Part 6- 1967 Shelby GT-500 Mustang Restoration: Bodywork, Sanding, Priming

[@buckinright]

I have been a painter at a ford dealership for almost 15 years and this is the first youtube I have watched where this guy knows what he is talking about if everybody would listen to this guy they would do stuff right I'm so glad somwone said how to properly paint a car and explain how primer works good good guys can't wait to see that red

[@dannyo3317]

Wow, no kidding. I am not the guy to know from having done this, but seeing him explain why things are to be done, and how they are to be done all makes sense, step by step, and some of the issues he talks about concerning bondo, time, sanding and errors that can happen or show up later, that is similar to things I have seen and mistakes I have made when doing drywall repair and painting in my homes. In short, some of this is a bit common between the disciplines, if I may say.

[@billcarlson1730]

You picked the right guy for your restoration Jerry. Very well done.

[@ThomasF.Cargill]

I’ve restored 3 cars (340 and 360 1962 Corvettes and a 1969 Dodge Charger). In the case of the Corvettes I found a single person shop with one helper much like this. Chet was very meticulous and like this fellow, capable of doing many of the jobs on the car. Both were verified original cars with original drive train. The FI car won a Blooming Gold and a Duntov Award for originality. The 340 was never judged because I knew it was original, met the original owners and the car was drivable when I purchased it. The shop had one or two long term projects with smaller jobs as filler. I drove the two Corvetts for a decade putting many miles on both and both looked and ran almost like the day I took final delivery so his comment about keeping your focus on ensuring the car looks good years later after restoration is right on. This is the type of person you want restoring a valuable car - large shops with different people working on it (still end up with a high bill) is much more risky. The Charger went that route and because of poor quality work on body, paint and mechanical, I sold the car after two years and the price reflected the quick restoration. This guy is virtually poetry in motion - so was Chet, but he died last year and his last restoration was a 58 Corvette. If I had a quality car like the one he’s working on and he require 2 years to turn it around I would be willing to pay his asking price which based on my experience would be at least $200,000 in today’s dollars. These shops you see on KZbin with many people and dramatics, with a good looking girl involved, are not near as realistic and quality oriented as this guy.

[@williamekasala2861]

Done, and at auction; I think this car would bring more than 200K…even without the original drive train.

[@DFox-ud3gx]

All this Knowledge in one man incredible. Im enjoying this whole episode and i watch each part many times .

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks for the encouragement. This is why I keep working hard on this.

[@DFox-ud3gx]

I'll be watching all your steps on this build.

[@murphyr31]

Jerry you sure are blessed to have a man who takes pride in his work as well as the skills to pull it off. I can’t wait to see you driving this beautiful car.

[@thewriter2549]

Oh right on, I would not have even purchased this car without a good place to go for restoration. That's why so many barn finds stay barn finds. There's no restoration shop available.

[@nightmaregizmo]

I dont care who you are this guy, wow got it going on, never to old to learn for sure, thank you for putting up the videos with this guy damm his good !

[@quentinstacy35]

Been a bodyman for many years. Great series with quality information. Got the right man on your job Jerry.

[@MartinMonette-gk9uc]

Nice work. Can tell you enjoy making it look nice

[@johnburgess6572]

180 ft long block hahahahahaha best craftsman/artist and still has a sense of humor ...made me laugh. I think this guy is IT !!! Best Ive ever seen and I'm 73 1/2 !!!!! AND a GREAT Teacher !!!

[@pofomoco2]

Hi Jerry the Shelby looks great! Can’t wait to see part 6!!

[@Rocky-e2b]

That was part six lol

[@pofomoco2]

This comment was 30 minutes prior to the premier of #6@@Rocky-e2b Thanks 😁

[@DMUSA536]

Very good information. Jason knows his stuff. Even the mechanical side. Like putting the steering and axels leaf springs etc. He’s very good explaining. Loving this

[@Thickettymtnspeedandfab]

This fella knows his stuff! Great knowledge. He’s sarcastic and humble at the same time. Amazing craftsmanship. Thank you sir for being the real deal.

[@moparedtn]

*Jerry!* It is such a pleasure to watch any true craftsman plying at their trade, it really is. Jason has an obvious old-world work ethic, takes pride in his work and yes, some God-given talent sprinkled in for good measure as well. Toss all that in the blender and add the all-important *experience* and you wind up with *the right man for the job* . Thanks again for documenting this build, Jerry. It's great to know such a thing will be preserved on YT for all posterity! - Ed on the Ridge

[@williammontana3895]

Thanks Jerry. Jason is extremely knowledgeable at his craft and his workmanship and attention to detail is truly amazing. I wish he was up here in Canada.

[@buffdoc46]

Jerry thank you for putting another episode up. Just love watching this restoration

[@Lenniep59]

That is an INSANE amount of detail!!!!!!!

[@user-Terracer]

Jason is a craftsman... I have watched all the videos (so far) and he is a perfectionist as well as a walking/talking Shelby fact chart... Amazing...

[@niosanfrancisco]

Excellent! Been waiting

[@thewriter2549]

I have most of part 7 done. Edit times take a while, sifting through hours of video.

[@niosanfrancisco]

@@thewriter2549 thank you 🙏

[@Jim-op3kg]

I love seeing Jason mix up the chemicals. He doesn’t measure anything like a seasoned chef. Little this and a little that! He is awesome to listen to

[@huck01955]

He gives it 100 % Jerry you have a great a guy on your car . I cant wait to see it done

[@tracypiller9687]

Jason is amazing !!!!

[@MrDurandal25]

For a high end resto this intel is spot on.....for the industry and for folks who know how these cars were painted back in the day.....one and done is all you got. I think they sheep dipped these in primer and baked them......then painted them hrs later.

[@markwilliford7471]

This is another Master Class. Thanks to both of you for the tips and the inspiration. Please boost your PPE for your loved ones and thank you gain for sharing this knowledge.

[@thewriter2549]

Yes and yes.

[@roberttimby]

Great video Jerry can not wait for the next one! I am learning so much from these videos you are doing. Not saying I am going out there and restoring project, just understanding and the craftsmanship that goes in making a great restoration.

[@johnkaiser8410]

Very interesting video. I had no idea what went into a "concourse" paint project! Thank you for the entertainment, really looking forward to episode #7. Hope we don't have to wait another month!

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks, and I'm thinking 2 weeks to finish and publish Part 7. Did you watch parts 1 through 5?

[@johnkaiser8410]

@@thewriter2549 yes, watched all the episodes! Very much enjoyed!

[@fdwsr71]

I have to say this again, I am so happy your doing this video on your Shelby it’s so informative and excellent questions and answers. It will help me moving forward on my 67 GT Fastback project.

[@FraterIllum]

I took autobody for 3 years 1700 hours worth. And its a art. Alot of sanding and blocking re prime sand block until absolute perfection. If i remember correctly i think we learned by using 800 wet.. It was tedious. But the finished product was always appealing. This gentleman you can rell he really cares about what he does. His work ethic. Alot of people could learn from. It's hard to find people who care this much. He probably had a back log of 10 years. If you can get an appointment. Im certain with him you pay for what you get. You want Earl Shibe quality well thats what you pay for.

[@evalsgpar6840]

Amazing video...a masters degree in body & paint in 1 hour...THANK YOU...

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Those curves and valleys are what make those Mustangs so beautiful, a Camaro from the same years is a lot less curvy, l know , l had a 68 Camaro for years .

[@louisebrown2887]

You do excellent work your attention to detail is amazing

[@brucehaims6545]

Just a true artist. 😊

[@davidswartz2694]

Thank you I Just remember the saying it had the Shelby package. Sure was fast

[@dougcoleburn1579]

Amazing work! Bravo 🎉

[@mccornchip]

Love the channel Jerry and love Jason’s top-notch work and narration. Are y’all going to the Lonestar Roundup in Austin?

[@thewriter2549]

We're taking the car to the Amarillo show in May, first Saturday. I plan to do a video about the car's debut. And maybe the month before in Canyon, Texas. I hope some viewers will show up.

[@samswank]

Oh man...I been waiting for this!!!!

[@Lethal_Venom]

Love this build!

[@hurtlocker6611]

i just finally found out who you sound and look like, Brian Lawton, former NHL hockey player.

[@timmiller260]

Jason's i seen in magazines and this is treat i had buddys that paint ers they all move a way i helped many cars and my work is good but only 5 footer he got me gooing

[@timmiller260]

I am following the way too finish the 1970 mach it had body fixed it ready last blocking and now doors and front got nice parts oem got the black primers geting nice weather.

[@lancefarmer2508]

I've said since day 1 in 2A7X3. The proof is in the prep!! : )

[@tompastian3447]

You mentioned using a sealer I believe after you sand the surface down. What would you suggest... I have a 77 Cougar wagon, roof and hood are rusting. After I sand the rust, what product can I apply to stop rust, and can I apply body filler over that product? My problem is that I have no garage, so have to rely on a heavy vinyl cover to keep the surface dry after I sand it. I tried using Eastwood self etching body filler, but rust starts bleeding through the filler after a while. I probably need to spray or roll something over the filler to keep moisture from passing into the filler.

[@drewschumann1]

Car covers cause more rust because they trap moisture

[@richardoswalt1009]

I have a 2011 GT 500 since new and the paint is far from perfect, but I like stock not conquers . Your car definitely needed restored and I'm sure it's going to be beautiful and pricey but my dream car I would love to have.

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks for your comment. I think you are like a lot of us. We don't have the time to watch the whole video. Jason is very clear on concours, which in a restoration refers to stock, or as the manufacturer built the car.

[@rogercollins2653]

What c🎉🎉l Jerry is that this guy here was already known around your circle of friends who know about restoring Mustangs and other beautiful cars but now KZbin because of you having your own personal car restored by this guy now the world is going that's the guy I want to work on my car you better believe it there's so many people going oh my goodness I want him.

[@FE428Power]

Does removing factory ripples or imperfections result in point deductions on a concourse restoration?

[@davidswartz2694]

Ok NEVER reached out before. I had a 68 Shelby Califionia especial. I have owned many earlier Mustangs. Can you enlighten me If I was scammed? The taillights blinked outward

[@thewriter2549]

A 1968 California Special is not a Shelby. It's a Ford Mustang.

[@tinaann3323]

Great job, why so many ads??

[@xxkingslayemxxgamer5553]

I would hate to have to pay for that paint job for the man hours he has it that car

[@Edward-qe7ih]

Is that NASCAR Ned’s voice?

[@tompastian3447]

KZbin, STOP RUNNING ADS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES ON ENGLUSH VIDEOS. STOP IT NOW!!!

[@v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31]

Yeah, so always hate when somebody uses sealer.They're in too much of a damn hurry,, Epoxy, mix it, let it dry for days, Then go for your block sanding before paint,, Just like the guys at Graveyard Cars....

[@mrseaweed5587]

Nah...use the lead. just prep with Phosphoric acid. Restored my old Porsche with lead. Use PPE> mask, safety glasses and when using plastic filler- gloves. Just being helpful and informative here only. Old school is the best.

[@hoedemakerbart]

Leading is really oldschool, bondo was invented because its much quicker. But yeah lead will stay on longer if done properly and it doesn't attract moisture

[@shimshonbendan8730]

Yeah, let's use toxic materials when better materials are available. 🙄🤦‍♂

[@quentinstacy35]

Lead still has it's place. I only use it now when there's a risk of filler chipping such as on jamb edges particularly.

[@leonidas953]

Once you degrease car or panel you should never touch the part with bare hands. Put on nitrile gloves!!!!! Oils from the skin will cause issues no matter what step you are on. When he touched primer with bare hands I was yelling at screen.

[@bentnickel7487]

"Bodyman" is such a misnomer. Artist is more correct. 🤔🤔🤨🙂

[@ClarenceEllott]

Don't think a body shop is a good environment for your pets people !

[@jayyoung5423]

Polyester this and that...how about a real restoration where it's done with the tools,.… filler and paint of the day....who gives these guys carte blanch to restore a classic with what they feel fit?

[@shimshonbendan8730]

Are you nuts?

[@stex1985]

Somebody is going to know that one has been done right when they write the check. 😃 I would love to see it in person when finished. I went to the dealership when they got the first Mustang in the fall of 63. Back then the dealers kept the new model year hidden until the day. The one they got was a 6 cylinder. With an automatic. The man that owned the dealership said those damn things won’t sell. It was like Christmas in September every year. I went every year to see the new stangs. In 68 they surprised everyone because they had ordered a top of the line mustang. I don’t remember the details but it did have a manual floor shift. I am here to tell they were not perfect from the factory. Lots of screw ups if you looked. Never owned one,I brought a new 70 Camero RS. Oh yeah!

[@BryanClark-gk6ie]

Times have changed' new technology' new techniques' new materials which are superior to old ones. Lead days are over with' time is money.

[@gdb5448]

Personally, I'd rather have the factory "defects" left in the panels. I'd also use single stage paint and avoid the modern clearcoat stuff. When these old cars are too straight and too shiny they just don't look right to me, that's just not how they were built originally. Either way it's nice to see this Shelby getting back to top condition, hopefully it will actually get driven some and not just trailered around like some useless piece of art.

[@thewriter2549]

I get what you are saying. So, I did a video. At the 60th anniversary of the Mustang hosted by the Mustang Club of America at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama I asked owners of restored and unrestored classic Mustangs, including Shelbys, what they said to people that urged them to drive their cars on the street. I think you'll find their answers interesting.

[@drewschumann1]

I agree with you. Stock old cars are ruined with fake looking modern paint

[@thewriter2549]

When Mustangs were brand new in the 1960s, the original baked acrylic enamel paint was very presentable, and had excellent shine. Typically, on a solid color like red, either single stage or base coat clear coat, the end result can be the same depending on whether you sand and buff the final product. If you prefer leaving orange peel in the paint, that can also be done with base cost clear coat by not sanding the clear coat smooth.