That's the classic case of " I'll do that later" just putting lugs on by hand and then weeks later finding out the hard way. My lesson was on my first motor rebuild as an apprentice. I did everything so carefully and by the book on a 4cylinder MG motor. Got it all done and in the car and it ran perfect. The customer came and got the car and 2 days later he called and said the engine seized. Car was towed back and not a drop of oil in it- during my rebuild I had put the drain plug in the pan by hand and then cleaned and painted it, and when I put it together I just never checked it. After a couple days of driving the plug eventually came out and the customer lost all the oil. I had to pay the cost and do the labor to repair the engine and from that day on, I never put any bolt in by hand without fully tightening it and I never stopped for lunch halfway through an operation.
Brent i feel your pain i had a 57 Chevrolet 2 door i just finished putting my new rebuild motor in it took it for a rip same thing happened to me but the wheel ripped the fender bad this happen to me in 1973 just fix and move on love your videos Brent
If your new to this channel you need to go back and watch some of Brent's older video's of what this Truck looked like before he brought it into the shop. You'll be amazed on how much work went into it in such little time. 👍🏾
Great to the Essex as a roller. It's got a great stance. The roadster pickup is looking better and better. Bodywork is a tedious job and often difficult to focus on. Having these side projects is a good thing. Look forward to more. Be safe and stay well.
I really like the way this is turning out, Brent. It’s got some very cool lines. You’ve had probably more than your fair share of ups and downs on it, but it is definitely coming together in a really good way. Thanks as always. You upload so much more than most of the other guys I watch and its absolutely fantastic. 😊👍👍
🎵Sand to the left, sand to the right, turn yourself around,🎶 and sand all night.🎵 Lol. Brent your going to have one bada$$ truck. Take care and stay safe my friend. 👍
Its looking good all in 1 piece , awaiting to see the back trunk cover , to be precise the vehicle really is looking great after these many hours of work you’ve showered in on. ❤💐💐💐
Body work is the most thankless job , Its never perfect , nor is the car as it comes from the factory . You do a terrific job on your builds and know when to say enough . You have a one off body style , created in your mind , built with you own hands and it is a thing of beauty . Thank you for including us in your tasks to see this truck to completion , God Bless you and yours , keep smiling , Stuart in Ontario ..
Brent you’re just a gem. Jumped on the fender. Got it fixed. Thank you for your varsity sticking with the body work you detest so much. Great video! Thanks for sharing. 💯👊👍💕
Day's like this! You just gotta bite the bullet and get her done. Then, You'll look sit back take a nice long look at what you've accomplished and than admire all the work you've done, for many years to come. Cheers Brent.
I finally found a guy thats interested in filler and paint work. When we brought him the 80 firebird he was thrilled there was no metal work to do. Hes right off hwy 12. Nice guy.
I feel your pain man! Look back at your first videos of where you started from though. Appreciate the process, especially of all of that work coming to fruition! Reap the harvest! That wonderfully tasting and satisfying fruit of completion!!!
A couple restoration brothers ..who taught me how to use primer straight out of the can to fill small stuff indentions ..etc ..it's more flexible than bondo ..this was in the 70s they showed me this... we was restoring a 32 Chevy dump truck then and a 57 Ford f150 step side p/u..
Great video I had the same thing happen to my 55 first series truck thank god I had not painted yet. It seemed like an eternity getting the second series 55 truck ready for paint just to put decent paint job on it . I know how you feel Brent but it's worth it. It's a real joy to see this beautiful truck come together. God bless
You saw my comment on the last video, where I suggested dumping exhaust in the fenders in front of the tires. Win. Essex is a roller, great work there. I don't mind the bodywork and sanding, I have done it a few times.
Brent your videos are great, never boring ! And I watched them all ! Your way to take things with a positive attitude, for me it's a good motivation. So keep doing what you do, and I thank you for that. It's probably not the easiest job doing videos on TH-cam. Ill be happy for you when you'll be done with the GMC. Later 🙏!
I like you choice in music. I like folk music but not so much the country/western. You make repairs look so easy. Waiting for the day it is in final color.
BODYWORK, YOUR FAVOURITE CHALLENGE. I WAS SO SURE THE TRANSMISSION, STEEING OR SOMETHINGOF THE LIKE LIKE HAD LET GO. PLEASED YOURSELF AND PABLO WERE SAFE.
Definitely not boring, I sat through the whole video and didn’t get tried of “you” 😷 doing the sanding. But boy do I need a nap know. 😆. I’ll be here next time to help you again. Thanks Brent. Like, share and tell your friends, if you have any. 😳
Kearney Nebraska cruise night started today till Sunday car show&shines seeing alot of garage queens cruising around I think these 50s GMC and CHEVROLET trucks are the coolest 😎 ❤
At the stage with the body priming that your at, I always use red scotch bright folded and sand just with your hand. I find it gives a way better smoothness than sand paper. Then I just touch it up with glazing putty I think your truck is starting to look great.
Panel bond adhesive is awesome stuff , I installed a fiberglass hood scoop on a metal hood with it and used no bondo and it was still great condition after 6yrs , couldnt tell you after because i sold the truck
All edges could still use some work. Plastic filler still shows pinholes and rough edges. I truly admire all of your work on different projects, but for some reason I would like to see this one a little better finished. Take a break from it and come back later when the old drive comes back. Was glad to see Ryder the other day. God bless you and your family. By the way this is my favorite channel.
As the old saying goes; far from good, but good from far! Ryder may regret that engine swap on the quad. I did something similar several years ago with an old Yamaha shaft drive utility quad. I switched out the rear suspension for a chain drive swing arm setup, and put a Suzuki GS550 four cylinder in it. I went with the biggest rear sprocket I could get, and it was still waayyy too fast. This thing was just scary fast! Fourth gear was as far as you wanted to push it,and fifth was unusable at all. My buddy and I agreed that one of us was likely to get killed on it, so I ended up trading “Quadzilla” off to some young kid who wanted it really bad……
My favorite part of being able to do all the things with the things is not having to shell out for someone else to do it. Plus how many people have a 2011 Aveo Ute short bed here in the states? Probably just me.😂 I almost had the same situation a couple weeks back though Brent. Good news is it's metal. We cut, grind, weld and beat it into what we want. Your roadster is looking great.
Reminds me of when my Dad was driving his just finished 37 Ford pickup when the left rear wheel departed the truck! Tore the fender up, Which meant I had more work to do! Thankfully it was a fairly easy fix.
Glad to see you back on track. I was afraid you were going to roll it back outside as lawn/ lot art again. I can't wait to see what you'll pick for this winter's long range project. Before then, use the laser tool on at least one of your 100% patina vehicles and show us what it can do. Up there, winter will be starting next week.
If that was a say, 2006 pickup, the brand doesn't matter, that little boo boo would be about $14,800 in damage and a 3 month wait for parts and your insurance would go up by about 34%, so be happy you have a truck that is made of steel and not plastic and tinfoil like the newer ones. Love the vids.
Ah, I must have missed that episode that showed the front fender “THAWK” when I was on vacation. Nice recovery though. You are a master of dent fixing whether you want to admit it or not…
funny all those hours and hours, going over it several times on different days, and when that beautiful color coat goes on you still discover areas that just never saw beforehand. Been there a few times. But it does look nice
In Holland we have an expression, “laughing like a farmer with a toothache”. Exactly what you did at the start of the vid, Brent. At least that Boo boo won’t happen to you again I guess
Put some of your FG resin in the bondo, it's smooth and takes longer to "kick". I think you want to use "2K" primer with the roller. You might otherwise have a drying and shrinking problem.
I worked for a government shop , mostly on cop cars and used that roll on primer, I loved it, first I didn’t, have to put the car in the both and I could sand it out on the floor. I would roll it on heavy , guid coat it , first sand would be 80 grit till all the black was gone then 220 if I went sand threw put a little more and sand again it was like paint on putty. 😉
You are amazing. You’re an absolute workhorse. After watching you life discovered how terribly lazy I really am. Mama card… Watching paint dry and sending… Well she sits on her bum.
Hi guys. Aslong as no one including Pablo didn't get hurt. Sanding sucks!!! Haha. But as you said it's really time consuming and that's why panel beaters charge a arm ,leg and your soul. You are doing a awesome job and my daughter and I are glad that you are ok. Fiona my daughter and Sue say hello to you and your wife. Keep going Brent. You will finally get there bud. Take care guys. Kindly Jeff. NZ.😊
Excellent video Brent :) 1949 GMC truck coupe car to also take time fixing up to and hopefully looking nice on all repairs to do up ! I know take lots hours get this far and not easy on the preparations ! Take time and planning too! I done my shared work in bodywork lots vechiles!
Yes look what you started with most people would wack away it your master piece sir Brent and it looks very good no matter what people will still fined something even though they trade in there Toyota every three years.Well done sir Brent
Brent I'm like you I love being creative in kustom building but hate the finish bodywork. You need a pneumatic sanding board, it'll save you a lot of time.
A two fold problem is if fixed like a make it new again, your weather and roads will kill it anyway. That said, as I see it, replacing panels or doing some replacement panels would be easier to do than sand for a week on a project. Ryders spoiled to the max or if he worked on his four wheeler in a outdoor space in the weather, maybe that tiny shop with extension cords for power might just make a engine last a touch longer. I spoiled my kids so does it really harm anything but his pocket book. The 56 buick will probably be a long time before visited by Ryder. Its not high on his priority list as being too young to still drive on the highways that I question if any law exists anywho. Looking forwards to seeing it in colors and a top that might just make the build super cool
May I make a suggestion? Once in a while put up a still frame of where you started. Not only does this give the viewer a reference point. It allows them the opportunity to admire your hard work and vision.
It is tough to be honest it’s all tough I hate pulling parts on and off to replace floors and braces but that’s what it takes and when your finished you set and remember all the work
I used to do muscle cars back when I was younger but I've grown to appreciate the ratrod, I'm still in between with what I call a not-rod because it's still not slick enough to be considered hot but it's a little better than total rat 😂😂
Back in the early 1970's, I worked in a mechanics garage repairing cars. The garage was rented on the land of a car body shop which specialised in Rolls Royce and top marque Citroen body repairs. When we were short of work (my bnoss and I) we helped out in the body shop rubbing down the body work on the cars. They used Stopper (a brown stuff) which I suppose is called Putty now-a-days, Easier to sand down than filler. I used to watch the body repairers prepare some cars while I was on a break .They had thick primer and painted on with a brush and then wiped the side of their palm over it which spread it and dried it quicker. Never did know how that worked, but the primer just needed a slight rubbing down and then it was the rest of the primers before the colour coats. I have hated bodywork ever since those days. I just prefered spanner work.
Brent .. when they say drive the wheels off it......
we didn't mean to take it seriously!!!!😂
That's the classic case of " I'll do that later" just putting lugs on by hand and then weeks later finding out the hard way. My lesson was on my first motor rebuild as an apprentice. I did everything so carefully and by the book on a 4cylinder MG motor. Got it all done and in the car and it ran perfect. The customer came and got the car and 2 days later he called and said the engine seized. Car was towed back and not a drop of oil in it- during my rebuild I had put the drain plug in the pan by hand and then cleaned and painted it, and when I put it together I just never checked it. After a couple days of driving the plug eventually came out and the customer lost all the oil. I had to pay the cost and do the labor to repair the engine and from that day on, I never put any bolt in by hand without fully tightening it and I never stopped for lunch halfway through an operation.
Brent i feel your pain i had a 57 Chevrolet 2 door i just finished putting my new rebuild motor in it took it for a rip same thing happened to me but the wheel ripped the fender bad this happen to me in 1973 just fix and move on love your videos Brent
If your new to this channel you need to go back and watch some of Brent's older video's of what this Truck looked like before he brought it into the shop. You'll be amazed on how much work went into it in such little time.
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🗿💨yep💯👍
Great to the Essex as a roller. It's got a great stance. The roadster pickup is looking better and better. Bodywork is a tedious job and often difficult to focus on. Having these side projects is a good thing. Look forward to more. Be safe and stay well.
I really like the way this is turning out, Brent. It’s got some very cool lines. You’ve had probably more than your fair share of ups and downs on it, but it is definitely coming together in a really good way. Thanks as always. You upload so much more than most of the other guys I watch and its absolutely fantastic. 😊👍👍
I love how the wheel falling off caused damage that would have been the biggest damage possible, which proved your design is good.
I thought the GMC sign in the front looked classy, I liked it.
Gonna make something kustom yet for the front :)
mujch better plan.
me too
🎵Sand to the left, sand to the right, turn yourself around,🎶 and sand all night.🎵 Lol. Brent your going to have one bada$$ truck. Take care and stay safe my friend. 👍
Its looking good all in 1 piece , awaiting to see the back trunk cover , to be precise the vehicle really is looking great after these many hours of work you’ve showered in on.
❤💐💐💐
She's coming together nicely Brent . should be a show worthy custom . excited to see it finished. 😎👍
Body work is the most thankless job , Its never perfect , nor is the car as it comes from the factory . You do a terrific job on your builds and know when to say enough . You have a one off body style , created in your mind , built with you own hands and it is a thing of beauty . Thank you for including us in your tasks to see this truck to completion , God Bless you and yours , keep smiling , Stuart in Ontario ..
Brent you’re just a gem. Jumped on the fender. Got it fixed. Thank you for your varsity sticking with the body work you detest so much. Great video! Thanks for sharing. 💯👊👍💕
Day's like this! You just gotta bite the bullet and get her done. Then, You'll look sit back take a nice long look at what you've accomplished and than admire all the work you've done, for many years to come. Cheers Brent.
Sanding a house full of drywall gives the same effect! Looks good! I wouldn't mind owning that truck! It IS AWESOME!
I finally found a guy thats interested in filler and paint work. When we brought him the 80 firebird he was thrilled there was no metal work to do. Hes right off hwy 12. Nice guy.
I feel your pain man!
Look back at your first videos of where you started from though.
Appreciate the process, especially of all of that work coming to fruition!
Reap the harvest! That wonderfully tasting and satisfying fruit of completion!!!
A couple restoration brothers ..who taught me how to use primer straight out of the can to fill small stuff indentions ..etc ..it's more flexible than bondo ..this was in the 70s they showed me this... we was restoring a 32 Chevy dump truck then and a 57 Ford f150 step side p/u..
Great video I had the same thing happen to my 55 first series truck thank god I had not painted yet. It seemed like an eternity getting the second series 55 truck ready for paint just to put decent paint job on it . I know how you feel Brent but it's worth it. It's a real joy to see this beautiful truck come together. God bless
Brent plz reconsider removing the Gmc emblem. It looked so cool
Gonna be replaced with something kustom yet :)
You saw my comment on the last video, where I suggested dumping exhaust in the fenders in front of the tires. Win.
Essex is a roller, great work there. I don't mind the bodywork and sanding, I have done it a few times.
Brent your videos are great, never boring ! And I watched them all ! Your way to take things with a positive attitude, for me it's a good motivation. So keep doing what you do, and I thank you for that. It's probably not the easiest job doing videos on TH-cam. Ill be happy for you when you'll be done with the GMC. Later 🙏!
I love all of the music you pick out and I know you're tired of the truck build,but it'll get done, and I'll catch ya on the next one 😊
At least your "Sanding Party" got you further down the road... The other stuff is small potatoes Brent!😆
I like this truck. It has come a long way from March 2021. The Essex has a great look.
Yes , i’ve done bodywork and paint ,and it’s a lot of work so I know what you’re talking about Sir. But you make it look so easy man lol ,Aman
I like you choice in music. I like folk music but not so much the country/western. You make repairs look so easy. Waiting for the day it is in final color.
I could never do what you have done, I'm with you Brent, Thumbs Up Man!!!...
BODYWORK, YOUR FAVOURITE CHALLENGE. I WAS SO SURE THE TRANSMISSION, STEEING OR SOMETHINGOF THE LIKE LIKE HAD LET GO. PLEASED YOURSELF AND PABLO WERE SAFE.
It's looking great, couple of dings fixed, thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
Enjoy the video, enjoy all your work, not boring
Definitely not boring, I sat through the whole video and didn’t get tried of “you” 😷 doing the sanding. But boy do I need a nap know. 😆. I’ll be here next time to help you again. Thanks Brent.
Like, share and tell your friends, if you have any. 😳
Great work always learn something here, always remain cool no matter what the situation, that is always the hardest thing to do.
Kearney Nebraska cruise night started today till Sunday car show&shines seeing alot of garage queens cruising around I think these 50s GMC and CHEVROLET trucks are the coolest 😎 ❤
Keep on bouncing Brent. When the going gets tough the tough goes sanding.You will get the body work done. Take care.
Shoots , still loookin goood...don't get burnt out...sooo close now🤠
this is not only fun to watch, but the music is really good too
3M glazing putty is good stuff for the finish schmoo.
Its gonna look so much better when its painted silver then metal flake candy apple red. A real dream.
Is he not painting it that green colour? Please say he is not!
@@Madiba100 yes he is painting it the shop color the green thats why he painted the back panel and bits of interior upfront
@@JustinPaul1st Pity!
At the stage with the body priming that your at, I always use red scotch bright folded and sand just with your hand. I find it gives a way better smoothness than sand paper. Then I just touch it up with glazing putty I think your truck is starting to look great.
💚🇬🇧🌱 just keep sanding, just keep sanding la la la 😂🤣 so nearly there dude I feel your pain...
Panel bond adhesive is awesome stuff , I installed a fiberglass hood scoop on a metal hood with it and used no bondo and it was still great condition after 6yrs , couldnt tell you after because i sold the truck
when sand paper gums up use a wire brush to remove the paint from sand paper / bondo also
Minty !
Thank You for sharing your video, and letting us hang out .
Later ...
Happy Wednesday Pablo and co.!😊👍👍👍👍🇨🇦✌️
All edges could still use some work. Plastic filler still shows pinholes and rough edges. I truly admire all of your work on different projects, but for some reason I would like to see this one a little better finished. Take a break from it and come back later when the old drive comes back. Was glad to see Ryder the other day. God bless you and your family. By the way this is my favorite channel.
As the old saying goes; far from good, but good from far! Ryder may regret that engine swap on the quad. I did something similar several years ago with an old Yamaha shaft drive utility quad. I switched out the rear suspension for a chain drive swing arm setup, and put a Suzuki GS550 four cylinder in it. I went with the biggest rear sprocket I could get, and it was still waayyy too fast. This thing was just scary fast! Fourth gear was as far as you wanted to push it,and fifth was unusable at all. My buddy and I agreed that one of us was likely to get killed on it, so I ended up trading “Quadzilla” off to some young kid who wanted it really bad……
My favorite part of being able to do all the things with the things is not having to shell out for someone else to do it. Plus how many people have a 2011 Aveo Ute short bed here in the states? Probably just me.😂 I almost had the same situation a couple weeks back though Brent. Good news is it's metal. We cut, grind, weld and beat it into what we want. Your roadster is looking great.
Thanks for another , Brother !
Reminds me of when my Dad was driving his just finished 37 Ford pickup when the left rear wheel departed the truck! Tore the fender up, Which meant I had more work to do! Thankfully it was a fairly easy fix.
Glad you are back on the truck!
You are at the final stages of body work do not stop now a few more hours and ready for paint the fun part
Glad to see you back on track. I was afraid you were going to roll it back outside as lawn/ lot art again. I can't wait to see what you'll pick for this winter's long range project. Before then, use the laser tool on at least one of your 100% patina vehicles and show us what it can do. Up there, winter will be starting next week.
That much body work, is a TON of work. I've spent a week just working a hood.😂
If that was a say, 2006 pickup, the brand doesn't matter, that little boo boo would be about $14,800 in damage and a 3 month wait for parts and your insurance would go up by about 34%, so be happy you have a truck that is made of steel and not plastic and tinfoil like the newer ones. Love the vids.
Looking good .. lot’s of work 👍👍
Ah, I must have missed that episode that showed the front fender “THAWK” when I was on vacation. Nice recovery though. You are a master of dent fixing whether you want to admit it or not…
funny all those hours and hours, going over it several times on different days, and when that beautiful color coat goes on you still discover areas that just never saw beforehand. Been there a few times. But it does look nice
In Holland we have an expression, “laughing like a farmer with a toothache”. Exactly what you did at the start of the vid, Brent.
At least that Boo boo won’t happen to you again I guess
Put some of your FG resin in the bondo, it's smooth and takes longer to "kick".
I think you want to use "2K" primer with the roller. You might otherwise have a drying and shrinking problem.
Hi My Dear Friend Very Very Good Job ❤❤❤❤❤
You sure get a ton done.
Looking good as always Brent! Maybe make sure your lug nuts are tight this time around? Ty for the awesome video
I worked for a government shop , mostly on cop cars and used that roll on primer, I loved it, first I didn’t, have to put the car in the both and I could sand it out on the floor. I would roll it on heavy , guid coat it , first sand would be 80 grit till all the black was gone then 220 if I went sand threw put a little more and sand again it was like paint on putty. 😉
Did a great fix . It is looking fantastic. Great video
We will catch you on the next one.
I seen bad Chad added fibre glass resin in his bondo to use on the small scratches and pin holes, seem to work well
Looking amazing.........NOT TOO AMAZING! 😁...........buy really nice.
You are amazing. You’re an absolute workhorse. After watching you life discovered how terribly lazy I really am. Mama card… Watching paint dry and sending… Well she sits on her bum.
Hi guys. Aslong as no one including Pablo didn't get hurt. Sanding sucks!!! Haha. But as you said it's really time consuming and that's why panel beaters charge a arm ,leg and your soul. You are doing a awesome job and my daughter and I are glad that you are ok. Fiona my daughter and Sue say hello to you and your wife. Keep going Brent. You will finally get there bud. Take care guys. Kindly Jeff. NZ.😊
Digging how nice it is Thanks for sharing
Excellent video Brent :) 1949 GMC truck coupe car to also take time fixing up to and hopefully looking nice on all repairs to do up ! I know take lots hours get this far and not easy on the preparations ! Take time and planning too! I done my shared work in bodywork lots vechiles!
Interface pad is a thick pad you put on your sander then sandpaper
Yes look what you started with most people would wack away it your master piece sir Brent and it looks very good no matter what people will still fined something even though they trade in there Toyota every three years.Well done sir Brent
Brent I'm like you I love being creative in kustom building but hate the finish bodywork. You need a pneumatic sanding board, it'll save you a lot of time.
A two fold problem is if fixed like a make it new again, your weather and roads will kill it anyway. That said, as I see it, replacing panels or doing some replacement panels would be easier to do than sand for a week on a project. Ryders spoiled to the max or if he worked on his four wheeler in a outdoor space in the weather, maybe that tiny shop with extension cords for power might just make a engine last a touch longer. I spoiled my kids so does it really harm anything but his pocket book. The 56 buick will probably be a long time before visited by Ryder. Its not high on his priority list as being too young to still drive on the highways that I question if any law exists anywho. Looking forwards to seeing it in colors and a top that might just make the build super cool
Nice fix Brent!
Coming along well Brent after a Little setback
Thanks for sharing 😀👍
Really coming together Brent. Love this truck. Your Bobo less now lol
you could add more resin to bondo to make it super smooth or get good fillable primer and dip finger for tiny pin holes
Your boo boo wasn't that bad. Awesome video thanks as always Brent. You are really awesome
👍🏼 👍🏼 car show ready
Boy my pick of the grill looks great
I wonder how a Halfass Logo would look on that front hood area? :)
39:20 I would like another Hot Rod. Love the early 30s.
May I make a suggestion? Once in a while put up a still frame of where you started. Not only does this give the viewer a reference point. It allows them the opportunity to admire your hard work and vision.
Looking good body work does suck but it’s worth it in the end
It wasn't a mistake, Brent...It was a "Happy Accident".😂
Yeah I've done it but it pays off at the end you do beautiful work
Mr, Brent, thank you for fixing my pain. Seeing that fender damage was painful to watch. It was the same as the recent ear slicing.
It's looking good
With that being convertible, you don’t want the exhaust near the cab you want it, outback
Awesome, Perfection too cool.
good work
I like 3M 1131 bondo. It's like a finish bondo and doesn't leave pinholes
It is tough to be honest it’s all tough I hate pulling parts on and off to replace floors and braces but that’s what it takes and when your finished you set and remember all the work
Yes you fixed that part Peace out
Just a couple of good tunes later and it's back on its way to being a cool looking GMC hotrod truck 👌
I used to do muscle cars back when I was younger but I've grown to appreciate the ratrod, I'm still in between with what I call a not-rod because it's still not slick enough to be considered hot but it's a little better than total rat 😂😂
Back in the early 1970's, I worked in a mechanics garage repairing cars. The garage was rented on the land of a car body shop which specialised in Rolls Royce and top marque Citroen body repairs. When we were short of work (my bnoss and I) we helped out in the body shop rubbing down the body work on the cars. They used Stopper (a brown stuff) which I suppose is called Putty now-a-days, Easier to sand down than filler. I used to watch the body repairers prepare some cars while I was on a break .They had thick primer and painted on with a brush and then wiped the side of their palm over it which spread it and dried it quicker. Never did know how that worked, but the primer just needed a slight rubbing down and then it was the rest of the primers before the colour coats. I have hated bodywork ever since those days. I just prefered spanner work.