The Ugly Reality of Mustang Coupe to Fastback Conversions: What Nobody Tells You | lostsocketgarage

Dive into the real challenges and necessities of converting a Mustang Coupe to a Fastback. Visit my website for more: www.lostsocketgarage.com/
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Lost Socket Garage.com was created in 2019, though its roots run much longer. It all began with a group of friends that loved to modify their cheap high school cars with next to no actual budget. Originally focusing on our love of American Muscle, we grew into specializing in Classic Ford mustangs and more specifically the highly popular Coupe to Fastback Conversion. With the Fastback Market skyrocketing, we wanted to provide a realistic alternative to owning a classic Fastback without shelling out the premium they draw.
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[@samsunggalaxys225]

Can I get a Wooooot woooooot for Lost Socket Garage🔈🔈. The shop is a force to be reckoned with. I love the precise persistent and patience they trigger, just to make our dreams a realistic reality. Greetings from gloomy and chilly California, USA.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks buddy! Stay warm!!

[@julioarenas8476]

​@@lostsocketgarage. Are you able to do a front end crown vic swap for f100.

[@julioarenas8476]

@@lostsocketgarageare you able to do a coyote swap for a f100

[@lostsocketgarage]

@@julioarenas8476 Currently, unfortunately not

[@SWGarage]

This video couldnt be more true. I am nearly done with replacing my torque boxes, toe boards, and patching my firewall. Still have to do the conversion…but cannot wait. Patience is something this car is teaching me, a few hours every night. Thanks for the videos and the advice as always. Keep them coming!!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for the feedback! Glad you liked the vid. Hope your conversion goes well and have fun!!! Go get it!

[@patrickphelps2295]

You could rename this video "The Ugly Reality of replacing sheetmetal on any classic car". Envisioning what you want, runs to the store for tools and fasteners, measuring and re-measuring, adjusting, running into problems like hidden rust, frustration/anger, and just having to walk away for a while to reset your brain. Great video.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Amen to this buddy! Thanks!

[@lugnuts7800]

This is the first time I've seen your channel, and after watching I immediately subscribed. I did body and paint professionally for years and it is thoroughly refreshing to hear you give straight, no bullshit advice for the average DIY car guys out there. Good job! Now I've got to check out your other videos...Have a cold one, and have a good one!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks buddy! Comments like this go a long way. Cheer 🍻

[@luisayala7861]

Absolutely great video. Thank you for taking the time to put this together and get the info out.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thekingsway295]

Well done video! Even the 'commercial break' was short and to the point. Loved your advice and coaching about pushing through discouragement in your project especially when you said "That's not just cars, I mean that's life." This is a must see video for those DIY'ers who have never done anything like this before to open their eyes on what to expect and to encourage them to keep going once they have made that commitment to build it!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much!

[@damianlindsey6177]

​@@lostsocketgarageI am with this guy on what he said. I did a Coyote swap into a 1983 Ford Ranger and outside of like 1 other truck on KZbin, this is a very rare swap. I kept my twin I beams as well as I can't just drop 2500 on the aje front end and I lost count of how many people told me it couldn't be done without being a hack job to I should've put an ls in it because it's easier. Yes, it is and yes, I could've just put in a 302 from a fox mustang and be done but I wanted 470hp without having to resort to cam and head mods, plus, I already had the coyote motor. Life is hard, building cars is hard, living your life and doing things that make you happy is what it's all about. Nothing easy is worth anything

[@bdinnerv]

Really appreciate the effort you put into these videos and support for everyone else out there trying to do this kind of conversion!

[@lostsocketgarage]

So glad it helps!

[@bobturner6516]

great video! it's always good to hear the cold hard truth about a process you might underestimate

[@lostsocketgarage]

Very true! Thanks!!

[@user-vo7vr3ii1e]

Great to hear the positive message at the end of the video. I've done complete nut and bolt restoration on a could vehicles and you are 100% correct about leaning to walk away and regroup.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks! Little positivity never hurt haha

[@timbardon9651]

I really appreciate the realizm and truth you shared about what to expect doing this project. Great video, I love what you do and how you Approach the project. Keep up the great work 👍 and keeping it REAL

[@lostsocketgarage]

I appreciate that! Thanks for following along!!

[@cesarmagdaleno6009]

Great talk. Very professional. Great voice. Can’t wait to see more content.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thank you so much!

[@biastv1234]

Awesome episode. Great to hear from an expert just how hard this job really is.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for following along!

[@johnburgess6572]

This guy makes so much sense !!!!!!! His is the voice of experience and has a great teaching style !!!!!!!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Awww thanks! i appreciate it!

[@toddenglerth5886]

Great video as usual with lots of hard truths! Will you still be making a video on Fastback interior bracket measurements for the? That's one I'll definitely need when I get to that point and haven't seen anyone else address. Thanks for the great videos, keep 'em comin!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for watching!! We will be soon

[@johnvanhorn3208]

Awesome job !! Great video 😊

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thank you 🤗

[@gettin-sendy]

How is it these videos come at me as i need them. I am currently learning and preparing to do a conversion on my 69 Coupe. I already have the 429 motor and 69 Coupe. I have spoken with the Aus importer for my Roadster Shop Chassis. LSG might be my key to the Fastback body panels supply and guidance to completion. Thankyou for putting these videos out. Much appreciated.

[@lostsocketgarage]

What can i say, sometimes we have good timing haha

[@randy1490]

Thanks for the video. Im shopping for my 68 now. I will be in contact.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Good luck! We do have a couple, so shoot me an email at lostsocketgarage@gmail

[@jordanschultz2232]

Nice work Hunter!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks!

[@peteranderson6172]

Fantastic knowledge, awesome advise.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Frankthebank761]

Thanks for the info. The coupe video on what to look for would be great.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Waiting on it to stop raining then Ill gitr done

[@danielstover3029]

Sooooo True! Great reminder! 😁👍

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yes! Thank you!

[@modsnationcom]

I did my conversion myself because Hunter @ the time was very busy and didn't have spot for me. I'd say like this, first time doing it - took me almost a year combining with kids and running 9-5 business. It took so much learning, mostly because you don't know what you do. So, first time doing it - definitely underestimation of how much you need to learn in order to do that. But! Second time, I'd say it would take me week to make a conversion if all the parts are in house and coupe is not bent.. so, second time it would be overestimation. These videos that Hunter and Harness made were very helpful and my conversion on my channel.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks so much for sharing the experience buddy! Glad you got it done! And that we could help!

[@dominiqueeaster9249]

Great video and oh so true

[@lostsocketgarage]

Glad you enjoyed

[@norrisnetllc]

Nice work my friend!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@vr_x7364]

Man I saw one for sale but thanks for this vid really making me rethink but I’d like to think someday I’ll have one 😅😅

[@lostsocketgarage]

Do it!

[@StansE250]

GENEROUS vid ! 😎👍🏼🏆

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks!

[@josephgiannini6174]

great video... great process..I would apply this to any car...restoration or otherwise....patience practice and the correct tools is a must..bravo

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks so much! Means alot

[@patrickreynolds801]

Awesome advise

[@lostsocketgarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jerryfrederick6610]

I 68' Fastbacks but, I also believe the 68" Coupe is also a fantastic looking car. Now if converting a 69' to fastback, I am all 100% behind that. Thanks for the video.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Well said!

[@brianjefferies-lw5fv]

Would love a dedicated video on what to look for in a coupe.

[@lostsocketgarage]

I'll work on it

[@garageofdreams3549]

70 question. Is the FB windshield angle different from a coupe. Is the trunk floor behind the gas tank the same on FB and coupes. Thanks for your help.

[@lostsocketgarage]

TBH I am not sure about the windshield for a 70. 65-68 is the same between coupe and FB. Should be the same behind the tank.

[@robertwells6454]

I wouldn't attempt this without a good deal of fab experience. I work in a fab shop and it is always problem salving. ALWAYS! You can be a great wrench but that won't get You to where You want to be. Having said that It is totally possible. 😁👌

[@lostsocketgarage]

it's not easy for sure!

[@brapgarage]

Yes, Coupe what to look for video, PLEASE.

[@lostsocketgarage]

We will work on it!!! Thanks for following along!

[@stephenjewitt9009]

I have been making mustang eleanor body kits for about 15 years in Australia. I do talk to customers all the time about these conversions and one thing I see happening that is wrong and that is welding things together without all the parts all fitted. I have seen bonnets that will not fit and trunk lids that will not fit. The pumping of rear quarters that has just been a recent thing. I kind of think only weld up your trunk and surrounds once you have fitted an original trunk lid then if your fibreglass one will not fit modify the fibreglass part. My thinking is do not make something wrong and make everthing that is right wrong to make things fit, just make the wrong thing right. Some of the guys here have a steel frame / trolley that goes under the sills of the car that the body can be clamped to while the work is completed. I think it is far better than hoping the concrete floor is flat. A flat table or steel plate but the trolley is good if you need to move the body around. Good video to help anyone who is about to take this on.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Agreed. Its why we use a jig and make sure shes level before we cut. Also all of our measurments are taken from real FBs, so the simulate the from factory measurements. God bless you fiberglass guys!

[@stevedenson4863]

Great talk show! No byilding!

[@lostsocketgarage]

no what?

[@ulyssesvazquez387]

would like to know more about the electric conversion.

[@johnnymeyer4814]

Another great video…. New haircut hunter 😊

[@lostsocketgarage]

Haha more aerodynamic. Thanks!!!

[@mchurch3905]

I’ve got a basic 65 Mustang coupe, 6 cylinder, 3 speed floor shift. What’s a ballpark $$ for Lost Socket Garage to do the fastback conversion?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@tradukilor2]

Like others, thank you for this video. Honestly, DYI is way beyond my brain cell level. Would take your offer to make a video of what to look for a coupe...and just contact you 😉

[@lostsocketgarage]

Sure thing!

[@Jindsing]

What is a ball park conversion cost you charge?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Depends on the year. Shoot me an email at [e-mail]

[@Mustang_pilot]

Ugh, I really want to do this to my 70 coupe but between the cost and this is my first resto, I just don’t think I can pull it off. I already have my car totally stripped, on a body cart, just replaced everything rotted up front, frame rail patches, floor supports, toe boards, torque boxes, drivers full length floor pan and working on passenger floor right now. My car needs new passenger side quarter, transition pan, rear trunk brace etc. I’m so torn on what to do. I would be so much happier with a fastback but do I just finish this car and sell it and buy a fastback to restore next. So many decisions.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Decisions are hard man. You're asking a fastback guy though so you know what my answer will be. Patience, maybe find a donor, or save up. You'll be happier in the long run if that's really what you want. gitr done man!

[@davidkaralus7464]

What do you do with the coupe roof from the donors?

[@garageofdreams3549]

I will have some clean 70 coupe parts in Houston if you are close by.

[@davidkaralus7464]

not close by, and was looking for one for a '67.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Unfortunately we just toss them. Takes too much time to save them then try to resale em. They do make repop roofs though

[@darrylmitchell1305]

Thanks amill for sharing your knowledge and skills on this subject. I agree with everything you said Sir. Have you ever thought about have a in person class? It's one thing to learn from a video but 3 or 4 class would really help the DIY community. There are metal shaping classes that are short and it's not for free. Everything thing you're talking about is a Dying skill. Not everyone can afford to pay to have a classic build but I know that they can diy it. Plus shops over charge and customer service really sucks nowadays. I'm interested in saving 1k on the 67/68 conversion. I've watched a lot of channels and everyone was helpful but i greatly appreciate your honesty and encouraging words. Good luck and hope to meet you in person one day.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks so much for following along! I have thought about doing classes yes. It is more of a bandwidth thing for me right now. I have had people come in before though that need help and I have showed them. Make your way out to SLC!

[@jasonsanders979]

Well here we go, I have the titled 69 donor coupe and it's a rolling chassis. I'm wanting to have it as a Fastback. But, haven't spent much time thinking about it because my 65 is the priority project, not against letting it be your project. So, are you done with it yet? 😂😂

[@jasonsanders979]

Liked and subscribed, have watched many of your videos but plan on watching more of them. Thank you for great advice and how, helpful vids.

[@lostsocketgarage]

haha we could do a 69!

[@user-qr7ee2cp4y]

Most prefer the fastback, but I don't prefer them that much.... how about buying like a dynacor fastback shell and a donor car? Would that be a better route?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Definitely an option. Some drawbacks though: 1. You are waiting usually at least a year for the shell (not a roller) 2. Doesnt come with doors, fenders, or anything that bolts on. 3. No vin, so you have to register it as a kit car (or do other more grey area stuff). 4. No guarantee its all welded together with the right measurements because they have no doors, fender, decklid etc. We have had issues with their welded side assemblies not being welded correctly. But overall yes, still a solid option.

[@ramblingsadrift6477]

yabbbayabbbaa on and on on what a seasoned Mustanger is well acquainted with...besides not a fan of pinewood derby fastbacs..

[@lostsocketgarage]

Hey thanks for following along! I know you must have a super high bar for the YT vids you watch , so thanks for spending time on ours and helping our algorithm with a comment! Gotta go build another pinewood derby car now! Cheers! ✌️

[@Steven-cq8nv]

Can I covert my 1966 coupe to a 1968 fastback

[@lostsocketgarage]

With enough money, anything is possible, but tbh it would be a bit impractical

[@robharper2078]

It's one of the immutable laws of car repair: no matter how many tools you've assembled for any project, you will always need one more, and one more, and one more, and so on.

[@UberLummox]

Mustang, a Ford, father of the assembly line was hand built??? Not sure if I'm convinced of that. Have welded up a few Mustangs, but you've done way more!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Well yeah, hand built on the assembly line. PBS has a nice Doc on it. www.pbs.org/video/american-experience-ford-assembly-line/ Thanks for following along!

[@jimmyfleetwood1118]

@@lostsocketgarage Didn't that apply to all the Big 3 until the early 2000's...?

[@barrycuda3769]

I live in New Zealand, so I'm not sure of what laws and regulations there are in America when it comes to vehicle registration . But it seems that having an original body tag is absolutely required. What I've been wondering, is ,what can be done with a complete Dynacorn fastback body ?, after buying one ,can you just go and buy every other component needed for a complete car ,from wrecking yard parts, and or ,new reproduction parts, and then put that car on the road, with a new body ID ? .Or are those bodies only going to be of any use, to people who have an original fastback that's rusted out or accident damaged ? and in that case, I thought it was illegal to take tags off a car and put them on another body ?? .Basically, what I'm asking is ,who can use those repro bodies? . Maybe there is a good reason that people are opting for a coupe to fastback conversion instead?

[@lostsocketgarage]

It's a good question. Here, the vin will still show a coupe, but also on most titles the designation is just coupe/sedan/truck . So it would take a guy that knows his vin #s to tell. As for Dynacorn bodies.. personally I do not think it worth it. 18k USD and it has to be registered as a Kit Car. Then you have to still buy doors, fenders, hood, drivetrain, suspension, interior etc. For me, i think it makes more sense to get a donor. Feel free to email us at [e-mail] if you have more questions.

[@barrycuda3769]

@@lostsocketgarage Thanks, I know one thing for sure ,it's so cool that people are supplying these reproduction parts , and the idea of being able to buy a complete reproduction muscle car body was just a fantasy not all that long ago. Iv'e just seen your latest video, looking good .👍

[@hawkotr]

What's the price for that?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email at [e-mail] and Ill be happy to cover pricing and process

[@Mustang65898]

Does it need ro have a title

[@lostsocketgarage]

The donor?

[@robaxelsson530]

Most states only require a “bill of sale” to register the vehicle.. check your state requirements..

[@austinmatthews347]

Are the fastbacks worth so much more than the coupes. (Pronounced coop ay

[@lostsocketgarage]

Lol yup it should be pronounced like that haha. Yes, the FBs are much more valuable than coupaaaaaays.

[@austinmatthews347]

@@lostsocketgarage i am inly messing mate i find the uk vs us wordings quite interesting take the uk word for under the engine cover is bonnet like little red riding hood we call the place we walk pavement us its sidewalk car rocker panel is a cill wings are fenders its facinating to me but i will be sampling us culture in sept as i am flying to boston and doing a 2 week tour of central us cant wait mate

[@adios_erartist1598]

My guy

[@RS-gh2mf]

The super motivater 😂

[@lostsocketgarage]

Haha I try!

[@johnkelly6942]

OK. You talked me out of it.

[@i_am_balakay2834]

id love to see a 1969 coupe to fastback video

[@lostsocketgarage]

When we get one I def will

[@buysellphx]

@@lostsocketgarage I am really considering getting my 69 coupe to you guys. Watched a ton of videos from your channel!!!

[@dougbaker9473]

Will always be a coupe and only bring coupe price when sold !!!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for the feedback! To each their own. We have sold many..many conversions for way more than their standard coupe value. The will always be coupes yes, but we make em a bit prettier .

[@dougbaker9473]

@lostsocketgarage you are correct , to each their own . Would love to see every fastback sent to the crusher . Have a great day .

[@Steven-cq8nv]

How much do you guy charge for a conversation?

[@lostsocketgarage]

Shoot me an email @ [e-mail]

[@dentes1185]

The most frustrating thing is the shitty bad quality sheet metal they are selling us now. I mean any company. It’s worse than ever.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Yeah the best on the market still needs the shit kicked out of em to fit most times haha

[@ScottHarness1]

I did a video and made a check list for the perfect coupe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqjUmaRpiq9_bsksi=ezFNuvfAiH0GLLh2

[@lostsocketgarage]

great video buddy!

[@geniferteal4178]

9:24 Any Boeing employees out there? Wanna give me a hand with this step? I need someone with fitment expertise😂

[@lostsocketgarage]

Hahahaha. Our doors don't fall off. So in that regard, we are crushing Boeing haha

[@csxcobracsxcobra334]

67 j code ? what ? just killed he knows mustangs

[@lostsocketgarage]

J codes arent terribly rare thankfully

[@Tryagain205]

Burning incense helps the soul.

[@lostsocketgarage]

Ha sure does!

[@nobiden3134]

70 Mustang driver door from Classic Industries 3/8 short at latch plate wall. Didnt want to shim pillar latch pin 3/8 so i found a original door. CI dont want the door back!. Destroy with picture for refund.....💩 Floorpans for 55 chevy Cameo. Unmatched ribs and no trans plate flanges.. (no material to bolt to. 💩 $900 JBA stainless creamic headers #6616S with SEMA BADGE on the box for ORIGINAL 70 Mustang 351W.. 5 interference points (CRAP from Taiwan) /Pertronics dodged me twice a week for 2 months and eventually gave me a free pair of the SAME CRAP💩 FIND ORIGINAL PARTS!!! Shut down the posers!

[@lostsocketgarage]

Repop is for sure a crap shoot.

[@michaelangelo8001]

A thinly veiled sales pitch... I can't take anyone with hair like that seriously, anyway.

[@lostsocketgarage]

haha well then I'll make sure to let you know when we start caring about someone's opinion that judges people off their hairstyle. Cheers buddy

[@michaelangelo8001]

@@lostsocketgarage It's simply indicative of a trend sheep, with bad taste, and poor decision making skill.

[@lostsocketgarage]

@@michaelangelo8001 yeah not sure what you are trying to say here, but I have a feeling its fairly vacuous soooooooo, I appreciate comments, helps the Algorithm.

[@michaelangelo8001]

@@lostsocketgarage No doubt that I made it plain enough... However, if you actually possessed the capacity to understand, we obviously wouldn't be having this conversation.

[@lostsocketgarage]

@@michaelangelo8001 100% correct, I do not possess the capacity for stupidity. Good day sir! hahahaha

[@adammathieson1428]

Coupe is classic, fastback is gauche