I'm back on the abandoned 1750 GTV rebuild, getting into the metalwork at last. Instagram: @jethrojamesbronner Patreon: / jethrobronner Camera Gear: Canon 70D Insta360 One X2 #AlfaRomeoGTV #ClassicAlfa #1750GTV
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@nicolapiccoli81953 жыл бұрын
Can we just appreciate the quality that he puts into making this video?
@clausmadsen67543 жыл бұрын
Pace, editing, narration, cinematography.. everything so soothing
@brianpercival18293 жыл бұрын
I like the quality of the video and seamless information presented. However, the music piano was too loud at the beginning and distracting from his voice and muffled what Jethro was saying. Music ruins these types of videos. It is not needed. Once the music stopped I could hear what he was saying clearly and enjoyed it from that point on.
@dnw19623 жыл бұрын
@@brianpercival1829 I have to say I see it completely opposite. I rather like the music in the early scenes. I also had no issues with understanding the narration with the music in the background.
@GhostyDog3 жыл бұрын
@@brianpercival1829 I didn’t suffer from the issue with the audio mix you refer to, maybe something to do with the device you were watching on?
@marcryvon3 жыл бұрын
@@GhostyDog Me neither. Very nice intro. Very classy. As the car he's working on. Much better looking than his -tough much applauded - daily driver. This one represent Italian Design at it's best. Can't wait to see it complete !
@rodrigopiresk83 жыл бұрын
Jethro Bronner uploaded? The day just got better.
@stevewuertz35983 жыл бұрын
It's humbling to see how good he is. He's half my age and twice as talented
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
That's the magic of editing, I'm still learning everyday.
@HomeBuiltByJeff3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work mate. Heat shrinking can definitely be infuriating so moving on to something else is always a great idea. Looking forward to this build coming together.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 Yeah plus I'm so new to that kind of work, and a lot of it is quite counter intuitive.
@HomeBuiltByJeff3 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I have spent a lot of my time chasing my tail the exact way you were. Less is more when it comes to shrinking in my experience.
@pierrelataillade75643 жыл бұрын
Jethro .....good to see you back on the channel. Just so you know, we're with you with every stroke of the hammer, the squeeze of the drill trigger etc.... You and I know there's a love for this car that requires extraordinary give and takes....At the end of the day your heart and soul will be manifested in a beautiful Alfa.... Stay strong...
@davidstevenson56663 жыл бұрын
It's the honesty of the content in these uploads make them well worth watching. No quick edited highlights showing everything finished in double quick time - that don't happen with old cars, we who do it, know it - and Jethro knows it too and shows the reality of a car build. Tiny steps, the ups and the downs. Another quality video from Mr Bronner.
@matthewalexander67923 жыл бұрын
Awesome Jethro! If there's any car worth restoring, it's the Epic 105! That beautiful body... Just never ceases to amaze me. What a shape! I know the lines so well, having worked on them as a youngster. Keep up the great work, and stay safe and strong! 💪👍
@KSJone3 жыл бұрын
Damn that shot with the 360 camera was awesome! Top tier KZbin production value!
@paulscountrygarage91803 жыл бұрын
Jethro, I began watching your videos as I was interested in a 1969 1750 Berlina here in Australia. I have now bought the car and it is just beginning its journey from Queensland to me in NSW. I’ll do a video of it once it’s in my garage. Keep up the great work mate.
@MrKjlassoc3 жыл бұрын
I'm always left thinking that Jethro is the Omega Man of South Africa.
@Sager-fs9bv3 жыл бұрын
I have 40 years in the resto trade and you are doing good work for someone that isn’t a body guy. When your shrinking you need someone to hand the torch to so you can get the hammering and cooling done quick. Set up is key so it is quick but not rushed. You should get a slapper for working the hot spot too. Much better then a hammer. Keep up the good work mate.
@RestorationApprentice3 жыл бұрын
Love the video! What I'm even more impressed than your mechanical skills is that you're able to keep your clothes so clean doing all this work!
@nathanglynn7443 Жыл бұрын
lots of passion here, my classic daily driver had bad floor pans, aftermarket sound deadener was just a sponge for water, i ended up removing said deadener, grinding whatever i could and then coating it with rustoleum rust reformer, most holes were pin holes and the biggest was the size of a large coin. im no welder nor do i have access to one so after the rust reformer i put down some aluminium butyl tape to cover the holes before more rust reformer over the top. Not the best solution but should last another 10-20 years before i need to worry about doing some welding. I hope one day to have that skill and knowledge.
@jackp13513 жыл бұрын
The super wide-angle fisheye view of the interior @ <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="300">5:00</a> is genius and goes perfectly with your narrative. 👍
@mylifewithporsche3 жыл бұрын
Just picked up a 98% un-molested, rust-free(so it "appears") 1974 115! So a new owner, fresh into the Alfa world and totally stoked! Great videos, I'm learning tons. Thanks and what a great car. Smitten.
@Darthvolvo3 жыл бұрын
These videos are so relaxing and wholesome to watch. Top notch restoration job Jethro!
@honestpat77893 жыл бұрын
The fisheye camerawork is awesome. As is your craftsmanship on cars. Wish you did more frequent videos 👌
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to give it a go! Going to aim at 1 per week
@barryjorrie2 жыл бұрын
Love your collection bud! I am a South African living in the USA but have a restored '71 GTV at my property in Hartenbos.
@stevevisek74223 жыл бұрын
You do some brilliant work! Hat's off to you, sir!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@Matteo_Licata3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back on youtube. The skill and patience you have never ceases to amaze me! I agree with you that Ocra is a seriously cool shade for the GTV.
@edgarbeat2753 жыл бұрын
Agreed I subscribed early on I just love his enthusiasm and honesty.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Good to see you here my friend!
@edgarbeat2753 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I have not forgot the alfa glass sign I'm going to make for your workshop. It's a thank you for your highly quality videos. Plus a splash of light and colour. Virus situation has held things up. Roadsterlife and Jethro fantastic channels
@edgarbeat2753 жыл бұрын
I may even do a video or two showing progress. Finishing up projects before I start
@daveffs19353 жыл бұрын
looking forward to this build, my favourite car
@tuneskramer693 жыл бұрын
Another masterpiece, also nice to see Porco in the background
@jixuscrixus19673 жыл бұрын
I have a 1970’s Ford Escort with a similar number of small (possibly hail damage) dents, I hired a guy from ‘dent-master’; he took half a day worked without a break using his special tools and he popped all the dents out, no heat, no suction cups or glue pads, just a series of long ‘spoons’ with a fulcrum pivot braced against the nearest support. Roof looks good as new now, and his 4/5hrs call out charge was less than €250.
@samcoote96533 жыл бұрын
ohhh some sheetmetal work, love it!!
@saturnynetitan3 жыл бұрын
I'm the 100th "Like". You and a new Soup Classic Motoring video in one day. Woohoo! Thanks Jethro!
@tomblatch15943 жыл бұрын
For sure, this and SOUP are two of the best!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
I love Soup, such a great channel. His editing skill is unbelievable.
@steenhansen83 жыл бұрын
You rarely call-in experts but surely you must be consulting some, now and then? Beautiful craftmanship Jethro. Keep rocking.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
I do regret not calling in an expert on those roof dents, but experts are few and far between in SA.
@tomvetter69283 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for you, and you deliver. You're skill set is ever improving. Keep on, keeping on Jethro!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@rdencys3 жыл бұрын
it looks so good in silver colour , like black and white photograph.
@samuelashwinroy93923 жыл бұрын
I watch US resto shows and watchedem all, so nice to see this ! 💪👍
@red75v673 жыл бұрын
Great to see you doing this. I sold my 2000 GTV before it was finished. Not a good decision. Keep it up and this will be one stunning car.
@davidraezer59373 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work Jethro! I’m nervous as well doing body repairs but I can’t afford to send it out so I will be in your shoes this fall.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, when you do it yourself you can see why good body shops charge so much.
@brucebrown96043 жыл бұрын
Impressive craftsmanship and patience! I can confirm that aligning the front and rear bumpers to be inline with the bodylines and bodytrim makes an incredible visible impact, and it is well worth the extra effort.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's something that really stands out when it's right.
@123grimmboy3 жыл бұрын
If making another run at the roof and using heat, torch, try adding an ice soaked rag or a keyboard duster can turned upside down has a nice cooling affect to shrink and reduce the tin canning.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
I'll combine that with a shrinking disc and see how it goes.
@GhostyDog3 жыл бұрын
Great update, looking forward to seeing this car come together, you’re spot on about the details, when I had mine restored there’s so much more that could have been done on the metal, I look at it now and I’m very critical, yet many people don’t see what I see. Restoring old cars to a good standard is hugely time consuming, but it is time well spent. 👍🏻
@ozrbfan3 жыл бұрын
makes me miss my 1750 GTV more
@michaelreece4583 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, beautiful work.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@mikehunt43753 жыл бұрын
The correct name for the piece you cut out is a roof bow, structure which supports the roof skin and the screens are front and rear header rails. Connenction between roof and roof bow should be adhesive, but obviously welded to the B pillars.
@danneil87783 жыл бұрын
I am so glad I can do all this work vicariously. Thank you.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@danneil87783 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I'm a reporter for the Wall Street Journal in the USA. I just sent you an email. Many thanks.
@shawn571873 жыл бұрын
I hope you’re staying safe given recent events.
@cesarmagdaleno60093 жыл бұрын
I think 20 - 30 minute videos are great. Thanks for the great content.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Good to know! Thank you!
@2LV23 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the original colour! Please restore to original finish. I agree, the black leather will look so good against it.
@GGPiano972 жыл бұрын
Ciao Jethro, your videos are awesome! All you need for a relaxing evening are your videos and a glass of delicious wine. But unfortunately I have something to complain about.. Please do not use gloves while working on the drill. The machine does not stop and this can cause very serious accidents. But you still do a great job! Safety first.
@JethroBronner2 жыл бұрын
I will keep that in mind, thank you
@elpepito9573 жыл бұрын
I agree, giallo ocra is a fantastic color
@upfactoryracing41483 жыл бұрын
It is a true craft when metal working. She is coming along splendidly. I don't mind the 20min videos so you do what you need to.
@ncdave43 жыл бұрын
It IS the little things that make it come together... thanks for sharing the complete story.
@demodansoundwavemusic96773 жыл бұрын
always happy to see another video from you
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@3ducs3 жыл бұрын
Back in the day we called that color baby s**t brown. I learned rust repair on my first car, purchased in 1967, a 1964 registered 101 Series Alfa Sprint 1600 Normale. The first of many Alfas to follow until I had had enough in the 1990s, a man should know his limits. Now I daily drive a 2016 Mazda MX-5/Miata and am, with 71,000 trouble free miles on it, very happy. Cars have come a long way but I won't be making the transition to electric cars, I like engines and shifting gears too much. But the GTVs are beautiful cars, if I had the means I would have another one, they just look so right.
@JunkVWs3 жыл бұрын
An update 😮 Thought this would go to the corner 😂
@brunonjezic62083 жыл бұрын
Great fish eye shot! I love the filming style equally as the build and naration!
@AdvSouthAfrica3 жыл бұрын
Yes Yes Yes! So great to see a fellow South African working with their hands! Looking great!
@gothicpagan.6663 жыл бұрын
As a wise man once said "If your not great at welding, make sure your good at grinding" 👌
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Ain't that the truth...
@eriktsm63333 жыл бұрын
really cool project! I just bought a giulietta quadrifoglio so Im a part of the alfa clan now XD
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@michaelstaley22413 жыл бұрын
Presentation top quality very talented young man knowledge is excellent. Yes a very beautiful car .😎
@TheHeretic4353 жыл бұрын
motorbike glanced off my front fender, bending the flat wheel arch facia cleanly in at about 45 deg. So the other day I get a shifter and a soft cloth and try levering it out - ruined the line and made it worse
@kenwilson23153 жыл бұрын
Welcome back. You have been sorely missed. The video quality is absolutely over the top. THANKS, Mr. Bronner.
@JJTWagenaar3 жыл бұрын
Made my day Jethro! Lovely to see, both the work in the movie as well as your work on the video. Keep them coming!
@makhoe13 жыл бұрын
always was a good-looking car, and it still is.
@jn80923 жыл бұрын
I love the use of washing-up gloves for painting!
@kiwizz21773 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video mate. By the way , looks like you’re using to much pressure on the spray painter. Check out the videos of the Australian car painter “ The Gunman “ Lots of good tips from this guy when spray painting a car. Cheers !
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
I will check it out, thanks! I think I saw some of his videos a few years back.
@gavin65383 жыл бұрын
I might be a bit late but a shrinking disk on an angle grinder will sort that roof in no time. Even I managed to use it. Great work I don’t know how you get so much done.
@alphanuevo3 жыл бұрын
Nice work. You're brave for taking this on! Cheers.
@johna11603 жыл бұрын
There are times when employing the good ol' eye-ometer is the best approach. Looks like you nailed it, Jethro.
@andreagargiulo62303 жыл бұрын
Excellent work!!! Perfect👍👍
@srdjanrapaic31843 жыл бұрын
Can´t wait to see more videos.
@JHMBB23 жыл бұрын
beautifully edited, and beautiful craftsmanship. bravo
@thomasmulhall48733 жыл бұрын
Great work, Jethro. Suggest using a non shrinking seam sealer in the bonnet, never over bare metal. Silicone has a tendency to rot sheet metal. Suggest a 2 part sound deadener material, such as Sem 39977. This will stop flapping, and keep moisture out. Do Not use foam- it will cause waves in your metalwork. Cheers
@rpeterson2233 жыл бұрын
Nice seeing your determination to get it right.
@AlexInde3 жыл бұрын
loved that insta360 one x2 shots from inside the chassis, smart integration!
@laurentiuprisacariu99053 жыл бұрын
no video is too long Jethro. I even waited for the ads to finish. you keep our Alfa spirit alive 😍
@sebastiandasilva47503 жыл бұрын
Great work, it takes you time, but that the way to learn. Getting experienced is not free I guess. Regards from Uruguay !
@friguy44443 жыл бұрын
Top work and so glad to get videos from you every time! I must say though I've seen some of what's happening in your country. I pray and hope you are well and okay.
@Mudgrove3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jethro from Sydney Australia. Silicone inside the bonnet.... maybe sikaflex should have been used as a bonding agent (or something like it) instead. It does get hot when it goes off, so problems can arise there.... but the joins/seams will never accept paint as there's silicone there now. Unless perhaps a thin wipe of seam sealer can cover up the silicone? Not sure. Anyway, good work mate, it's starting to come together. Cheers !
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm going to have to re-visit this hood, such an amateur mistake...
@bobj32513 жыл бұрын
So nice to see you back buddy let's get cracking on this lovely car
@tomblatch15943 жыл бұрын
Excellent work! Just keep ticking the jobs off the list and you'll get there. Keep the updates coming!
@CaptainLila3 жыл бұрын
Very Nice work!
@gurgen163 жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff mate, keep at it! Just one suggestion: reconsider the moments you are wearing your gloves, they can be pretty dangerous when operating the cutting disc or the drill. Unfortunately witnessed a friend of mine basically destroy his finger as his glove got caught in a drill...
@Misunderstoodboygenius3 жыл бұрын
So good to see a new video!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it!
@ramarakeshv3 жыл бұрын
Awesome work
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@1BCamden3 жыл бұрын
Calm measured progress, it’s what dreams are made of
@marcryvon3 жыл бұрын
As an old Black man, I should'nt be here. You obviously are of the priviledged minority of South Africa.(What an impressive home shop you got there BTW !) BUT, despite our skin color difference, we are both basically and eternally gearheads, loving finest automobiles. An Alfa brotherhood of kind. ✌🏽 I do admire your talents and determination to revive old Italian gold !🤩 Hats off, son, you do great. Can't wait for your new - awesome - video. Cheers !
@electroborg3 жыл бұрын
"As an old Black man, I should'nt be here"
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
One of my greatest joys in life has been making friends through classic cars, all around the world. From Cape Town to Oslo, Nairobi to LA, Tokyo to Barbados. So welcome aboard my friend!
@malcolmscott41503 жыл бұрын
Just brilliant craftsmanship Jethro - I love the 105 however an Alfa body from this vintage are wonky by now and your patience and attention to detail is inspiring- great progress :) 👍
@fractalrender3 жыл бұрын
Jethro, great work!!! Just in case you didn’t know, I know this for seeing it being done, the thing with the roof, you first hammer it, then apply the heat with the torch in the place it’s stretched until its nearly bluming red, then with a very wet rug, place it in the place very quickly and it will shrink the point. You have to do this severeal times its how it used to be done, I’ve seen it done with acetilen blow torch, not shure if the map torch is enough, nevertheless its great to see your videos!!! Best of luck!!!
@georgfriedrich33593 жыл бұрын
great job
@LucDesaulniers13 жыл бұрын
You’re back !
@alfatechniks8873 жыл бұрын
Nice job Jethro, keep them coming and great to see progress on the GTV. Every project is a journey in its own right and every Alfa owner knows it! I started converting my doors 6 months ago and still not finished!
@jamalhussain91623 жыл бұрын
Amazing to see another video from you mate, big fan👍
@michalchlup67583 жыл бұрын
This video is just great. Thank you for showing all the process in real time, not speed up. Even though I enjoy that kind of video too, this shows how patient you need to be and how much time it really takes. I always wish to have such project in my garage, but now I am a bit more realistic and less "romanticaly optimistic" about it :D
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Haha, maybe a motorcycle then?
@michalchlup67583 жыл бұрын
@@JethroBronner I sold my 164 and bought old Mini, that's a smaller chunk to bite :D
@FeeeshEP33 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely one of the best colors! Nice to see an update on the GTV.
@jocking33 жыл бұрын
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1165">19:25</a> - do NOT use silicone sealants on cars. If they are the incorrect type they can cause corrosion very fast. To places like that I'd use polyurethane based sealant/adhesive.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Yes I realise I've made a mistake, I'll change it out for an acrylic sealant/polyurethane sealant.
@tonyreitbauer90753 жыл бұрын
You've got talent! Phenomenal! I cannot wait for th next "instalment"! Great work!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@julianpighin15723 жыл бұрын
This video ended too soon! Really loving the care you put on this vehicles
@towerdave48363 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@TheDasbull3 жыл бұрын
Thank You for the video! Always nice to see an Alfa being brought back to life 🙂. Beautiful car, even in bare metal and on a rotisserie 👍
@carlosceoofredlinequickshift3 жыл бұрын
I do love that year alfa 🥰
@NanceChuck3 жыл бұрын
Crazy cars. I’ve had a few. Love what you do!
@jeffmac30713 жыл бұрын
Jethro amazing work. That garage is cleaner than mine.
@mikaeljonsson46863 жыл бұрын
Thats one extremely tidy and roomy workshop! But I'm not jealous.... not me... 😉
@iracema13 жыл бұрын
Great to see the video and much positive forward motion on the project. So glad you are going to paint it ochre. When I saw Shayan’s car I can’t tell you how good it looked. Kudos!
@JethroBronner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, and that car, along with Nicolas Derosa's car, was a huge inspiration to me.