.

[@ariedekker7350]

Many thanks for this report, I know how much work this can be. Rust is so different on modern cars than it used to be. In the past, a car rusted where there was movement. Modern cars are tested for stress, which means that movement no longer takes place in one place. It remains astonishing to see how you solve problems. I'm waiting for your next report. Vielen Dank für diesen Bericht, ich weiß, wie viel Arbeit das sein kann. Rost ist bei modernen Autos ganz anders als früher. Früher rostete ein Auto dort, wo Bewegung war. Moderne Autos werden auf Stress getestet, was dazu führt, dass die Bewegung nicht mehr an einer Stelle stattfindet. Es bleibt erstaunlich zu sehen, wie Sie Probleme lösen. Ich warte auf Ihren nächsten Bericht.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment Arie, I think you are right. The people in 20 years, renovating cars from 90's and early 2000's are going to have different problems.

[@bobfrankish8883]

Quality work as always.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks again Bob !

[@chriskoenig634]

as usual nice job

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you again !!

[@davidklauer3422]

My favorite channel Ought to have a half million subs

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for kind words. I'm happy with 10K subs, not too much pressure I'd say...

[@ncdave4]

Love the stop-motion demonstration... one thing might make it easier is the button pushing.. they have bluetooth devices for that. Always excited to see the notifications of your vids.

[@GT1900garage]

Yes, I know such thing exists....but too lazy to do online shopping for it 😂

[@penguinsushi8442]

Workers that made these vehicles back in the day been real quiet since this video dropped...

[@GT1900garage]

Its not the workers, it is the overall design of the car...I assume...but still an awesome design it is.....

[@oliverroggenbuck7824]

By the way, as i drove home from work today, i saw an Opel GT Spider conversion in white color with black canvas top. This car looked quite awesome. The driver seemed to enjoy the summer weather a lot. I guess it´s located in the Hamburg northwest suburbs. Maybe some of you GT fans know this car. Must be a pretty rare bird.

[@GT1900garage]

Cool, must have been a beauty. I've never seen that in real life...

[@robertsims6136]

VERY NICE

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, stay tuned for more...

[@magnetfinder7502]

In joying your channel mate I like fabricating But I’m surprised you don’t have a spot welder Best tool I bought 👍

[@GT1900garage]

A spot welder would be nice tho. But as usual, I only would use it few times so no reason to buy one...

[@Kopernikus-g7n]

Diese wunderschönen Karosserien hätten einen umfassenden Rostschutz bereits werksseitig verdient gehabt.

[@GT1900garage]

Ja, Doch leider handelte es sich beim GT um ein Kleinserienprodukt, so dass das Auto in Handarbeit und aus kleinen Teilen gebaut wurde und in der französischen Karosseriewerkstatt nicht als auf den Rostschutz geachtet galt. Deshalb ist GT so selten.

[@Kopernikus-g7n]

@@GT1900garage schade,schade

[@jedgreco]

Can't wait for the next episode 👍

[@GT1900garage]

SLoooowly getting there...

[@JustSayN2O]

11:50 When I saw this I immediately thought: "Game over!" But then I noticed that the video was only at the half-way point.

[@GT1900garage]

Yep, I saw this problem right after sand blasting. But postponed it on and on....now it was time to fix this corner....

[@JesusCeaser316]

Hey hey coole Sache, ich hoffe du wirst lange mit dem Auto Spass haben 👍😊 und denn müsste das in Museum 😀😉

[@GT1900garage]

Das Auto ist nicht so gut verarbeitet, dass es für ein Museum geeignet wäre, aber es ist für hartes Fahren und den Einsatz gemacht ... Ich hoffe, dass meine Söhne es auch in 50 Jahren noch fahren werden

[@narrowgaugegreg]

wow, cymbal stands must be cheap in your part of the world or readily available on the side of the road, which may in fact be the case. great video!

[@GT1900garage]

@@narrowgaugegreg hah, reason is that I have ten of those extra in the music room…also better reach to awkward positions and camera angles with that….

[@TheUlrikkaul]

It is very hard to imagine how much time you use in order to make these videos. Thank you.

[@GT1900garage]

My pleasure, it is "supporting hobby".. Because what kinda hobby it is , if it wont take all your money and free time...

[@jwrappuhn71]

Fantastic.

[@GT1900garage]

Thank You ! Appreciated.

[@georgeclements2742]

The Opel is a bit like a tribute band: a lot of 5he original elements are gone but new arrivals are keeping the legend alive. Best wishes.

[@GT1900garage]

Excellent metaphor. Yet, it will have all the same hits and misses that the original band had 🤘😎

[@mrt7152]

😊 you’re project is going strong. There is this other KZbin channel I am watching it’s called Carted auto Restyling. It’s just a car guy like you and me. And he works like you from his garage. And he uses mainly hand tools. But he is so skilled in metal working and he also explains/teaches you how to do metal work. And no disrespect on your work, you’re work is really good way better than most car restorers. But this Carter guy he is really a next level metal worker, and a really simple guy really down to earth without being arrogant. I have learned I lot of new things by just watching him work. I am sure you will find some nice tips on his channel to which you could implement in your restoration. Take care for now, love your project and your determination.

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment.. I do realize that I am a total novice what comes to sheet metal work. After all, this is my first car project (on top of the easy Mini that I did 15 years ago). And on top of that, I do things my way - not the correct way. But I have one issue that I have wondered, I have seen tons of videos (and in real life) of professional sheet metal patching with nice butt welds, and TIG welded and grinding it to level. Has this ever be done with old European car with 0.7mm sheet metal, or does this work only with American cars where thickness of material is totally different. As an example, I have a fried who is making a T-Ford hotrod, and he was working with the same A-pillar, with material thickness near 2mm instead of this 0,5mm metal that I had to deal with.....I am so jealous for the materials....

[@mrt7152]

@@GT1900garage I am not sure if you should be jealous on the thicker sheet metal. If you’re Opel is made of 2mm sheet metal than you also need a small block v8 to get it up to speed. 😂 In principal the metal work for sheet metal that is 0.5mm thick or 2mm thick is the same. But 2mm tick metal is easier to weld and might be a bit more forgiving but you also need more muscle to work it. But I had no idea that the GT1900 uses 0.5 mm that is indeed very thin. I would expect it to be 0.85mm thick. Which is common for European cars of the 60’s and 70’s.

[@GT1900garage]

@@mrt7152 yes,the factory sheet metal is 0,85mm but it has “worn out” to 0,5mm at some points, such as seal lip areas at timestamp 18:00 . I would like to see a video with proper butt welding fix with 0.85….any pointers?

[@perkulo6379]

This job requires some sisu. 👍

[@GT1900garage]

Hah, definitely. And s**tload of insanity.

[@penguinsushi8442]

19:10 , that editing was SEAMLESS

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks, I tried it once before in some episode, but this one worked better...Three shots combined...

[@MTY_garage]

It’s incomprehensible the hours passed on this project. All in details, when the first drive will coming, all this job will be behind you, and you’ll take a big breath.

[@GT1900garage]

....aand jump right into next project !! Thanks for the comment !

[@MTY_garage]

@@GT1900garage you have already an idea of the next project?

[@GT1900garage]

Kinda... Either looking for a S1 or S2 Lotus Esprit, or making a B-Group replica...

[@MTY_garage]

@@GT1900garage in France those models are quite difficult to find, but an Esprit in V8 would be great. As a french petrolhead, a 205 T16 grB is the only choice to do😝

[@GT1900garage]

@@MTY_garage yes, they are hard to find, at least ones in project condition. And I have two options, 205 or R5 Turbo. Lancia 037 would be awesome, but impossible in my budget….

[@matthewviviano3653]

Factory flaw? No way! It’s weight savings!😂

[@GT1900garage]

Sure it was 😂 Grinding the roof panel to thickness of a tin foil is efficient way to reduce excess weight

[@jst1261]

Super!🏆🏆🏆🏆👌

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you, glad to see you watching every episode 🙏Appreciated.

[@dietmarspriesterbach6]

Sorry for replying late. Let me start by saying that I thought the car was too far gone to be restored, considering the value of the car as such and in my experience a „home mechanic“ doesn’t get it right anymore. Not. That I am a pro but I owned and worked on classic cars for the last 40 years as a hobby! However, let me say that you a great inspiration for me. You do not have more tools and equipment than me and you are not a professional! Nevertheless you are doing excellent work. So maybe I could do similar with my current project car, which is much simpler than yours! (MG TF 1955) When I return home in. 4 to 6 weeks I will start! Hope you will stay motivated 😀! I would suggest you don’t start with mechanical work before the bodywork is done. Distraction is in my experience the start of failure. At least for me. Let me also say that you are becoming better in every episode 👍! Keep up the good work!

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for uplifting comment Dieter ! I had no choice but to start working with the car. That's why I started the KZbin channel, to document my journey with the car that was not worth saving. But after spending a bit too much money for it, and paying s**t load of money to get it transported to Finland, I had two options. Ditch it and lose money, or fix it and have rust free GT at the end. Choice was pretty easy. Good luck with your project... If you have time, and know which way to hold a hammer, everything is doable. Well, after spending 700hours with the sheet metal work, one occasionally want to change he routine once in a while. Therefore doing mechanical work in between, seems a good idea...

[@halimhalim2672]

Spielberg be careful Thanks you I watching you from algeria holiday

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment...And thanks for scarifying your holiday for watching my channel---😎

[@alessandromeyer4888]

Hey man, great work and a helpful motivation for my own cars. 🙂 if you ever have a bit spare cash I'd suggest to look into Milwaukee 12v angle grinder. They make the whole blending much easier and most importantly quieter...

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment, You mean the tiny battery one...To be honest, constant noise from the compressor is bugging me off...

[@Jonas_Aa]

I thought the counter was a like counter. But now I went back and watched episode 1 again and it is an hour counter.

[@GT1900garage]

Yes, I tried to find commercially available hour counter, but could not find any.. So my brother made this counter for me...

[@walterbieniek9802]

The never ending story of rust

[@GT1900garage]

Which is eventually approaching to its closure...hopefully...

[@JBroezel]

All thumbs up!!!

[@GT1900garage]

💪😎

[@IhPost]

With this amount of time, passion and sweat you invested already, have you considered using body tin instead of bondo to filler the car body? Again a wonderful piece of craftsmanship. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@GT1900garage]

This is the topic that I have put actually a quite a lot thoughts in... But I have reached a conclusion, that since I don't have the skills or gears to do that, I have given myself a permission to go easy way here. That is why I try to do all the sheet metal work as precise as possible, so only minimal amount of filler would be needed. Anyhow it will be a huge improvement for original filler/bondo sculpture that it originally was. Also, modern filler/epoxy combos are very durable and should not cause any problems under the paint. Anyhow, I am doing this car for my self for hard driving and daily use, not for display and preserving Opel heritage. Thanks for the comment and views !!! Appreciated.

[@IhPost]

@@GT1900garagefair enough. I see you do think it through 😅 May you have continued joy, to share your passion with us. Chapeau.

[@TheUltimate65]

Its ever more rust the the eye kan see , good work then 😊

[@GT1900garage]

Thanks for the comment. To be honest, there are still places that I need to open...but getting there - corner by corner...

[@it-chemiker]

In all the time I've restored vehicles, the worst thing I've always known at the end is that I'd do it better next time. This is the reason I did it so many times over and over again. 🤣

[@GT1900garage]

aaand I have exactly the same feeling now....

[@it-chemiker]

@@GT1900garage Don't think about it, that's more of a good sign

[@anthonybrand6137]

I'm always impressed with your dedication to restoring this Opel to such a high standard. In particular, your use of innovative methods to solve three-dimensional rusty bodywork problems with practical solutions is very clever.👍👍 The cinematography in presenting this project is also eminently watchable & must involve a lot of work 'off camera'. 👍👍 Just one question comes to mind......how do you find time for these hobbies, especially if you have a full time job?

[@GT1900garage]

Thank you very much! Oh, I have plenty of time. I do this occasionally, not daily basis. Besides, I put my 30 year hobby of football coaching on hold for a while, so I suddenly have 6 evenings a week to spare. And to be honest, I have succeed to fill that gap quite well 😂