Sick of Bondo? Use Lead Instead! 1964 Impala Door Repair

Hey we are back with the final video on the 1964 Impala door repair series. In this video I'll be doing more highly controversial lead bodywork. Also, there is some drama and cats, as well as an uplifting motivational speech.
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[@johnburch6927]

It truly is a shame that so many are jealous of someone's success rather than supportive. Keep on keepin' on, your work is phenomenal and so is your sense of humor.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks John!

[@brettm754]

You will never find a hater doing better than you. Keep up the great work.

[@scottkucharyshen1981]

Kyle your monologue at the end I believe is spot on. You do you!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks Scott!

[@lestersmith493]

After 48 yrs of non stop restoration this man teaches me still what a credit to the profession

[@Dieubussy]

I have cut up in my youth an old Lancia for the spares (B20 Gran Turismo) : there was only rust and tin left of the body. The flow of liquid metal was worthy of Terminator 2.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Lester!

[@dotell3359]

Me too.

[@floridaroadracerguy]

Best body man/philosopher/feline companion on YT.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha thanks!

[@vm722]

Very much agree with you. Kyle is always a teacher. Even if you don't want to learn. He can fix things that most people would consider trash. Amazing 👍

[@joewolf4483]

Whats not to hate ... you strut around in your fancy clothes ... just messin around in your fancy shop ... using all your fancy tools ... what can I say ... I'm jealous ... another great video ... lead away ... keep em commin Kyle ...

[@carhead9397]

All of us who watch faithfully are proof that you are doing a great job. I am old enough to be your grandfather and I admire your work. I still build cars and only getting better by watching guys like you. Keep them coming.

[@johnhaines6501]

came for the cats, stayed for the motivation. keep doing what you do, screw the haters. watching you has inspired me to go find a crusty, rusty old truck and start chopping away.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Right on! Good luck with your future project!

[@stantilton2191]

I don't understand what makes a person a hater, but they are everywhere it seems. They don't deserve your attention at all. Your work is amazing. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@ronosga4391]

I can see you getting pulled over and it looks like Cheech and Chong, the officer walks up and says "Do you realize your shirt is on fire?". You can just point to the sticker and all is well.😂

[@TCW-hw6iw]

Hysterical, I'm sure Kyle probably roared with laughter, I know I did. LMAO

[@davidbeer]

Good one man😅

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hahaha!

[@totallybonkers]

I think it's really cool that you have the skills to use different mediums. Use of lead included. I've never seen that technique, but it appears to make a very nice product. I watch KZbin to learn new things and for a little entertainment about the things I'm interested in, so thank you so much for providing excellent content.

[@Wheel_Horse]

Kyle, you're the best! Don't let anyone tell you any different! Your offbeat humor, your demeanor, all good! You inspire me! If I lived nearby, you would never get rid of me. I'd be hanging out with you all the time.

[@juanzayas7719]

Thanks Briquetaverne for the kind words and the sticker.

[@christianheidt5733]

Saturday's my two favourite shows CWM & your channel. Love that you guys are preserving history with your incredible skills 💪.

[@normanstilwell1387]

Thanks!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Wow thank you Norman! I really appreciate you helping to keep the show on the air!

[@Chevypowered5766]

Hi Kyle, I just wanted to say a thank you to briquetaverne , for the support of the channel, to the mystery donor who sent the scotch bright pads to help Kyle with the work that he is doing. Now to the video, it was great a glimpse into the past of how things were done back then. This is truly a dying process and like always you make it look so easy. Thanks again for all your work. Later

[@alunhuang-wright3030]

Wow, that was deep! And the metalwork was superb. Suitably chastised I shall now go and fix my leaking roof.

[@shadetreemechanicracing22]

I love work, I could watch it all day.

[@mikejones4006]

Thanks Kyle you never disappoint. From those of who watch and do.

[@MarekMakes]

I recently started a KZbin project on a 1937 Chevy … your motivational speech is spot on!! Thank you

[@lancemclean9273]

Mine was the reverse situation- I was watching you and ended up addicted to CWM as well

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Sorry about that! Haha

[@TommyBradham]

I had managed to escape the CWM obsession after the Fury build now I've got this guy constantly badgering me about Newstead and I'm finding it impossible to pull myself away from these weirdo French cars with their various hydraulic pumps and accumulators. Steerable headlights? I spent 20 mins trying to understand that conglomeration of insane engineering. That Kyle takes no responsibility for pushing this sorceey on unsuspecting viewers is truly disappointing

[@lancemclean9273]

@@TommyBradham no - he seems to project an air of being guilt free in this matter . I’m looking g forward to CWMs doing the limousine, but I can’t the understand the obsession with the Le Cars

[@lancemclean9273]

@@CarterAutoRestyling Scott doesn’t seem to mind me being a regular viewer. Some day maybe I’ll be able to contribute more $ but for now I’ll heap the two of you with praise

[@TommyBradham]

​@@lancemclean9273i always wanted an R5 Turbo as a kid so I definitely could dig CWM ripping in one of those

[@JimDockrellWatertone]

Still liking the work and the sarcasm. Keep it up!

[@classiccarrebuilds2771]

Not sure how anyone can be negative about your work/channel its my go too video channel when i need a kick up the ass to get working on my junk 👍👍👍

[@normende]

Thank you Kyle for your inspirational words; I do stuff too...sometimes.

[@Durfield]

Another interesting, informative show concluded with a fine epilogue.

[@michaelhallas6450]

The lead work came out very nice , looking forward for more videos thanks .

[@user-yp8ky8us3s]

This video totally reminded me of when I was a kid I let a friend use my car in high school he put it in the ditch tipped it on the side lightly my dad had an old timer work on it in our shop at our marine business he leaded everything and painted the car got me my start on doing all my own body work on my vintage cars and rebuilders. Great video.

[@williamdalbey4867]

Dude, you rock! The haters need to piss off!

[@glennnickerson8438]

Sounds like the infamous novel by Charles Dickens as told by Kyle Carter: The Tale Of Two Car Doors... It was the worst of doors, it was the best of doors...😉

[@erichutchins2113]

Thank you for the video! I enjoyed seeing the process of lead work. And of course the cat content.

[@upnorthyooper1196]

Thanks Brick ! and the Mystery Person !

[@robertshemory3541]

❤ watching you work . You get things done and having fun at it.😎👍👍✌️

[@traviswhite3026]

keep doing what you enjoy, and we will keep enjoying watching it. whether its impala doors, the chicken truck, junkyards, or cats, im here for it. this is one of the best channels going right now. It's so relatable for the average guy. it really has a way of making me feel like i can do it too. (though i dont have near your skill). looking forward to the next video!

[@rustyrodgarage2686]

Thanks for all the instruction.you should create a post office box so your subscribers can send you some supplies.

[@dinodaniel2237]

Glad to see the Impala door worked out for you. Definitely looking forward to the return of the chicken truck. All the best!

[@ronpat13]

I really enjoy watching you work with the lead, a lost skill. Thanks for the pep talk at the end of your video. An old saw has it "those who can, do. Those who can't teach." I want to add "those who are incapeable of either, criticize. Cheers!

[@donwalker7931]

Kyle: metal craftsman, cat lover, philosopher, and therapist. Great combination. Keep up the marginally mediocre work!!! May the body putty be with you😁

[@ronnygilmore6558]

Quality work Kyle. Lead work has always been a thing of interest for me. It's true old school customizing.

[@shedbythetracks]

Wow! I tuned in expecting the usual video of you poking sharp objects through garbage body panels... but what do I get? A motivational speech! The other surprise was I had no idea you were into kite flying... love to see how you fly your kites using your 1940s skill sets. As far as people complaining about your methods or how you do things... do what I do.... When viewers watch me, they are so horrified at what they are witnessing they feel sorry for me and think I may have a debilitating mental problem. Cheers from the Shed

[@glennnickerson8438]

At least Kyle doesn't live in a van--DOWN BY THE RIVER!!! Not yet anyway...

[@shedbythetracks]

😁@@glennnickerson8438

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hi Randahl. Although this channel is primarily focused on auto repair, I do have several other interests. In addition to kite flying, I also enjoy jump rope, mountain climbing and sniffing glue.

[@shedbythetracks]

😂😂@@CarterAutoRestyling

[@Poo-Peater]

I just finished stripping the 5 layers of paint and primer off of a fender. I found that it had a 1/2" thick layer of bondo over 3/4 of the fender with a couple of dents and one crease where the bondo was closer to an 1" and a half, I spent about an hour removing the small creases, it's not nearly perfect yet but gives me a new found respect for what you do.

[@davidjimenez933]

Your blue car reminds me of my 79 Cordoba I had years ago

[@johnvettleson6852]

love your craft and odd sense of humor

[@mikewhitley1183]

Kyle excellent work my friend, you're the magic Metal Man!

[@barryhankins1194]

lol...Kyle, I would place you at the head of ANY body shop. Your skill is second to none and your knowledge is astonishing for your age. STOP hearing the haters, talk to Brent from Halfass he can relate, maybe a collaboration? Brent respects those that do....

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

I am only jealous of the amount of time you have to put into your project. I thoroughly enjoy watching you turn junk to treasure and learn from your episodes. Keep on doing you and remember that in order to have haters, you have to be doing something to ruffle their feathers. Last time I checked, like you, I didn't give them the power to run my life and tell me what to do. To say it politely, they can go take a long walk off a short pier. Go on setting yourself on fire and bending metal. Woo Hoo! I can't wait for the next video.

[@JulianCoogan-zl1ru]

wow, such kindness from people. I don't know why anybody would be negative about your channel and the work you do which is so creative and a pleasure to watch. I am just glad that such channels exist for old codgers like me and it gives me hope that there are talented, motivated young men like you to inspire your generation and those who come after you! I watch Fitzee's fabrications which is also a great resto channel and when my new garage is built I will be having a go on my old rust bucket 1996 Saab 9000 Aero. I sincerely wish you all the best from another retired old cop across the pond! :)

[@60Imperial]

You've got it all sorted, haters just blow! you are right up there with 'Cold War Motors' lol

[@reverendtfg6802]

@37:09 *If nobody else claims that mystery gift, it was me that sent it. You're welcome.*

[@joeg7755]

Very nice speech at the end, I would say most of what you said is true. Very sad that our social fabric is falling apart in so many ways. Anyhow that was a nice letter from the USA gentleman in France, and I wish I could claim that I sent you the box of goodies LOL. Cheers!

[@SmittyInVegas]

Kyle. Your ending comments are so true. People who said I couldn’t take a junkyard car and make it cool only inspired me more to get the job done. I bought a 59 Teebird rust, free hood and front bumper the other day from a 83-year-old gentleman for $100. We had a great conversation about cars. He was ready to paint a 59 ranchero, but the wind picked up. 83 yrs old! Smitty I would still like to send a donation other than Patreon. Maybe you can create a email address or PO Box?

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Right on! Sometimes the best motivation comes from the people who say it can't be done! Feel free to send me an email at: [e-mail]

[@robertahrens9481]

Kyle I support u and your sweater 💯

[@mikewhitley1183]

Kyle you're a master and you don't realize it! I think using lead is a permanent repair as opposed to Bondo, believe me I wish I was as talented as you are! You rock and roll buddy!!!!!!!!

[@philpapizzo6038]

Passenger door of my 57 doesn't wave, more like a standing ovation. Always put the lawn chairs )or a tree beside the Pass side at the show 'n shines. Staring at it causes motion sickness. Can only imagine what they filled it with, most likely grey winter socks or floor sweepings. I'd kill for a decent lead repair.

[@user-ox3cr2cp5z]

Nice video on the use of lead on the car doors! Let the bad comments slide off of your back! Love to see Lady Poe and her paper bag. So nice to see both of the kitties as always. We also enjoyed the music selections. The ending with Alan and Poe made Tom and I smile and laugh!

[@stevesmoneypit6137]

That was saying a mouthful! Great motivational talk. To many expert couch potatoes that are to lazy to try but rip on people that do.

[@johnfalco9528]

Am I surprised to see another video about lead bodywork? No humans are creatures of habit. Just like Kyle making two videos in a row about lead bodywork, I’m a creature of habit and watched both! 😂 So, that being said great content

[@Joe.Doucette]

That was the best use of a tie in world.. a cat toy. And the insert of Poe while you were working was A1. I knew that you COULD fix that old door skin but I was so glad to see that you weren't going to. That would have been a nasty pile of work, as you are more than well aware of. Ahh the 60's and 70's. The days of brazing on a panel. I do NOT miss that. You offer good advice. You are wise beyond your years .. or is that wise beyond your ears? Hmmm

[@glennnickerson8438]

Ah yes Joe, the golden age of body work. Where the directions on the can of filler told you to stuff a rusted out hole with newspaper and for the "quality" repair--window screen!😲

[@Joe.Doucette]

I'm not sure who was the "professional" that came up with that special precedure, Glenn... but I always wished he would have taken on a different specialty. The thing that really bothers me is that no one around my part of the world knew about the tools that were being used in other places. Tools like bead rollers (swaging machines), English wheels (wheeling machines), shrinkers, stretchers... Life would have been easier. Then again.. I know "modern" guys who use spray foam as a base for the body fill. Some things never change, I guess.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hi Joe! I believe "wise beyond ears" suits me best. I wish I could have been around in the days of braze n pave and white lightning, guess I was born too late! Thank you for helping to keep the show on the air as well, It is much appreciated!

[@Joe.Doucette]

Hey. We didn't know any better. ;) My pleasure.

[@chriskettle6450]

Great job my friend.!!!

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Something I learned not long ago that helps with overly negative unproductive comments for me. The comments we get on YT are MUCH more a reflection of the person leaving them than the creator. That is some incredible patience and top notch work right there! Pretty cool, my dad was a New York Police officer and I grew up in Suffolk County on Long Island New York. :)

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Small world! Haha, thanks for watching!

[@user-di6rx2wr3r]

Hi Mr Kyle, You’re doing a great job with you’re passion, it’s great to see what you do. I’m an old timer that grew up in my dad’s service station and I love to work with my hands. I’ve been an HVAC tech for 45 years and I’m always amazed when people who have no comprehension of mechanical things tell me how to do my job. Like you said, they don’t participate in life so they have to try to bring down those that do. Headed out to my garage right now to see what kind of trouble I can get into, I have a yard full of Jeeps so it shouldn’t be too hard. Keep up the good work. One of your fans, Rob Hunt

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you Rob!

[@stephenmacintosh8306]

Ignore the haters. Greetings from eastern Canada. Love the videos.

[@davidlester6092]

Well said, now get back to work!!!!!🤩

[@albarrett1566]

Really cool to see this old damage on panels

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Haha it's like an archeological dig uncovering all the old bodywork

[@vm722]

Wow Just freaking Wow 👌

[@JackBWatkins]

Kyle is the leader of the leader community. As Kyle always says, “You can’t lead from behind.”

[@pnuts1649]

I was looking at the chicken truck in the background during part of your monolog. Man the proportions from a distance are really spot on. Sometimes it's hard to visualize it up close, but, from a distance.......oh baby that looks great. As far as the lead controversy........anything the government is against, I'm for generally. lols Most people with negative comments are just looking to start a conversation or get a reaction. I'd just ignore them in the grocery store or anywhere else. They'll move on to some other guy to engage. Thanks again for your videos. I've watch everyone since being influence by Scott hyping your channel. I 've been building cars since the late sixties and don't see anything you do that, I can find fault with. Maybe I just don't have enough experience to know what I'm talking about. Cheers

[@kathyleigh2645]

Well said. It's good to let it go.

[@Mr49Studebaker]

Man that is a rough pair of of doors to choose from. Good thing you know how to do body work.

[@fredshaw8323]

Good Job 1964 Impala door repair...

[@darrelharvey1876]

Another entertaining episode.. The end was well spoken..

[@skylinegtr-gd2lg]

Your skill-level is most amazing - - major league stuff! Also, your presentations are most entertaining too - - hoo-ah! !

[@Eggwelder]

Leading is a process i wish to learn. It makes more sense to me to use something that is less likely to crack, especially in a high stress/use area. Ive been collecting lead from the junkers that come thru my yard for parts and scrapping, so like three cars. Got about 2 lbs so far.

[@AndyGeesGarage]

Thanks for the cat video interrupted by body work.😉 You’re lead work is 🤌 I learnt to do lead work from an old body man 35+ years ago, we used 50 weight motor oil to “lube” our paddles but it would smoke and it was easy to burn paddles, I have tried other media with my favourite being bees wax but it is very expensive. I’m really enjoying the Chicken truck build too.

[@Foordson]

Hey! Nice repair again! I think we may see that ruined rusted and dented Impala door gets done someday too...???

[@flatfoot62]

I live in Suffolk County and can attest to the fact that we have a fine Police Department. I have a family member who is currently a detective in SCPD. Hopefully the police in your area will respect the decal from Suffolk County, New York. I love your channel and it’s content. Keep up the good work. Thanks Kyle

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Small world! I'm sure they won't pay much attention to the decal haha

[@kiwicoupe]

Kyle, your comments reminded me the following quote, attributed to Theodore Roosevelt, that I have kept for years. "It is not the critic who counts....... The credit belongs to the one who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred with by dust and sweat and blood..... Who at best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place will never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat." A bit flowery and of the war era but basically says the same thing. Keep up the good work and ignore the critics because they really don't count!!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Great quote! Thanks for sharing!

[@Wrenchen-with-Darren]

3m scotch pads are the best. I enjoyed the video 👍

[@rogerpence]

that is the nicest jacket I've ever seen you wear! Screw the haters and keep on! You're doing great.

[@Must-Stangingarage]

I might try to lead on my mustang I got a cracked windshield that it might work on LOL I will give it a try when I get to putting quarters back on, I'll watch and watch your videos when l get that far

[@awakeariseandwatch5976]

I enjoy all the videos you do , you are so funny with your dry humor. great job on 64 door looks awesome. God bless

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Glad you like them!

[@indigojewsnap7307]

Hi Kyle, sorry I'm late, was at the degenerate wasted lives fashion show for torn clothes and pre-loved no hope attire - we sold out. You talking about fire, I remember my dad (bless him) he was in the fire service, he never lasted long, he made me laugh.... 'fight fire with fire!' was his motto, come to think of it now, probably explains why he got kicked out - Thank You.

[@IrenESorius]

Vive la France,, 🇸🇪💞🇫🇷 Very impressive and educational as usual, Mr Metal Whisperer,, 👍‍‍🤩👍‍‍ Thank you kindly Kyle,, 🌟🙏🌟

[@rodmacisaac5963]

Thanks Kyle 👍😎

[@davec9244]

How to do lead work. Step one DO NOT EAT THE LEAD, step two do not eat the lead, step three don't eat the lead. The word is "TROLL" lots of them any more or less. thank you for the music at the end. Please ALL stay safe

[@thestreets5206]

Hats off to you good sir 👍👍👍

[@bowens2773]

Awesome video. Interesting to see stuff that is not really fixable.

[@jamesblake365]

Awesome job on your lead work

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thank you!

[@paulstanley31]

Yeah it’s harder to find lead. My local auto supply told me that they can’t get it or won’t get any more. I saw a video on using plumbing solder for small dings and it works. I like the idea of metal replacing metal. There was a plastic filler called “all metal” that sort of resembles lead, but can’t even find that anymore. So, I have been relegated to using Bondo, in tiny amounts!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Hi Paul. The "all metal" is actually just plastic filler with aluminum shavings mixed in to turn it silver colour and make it harder to sand. In my opinion, it's just overpriced snake oil. There's nothing wrong with using regular plastic filler. If you need to fill a weld seam or something more than 1/8" thick, then short strand fiberglass filler is the best option as it's moisture resistant and more flexible than the "all metal"

[@andygriffiths8647]

Keep up the great work and thanks for the good advice, best way to deal with the negative stuff is don’t respond, they just love to keep it going to get their kicks, just keep doing what makes you happy 🙂

[@philcappellini2820]

Thanks for another great video!!

[@stevenwithanS]

As always, your work is impeccable. I think lead is a wise investment. I have my share. As far as the danger of lead goes, I believe it increases with velocity.

[@jerryuptmor2826]

Well said. Thank you. Blessings.

[@troy9616]

Looks really good.

[@cad68m_m]

Thanks briq & mystery donor

[@errolpoxleitner9586]

Great job Kyle.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Thanks!

[@johnkranz4004]

Great work on the Door Kyle and Nice words and Sticker

[@robertstewart7744]

Great job again.

[@vernonland5987]

Always a pleasure watching your videos!

[@Wyowanderer]

Beautiful work!

[@died4us590]

Sad that people have to spread so much negativity, and you are right about why they do it. I have so much wrong with me physically, and i have to keep moving so that can try and maintain what i do have. I have progressive MS, and it has caused muscle wasting on my entire left side. My muscles are half the size of my right side, and i can't feel my left hand, which makes many thing's a challenge, not to mention taking so much more time to do anything. I have injuries from an accident that slow me down to, but i fight through the pain and frustration to do what i have always loved to do. I enjoy these video's, and have been watching your older video's. I like the idea of using lead when possible, it just seems logical, and looks fun. I like your commentary as you work on stuff, the sarcasm is well placed. Just keep doing you, and I'll keep watching. I'm probably one of only two female viewers, and no i am not gay. Those who grew up in the 70's&80's know about being free child labor lol. I was older than my brother, and was the official grunt for my dad and grandpa, but that's okay, because they taught me a lot about fixing pretty much anything. I have ADHD, so this kind of work has always kept me busy. G-d bless.