Making One-off Fiberglass Guards - Part 2 ⛛ Chimera Mx5 Build

In this video we continue working on the fenders, making them fit perfectly and getting them ready for primer.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Front alignment problems
01:01 - Making fender vents
04:32 - Cutting my brand new fenders
07:59 - Preparing for fiberglass
13:03 - Applying more fiberglass
17:49 - Trimming and refitting
19:59 - Preparing the fenders for bodyfiller
21:27 - Weight before bodyfiller
21:41 - Starting the bodyfiller
26:30 - Adjusting panel gaps and block sanding
32:24 - Fine tuning the panel gaps
36:29 - 120 grit DA sanding
39:08 - Prepaing for primer
40:28 - First layer of primer
42:53 - Weight after bodyfiller
43:09 - Completed fenders
44:16 - In the next video
44:23 - Outro

[@busta8694]

i hope someone hires you for a big project one day cause jeeeez this is beautiful. doing the cyberpunk community much justice.

[@TofuAutoWorks]

My dream is to one day work with a film props studio like Weta Workshop for some cool cyberpunk take on the original Fast and Furious / Wangan midnight, that would just be awesome.

[@busta8694]

@@TofuAutoWorks goodness thats a dope idea. i hope it will come to pass man.

[@keefjustkeith]

A pre-madmax-ish era right before gasoline gets outlawed dystopia type Wangan Fast film would be dope AF! ★★★ SCREENWRITERS TAKE NOTES★★★

[@Floris_VI]

​@@busta8694forreal

[@joshuafallet5690]

​​@TofuAutoWorks cyberpunk street racing film would be the sickest film idea ever. Last time I saw anything like that it was anime redline 2009

[@controllerpleb6568]

Imagine being so good at bodywork that you can recreate part of a famous body kit from scratch just from pictures. That's the work of a master craftsman.

[@victordinev5229]

Dude, he made gtr front end to a wagon, nissan, and then recreated a full body kit just from pictures 🤣🤣🤣 this here is walking in the park for him

[@GuntanksInSpace]

The hot glue application got me thinking "man, this is the ultimate arts and crafts project". Love how this one's been progressing!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Fiberglass is just spicy paper maché. 😂

[@quakxy_dukx]

@@TofuAutoWorksgreat for your lungs too

[@dguy-xk4fc]

That rx-7 front makes it ten times better, very nice

[@kujou-tamanegi]

I am watching from Japan.　I like your videos and watch them all the time. The design, the technical skills, the ideas, everything is good👍.

[@mahreeohhhh]

This has to be the most underrated build on YT. Coolest thing ever.

[@justcynical6590]

never stop doing this please.

[@rjbravo77]

"Good enough is the enemy of humanity." That extra time spent on gaps and body lines is what separates a great build from "it looks nice while its moving" builds.

[@2512MaTHias]

And for the end scene he exclusively ordered the usual every video heavy rain… this time not only to be heard on the roof but also to be seen on the car … 😂 Watching from Germany 🇩🇪, my biggest respect! It’s pure joy to see what you dream and achieve with your cars! 👍

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Here in NZ all you need to do is plan for nice sunny weather and it will rain for you. It's easy once you figure out the system haha.

[@2512MaTHias]

@@TofuAutoWorks It makes me remember the words of a friend from Seattle/USA: „Seattle has two seasons: Summer - warm rain. Winter - cold rain.“ When I was there it had sunshine and 42 degrees Celsius / 108 Fahrenheit. 😁 I see, mysteriously you have the same weather in NZ like we here in Germany 😁

[@Doomburger7]

Hey! Someone else who appreciates the Total Car Service USUI Roadster! That thing's gorgeous and I definitely see where it influenced your build.

[@B_M_A]

You must have a badass dad and I bet growing up was so fun watching and learning from him.

[@CrazyCat229]

The haters wish they were as good at making body kits as you are!

[@Ludicrous_Speedway]

A short little project like this is a nice change of pace from the Skygea, always happy to see more!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Yeah for sure, always nice having more than one project so you can jump around and keep things from getting too repetitive.

[@uowaaa]

素晴らしい技術！こんなに迫力のあるカスタムロードスターは今まで見たことがありません。完成が楽しみです。

[@allenharding8604]

Adding the Logo just makes it Legit AF, Been following your work for a while its definitely inspiring, this channel is part of the reason i got into a body tech apprentice job, learn the fundamentals to bondo and body work and then do cool shit like this!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

So awesome to hear bro, keep it up!

[@reallyanti]

I'm excited to see those turn signal covers in the next video, they look sick af in the drawing.

[@z-trip5457]

We need more cyberbuilds, this is so unique and fresh!

[@hedrives]

More superb content from Tofu. The FD front end grafted on really adds a new dimension to this build. Thanks for all your work and more RESPECT for your tenacity.

[@Nope-us8km]

I had mixed feelings about that rx7 front, but when I saw the sketch...it's fireee🥵🥵🔥🔥, cannot wait for another video

[@WarrenAmpersand1111]

Watching the evolution of this chimera car is literally the best thing in tv. Bravo my man, Bravo 👏👏👌

[@vitpham9722]

That transition to the drawing at the end! Super nice with the editing skills!

[@andrew1233]

i love when people like you do something others dont.

[@newyankeedoesit]

Another great video! I loved the rain shot at the end as well as the render sneak peak showcasing the rest of the design and highlighting the next pieces you will build. Awesome touch. Great craftsmanship as always! You're doing great work that you should be able to take immense pride in!

[@MuShinnen]

Always a good time to not sleep when a new video drops.

[@callumwigg1337]

So cool to see the drawing at the end of how you envision it, great to see where it's going and the plans you have for it, looking forward to watching the whole journey!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

I've been sneaking the drawing in a bit in these last videos. It's a lot easier to just show people what I'm doing instead of trying to reassure everyone by saying "trust the vision" haha

[@markkuahlamaa770]

Thanks This The Great Car Channel & The Best of The Best ! Hello From Finland !

[@icefox7022]

next video is going to be super interesting, i can't wait to see how you will make all those details

[@JustusKuroVT]

16:42 reminded me of Superfast matt's "Forged *Carbon Fiber*" filled with youtuber merch and a ham sandwhich.

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Haha, I watched that one the same day I did this, was very tempted to put a few of my hate comments in there lol

[@chrisdoucs]

I always find it incredibly exciting how you can turn 2 different car parts into 1 complete car parts accessory package. The result is always amazing. ;- )

[@henriquecampolina7765]

cool bike in the background

[@thomasstunts]

Something tells me you're not just making things up as you go. Incredible attention to detail!

[@Mr-ut7nj]

I would try to make the vents longer. But im not complaning. The result is top notch!!

[@snakes5506]

Man! You are amazing! So satisfying to watch your skills, your projects are badass.

[@rafeah3839]

Just got back from school and its a perfect timing to watch your video while eating :))

[@Floris_VI]

Super cool stuff man, the maita is really just on another level compared to a few years ago

[@lesheath6216]

That front nose looks better on your Miata than it ever did on the FD. As usual, great work!

[@theaumes1337]

24:22 the cat sitting perfectly in the middle of that hallway with the camera set up like that made it seem almost scripted :')

[@project_possible]

Amazing video as always, good morning from the UK thankyou for the best way to start a sunday morning, wake up coffee and the latest episode... Perfect

[@Christian_Bonsai]

Man this is SO SICK!

[@ottomanley870]

Holding the cut off wheel like a paintbrush with no gloves is a bold move

[@themfrequency]

man, how are you not itchy after cutting fiber with abre hands and sanding fiber with short sleeve and shorts! you are fearless! I am itchy all the time!, great job as always, a source of inspiration!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

I think everyone else is just a big baby haha, I genuinely don't feel itchy at all. Either that or I'm always itchy and I just don't notice it anymore lol. Keep up the great work dude, been loving seeing your build progress!

[@angusmackay7281]

Exceptional, as always.

[@joshuafallet5690]

I love to see your progress, processes and creativity. I look forward to every update.

[@christoffer1973]

Love that car. Great job.

[@GR--gm6ge]

お疲れ様です！ 待ってました！RX-5笑 素晴らしいフロントフェンダーが出来ましたね！ フェンダーに負けないフロントバンパーが今から待ち遠しいです！ これからも動画が上がる度に見ますのでよろしくお願いいたします！

[@firedustman]

haaa here is my weekly dose of a lifetime build 😀😀

[@bummer01]

would recommend you use a rubber spudger or like a used rubber slipper to push the filler within the crevices since the mix you use is quite viscus.

[@Keasbeysknight]

love the little color highlight image at the end!

[@diraziz396]

Turned out to be a Great Tofu Dish. Love your work and thank you for sharing

[@InHerMajestiesDefense]

I really hope you can add some asymmetric design features. that would elevate the cars look fr fr

[@KutsugeMindUrmoks]

This is so awesome. Very inspiring stuff

[@user-uh1sv2po5d]

amazing skill

[@maddflow7724]

great work

[@blksrsil]

Would be really epic if you could work on one of B Is For Builds cars, Chris could use some pointers with fiberglass lol

[@b_for_brett]

Not just fibreglass 😂😂

[@jotterson1156]

Dude in the video, his skin must be immune to fiberglass dust

[@carolinafister8955]

I think you made the right call with the flares. I didnt think they matched with the rear

[@luisflealj]

Saludos desde Venezuela 🇻🇪🇻🇪🇻🇪

[@stlrocketman2625]

Love the series ❤ keep it up 👍

[@Anjure_Danjure5092]

keep it up! looking great

[@_underscore_2381]

I think some kind of custom snorkel would fit the build, like its an illegal car that runs from the police in the future, there could be a lot of dust in said future and since parts would be hard to find, saving your engine and your air filter would make sense!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

I like that idea!

[@_underscore_2381]

@@TofuAutoWorks well, I'm happy to bring an idea to this beautifull build! Can't wait to see how it evolves!

[@Coffe-]

Looks great man 👍

[@andrewreilly8791]

Awesome as always

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Thanks bro!

[@rustywrx]

Ooooffff... I love where this is going!

[@bl00dh4nd4]

I have a tip: when removing hot glue use isopropyl alcohol and it just peels off

[@Daniel__Nobre]

Amazing!!

[@potassium4822]

24:28 i got distracted by the cat in background 😂

[@randomchie4933]

i want to see that hiace in the background with the same treatment =)

[@joelsmith6919]

Absolutely love the channel. You are so skilled man! You have motivated me to learn how to work with composites to make my own custom parts. Thank you! HUGE FAN. some day my mk5 gti will be tofu worthy!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Cheers dude, and I love to hear it! Best of luck with it mate!

[@ThePivotuserful123]

32:25 The Michelangelo Buonarroti of our time working on his David. I wish I had enough influence to try and get CD projekt Red to notice this car and put it in the game!

[@KimMaier]

This is dope

[@chemaz32]

Buen trabajo

[@alexcox1103]

great work as always 🙌 cant wait to see this finished! its looking awesome, wish you primed the whole bumper so we could see it in 1 colour

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Still got lots to do to the bumper but it will get there eventually!

[@alexcox1103]

@@TofuAutoWorks im sure it does! literally cant wait until the next episode

[@naccitomoya]

awesome

[@b_for_brett]

I can’t figure out if you’re an engineer or an artist … great video as always 👍

[@TofuAutoWorks]

I have history in art and qualifications in engineering, so both I guess. 😂

[@b_for_brett]

@@TofuAutoWorks 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeanfrancoispoivre4438]

Magnifique 😊

[@Bhernardo_Mocambike]

imagine pull up in the meet whit these

[@666fallenA]

👍👍👍bonjour de France !!

[@miatablos6111]

espectacular

[@PrioCaptSend]

22:53 Here weeeee goooooo😂

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Hahah, the real reason people watch my videos 🤣

[@christian_coulson]

4 rotor swap next bro 😜

[@koo4427]

めちゃくちゃ良い︎︎👍

[@Roy.Visser]

Love it, but I think you can go way more aggressive with the vents!

[@aaronesteves7328]

This guy works with fibreglass like it’s not itchy lol

[@henryhamon8050]

hi, love the content. wondering what the "powder' is you add to the fibre glass resin please? thanks

[@TofuAutoWorks]

West Systems 413. I have subtitles that detail all steps of the process in every video.

[@livefree2041]

Love the build..😊 the shark fin not so much 😞

[@joegencarelli806]

Another one! 👍 Are you gonna extend the front bumper ends(right & left) to meet the fenders?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

There will be an extra flare on top that fills in the gap, check the sketch at the end of the video to see what I mean.

[@camber_courtney5250]

Loving the build choom. Just one question, are you planning to do asymmetrical lights like many cars in Cyberpunk have?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

There's a sketch at the end of the video showing how I hope for it to look when it's done

[@That_50cc_boy]

I love this build i started watching it since when you had a bodykit and the miata was beige, but i think you do too much exterior parts and not enough engine mods, but thats just my opinion

[@ArthurBolbos]

Great work again. From what material is your logo that you've " casted " in?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Standard printer paper on a run of the mill printer. Just cut a few slits so that you can roll airbubbles out and that's all you need to do.

[@ArthurBolbos]

@@TofuAutoWorks you could try to engrave your logo in the edge of your custom tail light :) So you have an official touch on every part you've build. Keep it up!

[@ThatThrowAwayAccount-tz8ly]

Now u gotta 2 rotor swap it 😉

[@tommusikauswahl1066]

So you cut it, to glue it back together? To adjust the Meassurements or for Stability to remove Tensions?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Took about 20mm out of the back of the fender to bring the angle back in a bit. They kicked out pretty far and it didn't look right in my opinion.

[@deadwaterblacksmithing]

Well, I was going to go sleep but I guess I can hang out for long enough to see this! Also, when am I going to be able to order something for my NB miata from tofu?!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Not sure when / if I'll do anything for an NB. Really it's just a matter of getting a fun idea that I want to try out.

[@deadwaterblacksmithing]

@@TofuAutoWorks your website has 3 piece duck tails, wouldnt those fit both the NA and NB?

[@J27M]

Hey where did you get your body filler boards? I’ve always wanted one but cannot find any!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

My board is just a scrap piece of flat aluminium from a bonnet or something. You don't need anything flash.

[@pizzacrusher4632]

how,did you build your shop? its really nice!

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Just 4x4s and plywood and a close to a decade of filling it with tools and sanding dust.

[@Rocket_tv111]

❤

[@naumanjaved5927]

would adding water to the fiberglass while cutting reduce the risk of fibers in the air?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

It might but I've burned out a tool in the past from the slurry that was produced clogging up the airways, so now I just sort of make the dust and deal with it. I have plans to work on improving my dust extraction for my next shop, this one is a lost cause though.

[@joelsmith6919]

What do you use to make your molds!?

[@TofuAutoWorks]

Plenty of mold making videos on this channel, this build is more of a 'quick and dirty' type deal, I'd recommend some of my latest GTR Stagea episodes for mold making.

[@Hunterhere2959]

Muscular baby 😂

[@jaceNZ75]

⭐⭐

[@albegt98]

👍💪