Project Kermit 34: A Series Land Rover Full Restoration

[@maximusironthumper]

When I re-fitted the door skins to the door frames I should have used some kind of mastic between them. I simply forgot to do so (I spent ages cleaning off the old stuff so no excuse for no knowing!), I only noticed when a patron pointed it out (cheers Andy!). I'll probably just live with it as is (there's lots of paint on both and cold galv on the frames) but thought it worth mentioning it here in case anyone is following along at home with their own Land Rover 😉

[@nickboylen6873]

Covering the primed frames in tape would give a neat, easy and even barrier before fitting the skin. I like the headlining you used and it went in very neatly. I just hope the glue is strong enough to resist the heat it might get from a black roof in summer!

[@nickboylen6873]

@AllSortsOfStuff58 I used seam sealer and regretted it. It’s very thick and doesn’t squeeze well, so deforms the skin easily. Really wish I’d thought of tape before I built the doors! Tape would also allow for easy disassembly in the future, but seam sealer will bond the frame and skin together and will result in the skin being destroyed if you try to separate it from the frame.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear @@nickboylen6873 👍👌👏 Exactly what I instantly thought too. The roof was white out of this reason. At least the roof should have the gorgeous sand- orange colour. Would be a nice contrast too. Additionally I would've used bed liner paint for the roof. No scratches would be visible then. I don't know why MI used black paint at all (personal preference I guess). Black parts get very hot in summer and black parts are looking dirty much faster than the sand- orange parts. Nevertheless is the whole restoration a big success of course. Best regards, luck and health in particular.

[@NathanNostaw]

I just thought you had chosen to not use anything. :) I suppose the worst case is some vibrations, but you likely won't hear them over all the other noises.

[@RobertLukierski]

At least spray some cavity wax (like Sikagard / Dinitrol / 3M) in those seams, not as good as OEM seam sealer but better than nothing. Might be worth buying a bit more of this wax and spraying it inside the frame and other similar spaces in the body.

[@Patmac74]

I keep saying it...... Grandad is an absolute trooper. He knows his stuff and isn't afraid to get stuck in. Precious experiences.

[@JackBealeGuitar]

I love their relationship. I lost all my grandparents at a young age (one I never met) and I know I'd have had the best time with them as an adult

[@rudolphbondefangerer5513]

Never underestimate the old. My nephew, just under 30, needed help lifting some beams from his trailer. Heavy, he said. So he asked my old father, 84, for help. When the old man came, the "boy" was inside to eat. So my father just lifted the beams from the trailer, piled them up, and went home.

[@ASBO_LUTELY]

I have just the one grandparent left, he's a character and a half; Much like Max's.

[@coyle102]

Max I love when you go to your hedge it's like a magic wardrobe for car parts

[@grahameroberts8109]

It could do with some Agent Orange! 😱🙈👍🏻🙏👍🏻

[@mattnoyes7729]

I sometimes wonder if he lives in Solihull and the brambles were put in place of the landrover spare parts division

[@chrisberry4597]

I really admire the way you treat your grandad, such kindness and respect.

[@stevepettifer4896]

Grandad looked ready to go greenlaning when he got behind the wheel!

[@philthorpe4549]

Not a corner cut, and it shows! Kermit is looking bloody marvellous Max. Well done.

[@jackmartin9008]

grandadironthumper is a absolute legend.

[@TheTwoFingeredBulldog]

Your grandad is a true inspiration.

[@BaggieReg63]

Fantastic Max. So good to see Grandad enjoying helping out. What would I give to be able to spend more time with my Grandad...

[@KevinSalt-u1y]

Champion, ey your granddads face , worth every moment. What a fantastic build that chariot is.

[@yanmontego]

Hi Max I contacted you way back during lock down. My Landrover has not progressed very much since then. It is more or less at the same stage at the beginning of this film. Although it being an entirely different build. 1960 swb. Keeping its original Haverfordest, Ford main dealer black and white check paint work, fitted with a Series 2a petrol engine and gearbox. You have inspired me to push on and get it driving. (The engine, that sat in my shed for 17 years. When i tried to start it, with new plugs, leads, Points, distro cap, points, rota arm and leads. It burst into life immediately, running of a petrol can on the floor. thanks Max I will have it driving by next Summer. Will send pics Thanks

[@keithbarker-e4q]

Windy window things , cant see them catching on " dry humor at its best. Love the vids. All the best keith

[@MrSpaced123]

Like for Grandad!!

[@duncanandrews6727]

Raising the bar there, for a one man land rover restoration.

[@adamcfmacdonald]

Granddad! And a working Kermit! 🎉 Edit: Wait - Granddad was in WW2?? You should interview him for the channel.

[@SteHughes90]

Your grand dads a legend, what a man

[@Crowtherstephen79]

Your videos are always great, but made extra special when Grandad is in them. You’ve clearly both got such a special bond ❤

[@JimPrice-e6j]

"It's just patience really". Nice one grandad!

[@rastarockstevie]

Granddad is having a blast! A sand blast, that is!

[@monkeyman2895]

Serious bragging rights knowing every bit and bob of a vehicle since you personally restored it.

[@MrPhilbrooke]

Thank you for your service grandad.

[@pauljones2633]

Looking absolutely fantastic. Great as always to see Grandad, dare I say it, he’s the star of the show these days 😂

[@paulburroughs1313]

So good seeing this project coming together so wonderfully--with your Grand Dad helping, truely the best of times!

[@anuverun6762]

Great episode, it's coming together nicely. That friendly jay makes me smile, it must be great to have it visiting.

[@KrisDouglas]

Watching you and grandad at your home, working on your land rover together says one simple thing, you are the true definition of a rich man. Thank you for sharing this build with us, it really is more than just another workshop job.

[@Soupyxo]

i love seeign grandad in the videos, and sharing that first drive with him is definitely a special moment. glad you let us be a part of that with you ❤

[@David-lb4te]

Your Grandad is fab. Live long and prosper.

[@stefanowitch1969]

"And they've got these new fangled windy window things that I can't see that catching on" I completely agree! Give me sliding windows anytime, much more reliable and easier to use! (Citroën Ami6 driver here)

[@SmR8008]

That Jay was looking at home in the shed. Good to see Grandad getting involved too.

[@mpersad]

The craftsmanship that you, and grandad, exhibit in all your work is humbling. Project Kermit is another terrific series on your terrific channel. Thank you Max.

[@Stuartrusty]

Your Grandad and you are a great team. I like how you are leaving some character in the old girl. I'd describe the whole project so far as a professional restomod with character. Admire all the skills that your Grandad and you are using to get project Kermit moving forward. Kudos to you both.

[@Dominic.Minischetti]

Absolutely fantastic! Watching your Granddad helping makes it all the better!

[@PDLiggett]

Came back to rewatch this wonderful Grandad episode. What a cool guy and a neat relationship between you both. This, and any other footage you captured, Max, will make great memories! ~Tallyho, Grandad.

[@AndrewJohn5544]

Love how you go to the brambles and find what you was looking for straight away even though it was obviously put there years ago

[@dragontattooee]

Love seeing Granddad in videos, when he drive Kermit you could see his joy

[@martinjustice]

Good to see you bring joy to what you do. Invaluable help from Grandad as always and a shipping forecast-esque '700 Grubenses for north of a tenner' cracked me up. Hope you realise that you will have to register Kermit on a Jay plate now.

[@joshuabrown3293]

Excellent work as always! The 3 galvanised panels/strips you removed from the back of the truck cab aren't to 'hold' on the canvas tilt, they're rain channels!

[@mikeroutledge6929]

Great to see grandad helping out, really enjoying this restoration

[@troyboy4345]

What bloody lovely memory for the G pops, ..... nice one matey !

[@kentauree]

Lovely to see the two of you working together.

[@brianpaige4884]

Memory's to look back on working with grandad....now I'm a grandad in my 70s thinking about when I used to tinker about with him wish there was Camara TEC...so I could look back on

[@sprint955st]

1:28 “I’m happy with that” nice one, if he’s ticked it up it’s going to be a good day.

[@jonarnejorgensen1179]

Looks very smart with the yellow and black. :)

[@PaulMcGuinness]

Forget about Kermit (as goot as it is..), we all need a Grandad like that ❤

[@SHGRetro]

That paint job colours actually looks pretty smart! BUT...We are all waiting for you to make the Jay bird a house out of an old leaf spring and a brake drum😁

[@andyjota8906]

I think those old pressed truck cab roofs look well with a patina on them if you made it perfect it wouldnt look right great to see Granddad out and about and having a go with his sleeves rolled up😉 That blue Jay is very tame isnt he.

[@mickb6285]

Kermits coming on a treat. I think the door hinge modification is excellent, i'm going to do mine. With standard S3 hinges the passenger side door is constantly seizing due to lack of use

[@williambowman7589]

Fantastic video Maximus, your grandfather reminds me a little bit of Captain Tom👍

[@marcduthie4327]

Love your work on this. You and your Grandad rock. Looking forward to seeing the finished product. Marc from Australia.

[@barnabyskuse4854]

Granddad is a legend ❤

[@richardmaxfield8339]

Enjoyed every minute ...many thanks

[@mattryan9427]

Max, I really enjoy your videos. Especially when your Grampa is featured in them. It makes me happy to see you and him get along so well. I truly feel your grandpa enjoys the time you spend with him. On one hand it makes me a little sad, because when I had the chance to spend time with my poppa I was in the grips of a drug addiction and let that precious time slip away. I'm 51 now and have been off the drugs since 2011. There not a day that go's by I don't think about all those times gone by when I had the chance. I now live with my regrets, and hope someone reading this will make them think a little about it. Once again I am filled with happiness when I see you and your grandad working together. Your a good dude. Never change. Sincerely your loyal subscriber.

[@Bret4207]

Nice job Max! And, as always, seeing you working with Grandad just makes it extra special. God bless him, he reminds me so much of my late father in law! Treasure him!

[@georgeclements2742]

Super progress, and getting near to completion now. Grandad is a wonderful example of living in old age rather than just existing. Best wishes to you both.

[@casto-]

I’ve gotta admit, I’ve really enjoyed your rebuild series but seeing grandad sat driving Kermit has definitely been the highlight so far. Fair play to the old lad, I hope I’m like him at his age!

[@mceajc]

Absolute joy! Thinking back on all the work to get to this point - it's so daunting, but bit by bit - here you are. Inspirational stuff.

[@kevinsimpson7114]

Amazing Grandad, fantastic job and well done Max.👍🏻😘

[@JAY61ish]

Speaking as a Grandad to younger kids all I can say Max. is I hope I'm as good a Grandad as yours.. He is bloody marvellous.. Kermit is looking spot on too. Well done the Kermit Team.. 👍👌

[@gbentley8176]

Progress and Grandad. Excellent video, thank you for posting. .Best wishes to you both.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

I got a really good sense for the attraction of restoring old vehicles like this at a gut level from this video. Watched your previous videos, but this one landed.

[@ASBO_LUTELY]

Nice random bird shot.

[@martinkavanagh196]

- Like everybody else is saying ... Bloody BRILLIANT work.

[@jonjones1290]

Awesome Grandad content. Priceless memories. 😊 A Clatonrite diamond shaped filling strip tool would be a worthwile investment, they are cheap as chips and once used you never go back

[@Mothership110]

Really enjoy the way you work. This video was special.

[@Simon78]

Looking great! I hope grandad knows how much he is adored by your viewers!!!

[@twotone3070]

Fantastic episode. Thanks for the vicarious achievements.

[@nicholasviney5975]

Kermit is looking good, not long ago unloved in a hedge and with a bit of time looking very smart

[@iscariotproject]

i like you grandad he aint afraid of helping

[@jonhargrave5332]

Top job as always love to see grandad involved like working with father in law and he's 94 but loves to get hands on

[@greggferns3278]

I like how you leave the imperfections.It's a Land Rover.I've got a series3 which I've been working on for 6 years ish and I've tried not to lose sight of the fact that it's an agricultural vehicle at heart

[@shanemccauley8354]

Great video thanks for taking care of Grandad. They are such a treasure and so special, I miss mine horribly. Thanks again

[@paulkornegay]

Looks great. Fine job. Just a little more to go.

[@Bullorg]

Grandad is a champ. I wish I had the upandgo he has. Also really good series of a series.

[@chrissmith7655]

Hi Max and Grandad, looking really good, well done. From Nr Chester.

[@Vineleafstudio]

You’re doing a fantastic job Max, Grandad must be very proud watching you work. Great to see him having a go too

[@marksweetman8765]

Excellent vid Max. Thanks for sharing

[@mully89]

Love it, Kermits looking amazing. Well done for saving and reusing so many of the old parts, great effort 👍

[@MartsGarage]

Hi Max. the truck looks great as an iconic pickup. It occurred to me that not many folk of Grandad's age go to bed at night with a sense of accomplishment. That's priceless. Looking forward to seeing the final stages of the build. All the best, Mart from Mart's Garage.

[@---Kevin-J-Ripley---]

Its really great to see you two working together,and wont be long until the project is complete enough for the MOT.

[@gwiz1307]

Looking great as a pick up.

[@pj7484]

We love your grandad, he’s such a good helper!👍❤️

[@ahmedmeshkin4599]

grandad is proper lad, nice to know you have built something with him that will last you until end of the world really enjoying your videos, cheers from bosnia max :)

[@cossied01]

What a team.

[@remog38]

Excellent Max bloody good job .

[@nigelweaving9045]

I love Landrovers, Meccano for Dads. Loved my old V8, sadly I had no money or anywhere to work on it easily. Replaced the back end of the chassis in a friends back garden, great fun. You have done a wonderful job on Kermit.

[@richardingle7540]

That's one stunning looking landy right there 😮😊

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

As a granddad myself, it is sheer joy when you can spend time with one of your grandchildren. I can see it in your granddad's eyes. It's quite a joy for him to spend time with you and take part in your projects.

[@MrMannakin]

Awesome attention to detail!

[@AsherPardey]

I only found this series a few weeks ago, and I've just finished binge-watching the whole Kermit Series! I love what you've done! Kermit looks amazing!

[@stephengent9974]

Gramps is quite a character

[@Classiccarbscouk]

Great machine 👏 looks very nice 👌

[@simonallan8025]

Bloody brilliant 👏

[@skyll4141]

looks great.. good job there mate.

[@timlarcombe9096]

Well done, excellent vlog.

[@HiVizCamo]

No flies on granddad, and no glasses either! Remarkable and impressive, a model for us all.

[@MotoTourIreland]

Grandad is a hero.

[@hansdenotter7376]

Pure skill..!

[@Kriss_L]

Great series.

[@tomhodgkinson8629]

That looks mint 👌 well done mate

[@nnglnd]

I recon you have done a good job. Also it's been good to watch.