Professional Bodyshops WORST Nightmare! Can we fix it? 1953 Chevy Kustom

Today I finish tig welding the roof on our chopped 1953 Chevy Chicken Truck. I end up warping the roof beyond recognition and then attempt to fix it using cheap hand tools and a shrinking disk.
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[@rickcolden4942]

Grew up in a body shop. My dad was an old school body man. Did it with a torch and a wet rag. Didn't have shrinking discs. I'd run the torch and he would tell me where and how much. He also did the finishing with lead. Bondo was not available at the time. It's great to see someone use a lot of the old school techniques. You're not a hack, just some one that learns by experience. Thanks for the great video.

[@lottiecooper609]

How lucky are we? We get to kick back listen to music, watch a master body tech and artist all at the same time!!! You sir are an asset to you tube!!! Not many channels can do what you do. And with that said, I thank you for sharing and teaching people!!! Be safe Kyle!!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@patmclean1951]

This is very well said. Additionally there is a splash of humour involved.

[@lawncuttingplusdelta]

@@patmclean1951 the humour is a huge bonus , especially when it’s a down to earth 🌎 cool guy . It feels like your in the garage with him

[@jshawstad]

You are hilarious! Very entertaining and educational too! My bf turned me onto your channel tonite and I subbed- keep up the good work!

[@kinzieconrad105]

For from being a master apprentice at best

[@JustinPaul1st]

That briefing on "Safety " was epic😂😂😂

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Just doing my part to spread awareness! Haha

[@scottcates]

Wayyyyyy too long.

[@clark7117]

I think Billy Madison articulated it quite effectively too.

[@BudoReflex]

@@scottcatesI know, like we are idiots or something. Sheesh.

[@bryanderksen4448]

Retired Ontario shop teacher here. I admire your patience and competency in the "black art" of metalwork, but when you started running around imitating metal molecules, you earned my Sub. I always found physical comedy to be a terrific supplement to the concept or technique being taught, and the kids never forget it. Well done! Looking forward to more good training videos so I can muster up the courage to tackle a similar project.

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

I tell ya this show has everything. Body work, a science lesson better than any classroom, a floor show, and a bit of stand up, and special effects. Doesn't get any better.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hahah thanks!

[@MarekMakes]

Wow Just Wow 💪🏼🔨

[@rockypergin2216]

Minute 6 and 30 seconds sir, you have skills that I wish I possessed

[@Marlin-proboscis16]

Well I did enjoy that.! The scientific explanation of "quenching v non quenching" left me thirsty, so I discovered, quenching my thirst with beer works really well. Thanks again Kyle

[@tomellis5462]

The chicken truck is looking less and less like a bucket of extra rusty crusty fried chicken skin and more and more like a badass custom. Strong work!

[@T-Bott]

"I could spend the rest of my life chasing highs and lows on this roof and still not be happy with it..." You said a mouthful there, brother. Words to live by.

[@chriswhite2151]

Sounds like life

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Now offering free lifestyle tips to go along with the bodywork tips. Haha

[@Mikefngarage]

yea Kyle is amazing at this stuff. I would work on it for about an hour and be like OK.....FILLER TIME.....But I love his theory filler is expensive in Canada.

[@johnhenderson3646]

Don't get stuck in "the valley of shame." Be a "happy molecule!"😃

[@orvallhall324]

You, sir, have the patience of Job, and have convinced me to slow down and avoid the cost of bondo. Also, I seem to agree with you how appealing it is that one not throw up after looking at your work.

[@vipersniper843]

18:28 safety tip lmao. 👍👍 . The old cab looks great.Nice work.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@bobgershey5584]

Thanks!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Bob! Very kind of you to help out the show!

[@malreynolds9591]

11:58 I love the honesty and funny......ness......ossicty

[@Joe.Doucette]

Your demonstration of quenching the molecules was inspirational, Kyle. Great job on the roof thus far!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hi Joe. That's what I'm here for, to inspire and spread fear and paranoia in the autobody community. The cats and I appreciate the donation, thanks!

[@Joe.Doucette]

As the song said.. Carry on, my wayward son.

[@phatdaddy1955]

Now, if we could find a sweet old, say, Pontiac. You could like, slice it up and do that voodoo that you doooo and with your magically skills like, it'll be epic!!! Hahaha! Safety first and this build just gets better and better. Seriously though, the explanation of shrinking and stretching using the Disc of Algernon was excellent. Stellar video and Kyle, you're a rock star! Peace out!

[@NickTaylorRickPowers]

I thought from the thumbnail preview I was watching musical chairs with one dude in a garage The audio makes so much more sense subscribed

[@ptidona8211]

Why are all my favorite auto channels out of Canada?

[@rockypergin2216]

13 minutes 21 seconds. Oh great one who speaks to metal! Teach me professor!

[@Icebuntrucker]

Body work and a science lesson, you sure are a man of many talents Kyle ,

[@kenstevens5675]

I like watching the molecules dance, it’s very entertaining.

[@bumfie]

7:08 Massive valley of shame . I spat me tea out

[@SkaterStimm]

Thanks for the safety talk I really needed that.

[@stevelodge6506]

You make it look easy, love the content and humour, I did laugh out loud during the welding as I have had this happen to.me, but the way you got it back into shape shows you are a master craftsman 👍

[@dustcommander100]

I have to say that explanation of heating and quenching on a molecular level really got my interest! I never really understood molecules until you explained it that way. In fact, I have to admit I had a lot of trouble believing in molecules at all. After actually seeing it for the first time, I feel like some kind of thermonuclear engineer on steroids. I'm ready to tackle a project in the near future! During your explanation of panel tasting, I came to think that there should be some way to get your cats involved. Like maybe a cat scan or something. If you had one of them Labrador Retriever dogs, you could have it do some lab work along with the cat scans and really analyze the metallurgical tendencies of the finished or refinished product. Anyways, thanks again for a wonderful video full of inspirational advice and demonstrations.

[@mazroxeternal6047]

the hardest part of being an artist is knowing when to finish a part of the creation you do it so well✌

[@mcm9329]

your metallurgy demonstration was priceless... if only your bondo sponsorship was as successful as those other channels you could spend more time with your cats

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I'm thinking about abandoning this channel and starting a channel about the cats so we can spend more time together

[@mcm9329]

as long as you can include improvised dance demonstrations it will surely be a hit@@CarterAutoRestyling

[@john-wk4ks]

GGOD TO SEE A VIDEO PUT ON THE INTERNET WITH ALL ITS FAULTS AND FIXES AND NOT FULL OF CRAP KEEP IT UP GOOD WORK NOT ONLY ON THE TRUCK BUT ON THE VIDEO ASWELL 👍👍

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@l.p.9221]

Yes, its the really real taste of the surface!!!!😊

[@mightymikemeijer]

Best show on KZbin… (tip to get your camera to pick up the sunk areas better: light from the side, not from the top. This way dents show as shadow and high points are lit.)

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for the tip!

[@davecarey7452]

You certainly showed the molecules who the boss was and made the valley of shame disappear. Good that it passed the oil can test in case the cats decide to walk across the roof for final inspection.

[@genehunsinger3981]

You really JAZZED me up with that "saftey segment".....now I can do ANYTHING!!!Gosh Wally,isnt this interweb GREAT!?

[@ronmurphy9819]

You are pretty darn good! That is a thing of beauty. I would love to have that skill. Thanks to you I’m learning at the very ripe age of 65. Thanks

[@vernonland5987]

Amazing metalworking skills. This never gets old.

[@65bugnut]

I was a bit concerned when you showed the valleys in the roof, but you pulled it off. I was disappointed that there wasn't an update on the battle for the blue chair. It seemed rather intense last week.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I'm letting the situation cool off a bit before I risk bringing in another camera crew to document the carnage

[@chriscoop-ds8co]

Next up, Dancing with the Stars🎉

[@russell154]

I came for the valleys of shame and stayed for the safety moment and molecular physics. Great work as always Kyle. I appreciate you going above and beyond to show your process and the results always speak for themselves.

[@markmcintosh3255]

Thanks! Really appreciate your videos Carter. Your talent is second to none. Keep kicking Ass my friend!!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for the donation Mark! I'll keep making these videos for as long as I'm able to

[@NickDanger1957]

This so much better than bad chad when he explains the ocean floor ! Great Job

[@jeffreyshepherd8488]

I can't watch that guy 😂

[@Mikefngarage]

Well Kyle I have been working on a 22 gauge Rabbit Pickup Tailgate. OMG with the lettering on it and thin metal. It was really challenging . Uploading it probably tomorrow.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

That does sound like a big challenge! I'm looking forward to seeing the video

[@Mikefngarage]

@@CarterAutoRestyling just filling it now I think I am going to take it to paint before I release it. Less than 1/8 filler. I think I mentioned your channel in the video. I dont remember until I edit it .

[@JimsIfitaintbrokefixit]

Kyle I would just cover that roof warpage with a horizontal racing stripe.....it would save you lots of work. Only the haters would notice.

[@benmason1469]

Thank you Kyle for sharing your knowledge and skill especially with beginners such as myself

[@brandonscarfe8803]

Perfect ratio of Timelapse, explanation and video duration. Thanks for the content!

[@snowking55]

Nice stuff Kyle! I wish I had your patience. I get frustrated to the point I don't want to finish what I've started. Videos like this give me confidence to get back at my mess, thanks buddy!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Ken! Keep at it, you'll get there!

[@Chevypowered5766]

Hey Kyle you must be pretty good at this bodywork thing cause you did a good job of messing that roof up. I had a good friend who was a body man instructor that would say a good body tech can make a job look good, but an exceptional body tech can make a mistake and be able to fix it and nobody else would never know. You are that body tech. Love your videos and the human acting of what the reaction is that is classic comedy gold and give the cats extra head rubs for their contribution in the videos. Later

[@lukesnyder9816]

Ya, I can now look at it and not throw up too.... all kidding aside, that was amazing. I thought I was a hack before I watched this now I feel like I do sheet metal work with a chainsaw and a sledgehammer.... just plain amazing, keep up the good work and honing your skills!

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

Well, that was entertaining to watch and listen to. Nice taste in music. I could see the roof moving in to shape during the high speed banging and pleneshing. That roof came out fantastic. It looks great. Thanks for the tips and lesson on metal shaping. I'm looking forward to seeing the next video. Cheers!

[@countswing284]

I have never seen such a demonstration of the kinetic theory of matter like yours. I think Daniel Bernouli, John Herapath and John James Waterston would all be impressed. Cheers! 😎👍🐔🐓🛻🏁🏁

[@Radar8717]

Just started the vid and I’m not going to lie I nervous laughed for like 2 mins. That’s hot !!!

[@paulhedman7387]

Congratulations on another moderately exciting video even though it seems lately that the cat content has been reduced. There was an excellent opportunity to add a little feline filler in the safety segment, it might have helped to hold my attention. I'm being way to picky here on a brave young Canadian lad who is just doing his best to entertain the masses with exceptional content, so just forget everything I said. Thanks.

[@JohnWhiteII]

Don't worry Kyle, you can always make it a convertible....😂😂 Another great video.

[@stevefamfive]

Came for the body work and got interpretative dance as a bonus. I’m convinced now not to quench.

[@paulmonroe1091]

Nice job, I knew you could do it.

[@Mr49Studebaker]

I figured that roof was a goner as soon as you took the body working flannel off and just had a t shirt on.

[@That70sChannel]

8:58 Love my Mother Tucker; yet to use it for its intended purpose. The effort required for a proper chop is really something. Doing it regardless is something else. .

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Philip! I like to blindly dive into these jobs before I realize how complicated they are! If I knew then what I know now, nothing would ever get done haha

[@markmccann5711]

I've paid to see comedians that have nothing on you buddy and the in-depth safety chat was epic 😂😂😂

[@Poo-Peater]

So I've spent that last few days binge watching most of your videos again, really enjoying it, I'm a little surprised that you start off this video saying destroyed, and telling me if I'm watching it then you fixed it.. lol.. makes me wonder what you would have done if you couldn't fix it? Thanks again Kyle for such entertaining content, and an awesome scientific explanation of metal molecules in action.

[@johnwoodrich8179]

Great job! Looks really nice. Nearly food grade. Chicken.

[@Punk_Unkle_Guitars]

Come for the roof-save, stay for the gun-show 💪💪

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha

[@TroubledTimes2024]

Now that's a guy with confidence gained from experience !

[@roadmasterk6019]

A satisfying journey down the valley…very impressive!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Always a good time in shame valley!

[@allan-mw7op]

Excellent work as usual !! love the show ,i should say live classroom !

[@mannyR4098]

Its gonna look so good.😊

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I hope so!

[@ronpat13]

First, thank you for the demo/explanation of molecules reacting to heat. It really was instructive. I'm enjoying wathcing the chicken truck come together. I appreciate your artisan approach to the problems. Cheers!

[@Afrodizyak47]

I gotta hand it to you Kyle: metal bumping with Professor Julian Sumner-Miller's science and physics thrown in. Love your explanation on shrinking and even 75 yr old me, could grasp the concept. Happy hammering, cobber!

[@lestersmith493]

After 50 yrs of doing this you teach me and I applaude you a true master and very funny at that

[@DOYLEMASTERS]

You are a craftsman Thanks for your videos! Great job.

[@hemibreath]

I do take inspiration from you and your channel ! During the welding and the “pop” while welding OMG the outcome would have completely discouraged me ! It’s totally awesome to have you go through the “rough in” and see there’s a way to proceed. You get ALL the thumbs up 👍 👍👍👍

[@tectalabyss]

Hi Kyle. Outstanding work. Thank you for all the great tips and the Laugh's. Much needed in this day and age. As always I liked and shared and hope other will do the same. All my very best ,give the Cats a pat for me.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Bobby! I'll be sure to give the cats a good neck scratch when they wake up from their naps

[@brendagaunce8757]

Excellent Excellent Excellent that's all I can say Thanks Kyle

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@alethacriss9308]

Great video, instructional and entertaining. Hello kitty Allan, where is Lady Poe?

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

She is sleeping on my lap at the moment haha

[@chrissax5477]

I think your work is so amazing! I wish, I could do this! … learing but with a lot of try and error … 🙈 Keep up the fantastic work!!

[@terryhodgson8798]

For a hack you sure do nice work!!!!

[@BigBoxDodge2020]

Thank you for showing the inside of the cab. It looks great!

[@davidbenji1]

12:41 "What's the strategy now? The strategy is just to keep going." That is great advice that can apply to many areas of life when we aren't sure what to do next. Thanks for the entertainment, humor, and wisdom!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for watching!

[@drivewayshop]

Nice! Here's a sience lesson you're more than welcome to forget before I even get it down. The molecule's motion is called entropy, and when you scare those little buggers with fire, their entropy increases. Ok, back to the regularly scheduled safety seminar!

[@heatherkohlwey8379]

You missed your calling as a grade school science teacher.🤣 Sadly, there are many out there that still won't get it. I imagine the ancient people who discovered metal. Metal is an interesting thing. I have every faith in your ability. Cheers!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

As they say "you can lead a horse to water..." The people who discovered metal and figured out how to make things out of it were a lot smarter than me!

[@robames1293]

I love watching folk dancing from around the world. Does the Carter Garage dance traditionally need leather welding gloves? And is one usually held in the hand wearing a glove? It is not dis-similar to the Australian hammer dance where one hand is struck with the hammer, usually accompanied by loud singing of various profanities.

[@kellyjones841]

Oh golly, the humour is killing me! Next time I’m welding, I’ll be thinking of you running around and suddenly stopping.

[@MikeyMack303]

Good to see you have a new jacket! The chicken truck is coming along nicely!

[@cadman10000]

I like the continuation of the racing stripe theme but I think they are supposed to go the other way.

[@Electric-Bob]

Kyle... for a Molecule... your quite Talented!!!

[@zacharyvought5597]

Looks incredible to my untrained eye

[@bradpage8967]

So glad that we didn’t spend a bunch of unnecessary time on safety!!🤣

[@thebobhollyband]

Kyle, you are a true artist and a master at the skill. I wish my step dad could have seen you, he would have loved your channel and work. Thanks for the all of the great videos.

[@franksgarage8551]

This old metal is crazy to weld. I have never seen new metal move as much. Mother tucker! Have one myself. Karl is an excellent instructor. Good job, that work isnt easy. Im planning to stretch a cab, should look a lot worse than this. Hope i csn get it remotely close.

[@kevinmartin5489]

Good points on quenching.

[@JimDockrellWatertone]

Looks great! I am enjoying watching someone do something I could never do myself. Still enjoying the sarcasm. Best safety segment on the internet to date.

[@bingbman]

A few videos ago some monumentally uniformed fella( trying to be nice) said that you were a beginner like him...that is maybe the stupidest thing I have ever heard anyone deduce from something in front of their eyes. I will apologize for him..he must be a beginner and lacks the hands on to enjoy your marvelous experience. Would be hilarious to see his results. The chop you did on the 33 chev was as nice as I have seen...I am a 69 year old toolmaker/machinist and have also welded since I was six. I enjoy

[@MichaelKerr-l5y]

Love your humour mate!

[@ezekielmoorejr3145]

Considering everything that you did to the roof I personally think it looks great!

[@awakeariseandwatch5976]

Wow great job on the roof Kyle sure wish I would have found your channel before I did my 55 truck door. God bless

[@jayinmi3706]

OMG, my GF just got our cats a few of those toys (the tower with the balls locked in it) and they LOVE it!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha yeah the cats have had that toy for over a year and they still play with it every day

[@miguelsalo48]

Can we get a recap on the safety talk. 🤔 😊🤪 🤙🤠👍

[@johnhaines6501]

best safety briefing ever

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Bodywork teasers evolve into a great vintage metal taste test and barista flavor exploration. GOT IRON?👍

[@rogerpence]

I learned so much just from the taste test. I expected cloves and berries! Great job.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@errolpoxleitner9586]

Darn good job on the oil cans.

[@DNomer]

I hope that oversized chicken appreciates all of this work you are doing on this truck. Those welds did look like a warp disaster. Learned a bit about the shrinking disc this time. I like the music overlay to sped-up bodywork!

[@wimtillaart8671]

Good explanation and molecule imitation carter.😂

[@rumrunner1756]

Thank you for the safety talk Kyle. I will take it to heart and use your safety tips on my next project. 👍💯

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Safety first!