Part 9: 1967 Shelby GT500 Restoration - Assembly Begins

[@billping2633]

This guy has to be in the top 5 Mustang restorers in the country. I have been watching from the beginning. This is amazing.

[@melvinsmiley5295]

No doubt. Jerry is one of the best at his craft and so is this man. What an AMAZING thing to document. A huge thanks to all involved.

[@jasond1648]

Not sure who else could be even close to him because he does it all himself. I’ve watched from the beginning also and it’s incredible.

[@davidmcguire107]

I absolutely love that this guy Mike shares his knowledge on every single detail on restoring this Shelby. It's been a pleasure listening to his genius mind through this entire process. He just showed the world you don't take a Shelby Mustang anywhere else but to him. His knowledge is out of this world. He is a perfectionist at his craft. So awesome to listen, learn and watch every minute.

[@wadejadwin5698]

Are there any plans to post additional videos documenting the completed project?

[@billping2633]

@@wadejadwin5698 They have been coming out slowly over the last year. I don't see why they would not post updates till the end. We may have to wait a month or two for more content. I kinda like it. It's like an episode of a good tv show. When one is posted I enjoy coming home, putting it on the big screen and watching it.

[@chrisandjodiehager9046]

Is anyone else super impressed that this guy doesn't have a helper holding this or handing him that. He does the work of at least two guys. And impeccable work to boot.

[@moparedtn]

I know your primary goal is to document your cars' restoration Jerry, but I sure do appreciate your bringing us along for the ride too - and especially thanks to Jason for being so agreeable to being filmed as well. This is stuff you just don't see very often! - Ed on the Ridge

[@thewriter2549]

Well, I've done a ton of how-to's in my auto journalism for car magazines. My pet peeve was always how-to's that left out steps. So, I would get detailed in my how-to's for print, and a lot of that was to fulfill my curiosity of the tech, so same for video. Jason would have the tools and parts laid out when I arrived, usually around 9:30 am to 10:00 am and man we covered ground by the time 4:00 pm rolled around. Round trip to his shop is 204 miles. He works steady, no stopping, tools organized, parts laid out.

[@Rocky-e2b]

@@thewriter2549Your killing me with finishing that gt500 lol

[@DH432hrtz]

It's getting exciting. Jason is not only a great restor but his knowledge, recall, and ability to remain true and unfazed while doing the work on camera is truly highest level. Jerry I'm really happy for you ! Your dream nearly realized. Thanks for taking us on the journey. My favorite car of all time. Cheers Doug 😎

[@DMUSA536]

Jason’s little tips are worth gold. He’s definitely worth whatever $$.

[@robertgalli2466]

Jason White is a bad ass! Love watching him put together your Shelby.

[@billcarlson1730]

Decals on with a caliper? This guy is unreal. Well done! Looking great Jerry.

[@buffdoc46]

It's amazing how just the bottom stripes really make the car come alive. The headliner/ windshield installation steps/carefulness is outstanding. It really shows you have had to do this many times before to get them just right. Thank you for the vid, really starting to look like a car

[@donaldcruickshank227]

I am really sorry but did he say $20,000 up for the stripes ?????😮😮😮😮

[@blazerr88]

So, who wants to start the gofundme for Jason to get a camera crew so he can start his own channel! Hands down the best on youtube right now. No B.S. just straightforward information. Heres what to do, heres the products I use and heres how to use them. Love it!

[@thewriter2549]

I'm the camera crew.

[@davidmcguire107]

I agree 100%. This guy needs his own KZbin channel. The knowledge this man has in unbelievable. Jerry doing a great job camering him breaking it all down step by step. But with a camera crew and his own channel, ppl would be coming in from all over the world to see n hear this guy restore vehicles. Jason is a legend and legends need to be known. He's trully a relic, a genius and there just isn't ppl like him that exsist anymore.

[@nottelling620]

HI JERRY , TY to both you and JASON. Can t wait for more

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks, I hope to finish this epic in the next 3 months.

[@papasquat355]

This is a fantastic series. I’m captivated by this and Steve Mirabelli. Best stuff on YT.

[@scottsigmon926]

Jerry I am so happy for you. This car is unbelievable beautiful. I can’t imagine how excited you are getting. Congratulations on your dream car build. It’s definitely a dream car. And Jason is absolutely great and his patience is incredible. I look forward to every episode.

[@stevenconway4705]

This is really a second to none restore. this guy does not sacrifice any detail or cut any corners this is a such a privilege to be able to see such a good restore thank you

[@SUPERJKJEEP]

Jerry, you are so lucky to have a guy that is so good at Shelby Cars

[@frankie21963]

This young man takes a lot of pride in his work, a true professional!

[@herr2throne]

Jerry, Thanks to you I found the right guy to restore my 67 Gt 500. When I watched the second episode where he removed the quarter panels, I knew right then I was calling Jason that day! Should be finished very soon. If anyone is look to restore a car, Jason White is your man!

[@thewriter2549]

So, you have the Lime Gold 1967 GT-500?

[@herr2throne]

@@thewriter2549 I have the Dark Moss Green. Bought it in while your car was finishing up!

[@thewriter2549]

@@herr2throne Oh that's right. I think you helped me find one part. Original valve covers?

[@herr2throne]

@@thewriter2549 Yes sir. Had two sets.

[@snunya9399]

Expertise is off the charts. Makes it looks so easy.

[@shimshonbendan8730]

I have been expectantly waiting for this episode.

[@christybresnahan5496]

Looks great Jerry, So happy for you.

[@bobbishop2994]

This guy is an artist.

[@pofomoco2]

Yes!!! Ep9 Thanks Jerry and Jason, even though I’ve seen the finished car many, many times these episodes are the best!

[@troy-from-cjrc]

Installing the glass always marks the home stretch for me, a very satisfying part for any build. The car is coming together nicely and his attention to detail and knowledge is going to really shine in these final stages of assembly. It's going to be pretty stunning, I can't wait to see it drive out into the sunshine for the first time.

[@deviantslice366]

This is a great series, thanks Jerry and Jason!

[@toddclark332]

Looking really good thanks Jerry have a great weekend sir

[@MrDurandal25]

Jason is the master. No doubt one of the best , and most skilled auto guys out there. Works clean, and makes no excuses. Awesome.

[@hubertbelden652]

Wow that headliner looked awesome!👍

[@roberttimby]

Another great Video. Boy is it coming together, and fast. Always looking forward to seeing the next video. Thanks for taking the time of chronicling build.

[@snljames]

Thank you for documenting the detailed work in this car!!

[@danielsmith9500]

What a beautiful car. I csn only imagine what it will look like when it’s done. Basically better then new. I always loved fixing and building vehicles. My buddy owned a body shop and I used to be there every day off and on weekends cause I truly loved doin paint and body work. I’m by no far the best but I’ve gotten lucky and did several nice repairs and paint jobs.

[@jimv1484]

I just cant comprehend how a young man has gained all of this knowledge on such a limited edition car. Maybe they are all very similar to build but I am truly impressed at not only his knowledge but his ice cold nerves just knocking out each project while being filmed and nailing it every time.

[@garybancroft4976]

Not so sure..he's all that "young". Just very well "aged". The math don't work..says he has 25 yrs. Experience How is that? Did he start when he was 10?..not a bad thing..just not sure..

[@johnburgess6572]

Gosshhh !!! Amazing work !!! Jason has confidence because he knows what he is doing !

[@charleswatson7154]

How can someone be so knowledgeable about what he’s doing, he’s a magician!

[@brucelaing3898]

TOTALLY impressed with this guy’s ability and knowledge

[@Smoknn777]

thank you for including us in on this restoration,, can't wait to see it when it's done

[@BryBry2ply]

Its amazing how rocker stripes change the look of a car. Back in the 80s I had a couple cars with them, made the car look so different from the base versions.

[@thewriter2549]

I agree 100%, and without looking like the car is headed for a race track, like hood stripes do.

[@DFox-ud3gx]

I have been waiting for this video here thanks Jerry

[@428eliminator3]

1967 ...Shelbys and the Beatles . What a great time to be alive!

[@thewriter2549]

That was the year of Sargent Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Bank album by the Beatles.

[@williamd6967]

Guy is a perfectionist.

[@fordtechlife]

Super cool video Jerry this is like top secret mustang stuff 🐎💪👊🇺🇸🙌🔧🚗

[@johnkaiser8410]

Very enjoyable video, informative & the end result is gorgeous! Can't wait for the next episode.

[@TheFleetz]

All a matter of fact. Jason’s skills are unparalleled…..👍

[@edgeg.708]

Anxiously awaiting the next installment. Great work guys!

[@AnthonyMarin-d9l]

Can’t wait to see this finished

[@bentonjohanson9243]

Been watching from day 1. Even after seeing in the comments, the car has been done for a year? I’m going to continue watching until last video. No spoiler. Side note: Really cool that you can call Jason and walk through ignition issues during a find video. That’s class A. Thank you both.

[@stex1985]

If someone had told me in September 1967 that these cars would be so special today, yeah I would have said your nuts. We made the rounds to all the dealers in the fall every year on a certain day. They brought all the next year models out to show. Mustang, Camaro and the MOPAR muscle. As a 17 year old all I could do was dream.

[@rcunknown5303]

I'm so happy for you. I've never restored a car. I'm currently saving up to start my first project.

[@stevenragsdale9603]

I’m so glad! Been waiting for this!

[@MegaWingman7]

Can’t wait for episode 10!

[@shawngansert1973]

Looking good!!!! I can't wait to see it completely done!!!

[@87GrandNational]

Looking great, Jerry!!

[@claesfriberg2402]

he is so good... longing for ep.10👊👊

[@DonBoetcher]

A real documentary!

[@billiardballs]

Lotsa fun watching this come together.

[@huck01955]

Love watching your car come together .

[@davisdeen-ty4so]

This Man is Very good 👍 🎉 Well Done🎉

[@thewriter2549]

Yes, thanks

[@melvinsmiley5295]

Shelby the Cat having a ball at 2:42 😂

[@trenawawrzyniak4397]

I can't wait to see it completely finished! I hope you found a engine for it.

[@deewiedman7384]

guy knows his mustangs. great viewing. thanks

[@robertmungo5428]

A rubber mallet will save your hands! Take it from a trim guy! The pattern you're talking about is called Crater which mimics the surface of the moon most commonly used as well as tetra that had a criss-cross pattern . Until the crappy boarded headliner became cheaper faster less labor intensive but usually doesn't last as long as the (ribbed headliner) that you are installing!

[@705squad]

Awesome 👌 a felt tip graphics squeegee works better and less chance of scratching the paint if there's a slip !

[@robertnash2446]

Hes really good!!!!

[@thesaltysergeant4103]

Looking forward to the next one!!

[@goldcfi7103]

Whatever this expert charges, it isn't enough!

[@outfitr9703]

Dude knows a lot!

[@DonAl9114]

This cutting device is really sophisticated. 😂😂😂

[@miaimbeach314]

work of art

[@MyNewYorkCity.]

My cousin restored a Shelby in his shop,some years back.

[@howardgoold5774]

Looking fantastic

[@TommyWente]

Jason is a Wizard

[@MikeRehberg]

amazing work

[@keithphillips6111]

I've been waiting for this video Jerry. It's so cool to see you get your Shelby. I'm curious as to what you think about it now since you actually knew Carol. Did you ever think you would own one? And what do you think he'd say about it? I've told you before that I grew up in the 80s around my dad's 64 Sting Ray,my uncle's 70 ss 396 Chevelle,and my mom's 70 Mustang....but now at almost 50 I'm thinking my dream of a 66big block Vette and a 70 Chevelle may not be possible financially. I'm ok with watching guys like you who are legends in my mind , getting yours! It sure is pretty Jerry!!!!😮😊

[@thewriter2549]

Maybe I can run across car for you. Send me an email - [e-mail]. What would Carrol tell me? In 1987 I bought a 1965 Shelby 289 Cobra Roadster. I'll tell you exactly what Carroll told me then. I told him I'd been saving to buy a 289 Roadster, a real one, not a kit. And he said, "Well you better hurry. They're going way up in price." He was right. I had that Roadster for 27 years.

[@keithphillips6111]

@@thewriter2549 that is so cool Jerry!!!!

[@dougcoleburn1579]

AmazIng job!

[@cassowaryind]

I have put in hundreds of these windscreens, watching this I realise I have not forgotten any of it including the sore finger tips

[@cobra3289]

I acyually did the headliner myself on my 67 fastback, but Ill never forgive that guy in the mustang part shop I bought the headliner from. He said DON'T use insulation on the roof because it will hold on moister and cause the roof to rust. Resulted in when you talked in the car you would always have that metal sound resonance from the roof panel. This was back in 2000,and I remember I was super worried about my rear window to brake when I removed it and stored it, beacause back then there were no repro windows and 2-3000$ for a used rear vindow was normal if you found one.

[@MatyHam86]

Jerry give the guy a hand!!! You’re just gunna watch the man struggle lol.

[@scott3708]

When I was a kid in the 70's my dad had his own glass company and he would have me pull the rope in the glass, the only thing he did different was he sprayed the rubber with silicone so it pulled smooth.

[@dawnsearlylight784]

“I’m going to mask off the roof to protect it from the overspray of the glue because this glue will actually eat into the paint”. Literally the next scene: “What’s the purpose of masking this off?” “To protect the paint from overspray of the glue because it will eat into the paint”. 😂😂😂 Anyway, beautiful car. It’s been a great series of videos thus far.

[@davebodi]

EXCELLENT !

[@jeffpickett9730]

Jerry this is your car right? Is it already finished and we’re just catching up on videos or about how far out are these from when the work was done??

[@jasonwhite6254]

Car been done since last year

[@rgs4x]

Can you imagine a guy in a factory installing headliners on a daily basis for years!

[@thewriter2549]

I can't. Maybe they trade jobs off and on in the assembly plant?

[@johnortega4825]

An original rear window Should have an etched line running down the middle of the window. It connects the roof line and trunk line.

[@bosseliminator]

Tip for Jason. Use paper binder clips instead of windlace to hold the headliner in place while gluing an fitting.

[@deeremeyer1749]

GLUE is used for immediate "assembly". When "assembly" is delayed you use ADHESIVE that "sticks" on CONTACT.

[@davisdeen-ty4so]

Brand New CAR ❤

[@trez2187]

Always thought the fastback would look better with a rear mounted engine and all glass lid to let that beauty shine.

[@MrDurandal25]

GO back and look at episode 1.... 41:33 .....then look at 42:02 on this episode about concourse details of the GT 500 placement. Why does the original decal have the stripe to the left of the 500?

[@thewriter2549]

Good observation, but we don't know if that decal is original.

[@garryhatchett775]

Your Shelby is looking fantastic! You have the right man doing the restoration. When you received the car you had original glass. Was that the same glass that was installed?

[@sbutcher222]

More

[@roymyers8575]

Awesome😮😮😮😮

[@stephenmatwyko906]

Any more videos of the finished Shelby 500?

[@thewriter2549]

There are 5 more. I'll do a Part 10 after I get out this next video. I show detail so the editing work takes 50 to 100 hours per part, not to mention the actual filming.

[@pofomoco2]

I NEED episode 10 Jerry!! 😂😊😂

[@samswank]

@@thewriter2549 It'll be worth the wait I'm sure. (But hurry!😉)

[@jeffreylove8061]

Will the headliner need to be steamed or will the wrinkles go away with time?

[@notslick1009]

👍

[@deeremeyer1749]

At the factory "they did it just like that". Because on the "assembly line" they had a whole "day" PER CAR to "do" the headliner.

[@v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31]

My sixty seven fastback black headliner, never failed there was never a wrinkle,, Had The original factory installed headliner.Since the car was new...

[@v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31]

In agreement,, Only did the side stripes on mine and not the top stripes

[@deeremeyer1749]

You should ALWAYS apply "stickers" from the "inside out" - doors first then fenders and quarters - instead of END TO END.

[@GeneralLao]

Nicely don'e. When you had the Engine built Jerry did you get it on the dyno? Can you share power numbers.

[@delbertphelps7671]

I’m replacing my lower air scoop on my 1967 Shelby Mustang. I’m wondering what type of sealant I use between the fiberglass and the body.

[@stevemcintosh4941]

When are we going to get Part 10??

[@ZackHattat]

Why not single stage paint? And are you going to do caulking after installing windshield and rear glass?

[@thewriter2549]

Do you mind going back to the video and listening when Jason explains why not single stage paint. I can't explain it like he can because he is experienced. I know that I thought single-stage acrylic enamel was the most durable, best paint option until Jason went over this with me. Then, I read about the advantages of base coat/clear coat and I see where it is much more durable, easier to repair and most of all the shine, wow. I mean over a half century has passed. Paint is much better today, like tires are much better than they were in the 1960s.