Range Rover Classic Frame-off Resto: Ep 6 of 6 / Final Paint & Assembly

[@stevem4038]

Excellent attention to detail. A pleasure to watch. For over 30 years I have lived not far from the Solihull factory and while I never worked for LR - I did work for Jaguar Cars - and I can tell you Range Rovers never left the factory looking that good!

[@kearnsey64]

Amazing paint job and resto! You made it look easy!

[@Paul355c]

Thanks Charles. Now to just run down a series of little electrical gremlins (e.g. alarm with mind of its own, bad 4-way flasher switch...). Knocking them off one by one.

[@kearnsey64]

@@Paul355c I would absolutely love that car.

[@bigjr2217]

Fantastic rebuild its been a pleasure to watch.

[@ahmedalsaede1725]

Sir you’re an artist !!!! Awesome

[@FamilyWilkin]

Best RR video ever!!!

[@geoffjordan1254]

Wonderful job preserving this vehicle. Love your attention to detail on the build and excellent videography. I have just purchased a 93 Classic Range Rover. I will be using this series for reference and inspiration. WELL DONE!

[@davidbrodie5044]

Absolutely beautiful!......and great photography too, some of those timelapse shots are beyond awesome. Thanks.

[@willdatsun]

Just bought a black 84 (England, very rusty, been standing outside for 22 years ) nice to see how good a black one can look.

[@eddieflores2852]

Freaking awesome!!! What beautiful machines this Rovers are when overhauled!!!! Thank you for the journey!! I for one am insipid by your videos!!!!

[@Paul355c]

Thanks Eddie. It's been fun corresponding with you about this.

[@TheMurfield]

What a beauty and what an effort! THANK YOU for sharing the full process. HAVE FUN !

[@birsob]

Great video series, it’s amazing what you did, if only in the uk we had houses with that much storage, your garage is bigger than my house lol

[@rvarover]

Wow, what a transformation. Excellent work, I can’t wait to see it!

[@jamiefigley]

Very nice! Great job on this range. Very satisfying to watch!!

[@briangreco6334]

Wow!!! You Nailed It! I bought a 94 LWB in April and am undergoing a total refurb as well. Keep up the great work

[@Paul355c]

Brian, good luck with your project. It’s such a elegant and strong vehicle.

[@TheGadgetdave]

What a fantastic achievement! Well done to you both. Every minute you spent on that project shows in the final result. (Both car and videos) I’m working on Range Rover Mk2 here in Solihull a mile from where you’re car was made. I hope my car is half as good as yours. Now it’s time to enjoy driving it. 👌

[@Paul355c]

Dave, thanks for nice note. I’m loving this so much and We drove it today. I used to have a Mk2 and I’m excited for your project. Good luck with everything!

[@lucgeraerts2522]

Very nice, well done!! And great to see Mrs is involved, d'ont have to ask my Mrs for help😊 Michelin Classic can now supply the original RR tyres again, i just bought a set for my County LWB.

[@Paul355c]

Hello and thanks for watching. I had not heard that Michelin was making vintage tires. That’s really interesting. I love the smell of new tires. Enjoy your classic!

[@adctrdr1998]

Love your work on this car, that's amazing to watch :D

[@markodell2379]

I wish you had more views! I just stumbled across this with my love of Classic Range Rovers. This has been amazing! I guess you have just learned from experience? You seem fearless to tackle anything on these things.

[@Paul355c]

HI Mark. This was definitely the most complex restoration I've attempted. I've probably done everything at one time or another but never on one vehicle from start to finish....and the vehicles were much simpler from a technology standpoint. Yes, I've just learned slowly through the years....no formal training. Thanks for the note.

[@cameronjulius6531]

This was so cool !!

[@Paul355c]

Thank you!

[@ethankitchens5912]

Man - this series was awesome! I followed some of Doug’s videos after he got this vehicle because I also picked up a 94 LWB (Brooklands Green) that had been sitting in a driveway in AL for near 10 years. Life (mainly 2 small babies!) has kept me from doing much of anything with it but at least it’s been safe out of the weather for a couple years. This gives me inspiration to know that one of similar background/condition could turn out so great. I am admittedly no mechanic so getting it to even crank up was a little win. Did you ever have weird stuff with the alarm etc? I can only imagine truly how much needs to be fixed on ours so we will see, eventually.

[@Paul355c]

Ethan, first, thanks for watching my series. I understand about life getting in the way. Congrats on your 94. That’s a great color. Ha! The damn alarm. Ghosts in the machine! What a mess. It seems that unless most of the vehicle’s electrical system is correct (good connections, good grounds, no shorts, etc), the alarm just wants to go off. It took me a while but I think I finally have it such that the alarm is happy about what it sees everywhere. I hope you find the time soon to work on yours and one of the best things you wrote was ‘out of the weather’. I’m a big believer of the importance of garaging. I’m happy to advise any time. Seriously. Just let me know if you’re tackling a particular system and need some advice. Have a nice holiday season.

[@Adam_J_Clark]

Would you mind sharing where you got the badges and stickers? Great build!

[@edcrump7579]

Great to see you had female help on your project, also great job. Turned out nice without all the new resto- mod stuff.

[@Paul355c]

Thanks for watching, Ed. Yes, it’s great to have spousal support!

[@bp9749]

Could you drop a link/name for the sticker company?

[@michaeltrapanigaleaferiol4597]

Hi. Exemplary videos. Congrats. What suspension springs did you use? Also what type size? It looks perfect!

[@Paul355c]

Hi Michael. I actually kept the suspension that was on the black RRC when I got it. It was Old Man Emu shocks and Old Man Emu springs with a 1” lift. The tires were BFG All-Terrain and we’re about 1” taller than the stock size.

[@spencereagle1118]

I don't think I've ever seen a car that looks so fabulous and so wrong at the same time. It a wonderful job, I'd have it in a heartbeat, but I can't help thinking not a single Range Rover left the Solihull factory in that era with paint you could see your face in. Put the original wheels on it and rub it over with a scotchbrite pad - job done!

[@Paul355c]

Hi Spencer. I totally believe you about the comparison between this finish and that of a LR factory job from the early 1990’s. I think my motivation was mostly to learn bodywork and how does one achieve that type of finish. This was the first time I’ve ever done my own primer and block sanding and I just wanted to ‘go all the way’ to see what it actually takes to get there, in case I want to do it on another car in the future. Thanks for watching my video and I hope you have a great fall season.

[@lear60man]

Amazing job. On a scale of 1 to 10 how difficult was it to refit the rear 1/4 glass? Also where did you source your under bonnet decals? Im at the body stage of a restoration on a 95 but will be doing a color change from Alpine white to either Barritz Blue or Baltic Blue Metallic. Thank you for the content, its been great to watch. Blue skies!

[@Paul355c]

Hello! The rear quarter window was a 7 in difficulty. Some things that come to mind include lubricating the rubber surround to help the awkward install. Maybe use soap or silicone spray. It would also be extra work if you have to address rust in the rough opening. That would be a whole side project that you hadn’t planned for. I don’t remember the exact vendor of the stickers but I got them from eBay. Just search eBay on Range Rover Classic decals. I think the vendor was out of NY or NJ. Your restoration sounds great and you will love one of those blues!

[@lear60man]

@@Paul355c Thanks. Yea, Im a big fan of silicone spray at this point in Rover ownership. I may just have the body shop do the 1/4's as they will already be doing the front windshield. Thankfully mine was California car and rust free (as much as one could hope for.) Another customer at the interior shop paid $28k for a rusted out 95 softdash....crazy.

[@jeremyburlingame256]

So good! Inspired.

[@reneleeuwenkamp3456]

fantastic looks good we are land rover specialist in the netherlands and are a bit jealous greet Rene Leeuwenkamp

[@Adam_J_Clark]

Hi Paul! Great build! I was wondering if there’s any way to get ahold of you to ask you some questions?

[@egec1]

Love it! Did you sand and paint your front grill? Did you use anything special for the paint to adhere to the plastic? Thanks!

[@Paul355c]

Hello. I didn’t paint the brill but I think if you clean it really well and maybe give it a little tooth by rubbing it down with steel wool or a scotch bright pad, it should take some paint with decent results. Good luck.

[@qaiserk7305]

Hey great project , was this gloss black or metallic black ?

[@Paul355c]

Hey, thanks for the comment. I went back with the factory color of Beluga Black. I had the paint shop look up the formula. It doesn’t really have any metallic so it’s more a version of gloss black with a hint of pearl. Safe travels.

[@ziadalqaisy7748]

Really impressive result, thank you for sharing, can you also share the details for the shop that remanufacture all stickers? ... thanks

[@Paul355c]

Hello and thanks for watching. I believe I got the stickers here: www.ebay.com/itm/184727304490?hash=item2b029af92a:g:g6wAAOSw63Re6Sec&amdata=enc%3AAQAGAAACYPYe5NmHp%252B2JMhMi7yxGiTJkPrKr5t53CooMSQt2orsS7UXID%252BRPOSNsnm8kYPghtGYvKNfut4elir2d9sqcdicVEZCMF7gWba1Nny9OyhiKCCDdjAoJLT8sJ1er6Swf8ZKEL%252BzuVHh79e4aGxvsKtJc%252BK42tjGpNWDMVijULGosXTKPPBn0uO%252FQ%252Bn3XVKfWQenv2sF5OXIIOUNsF9LdEJlVRyE9aL3CuJEve2Jn5GSMq%252FAQbKCpHgBeBNCw8tnKpu9G5am3CyyAtRJjWLBPiTIzOgldbjWtXAbYC1b5ipkvAdL4rOLiA66ZNv47Agq7DENqYfLZzCNm2rurg0yFQ3o4JJEs8WU6CejpNCiCVVgbeBdCjF6cbE0NP5QaROWN1MTP%252B8lmWlKBLhrjgX%252F0RFGu7i%252BJyiz9d4Ld%252Fr%252Fd2nTvRKBrQg0Fwb2cwzm1IvaPCPXT2ObI2oG1VUK5EjL65ZNcVSPUu%252BCu%252BI%252FPe%252Ba61W1%252Bx%252FBzDlssz6KrndQesk6KOqHRN7kvzUCWrl%252FGfgqgkBLxVq66jSgxbLRfm165ESAADoeCKixw%252B17eBuDcK0SuL4Q8JDg3NPoOp6LDoUk1SXwWFkqPba8DvK0lUcJ893rjBGDhWr1LOw2QDg%252BaEP8NOP1saUX23RvkHrAReitO81FgddlcVUPHDbdpa5avMrcZ3hsFH2j5F9yGT%252BSqhE9O6VJIeS8rGRAm56qNP3o19rLuISKp%252BG9Soz%252FSFdopC%252BgJyx1DpTaTY2OlH8tLpPrhzN4e%252FQmZViBJ2gzzT5HOL8Va02jSOrqPhqtM68%252FmCSSg%7Cclp%3A2334524%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR5zDgrelXw

[@melgar126]

Whete do you bought the original stickers?

[@Paul355c]

I said New York in the video but I remember now that it was New Jersey. I found then on eBay. Hopefully this link works: www.ebay.com/itm/184727304490?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-213727-13078-0&mkcid=2&itemid=184727304490&targetid=4581183927179148&device=c&mktype=&googleloc=&poi=&campaignid=418233787&mkgroupid=1241348861725295&rlsatarget=pla-4581183927179148&abcId=9300542&merchantid=51291&msclkid=35590b8d98391e7fb6d36aac3a11b5e7

[@nealcarpenter7364]

Where did you get the rear quarter glass seals?

[@Paul355c]

Hello. I found this video and they mentioned a source, I believe. I think that’s where I got them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGrQm2CdqKZ6gqc However, this may be another source: rimmerbros.com/Item--i-MUC64145PPR--SelectedCurrency-3?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyvi8xsDQ9gIVEeWzCh1loQ0lEAQYASABEgK9wvD_BwE Good luck

[@egec1]

Nice job removing (and not replacing) the rub rails. I have a 1992 classic and when I overhaul the body I look forward to losing mine too. The older classics didn't have them and I think it looks better without them. Did you do a 2" lift on both the front and rear? or did you need to do a little extra in the rear...

[@Paul355c]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment. You’ve got a great eye to notice the permanent removal of rub rails. Yes, I found them to be a little suburban / shopping center-minded. I like the clean look without. Regarding the lift, it was actually done by the previous owner and that’s the way I got the black vehicle. I think the guy told me it was a 2.5” lift with Old Man Emu shocks. I think it was a tuned kit but I don’t know if the rear required a slightly different spring height or not. I’m please with how smooth and comfortable the ride quality is with this setup. Again, thanks for your interest.

[@eddieflores2852]

Are you able to list the company that you bought the replacement stickers? Thank you again!! Had to watch the video again!!!! lol

[@Paul355c]

Hi Eddie. I can't remember if I responded to this or not. I think I got the stickers from here: www.ebay.com/itm/184727304490?hash=item2b029af92a:g:g6wAAOSw63Re6Sec

[@eddieflores2852]

@@Paul355c Thank you sir!! Will be waiting for your next Bulid!! Stay blessed sir!!

[@babulexplorer]

nice car 👍

[@grahameroberts8109]

Concourse quality 👍🏻🙏🦘

[@mohammadsaleh3594]

❤❤❤

[@123654789Eduardo]

CASAL 20!! TOP. 👏👏👍🙏

[@brianabbey3969]

Why did you paint the black green would’ve been a better Coner

[@007ss007]

Great end result! Rear RR lettering sits a bit too low.

[@Paul355c]

Interesting about the lettering. I took the measurements off of my donor vehicle which I thought was bone stock but maybe someone changed them before I owned it? It's clearly never been painted (the donor) so I'm just not sure.

[@007ss007]

@@Paul355c If you manage to buy OEM lettering, they come with backing paper, which act like a template to put letters on right height. This is about the correct height in the picture: garagecaspers.nl/assets/galleries/611/rangerover_v8_garage_caspers (9).JPG

[@007ss007]

tenwheel.com/imgs/a/a/d/k/v/rare_1995_range_rover_classic_lwb_25th_anniversary_edition_awesome_condition_4_lgw.jpg

[@Paul355c]

I see what you mean. It looks like I screwed up. My mistake was taking measurements from my donor which has a factory paintjob and no evidence that the letters were ever replaced. I just went out and checked and my donor definitely has letters lower than what you show. It appears you're right and I must just have some one-off situation with this donor. Bummer

[@connercooper3633]

@Some Assembly Required Hi @ Some Assembly Required! What a great job! I’m super impressed by the work you did throughout this series and had a few questions regarding a restoration project I want to do myself. Is there a way I can get in touch with you quickly to ask a few questions I have? Thanks!

[@Paul355c]

Hello Connor. I’d be happy to talk. Let’s find a way to connect outside of this KZbin enviro. Can you maybe send me a Facebook message or point me to to your FB account and I’ll do the same? We can then exchange contact info.

[@connercooper3633]

Yes I would appreciate that very much. Thank you! What’s the best way to find you over Facebook?

[@Paul355c]

@@connercooper3633 with a unique name it should be easy to find me on FB under Paul M. Prideaux. Try that. There are only a few Paul Prideaux’s on FB. One is in the UK and another might be in the Pacific Northwest.

[@connercooper3633]

Great! I just sent you a message on Facebook messenger

[@kamangakapinga5129]

Hello can I get the contact for the original stickers for my build

[@Paul355c]

@Paul355c 1 year ago I said New York in the video but I remember now that it was New Jersey. I found then on eBay. Hopefully this link works: www.ebay.com/itm/184727304490?

[@drparham]

Can you do mine!? Where are you located

[@Paul355c]

Good morning. I’m located in Richmond VA. I don’t know if you were kidding or not but it’s possible I would accept an arrangement to work on someone else’s truck.

[@drparham]

@@Paul355c no I'm serious Im located in NYC but I actually just purchased one from Roanoke a few weeks ago and have been tinkering with it myself and she's in pretty good shape but I'd love a partial restoration or some advice......also I'd love to help I'm an amateur but I'd gladly help out

[@Paul355c]

@@drparham Hello. Sorry for slow reply. Work has been crazy today. I’m happy to talk more with you about this subject. We should probably take it to direct messages or emails. Can you send me some type of DM with your email or phone number? I look forward to hearing about your find!

[@drparham]

@@Paul355c I think you posted your video in one of the FB groups I'll message you there privately

[@brianl4337]

The G on Range Rover is a little high.

[@brianl4337]

Or it is an illusion.

[@Paul355c]

@@brianl4337 Now I'm gonna get a set of lasers out and spend days building a jig! Thanks ALOT! :)

[@jamesclangdon]

Excellent work. Are you on Instagram?

[@brianl4337]

@@Paul355c Either way, I loves watching the build.

[@Paul355c]

Hi James. I have an Insta account but I haven't used it in years. I know it's a hugely popular venue and I should use it in the future. I invite you to share any of these vids on Instagram if you know places where people may enjoy.