Porsche 911 (87): Wheel Well & Fender Restoration

[@jamescopsey2837]

As a serial watcher of classic Porsche related videos, I really think yours are up there with the very best of them. Your care, precision and sheer love of these cars shines through. Well done indeed. Wish I had one iota of your skill to lavish on my '89 3.2.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, James. Means a lot.

[@andymoser4959]

I realized about halfway through I'd already watched this. Don't care, watched it again. 👌

[@GreasyFingers]

I guess you must have fallen asleep the first time … 😆

[@Mr10usdad]

It is great to watch someone who is really good at something.

[@teddybear2123]

Top quality repair! Looking forward toward new episodes.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, man! And you won’t have to wait long!

[@Matteo_Licata]

First :) Glad to watch one of your delightful restoration videos again. I never tire of seeing classics being taken such good care of, and I hope to get one myself soon enough. By the way, congratulations on your new merch! The tees look good, well done!

[@GreasyFingers]

😆😆 Thanks, Matteo! I‘m looking forward to see where your love will go. Let me guess: starts with Al and ends on eo?

[@Matteo_Licata]

@@GreasyFingers That's a very good guess ;) But it may also end up being a Lancia...

[@2000wrx]

Honesty, you are one of the only content creators I would actively fund to ensure I continue to get 911 content. My SC owes you a debt as I will be tackling many of the project you have done with your lovely Carrera!

[@GreasyFingers]

Send me a picture of your SC please and let me participate in how it improves …

[@GH-rr7tk]

Enjoying these repair videos immensely, keep them coming please

[@GreasyFingers]

Will do. Glad you like em!

[@abuhamza1970]

Beautiful work, I admire your approach and integrity in getting this German beauty back to her best. Please make more videos like this. These videos are so much better than those heavily edited videos where everything works first time and goes smoothly. I would happily watch hour long videos of watching you work. Kind regards

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks very much for your comment. Tastes like honey.

[@gregsnell965]

That mobile lift!!!

[@m0d.]

Wow! Your work is just pure magic!

[@GreasyFingers]

That’s very kind, thank you. Maybe just a little bit exaggerated. ☺️

[@raisingjunior6389]

Fantastic repair, taking care of it now saved having much bigger problems later on. The new shop looks great too, keep the videos coming :)

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Geoffrey. Check back soon. I’m glad I can rely on your preliminary work on priming when it comes to protecting it.

[@reinluftgekuhlt9713]

Wie bei jedem Deiner Projekte am elfer , ist es mir ein Genuss , Dir zuzuschauen .Daumen hoch !

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke fürs Feedback, freue mich riesig!

[@enricocastelli7905]

Absolutely fantastic video. Love the visuals, the explanation and the humour! Please do make more!

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, Enrico. Your wish is my command!

[@justintian1218]

This is just beautiful craftsmanship to preserve the waves, hammering that steel! Awesome!

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah, I thought not a second that I could just weld it up flat.

[@peaktraveller]

Lovely job.

[@simmersonwheels7724]

Thankyou for setting such a good example of making the extra effort to make everything better, not just the part you are focused on. Love that car lift too. I have an 86 red coupe that came from texas to the west coast of Canada, on a small island called Quadra, and it lived down a gravel road. I bought it with the engine in pieces and enjoy driving it through our winding coasts and forests. Thanks for the motivation to make it better

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks for the comment. I googled Quadra, this must be 911 driving heaven.

[@911engineguy]

Very cool portable hoist and workspace.

[@richardmcallister4741]

Good to see the Carrera again. I thought it'd be in much better shape but I'm sure you get there.

[@GreasyFingers]

Yeah, thought so too. 😕

[@Kai77884]

Hallo ein schönes Video und wie immer super Arbeit 👍👍.Mit freundlichen Grüßen aus dem Ruhrgebiet 👋👋👋✌️ Kai

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Kai! Eigentlich wollte ich ein bisschen am Porsche schrauben, weil ich ein paar Tage Pause von den Karosseriearbeiten an der Giulia wollte. Das hat jetzt eher nicht geklappt.

[@Kai77884]

@@GreasyFingers ja es kommt immer anderes als man denk😉 aber trotzdem super Arbeit 👍👍👍

[@neilthaxter9800]

I just love your videos. I could watch these all day long. Hopefully one day I'll have 5% of your skills. I have a 87 Targa that has seen much better days...

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, Neil. An 87 Targa is a great car. I’ve only just restored a Targa roof for a friend and seeing his car in my workshop from time to time has rectified my miss-belief that Targa’s only work with the small body. And you have the G50 which is awesome. What colour is yours?

[@neilthaxter9800]

@@GreasyFingers It does indeed have the G50. It's currently badly painted in Guards Red, the original colour is Cassis Red Metallic (80D) which I plan on returning it to when I eventually get to that point. I was very unsure about this colour, but it has really grown on me. Very retro 80s feel. It needs quite a bit of work before paint though. Outer sills, kidney bowls and door jams are the biggest issues. Plus some minor work around the inner/outer front wings. That I know of so far! 😬

[@yankee_911_guy]

Amazing work. Calming just to watch this video.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Corey. It’s great that you say that because creating a relaxing atmosphere in fact is one of my targets when I do my movies.

[@gerardvalat7354]

Really good job, I love your vids, keep up the good work you are a great guide .

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, Gérard. I much like it when people see my work as a guidance and I’ll do my best to not mislead anyone.

[@LXGspec]

Awesome work, came here to get some pointers as I just got a 964 that will require similar repairs!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks! Fingers crossed for your project.

[@jeffshappard8227]

Great work as always! I really enjoy watching your methods and learn from the progress we see in these videos. Cheers.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Jeff. Great feedback! Hope you’ll continue to like it.

[@bishbashbosh-j6z]

great workmanship, and love the filming style. So tempted to buy that car lift !

[@GreasyFingers]

Go for it! 😀

[@mertozyurek7169]

So ein Kennzeichen hätte ich auch gerne, Schwarz auf Weiß wie damals in Italien. Danke für die tollen Videos.

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke fürs Feedback, Mert. Ja, auf das Kennzeichen bin ich auch sehr stolz.

[@Bogdan_Tro]

Congratulations for your work, Porsches and Alfa Romeos are very special cars! Is it posible to prezent your new workshop? Also thank you for each video because there are some very important details about cars restorations in the right way.

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, Bogdan. A workshop presentation in fact is on my list for mid to end February.

[@christianrodrigo5010]

Toll gemacht 😉 ich weiss das ist viel Arbeit ! das geht nur wenn man Zeit hat und so einen tollen Arbeitsplatz hat !😃 deshalb hab ich meinen 84ziger Targa abgegeben wo es an den Kotflügeln anfing zu blühen 😣

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Christian. Ja, Du hast recht. Sowas kann man nicht in einer Garage auf den Knien machen.

[@markusmahn3209]

Sauber. Klasse Video mein lieber! Ich bin neidisch auf die neue Halle und die rollbare 4 Arm Bühne! Weiter so!

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Markus! Ja, nur so kann man solche Projekte wuppen.

[@andreasklare964]

Perfekt👍👍 gerne schaue ich mir deine Videos an, einiges konnte ich davon schon selber umsetzen. Sehr schöne Werkstatt, da kann man echt neidisch werden. Ich freue mich schon darauf wie es weiter geht. Lg. Andreas

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Andreas! Ich hoffe, das hier musst Du nicht selber umsetzen. Es ist sowas von sinnlos, er darf dort niemals durchrosten, wenn man alle zwei Jahre mal nachsieht.

[@andreasklare964]

@@GreasyFingers Gottseidank ist das bei mir noch alles Perfekt, zumindest habe ich noch keine Stellen gefunden

[@alastairwatson3201]

I very much enjoy your videos. The thought, care and skill that you demonstrate is inspiring. The fact that you achieve such excellent results, without a high-tech workshop and lots of tools shows that, with patience, anything can be achieved.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, Alastair. Kaizen!

[@davidwills3107]

Great work. Really detailed and in depth on how you did it. I had the same car with the kidney bowl disintegrated, it was tough going, and nowhere near as nice as yours. Well done.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, David. I too wrestled with the kidney bowls, you can see that in the film Corrosion Protection. This area cannot not rust.

[@davidwills3107]

@@GreasyFingers thanks, I will check this out!

[@larkfield2000]

Very well done. Your skill and highly detailed work is brilliant to watch. I’m learning a lot.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, James. That is soo good to read.

[@chuckvickrey120]

Wow. First video. Using this as idea for my 87.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Chuck. 🤞🏼

[@alberdellbruegge7901]

great video!

[@paulnorris7270]

Great work as always

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Paul. That is great to hear!

[@manjit9445]

Great video and an excellent project .

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Manjit!

[@gearhead9828]

A work of art, as always! What is the mileage of the Carrera? Do you know anything about its former history, lot of winter driving maybe? Great video, pleasure to watch, thank you so much!

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks for the feedback. As always greatly appreciated. The car had 4 pre owners, all of them from greater Darmstadt area, two were father and son. I bought it with 104 tkm and added some 15 myself. I have a bunch of TÜV reports that make me believe the mileage is true.

[@abuhamza1970]

Hi, thank you for the wonderful content. Your videos always provide much joy and pleasure during the dark days of winter ‘20-21. Just a quick question, could you provide any information on the car lift I see you using at the start of the video please? Many thanks

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, that’s very kind from you. The lift is from a company named Twin Busch. Please google them, you’ll find them easily at locations all over the world.

[@jamesdills6720]

As usual, the work is meticulous.. Good thing you don't leave anything to chance and are willing to take on the difficult work. Speaking of a mobile lift.. Who makes that lift you are using?

[@GreasyFingers]

Many thanks, James. I cannot do other. The lift is a TwinBusch, it’s available in Europe and the US.

[@jamesdills6720]

@@GreasyFingers Keep up the great work.. Filming every stage alone is a monumental task in itself! Thank you for the info on the lift! Cheers.

[@Timski2543]

Your channel is perfect content over a cup of coffee in the weekend or as today stands, Thanksgiving!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Tim. I want it to be relaxed and easy, so I much appreciate your feedback.

[@Porschee944]

Good Work !

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, mate.

[@olcuntan5513]

super gemacht ! Mit soviel liebe

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke vielmals!

[@timmiller3216]

Just found your videos. Fantastic!!! Thank you! 1972E

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks! Glad you’ve found me. 1972E? Cool. What colour?

[@timmiller3216]

@@GreasyFingers I am enjoying your videos very much! Metallic blue coupe. Where is the link for t-shirts? Will you ship to the US?

[@GreasyFingers]

@@timmiller3216 Cool colour. You can find the teespring link in the video description. They do ship to the US. ☺️

[@timmiller3216]

@@GreasyFingers found it and ordered one! Keep up the great videos!

[@GreasyFingers]

Hope it’s gonna look great.

[@ActionM]

Very good job!!!

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks! Glad you like it!

[@thhall459]

I found your channel recently and I am hooked! Your subject, your storyline, your workmanship, your videography skills and your humor are superb! Please would you tell me what your amazing portable car lift is called? You have a fan in Slidell Louisiana.

[@GreasyFingers]

Love your comment, buddy. Cheers over the pond! The lift‘s manufacturer is TwinBusch, please google, they have a subsidiary in the US.

[@chrisscoville802]

Excellent and motivating video! Are you able to list the tools and equipment you used that one might need to perform a job like this? I.e, what gauge sheet metal are you using? What type(s) of welding equipment, grinders, etc? Do you prime the new metal with a rust inhibitor?

[@felixhauke]

Mega Arbeit 👌

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke sehr!!

[@markdempsey4763]

great channel, lovely car, i have the same model and year in Cassis Red.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Mark. They drive so smoothly with the G50. Cassis red is cool.

[@markdempsey4763]

@@GreasyFingers great cars,

[@seandenny1553]

Oh more new parts!!!

[@GreasyFingers]

Hey Sean. New parts are so cool, aren’t they?

[@jimmygrant3212]

Who makes that car lift?

[@GreasyFingers]

Hi Jimmy. The company‘s name is Twin Busch. I love that thing,

[@adamt3332]

Really they have 2500kg and 3500 as i remember. Also im not sure which os better this mobile or a four column. Any way those are not cheap at least twice the price of the standard one bit do not need a special foundation.

[@EricSajid]

Perfection.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks, Eric. Trying to give my best.

[@anthonyfunderburk7871]

I ♥️ ♥️ ♥️ my 1987 911 carrera convertable your videos 📹 are awesome 👌 😎 👏 Air cool life

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks again, Anthony.

[@thesupernuge]

Once again-amazing. I meant to ask the other day where you get your automotive paint.

[@GreasyFingers]

Thanks! I go to the painter next door for the base coat, clear coat and primer I buy on the Internet.

[@charlessmith2775]

Where can I get the lift for my Porsche like you have. Perfect for my operation. Thanks Charles Marysville Wa (Seattle area) 😊

[@GreasyFingers]

Hi Charles, that’s a Twin Busch. They have a subsidiary in the US, so I guess you can google it from here …

[@realwheeldriven]

Would you be kind enough to share what grinder you are using to cut through the metal? I believe it is a Hazet one but cannot make out the model. Many thanks!

[@GreasyFingers]

Sure thing, it’s a Hazet 9033-10

[@realwheeldriven]

@@GreasyFingers thank you! That 911 of yours looks incredible, it shows all the hard work you put into it.

[@douglasshand]

Hi, really enjoying the videos and your work. Can you tell me what kind of portable lift you are using ?

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, Douglas. The lift is a TwinBusch TW125M.

[@Laguna2013]

What is that amazing rolling lift ? Make, model, cost please??

[@GreasyFingers]

That is a TwinBusch TW125M.

[@georgeryan603]

Maybe a “ English Wheel “ would make your metal bending easier. Very impressive quality repair ....

[@GreasyFingers]

Thank you, George. Yes, I’d love to have one. The point is: I never intend to do these things, I just find myself in the thick of it.

[@daos3300]

unfortunately a wheel wouldn't really be of much use for parts this small

[@diewerkstattschraubt]

Sehr schöne Videos! Ich hoffe, ich erlange ähnliche Fertigkeiten! Daumen hoch 😊

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke vielmals. Man wächst mit seinen Aufgaben und an einer Giulia lernt man schweißen. 🤪

[@diewerkstattschraubt]

@@GreasyFingers Ich baue gerade an einem Alfa Romeo 145. Da war es auch böse mit dem Rost 😱

[@GreasyFingers]

Das ist ein sehr cooles Auto. 👍🏼

[@haraldseifried8013]

Sehr feine Blecharbeit ! Frage : Was machst du mit dem patch, wenn du an dessen Unterseite im Nachgang nicht mehr herankommst , weil ich sich dann in einem geschlossenen Hohlraum befindet ? Kind regards

[@GreasyFingers]

Danke, Harald. In diesem speziellen Fall siehst Du die Antwort im Film „Corrosion Protection of Classic Porsche 911‘“ bei ungefähr 13:00. Ansonsten muss halt Fett mit der Druckbecherpistole rein …

[@danielcampbell9220]

Hello Mr Fingers, Really enjoying your videos. I was wondering what the name of the waterproof 2 part body filler you are using? I'm currently in the slow process of trying to restore an '82 Cortina/Taunus. Thanks in advance.

[@GreasyFingers]

Hello Daniel. Glad you like my films. The 80ies Cortina’s have matured to very cool cars these days. The product is from Teroson, product number EP 5010 TR.

[@danielcampbell9220]

@@GreasyFingers Thank you for that, I really appreciate you taking the time to reply!

[@daos3300]

very nice! just discovered your channel, will be following with interest. btw, did you know you sound almost exactly like werner herzog?

[@GreasyFingers]

Glad you like it! Some other viewer told me before. No surprise, Werner Herzog grew up in Munich like myself.

[@daos3300]

@@GreasyFingers that explains the accent, but you also have nearly identical timbre, cadence and inflection. fun to imagine the two of you in a meeting.

[@GreasyFingers]

@@daos3300 Bloo** he** you’re right! 🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5mwoGeNoaegfa8

[@daos3300]

@@GreasyFingers great clip! herzog is brilliant.

[@Oskar_65]

Top ! ! !

[@CARRJ142]

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