This is the type of video I like a how to from a pro. Would never have thought of doing that. Choppy is good show the show is real not some high price production job that haunt You Tube now days.
I learned from making the mistakes myself. I’ve not had any real training. If my school of hard knocks lessons can help other people out I’m all for helping. I know what you mean. I’ve seen a lot of channels i liked turn into something i dont like do to watch that much. I have already decided that no matter how popular this channel gets I wont be selling out. This will always remain the same style channel as it is right now. Im definitely not selling my soul to some big network or media company thats for sure. Thank you for watching
Works for me. Usually you have to remove a panel multiple times while working out problem areas. If its not pinned in the same spot every time you can chase your tail a lot.
Nice tip. Only thing is I would do is put in a thicker pin. I know it might be a little more welding, But would eliminate bending or breaking off. We all want to be confident aligning without fear of a possible catastrophe. Thanks for your time helping us DIY guys insight from a pro.
nice....how about this method... when u have it located in the precise spot... I use a Dremel and scribe around the washer of the bolt holding the deck lid [in this case] ... even when it's painted the scribe line can still be seen and no-one has ever commented on those scribed areas... it will be located perfectly, as in your case...also, good idea using the cut off bolt to help locate without bouncing it off the car
How do you adjust the trunk height? For instance if the trunk was high near the back window on the drivers side only, how would you adjust the height of the trunk on one side?
First check the tension rods under the panel forward of the trunk and see if you can change their position on that side to take pressure off of it, they are behind the seat back. 2nd you could try shimming under the rear most bolt on the trunk arm. If neither of these work inspect the trunk lid carefully for any damage. If none of those things presents a solution you may have no choice but to cut and reweld the arm to get a better fit. Good possibility thats its a factory assembly flaw, pretty common actually.
@@bobbys6364 yep. that would work fine. i typically cut them down to about 1/8” of stud sticking up. used this method yesterday. i had previously drilled guide holes in a set of trunk lid hinges and the trunk lid months ago, bolted them all back on and everything fits perfect, super easy.
seems such a lot of extra uneeded work. If doing a restoration ( back to how it was originally built), I just align the panel and then leave it. I paint the deck lid and doors on the body just like the men at Fisher body did it- as original. and less work
you make a valid point. Most shops and or builders typically over restore everything, including painting everything apart. factory painted it all together, with the exception of the front clip, which many times was done in a different area by different painters. Ive seen some pretty ugly factory paint jobs, definitely human factors were present back then.
Thanks for the tip, I'm always working alone so I will give it a try.
This is the type of video I like a how to from a pro. Would never have thought of doing that. Choppy is good show the show is real not some high price production job that haunt You Tube now days.
I learned from making the mistakes myself. I’ve not had any real training. If my school of hard knocks lessons can help other people out I’m all for helping.
I know what you mean. I’ve seen a lot of channels i liked turn into something i dont like do to watch that much. I have already decided that no matter how popular this channel gets I wont be selling out. This will always remain the same style channel as it is right now.
Im definitely not selling my soul to some big network or media company thats for sure. Thank you for watching
Cool tips that works. Homemade alignment pins. Come in handy when you’ve got adjustments to make on panels that you’ve got remove them to make.
Works for me. Usually you have to remove a panel multiple times while working out problem areas. If its not pinned in the same spot every time you can chase your tail a lot.
Alignment pins are a good idea . A little bit of work ,that will save you hours of future work in your final assembly . I like it .
been doing it this way for a long time. sure beats trying to adjust painted parts.
@@BrokenWrenches it's a good tip .
You taught this old dog a new trick!!...Thanks!!
Nice tip. Only thing is I would do is put in a thicker pin. I know it might be a little more welding, But would eliminate bending or breaking off. We all want to be confident aligning without fear of a possible catastrophe. Thanks for your time helping us DIY guys insight from a pro.
yep, that would be a stronger way to do it. I drill and pin everything that i can.
Simple ideas always the best, never thought about that. Love the videos always informative.
Great video!
Nice tip ! Appreciate the advice,
Thanks for that. Learned something new today.
Thanks for watching. My ultimate goal is to help promote the hobby !!!
Great idea, I will be doing this
@@paulthomas7689 It works great !!! you won’t regret it.
Nice. A good tip.
Brilliant. Very few videos as helpful.
thanks !!!!
a clear presentation of a great idea
awesome tip brother I'm going to try this one on the next build, keep it up
Thanks man
Awesome tip and explanation
thanks for the comment, very much appreciated!!
Now that's a hell of a good tip. ((sub'd)) Thanks.
appreciate ya very much
Thanks a lot bro for the great information
welcome. i plan to put a little more paint and body work stuff out.
Great tip & trick... Because of the weight of the lid. & Most all of us work along
this is true. quite challenging!!!
Great job man
Very useful info thank you
Excellent tip thanks
You bet!
Great idea.
Thanks. Works pretty good.
Great tip.Thanks
No problem!
nice....how about this method... when u have it located in the precise spot... I use a Dremel and scribe around the washer of the bolt holding the deck lid [in this case] ... even when it's painted the scribe line can still be seen and no-one has ever commented on those scribed areas... it will be located perfectly, as in your case...also, good idea using the cut off bolt to help locate without bouncing it off the car
this is also assuming you are using bolts with the washers attached to them
i will have to try it. nothing worse than scratching new paint !!!!!!!
Great tips! 👍
thanks
Great tip and video!
Very cool.
I used finish nails but great tip .
Good idea thank you
like to see more videos on gaping of panels.
How do you adjust the trunk height? For instance if the trunk was high near the back window on the drivers side only, how would you adjust the height of the trunk on one side?
First check the tension rods under the panel forward of the trunk and see if you can change their position on that side to take pressure off of it, they are behind the seat back.
2nd you could try shimming under the rear most bolt on the trunk arm.
If neither of these work inspect the trunk lid carefully for any damage.
If none of those things presents a solution you may have no choice but to cut and reweld the arm to get a better fit.
Good possibility thats its a factory assembly flaw, pretty common actually.
Would it work with a1/4" pin and avoid the risk of it snapping off?
@@bobbys6364 yep. that would work fine. i typically cut them down to about 1/8” of stud sticking up. used this method yesterday. i had previously drilled guide holes in a set of trunk lid hinges and the trunk lid months ago, bolted them all back on and everything fits perfect, super easy.
Nice video I use round rod because I get it free from work I do that to my door hinges to
That's awesome
That’s mint
Thanks for watching
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
seems such a lot of extra uneeded work. If doing a restoration ( back to how it was originally built), I just align the panel and then leave it. I paint the deck lid and doors on the body just like the men at Fisher body did it- as original. and less work
you make a valid point. Most shops and or builders typically over restore everything, including painting everything apart. factory painted it all together, with the exception of the front clip, which many times was done in a different area by different painters. Ive seen some pretty ugly factory paint jobs, definitely human factors were present back then.