Transforming ViceGrip Camaro into a 70 RS - Watch The Epic Conversion!

[@paintucation]

This was great working with TC again! We've built several cars together, and I've watched as he's created some incredible projects on his own! With 90% of the metalwork done now, we can get to the fun stuff!!! ( it's all fun! LOL!)

[@danfrye5130]

2 master metal working craftsman. Never gets old watching.

[@Ecosse57]

i watched him build that hellcat charger and the man is gifted! seems like s good guy too.

[@arthurmiller-vl6sw]

It must have been a little unnerving for the first bit to have someone judging your work and alignment. But perfect timing for TC to step in and help right when it was needed to set all the future work up to fit. As you said, you’ll sleep a lot better now and have to kick to push on faster knowing it all fits.

[@thebluewormbin3444]

You mentioned how TC uses his channel for marketing, you do too for your Paintucation training. I love watching your channel but you could probably use the channel more effectively for marketing

[@darylhudson777]

One thing I've noticed about this episode, Kevin, is you found someone with humility, as you exemplify, that is an excellent craftsman. In fact I'm going to call him Top Craftsman ( T.C. ). God bless you both hoping y'all had a Merry Christmas and will have a Happy New Year ! ✝️☝️🇺🇸👍

[@bgee461]

Yeah that guy seems top shelf 👍

[@jackbuildsit]

This feels so familiar on a Saturday morning. Looking forward to seeing the Camaro progress!

[@keithcriss5487]

Yeah I grew up watching him I went from cartoons on Saturday morning to him building cars on Saturday morning

[@2013ShelbyGT500]

Great to have a buddy to help out!

[@justinpakarno4346]

Your talents were compounded by TC's skill set! Can't wait to see the G/28 flipping around on the rotisserie.

[@skibbers55]

I am a 68 year old woman. Not in the best of health, but I look forward to 8 a.m. Saturday morning to watch your work. Love the garbage camaro, but all the content is interesting, entertaining, and i learn something new. I see your skill level on par with your friend TC. Granted his experience is worth respecting, but your level of understanding is comparable to his. Imho. Keep up the good work. We will be watching! Cant wait till the camero is screaming down the road.

[@paintucation]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you're here with us. :-) happy new year!

[@timkaldahl]

The mark of the true expert is that they don't let what they already know keep them from knowing that there is more to learn.

[@paintucation]

@@timkaldahl I take that as a kindness! Thank you!

[@jimmyjam813]

It's great to see the quarters set. The rear panel looks great as well. I'm happy for you Kev !

[@wyattoneable]

Wow, you all got a lot of quality work done on this episode. It's nice to have some help sometimes.

[@paintucation]

It sure is! I made the comment in this episode the two guys can get more than two times the work done. Even though we spent time planning and talking about stuff, and took some lunch breaks, and went from Margaritas the first night, we still got a lot more done and had some laughs at the same time. I would have eventually got to the same place by myself, but it would have taken much longer then twice the time he and I put in it.

[@JohnThurman-h9x]

Amazing. Never realized how many panels had to be lined up and made to fit.

[@AaronCarterHD13]

your videos are getting better as you go. 🤗 It was informative, progressive, rewarding, and entertaining! 😁 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@paintucation]

Thank you very much sir! That means the world. :-) happy new year!

[@brandongreene3213]

This process has been amazing. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride!

[@paintucation]

Thanks for caring enough to watch it all!!! We ain't done yet!!

[@wayne9518]

Great work! Great teamwork! No crazy music or drama. But instead we got a look into the brain process of working things out and how to get a #1 condition body to build upon.

[@jrumiano]

Kevin, thanks for taking the time to video the panel fitments! I know it takes time to do when you're in the process of the actual work. Well done to you and TC!

[@paintucation]

Thank you!

[@jabaniz]

I can’t imagine the hours put into this, I’m excited for roof skin!

[@paintucation]

Every hour ( except 3) was fun! I stopped counting actually.

[@markcandasamy2878]

Amazing precision metalwork, fun to watch and so educational ❤️

[@markhesanalienking9757]

Two very talented people. Great job!

[@103109]

I'm so glad this Camaro series is going on right now. I'm currently working on a 1980 Firebird and doing the tail panel and quarters. I have very little body work experience, and this series is helping me feel more confident to do what I need to do. The tips and tricks are very helpful. Thank you for the great content and keep it coming.

[@smegleberry]

Found This Channel Via Vice Grip Garage . Amazing Workmanship...

[@kevinjohnson7839]

Keep up the good work. I love and enjoy your videos. Reminds me of the Saturday morning Car shows that you used to be in, that I always watched. But better and more detailed then the TV shows were.

[@paintucation]

Thank you very much!! Glad you're here with us. Happy New Year! 🎊

[@paulwest4755]

Love it glad TC came to lend a hand now you can see beyond the back part of the car and you can rest easy.

[@rickyball6707]

Oh man, I just can’t believe the repair you did on that front ring so nice well done

[@rayhubbard1367]

With friends like TC you could conquer the world. Twice the hans, more and different experiences offer efficiency and different approaches. You probably saved 30-40 hours of work. Plus you know it’s done right.

[@ianhoyt2638]

I would assume a large reason for sheet metal being so much different on cars from the 1920s and the 2020s would be firstly carbon content and secondly thickness. Modern metal is thinner and has a higher carbon content and since we started making cars the metal has gradually gotten thinner and higher in carbon.

[@flammer6479]

I have great respect for you body guys! A lot of work and skill to achieve a result that often never get the recognition deserved.

[@DoubleRRestorations]

Kevin, this is a great episode. It really motivates me to get back to mine and get the metal work going again. I told my daughter we have to get this Mustang finished. We hit a small setback with the transmission, but we are working through it. Been following TC for awhile now. He has done some cool builds!

[@michaelboswell4318]

Wow that's looks like a lot of detail work to assure everything fits as it should.

[@PaulsPowersportAdventures]

I know the feeling of accomplishing a major task on a big project so, congrats Kevin!

[@josephbaker677]

A build like this would melt my brain for perfection when you know there has to be some fudge in it. Great Video!

[@nolanhill3400]

This build what can I say? Ive watched every step. Learning more as I watch. With every episode. You (y'all) with the guy's that work with you. Wow great teaching understanding that some of us may not. Going the ex mile to teach. Thanks for that!! Can't wait to see it finished!!! P.S. Go with the full spoiler on the back. Even just to see how you like it. (To me it just looks better.) But it your can not mine!

[@Wally-517]

Kevin, I been watching. Not only are you a good egg, you're extremely talented. You been tempting me to try and repair and paint an old car myself. When and if funds allow i just might give it a whirl for fun. This is golden knowledge that you're providing for people. Thank you. Happy Holidays

[@blahblah4125]

I'll bet you will be so excited once those body panels go to their final home after all the times you took them off and back on a million times. Gonna be the coolest 1974 Camaro ever built. Great work, coolest build. The 1970-1972 Camaro is definitely my favorite body syle as well. I'd have cold snacks with you anytime!

[@latvius7600]

I am so glad you recorded doing the back end, it's gonna be very useful to me when I get to that part on my 73!

[@RoninDosho]

WOW, the dream team in action. Liked and sub'd to TC's channel. Great Video guys.

[@brentmcmillan646]

That car is going to look awesome when it’s done!!! Great job guys!

[@chrisskeers1983]

I am no way at your level, but I love you are willing to bring in a friend to fine tune!

[@SeanJoseph-s2s]

Awesome content...and thanks for the tips ..thanks...🔧🔧👍

[@hughobrien4139]

It’s nice to see a couple of craftsmen co-opting to tackle an obstacle. When you have talent like that showing up to lend a helping hand you know your project is going the right way. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@danieldyke1074]

You two work realy good together and the work looks very awesome!

[@paintucation]

We've built a couple of great cars!!

[@imnumbersix]

Another excellent episode! Good on you for the shout out to your HS Physics teacher, yes indeed glass is a fluid, much like ice. We are of the same 60s vintage just on opposite coasts. However I do think BC and NL had same science programs. Loving this project and learning new how toos.

[@dogpotter]

great show that for putting in the effort to produce it

[@kevinching1975]

My old bos back in the 60's put us all on contract to fix the cars as he said we were taking to long to to fit new parts as he did not allow for the extra hours in his quote so we quoted our own jobs and we allowed for the extra time to getting parts to fit correctly'there are all sorts of tricks and we used ratchet straps as well .Some of the panels were fitted while on the chassis straighner this made it easier to get things right.

[@jimgummere5561]

What a great episode!

[@matthewtrudeau1197]

Awesome job 👏

[@redwinstead7873]

Finally some nice metal work getting done this is wat I like seeing i can learn more okay Red Winstead from Mississippi ❤❤❤

[@paintucation]

Thanks Red!!!

[@KHALABEEB]

Its good to have knowledgeable friends👍

[@jeffreyshepherd8488]

Yessss here we go!

[@philhunt-g3n]

Looks great you guys are amazing

[@dougmyers6013]

If only I could...Love the RS look of the 2nd Gen body

[@paintucation]

Me too, my favorite Camaro for sure.

[@robfdavis]

I couldn’t help but notice that hole in the floor and remembered when you stepped through it . This car has absolutely come a long way . Got me wondering what direction you’re going to go with engine / transmission combinations or if it’s going to have a custom or OE interior , upgraded suspension and brakes ? Obviously gonna have to wait on all that and the anticipation has me feeling like a kid again . Thank you for taking us along on this ride . Keep up the great work !

[@paintucation]

Sky's the limit on the rest.... I'll let everyone know when I do!!! Isn't this fun? 😄

[@Bamabuggin256]

Looks great

[@dennisspringborn1103]

Two guys working on a Camaro in a garage. It does not get better that that!

[@troyadams1076]

This was nice

[@Edith.Keeler]

Great episode. Everything looks phenomenal. Thank you!

[@AaronCarterHD13]

😎 Your glasses look awesome. carry on.

[@paintucation]

Well, that's good because I can't see an effing thing without them! Lol!

[@danfrye5130]

Nice! Enjoyed the video. Love the car and what you are doing. Learning a lot

[@1Also]

I heard a rumor you’re going to slice in some of those Super Rare Opera Windows…at least that’s the buzz on the internet.

[@Sean-i4r]

Ilove this guy! No Diddy

[@AaronCarterHD13]

"Yeah great ....outstanding." 😂 He jus wants to get ta work lol...

[@P51]

Kevin, I'd let that guy do my metal work on my build 100%

[@davehala3781]

I've noticed the difference in the metal too. From what I can find, the factory 50's and older stuff is a 19ga low carbon steel. I'm not really sure what alloy the replacement manufacturers use. Might have to ask AMD. I did notice that a lot of the replacement steel panels tend to be thinner at 20ga.

[@mattshoemaker207]

Watching from Charleston SC area

[@paintucation]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MichaelSmith-wb1es]

Same... Clemson SC

[@BigMikeeeBam]

You guys are flat arse good as a team. Maybe the Margaritas from last night helped?? 😂

[@paintucation]

They definitely did!!! 😄❤️

[@jasonprice3335]

Top notch work. Most would've relied on bondo for those gaps and curves

[@markmccabe934]

Vanadium in the steel gives it the stretch characteristics as well as a greater resistance to rust!

[@Fog66]

I remember leaning on those fenders and leaving a dent.

[@paintucation]

Yeaah, there's a point that "leaning " is unacceptable! LOL! engine goes in before the paintjob! LOL

[@chuckfrank4586]

Great videos about the Garbage Camaro. I’m a fair mechanic, but have minimal bodywork skills, so I’m learning a lot whether I want to or not 🤷‍♂️. It’s all good and I hope to apply these ideas to my Chevelle. Keep up the good work.

[@Kevin_Ruz]

Great work guys!! After watching this, seeing you had the same struggles as i had with my 71 SS I kinda feel vindicated 😂. I couldnt tell ya how many hours i had fitting, moving cutting, hammering, dollying that stuff.

[@paintucation]

It might be just me, but it almost seems like the metal fights you a little bit. It truly does change shape in your hands, and it was great to have TC there to help me mold it into the shape of a camaro. :-) thanks for watching! Thanks for the kind comment, Happy New Year my friend!

[@Kevin_Ruz]

@@paintucation of course it does!! I gotta say, if it wasn't for watching you work and putting out all the information you have over the years. I wouldn't of even had a clue on how to do any of this kind of stuff. You are truly an inspiration! Happy New Year!! 🍻🍻

[@gregorywatts-wv3mh]

you must have had my old science teacher . glass is a liquid in solid state . he showed us with the old windows in our school . wavy as could be . key note , NEVER work with glass when it`s cold .

[@keithcriss5487]

That's how you know you got a true friend " hey let me sling this hammer towards you with my non-dominant hand

[@allenhorne7032]

Great work guys! This was a big step forward in the process, and I know it's only gonna get better as time goes! I'm anxious to see it on the rotisserie to really get busy on it, and get the bottom undercoated and sealed up! What color are you painting the car again, I couldn't remember if you've told us yet!

[@paintucation]

I haven't decided on a color yet, the jury is still out on it. My mind is racing with possibilities! :-)

[@aarolecklin8627]

And that's why quality bodywork is expensive. Great work.

[@jseal21]

Cool video. I don't have anything to add I'm just feeding the algorithm

[@paintucation]

Thank you for realizing how important that is! Keeping this channel moving, has everything to do with great feedback from guys like you, but also keeping the algorithm instigated. Thanks man. I really appreciate it.

[@WalterThayer-r7n]

I will check bay one out thanks

[@timkaldahl]

And now we understand why 50k for a frame up resto is a great deal.

[@markmccabe934]

I really learned a lot of techniques watching this built. I wish I knew this 35 years ago as I was a novice and impatient hobbyist! Looking forward to see this to completion!!! What brand of brush on Rust convertor do you recommend???

[@paintucation]

Gemplers from Amazon

[@chrisrobinson8937]

Hey Kevin. You have a "refresh line" issue that shows up from time to time. Scrolls from bottom to top. Probably due to the lights or a facility grounding issue. Its distracting. Great video. Im doing a LOT of similar work on a 1951 Chevy. This is helping me a lot

[@paintucation]

Yup, I have LED lights in the shop .. the rate shows during time lapse in particular... I haven't messed around with camera frame rates yet. That would probably solve it

[@brucebanner2039]

This channel is so fucking under rated

[@paintucation]

Thanks man! That means a lot.

[@iainportalupi]

Do you spray anything like cavity wax or Fluid film inside the panels when you’re done?

[@paintucation]

Yes!!!! I believe in cavity wax

[@iainportalupi]

@@paintucationthanks! Follow up question, do you have to reapply cavity wax over time or is it a one time application?

[@thruitallauto2538]

I always strip the ecoat off, an epoxy prime it, paint the weld thru primer first, then tape it up. Then epoxy prime it,

[@Enter-a-name55]

When it comes to sheet metal work, why is MIG the preference over TIG ? I'm really enjoying this Camaro build Kevin. I'm a professional mechanic, but very limited to my knowledge of body repair. Your explanation of the procedures used are very interesting. I still don't plan on doing body repair, but I love listening to someone explaining a subject that they are professionals in. And it's easy to tell that you are very passionate about your work. The end results speak for themselves. Thanks Kevin.

[@johnwhitaker545]

Looking good. If it were mine I’d ditch that ralley sport upper and lower and make it a standard. The solid bumper cars look better. But that’s just my opinion

[@terranceakerson3480]

Older steel especially pre 1930’s was made from a more pure iron. The steel coming from Minnesota back then was the purest iron ore in America at the time. The iron ore was depleted by the 1930’s and a less pure ore was being mined. As a woodworker I always look for pre 30’s steel as it sharpens easily and holds an edge unlike any steel being produced including the high tech powder steel being produced. Cherish the old tools as they were made to last generations.

[@paintucation]

This is wise!!! Thank you!

[@jameswilkins288]

what's the treatment you applied to the inner panel for rust

[@paintucation]

Got it from Amazon.... rust converter... milky white, inexpensive, works great!

[@ronsautojax]

She's going be a going to town rig before you know it 🎉

[@barrycuda3769]

TC sounds like the late great Andy Griffith.

[@xozindustries7451]

Have you ever used Panel Bond in conjunction with the spot welder m to put together an older car like this?

[@paintucation]

Actually no,. I've seen it done a lot in modern collision repair, but not with a classic vehicle. I might do a combination of panel Bond and spot welding on the roof skin.

[@tonypace2009]

When the rear glass and roof skin was mentioned I suddenly realized that the rear glass is staying newer style glass? Dont know why it just registers to me know Lol We had a 73 with the small glass and loved the small glass compared to the big glass rear. It's still going to look awesome no doubt it's just hard to picture it in my head. Cant wait to see this finished but love watching the procses.

[@grimparanormal]

Just wondering what your going to do about the door handles.. Looks Great!!!

[@brian2359]

Kev, I’m gonna ask a really stupid question here! Like a front clip of the car, could you take the two rear quarter panels and the tail light panel and weld them together how you want them and put the whole unit on as one? Of course you’d have all the panels set before doing this, but just wondering. Thank you for putting these videos together for us! Happy New Year

[@paintucation]

It's a good question, but the answer is no, that's not possible. There's so many points of intersection with the body that can't all be assumed. You have to start at one end and work towards the other end. Even replacing a single quarter panel is the same you pin the corners, then set your gaps, and make adjustments as you finalize the final fit. Hope that makes sense, again, great question, I wish it was that easy! :-) thanks for watching.

[@ronsherfy6291]

You guys make a great team! Are you going to use the short spoiler on the deck lid?

[@paintucation]

Yes, that's my plan. The taller one from the 74 won't work with the different quarter panel ends. I really actually like the short spoiler even though the SS cars had the tall one

[@ronsherfy6291]

I agree and you don’t see the short spoiler as often good choice!

[@philh9238]

Ls swap it. Put a modern power plant in it then it’d be a daily reliable driver

[@jasonkebic741]

are you going to rust treat all these under skin/hidden panels before sealing them back in to give this ride the long life you mention?

[@jasonkebic741]

was going to mention you are super quiet this video, TC is perfectly clear but your mic is much quieter.

[@paintucation]

Um, yes, and we did that with weld through primer on all bare metal mating surfaces. Thanks for watching!

[@jasonkebic741]

@@paintucation Sorry I apologize I saw that later (still watching through) I should have asked it better I meant the brown areas not actually being welded to they look rusted but are being covered so, I was wondering if they needed to be sealed to reset the corrosion. It is possible they are sealed that colour from the factory and it just looks rusty on our end of the screen? I really appreciate that you are taking the time to explain the what why and whens of a job like this.

[@paintucation]

@@jasonkebic741 No apologies!!! There is actually a brown factory primer on these cars.... it's hard to tell what is rust and what is OE primer... trust me, I want todo this right... thanks for asking!! that's how we learn! Hope I've given you the info you were asking for. :)

[@Mark-um7ey]

Those AMD panels look like they are decent stampings. Are they random shipments or did you have to hand pick them to find the better stampings? I picked through a wharerhouse full of nos GM panels when I did my 67 RS/ SS back in the 90's. If I would have only had a place for storage I would have taken everything home lol

[@paintucation]

Totally random.... I'd expect as much from any panels I got from them.

[@Mark-um7ey]

@paintucation nice! I have bought 3 different deck lids for my 69 including one that they claim is show quality from other brands and they are all junk lol I will try an AMD

[@roycervantes1341]

Yeee Yeee 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@SunShineMM73]

What was the rust converter you brushed on the inner structure?

[@oshitt1]

Three days, three panels, slow is fast. call it ✔️.

[@novaholicgassers6119]

What about the temperature of the metal? Or in the shop? Does it affect the metal

[@paintucation]

What a great question! Yes! Temperature absolutely affects how metal moves around. The difference of 20 or 30 degrees can make the difference of it moving easier or harder. Depending on the temperature you start from. That said, I've never thought of using a torch, that might be something I try in the future around areas that are hard to conform. Interesting.. thanks for this comment!

[@AaronCarterHD13]

car is in absolute bits and pieces....door panel still on 😂

[@paintucation]

Okay, I get that! Having the door panel on keeps the window in alignment, and although we didn't show it in the episode, I did roll the window up to make sure the pitch and fit was right against the quarter and the roof rail. With these cars, the upper door panel said he's the glass on the inside. So, not totally lazy! Lol!

[@dondavis6997]

He's gonna nod his head and you're gonna hit it

[@tonyscott8126]

What is the brush on rust converter you used?