Quit Doing Body Filler the Hard Way! Amazing Simple Trick Used By Professional Bodyshops

[@erbthatsright1103]

Gene Windfield born 1927 has been using lead for 90 years. He is still with us and looks great!

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

I appreciate you taking the lead on this Impala door for us.

[@russdavis1960]

After the careful disassembly of the vacuum cleaner...it fits this episode rather nicely... ...as neither one sucks. Glad to see the use of the heat activated and formed 'bondo'. Keep up the great work and episodes!!!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha thanks! I'll try to keep at it!

[@Mikefngarage]

@@CarterAutoRestyling Kyle I think you have become a bit stupider since you have been using that stuff...you should be careful

[@johnburch6927]

Always enjoyable, I laugh and I learn, even now. Something to ponder, my dad, and myself now, used lead/tin solder and plugs for trim holes and used it for small rust pitted areas. Awesome content.

[@jacksrbetter1870]

Missed you catching on fire while playing with the filler. The vacuum cleaner tutorial was very informative and educational.

[@davecarey7452]

Beautiful job on the door. It’s understandable that you take a break from the Chicken Truck in order to pay the cat food bill. The claw hammer certainly did a number on the single use plastics. Back in the day when vacuum cleaners were made of lead you’d have needed a torch for disassembly. The health risk comparison between bondo and lead is so funny because it’s so true. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@rendelawenzel239]

You are the real deal sir. A true craftsman. I enjoy seeing the right way of fixing these old vehicles. Keep up the great work!

[@Jools-j2l]

As an apprentice i remember seeing Leonard the body shop guy leading up 1960's Rover 90,s and stuff like this, so satisfying to see a ratty patchwork quilt looking car rapidly become presentable again

[@stantilton2191]

I called in the wife to enjoy the repair sequence on the vacuum cleaner. She is impressed with you skills an thanks you for the tutorial. I enjoyed the lead work filler part.

[@WildWestGarage]

Great video, I use the same technique to “fix” crappy appliances. I fixed a printer that way once.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Are you for hire? I've got a couple printers in need of an experienced repairman.

[@briquetaverne]

You know the term "Lead sled"? I'm old enough to remember when plastic fillers didn't exist. All the older kids of the 1950's used to customize their cars using lead. Some of the coolest designs came out of mixing Oldsmobile or Buick grills with Mercury headlights and Chevy tailfins all blended together with lead then painted in candy apple Blue, Pink or Green.

[@aaadamt964]

I've always heard that term used to refer to 49-51 ford's. Lead sled or shoe box.

[@scottcates]

neat

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Yup, all my bodywork heroes started out building lead sleds back in the pre-bondo days!

[@briquetaverne]

Yes, these early '49-'51 Fords & Mercs, were often the subject of customizing because they were plentiful, cheap to buy and had V-8's so naturally due to the lead work they were called "Lead sleds" but they weren't the only ones having that definition. Since so many cars of the era were outdated in appearance in less than 4 or 5 years due to Detroit's styling change tastes, A lot of the bulbous, high roofed, heavy weight 2 door cars were sought after to reshape but in truth Early to Mid 50's cars like '48-52 Plymouths, Dodges, Kaiser & Henry Jays '53-'54 Chevys & Pontiacs, '55-'56 Oldsmobiles, Buicks, & Mercurys (and even some Pre-finned Studebakers or foreign cars) were selected for body changes and were called Lead sleds. I knew a guy who took and Austin "A-40" Devon, chopped the roof, Frenched the existing Headlights and added two more into the front fenders and then shoehorned a 52 Lincoln flathead into it. He had to bolster the springs to compensate for the engine's weight and it over supported the car's nose giving it a gasser appearance. He painted it this black and added Orange to white flames to the front, licking all the way to the back window (this too was big in those days).@@aaadamt964

[@COUNTSLURPULA]

I actually like lead loading...

[@rumrunner1756]

Big 👍 Kyle. Your brilliant Bondo work @CWM is how I found this channel and darn it I’ve been hooked ever since. Today is Saturday so I get a double dose of Canadian hijinks. 🍻

[@rockypergin2216]

Lead finish looks so nice 👍

[@robertshemory3541]

Liked before watched. Know it will be excellent as always. I fixed a TV remote that way Good times. 👍✌️😎❤️🇺🇸

[@marcstannard6322]

The destruction of the vacuum felt like German performance art that pairs nicely with your occasional smoldering jacket.

[@erichutchins2113]

That new box content was epic! Thank you as.always for sharing your skills and knowledge.

[@IrenESorius]

Thank you kindly for sharing your garage adventures, Mr Metal Magician,, 💖🙏💖

[@harleyveejay]

I really loved the plug for Carter's Factory Authorized Bissell Vacuum Repair Service, good luck, it looks like you have the technique down pretty good.

[@paulhedman7387]

You finally figured out that I only tune in for that exciting cat content. It was especially captivating this time. I may have accidentally picked up a little bit of auto restyling info between the cat segments. Thanks.

[@killerkane1957]

I used to fall for your tricks. Never again. I KNEW you were gonna lead it from Jumpstreet. You do damn good work. Thank you for your efforts.

[@brendagaunce8757]

Glad you showed steps in using lead for repair. Great job, oh yea, I had been trying to remember who I lent my wife's vacumn cleaner to. Just keep it untill I need it.

[@strangersound]

Scott has done a lot of great things, but turning us onto Kyle Carter is one of the best. :)

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

It was very kind of him to give this channel a jump start!

[@428eliminator3]

Cold War Motors is proud of you for Embracing the Suck!

[@dewalt10-2-4]

Excellent how that cobble work turns out quite perfect.. Yes amazing.. Special MEoWic.

[@dewalt10-2-4]

Lead= mat hater syndrome could apply...stay safe..

[@wimtillaart8671]

That vacuum cleaner deserves a full restoration video for his services!

[@roomwithapointofview]

Restoration? He is talented, but I'm not sure he's a miracle worker. A burial mound, perhaps, but it has sucked it's last dirt. All hail the new vacuum cleaner.

[@wimtillaart8671]

@@roomwithapointofview 🤣

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

I did a lot of that while working on older telephone cables that had lead sheathes. We also used lead wiping cloths as well as a shaving hook for contouring. That is an art form. So glad you guys are still keeping it alive. The fender looks great!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you!

[@Pedroisanickname]

My cat really enjoyed watching the vacuum destroying montage. 😂

[@grilsegrils9330]

I accidentally sped up to that vacuum crash in the video, and thought "what the f am I watching now" 😆

[@walterbrown8694]

This was the way we did it when I began working in body shops in 1951. The old guys that smoked cigars while they used the acetylene torch, wood paddle, and the lead bar were artists. I never saw any Bondo until a few years later - then in the 60s it seemed like everybody was using it and the old "lead" patches disappeared. I still smoked cigars while I worked until I gave them up over 40 years ago because of bronchitis.

[@countswing284]

I've been using a ball peen hammer for vacuum repair. Now I see how the rip claw is way more effective, thanks for the tip! Cheers! 😎👍🔨

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Glad to help!

[@lottiecooper609]

No need to spend money on therapy this week!!! When in doubt, Bissell out!!! Well done doctor Kyle!!! Thanks for the free therapy!!!

[@phatdaddy1955]

Bissell out! Love it!

[@vicmabus1532]

And sandpaper! That stuff is DANGEROUS!! I sanded the end off my thumb one time, and there was no warning!!!!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

It's brutal stuff! Haha

[@beatglauser9444]

Memories: The very first patches I ever welded were the corners of the doors of my 63 Belair. That was 41 years ago. I had no idea of the shrinkage a weld can cause. After I was finished, the lower parts of the door were quite wavy. As the car was white it was hardly visible. The repairs were nearly identical to the one you showed. Some inner corners needed patching as well. After 39 years we had to replace the lower parts of the doors again. Well if a repair lasts nearly fourty years it was not made to shabby. Nothing lasts forever. Well maybe classic Chevies do.

[@myshopmyrules.3017]

I do enjoy taking stuff apart. I resently taken apart a recliner. I was going to sell the metal and save the leather for later projects and burn the wood. But now that i see the wood is nice oak ill keep it. It is perfect size to make the ladel you are using in this video. I might even keep part of the mechanism. The foam went into the trash but there were enough big pieces that if you needed to restore parts of a car seat with destroyed foam you could use it. If i did not take the chair apart i would have paid money to trow it away. And the time it took to take it apart i was watching youtube while i took it apart.

[@LarryDeSilva64]

Great progress Kyle and also great tutorial on doing it the right way. Your cat is not real sure about that box. Mine sees a box and jumps in it. Thanks for the video.

[@dans.98]

Love the humor,. Thanks for tutorial on the lead application . You show the best how to’s of anyone on the net . Love watching your very good videos.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Dan!

[@ronpat13]

I really learned something watching you leading the door. It was great. Thanks.

[@michaelwatson3929]

I've taken a few things apart to see how they work in my time as well :) Laughed my ass off. Thanks for the look at this vanishing art. I live in California GOOD LUCK working with Lead here anymore.

[@gregmaggielipscomb9246]

Kyle what a way to start a Saturday, watching a fine young man lay down some Plumbumb!

[@57moto59]

Those Bondo Sticks are amazing! I need to get some of those.. Dang Bondo company always innovating!!

[@38Chev572]

You can learn quickly by disassembly, it is also unsually satisfying. Boxes are the best toys for pets and children.

[@scottcates]

This video exceeds the recommended daily allowance of Impala. Authorities notified.

[@buchonite]

For months now I have tried to copy your bodywork techniques without success . However after seeing your methods for domestic appliance rebuilds I have re-enacted them near perfectly . My wife will be delighted when she gets home

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha right on!

[@gordonborsboom7460]

I’ve never heard of an Impalador before. Ambassador and Impala love child? As love would have it, it must be a Moredoor

[@lazyhoundracing9621]

I hate the drab color of bondo. I was so excited to see the shiney new bondo. Then I found out it was my childhood friend lead. I have been exposed to lead my whole life and I'm fine as far as you know. Now that I know what the inside of my vacuum looks like I feel confident I can fix it. I learn a lot from your videos and like watching them in slow motion to make them longer. The seemingly Mexican music reminds me of my 18th birthday when I went Tijuana in a bar and watched a show involving a donkey. Thank you for your time.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Between the lead exposure and Tijuana adventure, I'd say you've lived quite a charmed life. Also, thanks for viewing my videos in slow motion, as they were originally intended to be viewed!

[@robames1293]

Solder used in Electronics (sorry Bondo) is 60 40 because it goes through the "mushy stage" quickly at a lower temp whereas "lead" for body work being 70 30 stays mushy or workable longer. It is all to do with the phase diagram of Lead/Tin and the alloys thereof.

[@just4guitar558]

Can’t wait to see how you section the hood on the chicken truck!

[@farfromdonemotors6796]

Any lead work videos are helpful. I'm planning on doing a lot of lead on my 37 Hudson. Never used it for bodywork before but I've done plenty of copper plumbing.

[@richardmarino5658]

I like this barndough job. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@tomdarnell4369]

17:50. I’m sure that AvE would approve, as I’ve seen him dissect several appliances to see how they work. Possibly slightly more methodical an approach, though. Possibly.

[@garykerkstra1067]

Love your videos Kyle. Came across a brand new KZbin channel that the rest of us Kyle fans and Cold War Motors fans will love. 1958 Pontiac Safari Rescue

[@lenscap8925]

Keep the cord from the vacuum...makes a great extension for 2 wire tools with an old cord, or add a 2 wire female end.

[@christianheidt5733]

That's some next level repair job, blown away by your skills!

[@pappabob29]

Recently did a similar "FFA" (Final Function Assessment) on a microwave/hood appliance. Didn't include the "drop" evaluations but did include lots of "nut/phillips driver, sawsall resistance evaluations and "blue/recycle bin capability" tests. On its way to "NextLifeLand" the next morning !!! Sorry, no "film @ 11:00" !!! ;o)

[@alethacriss]

I have fixed things since I was a toddler. I would take the nobs off of the TV and repair the radio by taking out all of the tubes, did the radio ever work again, nope. My younger brothers would melt lead in the fire place. I don't remember why, it really wasn't any of my business. Love Allan an Poe lovely fur babies!

[@robertbrainerd5919]

I'm a returned patreon because of your love of music and your hands-on shop technique. I worked on my cars when I was young, but now I just replace them.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Robert!

[@92xl]

17:46 I once took apart a 40v Kobalt chainsaw that the trigger switch quit functioning on with the same tool you used to refurbished your vacuum. Reassembly was optional.

[@ronmurphy9819]

I like the kitties I liked the vacuum cleaner bit😂, with the classical music, and your style humor, all keep me wondering what’s going to happen next? Thank You

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@briquetaverne]

If you're a fan of coldwarmotors, you'll remember that Scott has a 1950 or '51 Chevy hardtop coupe in his fleet. That car was mildly customized ( I suspect from the parts he used to do the custom finned taillights, the customizer probably used lead) Those taillights & fins were from a 1949-54 Cadillac.

[@BrianD-bx8vb]

Very cool video! I’ve wondered about this for several years now and it’s such a dead art that it’s hard to find videos on it! This makes the nicest repairs for classics

[@jimbergey3624]

I have been really into cars for 40 years, I always wondered how lead buddy work was done, I appreciate you finally showing this to me.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks for watching

[@alethacriss]

I live for the end of the show and read the credits and of course watch for Lady Poe and Sir Allan!

[@SmittyInVegas]

Aww man. Those hundred-year-old paint chips off the windowsill were so tasty. Especially the green ones.😅

[@dougtexas9075]

I've used lead one time. It did work but have to make sure to put on enough lead.

[@metal1999]

Saw my father use this method 50 years ago as he fixed up old cars for me it is a really good way of repair thanks for the video

[@jmpsavescars]

In 2006 when i attended wyotech they said we were the last class to be taught how to fill and file with lead. The rest i cant remember.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hahaha nice!

[@Pancho-villa666]

I really like how much pride went into disassembling that vacuum cleaner. Reassembly is exactly the reverse in the same order !

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks, I worked really hard on that!

[@That70sChannel]

I was late to the party, but that led to synchronicity/asperger's delight. Views were at 11969 11 hours in. Which is a palindrome if you squint at it sideways, and it felt like a "SWIMS" number for a second. . .although upside down, it would be 1169611

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Philip, it's never too late to join the party here! We're open 24/7

[@jsharp1776]

Thanks for the lesson on doing lead fill on your panels. I have a 68 Camaro and wanted to lead the rear quarter panels. And never had anyway of knowing how they did the lead filler for proper Bondo. Thank you so much.

[@micseph6186]

Another masterpiece

[@rockypergin2216]

I should’ve asked for parts for a vacuum. I didn’t know you were into dismantling. It looks like the very model I needed parts for! Oh well, have a great day.

[@miguelsalo48]

You could make lead chip stew like Mom used to make 😮😂🤙😎👍

[@thefrugalhandyman5054]

Back in the day blacksmiths repaired cars with torch welding and wood paddle body solder. I had one of these guys teach us high school welding. his tutorial for electric welding was heres the switch to turn it off and on. Then he said a torch can go anywhere. all you need is a match book.

[@drivewayshop]

Taking things apart to see how they work is fun. The truck is getting them back together so they work and your mom or wife (in this case, cold war motors) doesn't notice. 😅

[@COUNTSLURPULA]

Thoroughly enjoyed the vacuum disassembly. Mint! 👌

[@erikjakobsson4622]

In your tutorial you, asusual, forgot to inform the people about the importance of the rigidity of the workbench you are working on, the spongier the better, but also demands greater experience. I, my self, am only doing bondo and grinding work with the panels suspended by bungeecords! But I am also somewhat of an internet expert.... Nice video as usual! Always great content!

[@larrymarkee8277]

Again, Kyle, your skills are over the top. Especially when it comes to vacuum cleaner service and repairs. I’m in need of a beater bar for my vacuum. Assuming the beater bar is still in pristine condition I could use it for my vacuum. If you would be so kind, please sent, at your convenience, to Keyboard Expert #49, Valley of Shame, Idiot Town USA, 20500. Thanks

[@chrisconrod9560]

I came in knowing it was click bait. For a brief moment around 11:00 I actually thought for once you were on the up and up. If only you could use your powers of persuasion for good...

[@johndenton5555]

Taking small appliances apart like that is easy...it's the repair and re-assembly of it when you realize it belongs to a friend and has sentimental value (it was the vacuum he and his late brother & dad used together when he first started repairing cars😨) THAT is the tough part. 🤣

[@davidkimsey9591]

I’ve always heard that nature abhors a vacuum. I guess Kyle does as well 😊.

[@pamdunn8454]

the vacuum cleaner scene reminded me of a time i was having a cleaning party and the vacuum cleaner i needed showed up after everybody had done all the cleaning the hard way , needless to say that vacuum cleaner ended up pretty much the same way yours did , i don't want to be judgmental but that thing probably deserved a good thrashing and I'm sure one day you'll probably fix it when your not busy ha ha

[@batwillow]

One of my brothers used to work for Vauxhall Motors UK (part of General Motors) and he was a Tap Ragger, he would inspect body panels before assembly and he would use Lead and get the panels "straight" prior to the paint shop.

[@professorg8383]

Thanks for demonstrating the erratic behavior that might result from breathing lead fumes! Demonstration is so much better than just a verbal warning!!

[@Joe.Doucette]

Great looking work as usual, Kyle. As for erratic behaviour.. I can't say that I witnessed anything out of the ordinary… Imagine how different our lives would be if cats had opposable thumbs. We would be doomed to an even greater level of servitude to them. Have a good week.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Lack of opposable thumbs is the only thing preventing cats from taking over the world.

[@Joe.Doucette]

And that's the truth...

[@Durfield]

“Going to the store is scary”. Ha ha ha! Love this guy.

[@bluesman6955]

You went Pete Townshend on that vacuum cleaner. Good job!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Yes! Thank you!

[@justinkase1360]

I really dig this lead filler demonstration. Simply more durable and perfectly safe behind the primer or paint. The result is superior, even if it's not the greatest thing for a lifelong body repair guy...but perfectly fine for the cautious hobbyist.

[@RichardBaker-u2f]

i see you fixed the vac.......what was that about smelling lead........funny stuff bro.

[@NoConsent33]

That is hilarious! Good Job man. It is tough to show people the art form of metal work. Keep it up.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed!

[@robertstaff]

Love your vids. Keep it up!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@nealruth664]

I sill have all my paddles,wax blocks, and such that I first purchased more than forty years ago for a special project. Lasts forever.

[@badgergarage]

Lead schmlead. I'm here only for the cat content.

[@Myrddraalfade]

My grandfather taught me about Lead Loading to fill car bodies 45 years ago. He was shown it by a Coach Builder in the 1930's.

[@joewolf4483]

Great video ... looks flawless from here ... probibly should of welded up the door handle hole too ... being an Impala it's probibly going on a lowrider ... nice video Kyle ...

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Joe!

[@ginfizz20]

When watching the old timers"lead", they had a block of bee's was to lubricate their paddles with. Didn't the directions on the lead tell you that trick? You did a very good job of contrrolling the lead/tinning.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

I use tallow on the paddles. Same concept as beeswax

[@merykjenkins3274]

Thank God for the tutorial on disassembling vacuum cleaners! I had sucked up a large quantity of marshmallows, and I couldn't figure out how to get them out. The rapid disassembly process you demonstrated was a life saver. I had to rewatch a few times for the more technical sections, but I got there in the end! I assume.that like other tutorials, I just watch it backwards to see how to put it back together? Thanks dude, great videos. I am looking to lead up some fuel tank seams, so perfect timing. It just seems difficult to get the tinning butter in Australia. Cheers

[@jerrywesterfield5636]

You might try an acid soldering flux that plumbers used back when 60/40 solder was common.

[@merykjenkins3274]

@jerrywesterfield5636 I use bakers liquid flux, but it doesn't seem that it behaves the same and it is definitely not as effective. The powder flux I have used needs to get too hot to activate and overheats the sheet metal. I'll keep looking for tinning butter I guess.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

The eastwood tinning butter is getting tough to find here in Canada too. Bill Hines used Stay-Clean for tinning, but I'm not sure on the availability of that either

[@odahithedubious]

Appliances can also be a good supply of small hardware for the collection of random screws and washers.

[@hobbyelectronics6630]

That torch must put out more heat than a shrinking disc, so is there much warpage from leading ?

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Yes you can warp a panel if you're not careful. On cars from the 60s and newer I only use it on edges or areas where the panel has a lot of strength. Using it in the middle of a flat roof or hood can warp the panel worse than what it was before you started....and I definitely wouldn't try using it on a modern car with thin metal!

[@vesseldriver]

I ONCE FIXED A RADIO THIS EXACT SAME WAY, WORKS VERY EFFECTIVELY!

[@norman7179]

Great ! No more commercials, I bet !

[@bryanb3194]

16:52 the kitties were like "Yes human, kill the noise machine! Destroy it!"

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha yup!

[@Wildwood975]

Going to the store is scary…. Best line on the internet so far in 2024! And lead ain’t anywhere as dangerous as Co2 gas. Everyone knows that!