Seam sealer on a classic Mustang. Tips and techniques. Jade part 60.

[@jssdalton4609]

"Happy little trees". Jade is coming along nicely!!!

[@rwl8150]

Very timely as I am starting this on my 68 Firebird.

[@billy.s.warner]

That moment when you think back on the cars you've done and wonder, hmmmmmm... did i get all those seams? hahaha great work man

[@tedbponycars3014]

Details yes! Looks like Iron Man needs a bath💪🏻💪🏻

[@ryanfrancis9893]

I have learned so much about restoring these cars from you. I've been able to dive head first into cowl replacement, a pillar and general sheet metal repair by using your videos. Thank you for all your help.

[@theblackprince2375]

thanks for reminding me how much more work needs to happen to the mustang before paint. Love the videos very informative.

[@3xzena]

Coming along nicely Barry. I have never used thinners to on sealers or caulk but If you have never tried it rubbing alcohol works fantastic as well to give you a nice finish and also allows your finger to glide over the finish.

[@RestoringChristine1956]

Thanks for taking the time to put this together. There's a lot of value in just walking through whatever situations you have in front of you and just talking through each one. Very useful!

[@raygoniea688]

Perfect timing! Almost done stripping the paint from the car before starting the epoxy primer process and I wondered what I would do with all of those seams. Jade is looking awesome and your videos along this journey are priceless.

[@kerdorven]

In the process of this restoration I’m also installing Vintage Air. I’ve watched your vids on that. I have the compressor bracket and compressor installed. Took a few mods for the bracket and a March Performance water pump pulley for my Cleveland.

[@68mustangrestoration34]

I just put the car in 2k primmer and this is perfect, I need to do the same for all the seams as well, this is a great guide as to where to put it as I was not aware it went in the gap between rear quarter where it is welded to the rockers... who knew.

[@joebruno8274]

Nice work. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@Andy351c]

Great Job Jo Daddy. Keep up the great work.

[@protege1962]

Nicely done Brother!. Good camera angles and explanations. Thx

[@billknapp6503]

For the visible areas where seem sealer is applied, I have heard using an acid brush works well.

[@callofgeorge]

nice work.. acid brushes work great for brushing seam sealer too in tighter places.. they're cheap and they'll keep your gloves clean.

[@bernierezny8156]

Thanks for showing this

[@buddygallagher1193]

Thanks for the video

[@willyg6545]

Would using a caulking tube style work better? Small cut tip?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Might be worth a try.

[@kerdorven]

The reason for my question is due to the effort necessary to remove the old rusted torque box which may have resulted in compromising the geometric body lines.

[@marcellemay7721]

I just use my finger to smooth over the seam sealer. I use the caulking tube type. I dont like the brushable.. Keep a rag handy and wipe the excess off my finger and keep moving on. Your finger is the perfect tool to get into all those nooks and crannys. I lay a small bead and then smear it in and smooth it out with my bare finger, no gloves. It's messy but it washes off with solvent and hand cleaner. I tried doing it with rubber glove on my hand but it just doesn't work.

[@nealnaz]

Interesting at the different techniques used when using seam sealer. For a professional look, I have admired the technique which I found from the KZbin page, "Arthur tussik", as he does a nice job with sealing seams on the jobs he does...and which to me look factory, by the time he gets done. Barry, if you check it out, I would be curious as to your thoughts on his way of sealing seams. I am enjoying the progression of work you are accomplishing on Jade.

[@theblackprince2375]

I used in my trunk along the wheel wells to replace the “tar” is 3m strip-calk. 051136-08578 black.

[@kerdorven]

So yeah, I’ve been watching your videos for some time now. You do great work. I’m in the process of restoring a 1970 mach1. And have been now working on the passenger side floor assembly. My floor support was salvageable with welding in steel plates. And now I’m at the point of installing the new torque box exterior panel. Wow this is a bear. My weld point flanges don’t seem to match with the body contour. Should I manipulate the body to meet the box or manipulate the box to meet the body. Eg the rocker and cowel ext.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Without seeing the car. I want to assume the shape of the car is correct. The brand of torque box matters too. Look up The Infernal Craftsman. He recently installed some ill fitting torque boxes in his car. I would manipulate the box to fit the car.

[@kerdorven]

@@JoDaddysGarage Ok. I purchased the torque box (2 piece) from CJ Pony Parts. I just need more finagling thank you.

[@UmrenTV]

Can you paint directly over the seam sealer, or does it have to be primed again before paint?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

It’s best to prime it. Check with the instructions for the product you use.

[@andrewbrown1463]

To clarify, bare metal should be rust free and primed before seam sealer is applied correct? Working on a VW rocker and had to remove a bunch of old seam seal.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Correct.

[@andrewbrown1463]

Awesome thanks. Great video.

[@engraciac.autobrepair1794]

This guy really knows what he is doing apoxi primer always first because doesn't have porous to let the moisture and oxygen goes into the bar metal that means no oxidation in the future...

[@gregworkshop5713]

hi barry the car is looking good .

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@user-rx6ty2tk1z]

I haven't finished this video, but I wanted to ask, do you seam seal the new floorboards on the inside or from the bottom of the car? Thanks and as usual, great video.

[@JoDaddysGarage]

I seam seal the floorboards from the bottom. You can do both though.

[@michaelscott9504]

Now you got paint brush bristles flying all around the shop... lol

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Flying? 😂

[@celticcraps]

What is the difference between "seam seeler" and using mini fiber glass and hardener?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Seam sealer will remain flexible.

[@celticcraps]

@@JoDaddysGarage I'm genuinely trying to understand. Why would you want it to remain flexible.

[@nilla003]

If factory sealer is still in place, disturb it?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Don’t need to. But there may be some hidden rust.

[@charlespartak2435]

maybe a dumb question but why wouldnt seam sealer be done just before epoxy or at least before primer ?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Epoxy goes to bare metal. You can add seam sealer after that. I did top coat with more high build afterwards.

[@charlespartak2435]

@@JoDaddysGarage yes, i understand epoxy goes dtm. i see guys do all kinds of sequences of coatings. i see epoxy dtm then filler , filler dtm then epoxy then high build and block, i see either one of those prior to paint . or primer then paint. primer, sealer then paint. its confusing to know what the order of coatings should actually be.

[@BLACKRAIN390]

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[@joepeltola52]

You do that like some one that's worked on aircraft.

[@uncleedna]

where are you located

[@JoDaddysGarage]

Atlanta area.

[@abc-ed1nr]

What Sean sealer did he use? Does seam sealer get rock hard or stay soft/rubbery!?!?!?!? Why is this info no where on the internet!?!?!?

[@JoDaddysGarage]

It’s evercoat brushable seam sealer. I’m sure I showed the product. It varies by product. Some stay pliable and others harden.

[@abc-ed1nr]

@@JoDaddysGarage you did, and thank you for the video!! I am frustrated trying to find a seam sealer that gets hard. Do you know of one??

[@eddievantailn2882]

Lacquer thinner requires safety glasses in my view. Not trying to lecture anyone, just my opinion.