BODGE REPAIRS EVERYWHERE! Restoring Shmee150's Disaster Project Porsche 914 -Classic Car Restoration

[@ideabrickworks9043]

That 70’s Porsche seam sealant is horrendous! I am having flashbacks from when I was dealing with it!

[@adrianbrown2250]

I cannot believe how therapeutic I find watching these videos and seeing this level of craftsmanship to ensure the restoration is done properly

[@franshaan7388]

Same here!

[@benshannon3121]

100% on this. The lofi music coupled with fabrication just does it for me

[@jimjammy1788]

i couldn't agree more, it heals my soul somehow watching these.

[@runeisaksen6781]

This never ends. Wonder how much this would cost for a normal customer. The skill and craftsmanship of these guys is next level.

[@adrianbennett3761]

It would cost far more than it will ever be worth. Shmee really should have looked for a better example as this one is full of bodged repairs but KZbin videos will more than cover the cost

[@jwalster9412]

They probably would have rejected this amount of work for other customers. I have a feeling they might only do large scale repairs if they can get them on camera.

[@adrianbennett3761]

@@jwalster9412 KZbin and rising classic car prices have made such repairs feasible. Otherwise they’d just be scrapped

[@runeisaksen6781]

@@adrianbennett3761 Yep, that goes without saying. Impressive work anyway.

[@runeisaksen6781]

@@jwalster9412 Hence my comment on this work on a "normal" customer project. I guess they would give me a big laugh if I turned up asking to do a project like this, haha.

[@BlazePhoenix-u6j]

Appreciate how clear and easy-to-follow your content is.

[@andysmith4734]

That poor little Porsche has had a very tough life. In very good hands now. Amazing work.

[@colinritchie1757]

Nice to see Roco the emotional support Parrot back helping out , damm on this one he's really needed! Superb work as ever guys

[@stevecarter5084]

Brilliant craftsmanship in every episode,hope Shmee realises what a great job everyone is doing!

[@knoxyish]

lets hope schmee has very very deep pockets as that heap was not worth the work maybe the content its awful .

[@mikeafa1]

Ryan, how are you not screaming and running in circles at this point? It's right up there with the disaster Datsun ridiculousness abomination. You are really honing those skills you have. Doing a great job!

[@steveworth544]

great video, great music, amazing skills. I think a lot of us are concerned that your brilliant Dad is not currently making videos. It seems like prying but I sincerely hope he is ok.

[@leissp1]

These videos are awesome. Really shows how a metal magician can properly restore a total basket case.

[@SiteUnscene]

A whole family of master craftsmen! You guys ROCK!

[@paulsim7589]

"I cannot believe how therapeutic I find watching these videos and seeing.." - his face, even when he knows what's coming :)

[@richardshirtcliffe3261]

The attention to detail is unreal even on the bits you can't see. Awesome work gents keep it up 👍💪

[@keiththedford1379]

Absolutely fascinating the ability of your craftsmanship! Basically the whole car is a template to manufacture a new car.

[@jesscourt9068]

It should be called "Triggers Broom"!

[@Ozmercyful]

I love the way you just do it the right way! 😊

[@patrickfay1055]

So nice to see craftsman at work keep up the great work

[@JackBWatkins]

I loved my 914 back in the day. Glad to see this one being saved.

[@thomaslewis7883]

You guys are magicians with metal. Cheers from across the pond. 😍

[@oiygfdxssfgg]

I enjoy seeing these classic cars being brought back to life.

[@ianhighley-zo3es]

Great bit of fabrication Ryan. You are getting there.

[@helmutstrap]

Brilliant video, more akin to your earlier ones. Love seeing the detailed metal work again!

[@boydannon7834]

Sweet Jesus! This job keeps giving and giving!

[@GregsGarage]

I'm enjoying seeing the lengths that you go to.

[@AMLagonda]

The gift that keeps on Giving 🤣

[@halldorra]

A new superhero is born, Dr.Rust

[@SARSteam]

That look, continuous drilling in the hopes of finding the end of the disaster... that says it all ! 🤣🤣🤣

[@Silver-st2zq]

😲 oh my it's like the gift like keeps on giving in a number of ways 😆 great job on the new fix then properly repairs 👍

[@peterrobierto7435]

Great to see what can actually be done by highly skilled professionals.

[@darrenridsdale8121]

Hi Ryan ur dads not made any videos in ages is he ok

[@tinozedd8528]

epic! as always. keep up the good work.

[@koz72]

you guys are def awesome at what you do! unbelievable metal work!

[@1954307]

great work guys, nice to see rocco being useful lol

[@michaelallgauer5690]

so satisfying to watch

[@davepriddy9263]

Great work on the sheet metal repairs.

[@thomasbehrens1790]

Thanks to you, this Porsche 914 will survive! Thank you, great work!

[@Fixing_Everything.]

I really enjoy watching you work as I relate to that sort of work of being in the motor trade for over 45 years plus and seen a lot of people doing bodge jobs and I've fixed a lot in my time. I can just get lost in the video and enjoy it..... I've seen this sort of work being done and it still amazes me how they can sleep at night. That car is like Swiss Cheese.... Really fit for the scrap yard. Will now move on to the next instalment of this disaster car.

[@Gregory7518]

Wow, the level of rust is unbelievable. I'm willing to wager you have lightened the car by 50 kilos just removing all of the filler.

[@davidwaldie6227]

One of your best for a while Ryan. Where's your Dad? We're missing him

[@helmutstrap]

Agreed, love seeing all the metal work. Missing Steve too

[@mikeafa1]

News flash, he ran for the hills on this one! Lol

[@craigmorgan4676]

Probably getting fed up with these bodges,can't say I blame him,sheesh it's a never ending nightmare!EVERY turn theres rust,good lord this is surely 95.5% rust!👎👎👎😬😬😬😬🤔🤔💀💀💀💀😱🇬🇧🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@wayne9518]

He’s stuck inside the Disaster Datsun

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Beautiful work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧

[@martinlouden9005]

I love your persistence. Personally I'd have scrapped this piece of junk!

[@Silver-st2zq]

Topper job 👍 still can't get over the state and amount of work needed.

[@colinlawrence7284]

Another great video showing skill and expertise. I can't believe the shocking job the previous restorers, apologies I meant destroyers did

[@NZGilead]

When you'll be done with it, actually you will have crafted a brand new 914. There won't be much of the orignal car in it. Great job !

[@stephanklatte9641]

Awesome content showcasing great skills in restoring old cars. You should team up with vice grip garage in the US. I can foresee some great content with Dereks car collection. Keep up the good work 👍

[@hoggmotorsport]

I could see the despair in your face Ryan!! Most of that rot around the light aperture was created by the factory sealer 🤨 the platingbodgery on the inner sill is a joke! Hasn't been done long by the looks of it..the's not much surface rust! People who are "restoring" vehicles in this fashion should leave well alone!! 🤦‍♂️ Great job guys! 👍

[@RichieWilliams]

WOW - the talent and craftsmanship is outstanding :) Loved the Vid, thank you.

[@GeorgeMurrayMuirhead]

You have some skill , amazing workmanship buddy , I’m a stone mason to trade myself , watching from Scotland ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@73edg]

You’re turning into that painter from that 80’s show Murphy Brown. The guy never finished painting.

[@joescully566]

Some great panel fans the Ryan. Looks brill. JOE

[@jonnenne]

I get bad repairs. I get trying to make it look good with bondo. But why on earth did they put literally an inch of bondo?? That even destroys the original car with so much extra stuff.

[@rbruceBruce]

I'll bet Tim gets absolutely sick every time you guys upload. LMAO 🤣. But fantastic craftsmanship

[@shize9ine]

The amount of panels makes me think that the previous mechanic used to do RV/camper roofs. "JUST ADD A NEW LAYER!"

[@russthebiker]

A work of art in metal, Ryan is very patient, what a family all very skilled

[@pauldixon3677]

Excellent bit of tin bashing there Ryan. Unbelievable that people do shoddy repairs and "fill" everything!

[@tigjunkie73]

An artiste in action ,please let Mr come learn some more ! Fabby welder 27 years pleaseeeeee

[@cross13000]

Loving it.

[@Sosu217]

Fantastic video and fantstic series - it struck me, not only was the porsche more filler than metal, but if the body was like this... what are the mechanical parts like! :o

[@cp4512]

The previous owner of that car bodged every repair and covered it up. Imagine how bad the engine and gearbox are likely to be with the same attitude………😱

[@adamap2796]

Jeeez, the labour cost alone 😮

[@as3cs3]

that was probably the original factory sealant behind the headlight bit. Must've seemed like a good idea at the time but once moisture gets under it.....

[@GlennTillema]

@4:00 Would it have been quicker to just rebuild the entire frame and body from scratch at this point?

[@tomswindler64]

Nice 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@martinshepherd6756]

I an surprised that you're not using repair panels. Are they not available? Given the cars well known rust issues I would have thought some were out there?

[@KeithBallantine]

What's happening with mat Armstrong E 24. Are you making mats body kit?

[@leaflee2066]

After watching your videos I am sure most classic cars driving around are more filler than metal now!

[@GT380man]

That restomod 911!

[@mschrappe]

Amazing job you guys are doing, but something came to my head: would it still be patches due to the amount of pieces of panels you are fixing and replacing?

[@77raymo]

No, new name is jigsaw

[@mschrappe]

@@77raymo that one is good! haha

[@nicholasviney5975]

I think that might give the datsun a bit of competition

[@stilclassics]

??? Thanks for the amazing videos. What kind of spray/paint do you use?

[@griffie84]

I cannot wait for Patches to be finished. It will be 99% rebuilt.

[@PaulHerbert-o7e]

A bit late now but I’ve a couple of good rear fender corners …

[@garytucker969]

At what point would it not be financially viable to do? I know everyone has a pet prohect that they love and would spend any amount

[@hawkwarrior5066]

Have you done a before and after on how much it weighs with all that body filler removed

[@GT380man]

At 16 min, even Rocco needed CPR!

[@helmutstrap]

Ryan, do you ever use Lead or Tin Alloys to get really smooth repairs? I ask as I saw it done by Mat Armstrongs bodyshop and on the restoration of Elvis Presleys 1950s BMW. Seems not many use this technique anymore?

[@potoemkin]

Do you plan to continue with the Mazda Cosmo or is the car gone?

[@stevengunter3457]

i will say this your uncle is outstanding on the metal work. where is your dad these days?

[@petetofani4896]

By the time all of the rusted panels are replaced and this car is restored, it is going to be the most expensive 914 in the world.

[@77raymo]

And worth under 45K

[@cigarjefe]

There’s nothing left.

[@DasArab]

I have a funny feeling this will be Shmees last classic 🤭

[@PeterPackard-m5l]

If Ryan knew how much rust and bodge there would be back at the start, I’m sure Tim would have said “bin it, I’ll buy a decent one!” as there is no historic value for this car. However, you’ve got to admire Ryan’s patience as well as fabrication skills. Keep them coming, there will be plenty more episodes I’m sure 👍

[@foxstrangler]

Will there be any original steel left when (if) it's ever finished?

[@ComplicatedStuff]

So this is all great and all, but don’t you guys have rotisseries? This looks like some proper self-mortification to me. Also, get some dry ice to remove sound deadening. So much easier. And what about the laser machine? Don’t see that being used much anymore, isn’t it as good as advertised? I tried to get the body of my project laser cleaned, or rent a machine to do it myself. But it turned out so expensive that I went for the trusty sand blasting in the end. Must have been a good choice as you guys don’t even use it while you have one. And how is your dad doing? I like to see the master at work sometimes again 😊

[@carrtez]

Why have you not bought a spot welder? Would save so much time on drilling out all the welds

[@rogerfenton5210]

Would it make work easier if the hand shear pivot was tight there fore cutting better , great art work once again

[@johnlummis5119]

Love watching the skill and care that goes into your work, this car will be so much lighter when Tim gets it back to when he brought it in , shame it wasn't weighed before you started to see how much more heavier it was compared to a stock 914

[@PK73]

You could literally nickname it the bondo car as it looks like it’s bondo’d together lol

[@johnbergen9663]

Ready the boiling oil for the prior bodywork “professional”!

[@patrick103b]

It was more like a sculpture than a car 😂

[@ksouster6839]

I think it’s really a Datsun 😉

[@SB_170]

It may have been asked and answered before but is there a reason why you don’t dip these cars to get rid of all the rust and filler? Surely it would be more time (cost) effective than stripping it with a wire wheel.

[@clintbonnett3449]

Do you have any idea of the estimated weight of all that filler?

[@hemibreath]

Too bad you didn’t weigh it before and after ! Curious how much “Bondo” was removed !

[@johnbarron8860]

Next time you buy a car, take a fridge magnet with you to test for bonds. Could have saved a lot of grief.

[@jonathanluce9130]

You have certainly increased the mpg by removing all that filler 😂

[@rickwhite3757]

It's still not late too late to scrap it 😁

[@sagetheowlfatfeathery2083]

If someone sort of “in the trade” gets sold something like this, what chance do the rest of have?

[@superloopy24v]

I wonder what the weight difference would have been between before and after with all that filler and layered metal instead of butt welded sheet metal that's now being removed.

[@puppi2743]

This car is an absolute nightmare xD

[@willemjordaan4108]

Did you say there's not much left to do on Patches???? 😳😂

[@yorkshirecarrestoration]

Wishful thinking