I am genuinely impressed by your work. At 42 years old, I've always seen mechanics as rough, tough, and gritty individuals. Yet, watching your videos has completely shattered that dichotomy. The skillful craftsmanship you display in your restorations is nothing short of remarkable. But what truly captivates me is the sensitivity and finesse with which you film and edit your content. The attention to detail, the quality of the shots, and the overall production value are astounding. You manage to blend the ruggedness of a mechanic's world with the artistry of a filmmaker seamlessly. It's a unique combination that not only showcases your exceptional talent but also challenges the stereotypical image of what it means to be a mechanic. Keep up the incredible work. Your channel is a testament to the fact that true artistry knows no boundaries.
@ramblerandy2397 I assure you that my thoughts and words were entirely my own. It seems we both share a deep admiration for Simon's remarkable work and craftsmanship.
@@GabyGonzalez2012 Yep, don't doubt it. It's clear Simon has a real talent for film making. He also knows his mechanics and fabrication very well, and his mastership of imagery, film making and editing, makes for a very satisfying watch. Even more remarkable that there is no dialogue to string us along.
For real. I’m usually one to do it the right way, however I’ll bet ya that fiberglass repair lasted so long for how cheap and quick it was to do. Maybe I’ll try it sometime 😂
As usual, the fab work and repairs are top drawer. They always are. But 2 things that really meant something to me were these. First, watching the car you saved rolling down the road with its new owner. The possibilities of new adventures, for the car and its owner, and a new life for a classic car. Second was when you were rolling to the parts store and changing tapes in the under-dash cassette deck. For me, the 70's were about pumping 25 cent gas in a small town gas station, trying to find parts to keep my car running, and looking in the mailbox expecting to find a draft notice. But through everything I always had my car and my music. That scene in your video brought back a whole bunch of memories. For that, I thank you.
Another video on the F250! I love your cinematography and mechanical skill. Top two combo we don't see often. As someone who own mostly trucks, this series is my fav.
There’s just something special about an old car that you’ve done the work on to keep it running. In a disposable world it’s nice to keep the oldies alive. Also your cat is adorable.
Семён, это самые интересные видео во всем Ютубе. Твои видео вдохновляют на изменение своего автомобиля. Если есть желание и немного возможностей, то все под силу сделать или исправить самому. Спасибо тебе парень, ты просто красавчик!
Dude the way you film things- like the welding, is amazing. I appreciate everything you do from fixing, maintaining and restoring to tell a story so naturally. Your trucks/card are so much cooler than anything out there being sold for 100K.
Yo no hablo inglés pero te deseo un gran año a ti y tu canal Siempre tus videos me alegran las tardes con un cafecito Que te vaya muy bien muchacho Yo tengo 70 años Saludos desde Ciudad de México
bow down to this skilled young man! again, no boring music, no boring comments, just a man and his old car. Keep on going this way! greetings from France!
@@SimonFordman maybe those wheel wells? such a Minnesota truck lol, I guess in addition to the salt we have, the pockets above pack with sand and dirt and hold moisture against the sides. great work so far..
Another great video! My favorite is the '62 Galaxie, as alot of folks have said, there's just something so pleasing to the senses watching these. Here's to many more!!❤
The welding service is carried out with care and precision. Congratulations on your effort in doing a good job. I liked the correction using the kitten photo, a special and clever touch😺
Man, when I saw the size of that LMC Truck box, I knew this was gonna be good! So happy to see the F-250 keep going! Pretty soon, it’s gonna be a full-on restoration!
Simon I watch a lot of youtubers I like what you're doing you're one of my favorite ones keep up the good work an don't change your format I like the no talking just straight to work an figure it out love it
In addition, I am so glad you are repairing your F-250! A good Truck! Worthy of repair! Love the older trucks with the old fashioned 4X4 lever and its rugged, honest appeal!
Looks like Mr. Fordman needs an air hammer !!! You’d fly through this stuff !!! And always use the whole replacement panel !!! It’s new metal that’s never been compromised !!! Excellent work sir !!!
Hi Simon, I remember you mentioning to me about the fiberglass patches on the floor of the truck when I commented on the Gran Torino floor repairs. I have been looking forward to seeing you properly repair your truck. The big six engines are the best! I find your videos very informative and very calming for me to watch, I am on the spectrum and I am very shape and sound motivated, and enjoy seeing the silent hands on. One of my favorite channels to visit, thanks! By the way, thank you for always showing your cats! We have a senior cat, and she knows when I am getting overwhelmed, cats are amazing, she will lay down on me and purr so loud! Best regards!
I bought an 85 a few months ago with pretty much the same rust problems as this one, id like to replace the floor panels like this but ive only used a welder once 😅
I like seeing pristine western cars as much as the next guy, but this is MUCH more relatable as a Wisconsin resident… this is definitely my new favorite channel
Hi Simon Nice to see a new video of you again. I'm also a mechanic and I've seen all your videos - great! I especially like your approach to the problems and especially the one with basic tools. I think that's really good!! Best regards from Germany.
"Fascinated. That's how I can describe my feelings while watching your work. I confess that I used to think of mechanics as purely practical, crude creatures, prone to hard work without a shadow of grace. But you... you reveal a different nature of craft. In your hands, metal doesn't just yield, it obeys, finding new life with a rare taste for perfection. Every movement, every detail is like a carefully thought-out dish, where there is no room for chance. But what really amazes is the subtlety with which you demonstrate the process. The composition of your shots, the smoothness of the editing... This is not just work, this is art in its purest form. The combination of severity and aesthetics that you embody destroys archaic notions about your craft. Go on. I am curious to what heights someone who is so skillful with his tools can rise. Sincerely yours, Hannibal Lecter.
I'm in the middle of doing the same repairs on my F350, so it's cool to see how you're doing things. Luckily most of my rot was in the rocker panel area, but it's sad because my truck lived in Florida it's entire life, so the cause was the previous owners. They tack welded patches over the rust and those patches trapped dirt and moisture which rotted out the rockers even worse than they originally were. I've finished the passenger side, and I'm now working on the driver's side. I'd much rather deal with the crappy sheet metal patches that were done on my truck than the fiberglass job they did on yours. To those watching who have similar trucks, be very weary of the sheet metal from LMC, NPD, and Ebay. I bought a rocker from NPD (Made in Taiwan), and the sheet metal was way too thin for my liking. I bought everything else I needed from Tabco, and man is their stuff incredible. The gauge of the metal matched the OEM stuff, and the panels are cut and stamped in the USA. I feel way better about what I bought from Tabco. If you need/want to make your own patch panels, go to the junkyard and buy a door so you can make patches out of the OEM gauge steel. That's what I'm using for the areas they don't make patch panels for. Just be sure the junkyard door isn't a cheap replacement or full of Bondo.
Love that you're doing this with a flux core HF welder. Tbh, a Weld is a Weld is a Weld...all this talk about MIG and TIG...YES...they're superior and cleaner BUT for most people, we ain't got space to store gas bottles, ain't got a means to recharge gas bottles, ain't got a way of safely moving gas bottles around and gas is damn expensive. So good on ya showing how good these little welders are...bitta grinding and you'd never know they were there
Looks amazing, repairing and replacing sheet metal is not easy. One trick I learned doin seam sealer is to use a plastic spoon to get a nice radius, you can also use it to scoop up any large amounts left over. Keep up the great content. Wishing you the best on all your projects
I’ll be honest. Last night I was watching this, I ended up falling asleep to it. (Very relaxing) I woke up this morning and was like “what else to do but rewatch the video?” So I re watched. Amazing, Amazing work my man! That ford is looking better and better by the video! Keep them coming! Can’t wait for more!
Another top-notch video, thank you Simon. You really have a talent for making films and videos. It's relaxing for me to watch you. Without chatter and music 👍🙏
Very good video. Sometimes the only way to be able to afford to fix something is to do it yourself, this video is a good example. thanks for the watch.
You give me hope for the future. Having young people like yourself who developed hands on skills and knowledge. This is how many of the Greatest Generation were.
I agree Joel; and many put those abilities to good use most of their lives. Thing is, they were known for far more than their mechanical skills; they were also known as "The Greatest Generation" because of their beliefs/faith in Christ, their strong work ethic, commitment to duty and personal responsibility, not to mention, patriotism, honor, values, and a sense of sacrifice. Sadly, there's not much of a desire for these things today-something the news reflects.
Well done SimonFordman, well done!! I come for the story, return for the vibe. Your mechanical skills are fantastic, and the video and editing is par excellence. Thank you for all the effort you put into sharing the ride.
Nice work making and fitting in all those small curved and angled floor/frame pieces! Must be a life long Minnesota truck! What you’ve done should extend the life of your truck quite a few years. Great Job and thanks for the ride!
Your video gave me a flashback when I lodged my '83 Grand Prix up huge snow bank. Hadn't thought of that in years. Great work on your truck and video, Simon.
Simon, you are a genius! I love that truck. I saw Derek from VGG put a sniper on the 300 and twin manifolds for dual exhausts. Another put a turbo on the 300. I very much enjoy your content. Great work.
Simply impeccable content, great video quality and great mechanical skills. It would be interesting to see him restore an old truck like a Peterbilt or a Kenworth.
Always looking forward to your next Movie, gives me courage to my Jeep (US Model) Cherokee xj 87` Projekt. changed the whole front axle without lifting platform last summer in Czech Republic, step for step and it worked, also thanks to your suggestions, and a few rust holes don’t scares me anymore 😊
"My Friend Pete" @ DIY Auto School says patch panels will always be a little off because the automobile manufacturers trademark their stuff and an exact match would cause trademark issues. So you can count on them being not quite perfect
i had a job like this on a 91 f-250 and was helping my dad do it, and now i want to do it with my truck as it needs it on the passenger side. love these videos also
Hi Simon, I discovered your videos a week ago and I never tire of watching them. I can only imagine the time you must spend setting up your camera and editing. The result is of great quality, both in terms of the mechanics and the shots. Bravo and all the best, and a big hello from France.
Nice job! I’m always amazed at the general flimsiness of how some vehicles are made but somehow they hold together even when they are halfway rotted through.
Simon, you need a leaf blower. Your air hose is like a toy. Love your channel, keep up the great work. I used to clean my work truck with a leaf blower, it works fine.
Just wanted to let you know that the putty at 36:48 is actually called seam sealer and it is used to seal waters and the elements from trying to enter the vehicle. Also I believe that it is also used to fill in any small holes or voids from the welding process of connecting the panels together. Hope this information is helpful. Great job on the truck so far!
Love your stuff man. At 56 I got my first F150 and preceded to get it stuck on the same day I picked it up. Basically doing what you did. Just love your vids.🏍️🇨🇦
It's probably already been said in the comments somewhere, but when the truck gets stuck like that, try setting the parking brake a little or hit your brakes some to fool the open rear end into sending the power to the tire that has traction. It seemed to work for me back in the day. Good video!
Quality work. Thorough attention to detail at every step. I love the audio and visual ASMR quality of the presentation of the process. I love the sounds of the boxes of parts being opened and the sound of the cardboard and plastic wrapping, grinders, spray cans spraying. Another masterpiece.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This guy should be a teacher in a school shop class. I dont think that theres anything that he cant do. His videos are so interesting, that a 90 minute video seems like 10 minutes. I also like the way he treats his adorable little cat like its his child
This cant get any better. No blabbing, no welcome back to the channel, just right to work. dont change the format
And no 45-second intro.
He's only said 1 word since day one...perfect😂
SMAAAAAASH that like and subscribe button!!!!
I concur
absolutely.
I am genuinely impressed by your work. At 42 years old, I've always seen mechanics as rough, tough, and gritty individuals. Yet, watching your videos has completely shattered that dichotomy. The skillful craftsmanship you display in your restorations is nothing short of remarkable. But what truly captivates me is the sensitivity and finesse with which you film and edit your content. The attention to detail, the quality of the shots, and the overall production value are astounding. You manage to blend the ruggedness of a mechanic's world with the artistry of a filmmaker seamlessly. It's a unique combination that not only showcases your exceptional talent but also challenges the stereotypical image of what it means to be a mechanic. Keep up the incredible work. Your channel is a testament to the fact that true artistry knows no boundaries.
Said pretty much exactly the same myself on watching previous examples of Simon's work.
@ramblerandy2397 I assure you that my thoughts and words were entirely my own. It seems we both share a deep admiration for Simon's remarkable work and craftsmanship.
Well said!👍.
@@GabyGonzalez2012 Yep, don't doubt it. It's clear Simon has a real talent for film making. He also knows his mechanics and fabrication very well, and his mastership of imagery, film making and editing, makes for a very satisfying watch. Even more remarkable that there is no dialogue to string us along.
Simon gets goes off-roading in a parking lot to prove the limits of 4WD.
Nice to see rust repair done correctly and not using license plates! Nice 👍🏼
Right? Thank you
@@SimonFordmanbei der Kiste kann man alles machen , MHD abgelaufen, mit dem Ding mal irgendwo gegen fahren,, fällt Ford auseinander
Wait I thought farm-all fiberglass was the correct way?
@@SimonFordman Симон, молодец! Россия смотрит. Продолжай в том же духе. Удачи, парень! ✊ 🤝
however one can use the holes to icefish out of the cab of the truck on the lake!
Simon doing his thing and providing top notch Friday evening entertainment. Keep up the good work, Sir.
I agree sir , love his content and the filming , much love from across the pond .
Happy new year to all!
❤❤❤ happy new year to you too
Happy New Year!
Feliz año nuevo
Cheers from North Texas 🎉
Gotta say whoever did that fibreglass job on the floor made danged good job of it.
For real. I’m usually one to do it the right way, however I’ll bet ya that fiberglass repair lasted so long for how cheap and quick it was to do. Maybe I’ll try it sometime 😂
As usual, the fab work and repairs are top drawer. They always are. But 2 things that really meant something to me were these. First, watching the car you saved rolling down the road with its new owner. The possibilities of new adventures, for the car and its owner, and a new life for a classic car. Second was when you were rolling to the parts store and changing tapes in the under-dash cassette deck. For me, the 70's were about pumping 25 cent gas in a small town gas station, trying to find parts to keep my car running, and looking in the mailbox expecting to find a draft notice. But through everything I always had my car and my music. That scene in your video brought back a whole bunch of memories. For that, I thank you.
Thanks for sharing your experience, that's really interesting for me to hear.
Thanks for sharing your wonderful testimony 🎉
I’ve never seen fibreglass on floors. Looks like it did it’s job. Then Simon went ahead and resurrected this truck from the dead! Time to do it right!
I do not know what kind of men is doing such a thing??? GFK to cover rust??? Don´t you know how to weld or what???Insane
@@stevehislop specially when sheet metal welding is so easy..
@@wilska8835 Exactly.
@@stevehislop Weight Reduction. . .
Another video on the F250! I love your cinematography and mechanical skill. Top two combo we don't see often. As someone who own mostly trucks, this series is my fav.
I’m diggin the real deal repairs. No shortcuts. Just doing what needs done, nothing fancy or crazy. Excellent!
There’s just something special about an old car that you’ve done the work on to keep it running. In a disposable world it’s nice to keep the oldies alive. Also your cat is adorable.
I have known people with far more resources get a lot less done. That was impressive. thank you for filming that.
Семён, это самые интересные видео во всем Ютубе. Твои видео вдохновляют на изменение своего автомобиля. Если есть желание и немного возможностей, то все под силу сделать или исправить самому. Спасибо тебе парень, ты просто красавчик!
😂😂😂 Semen blyeaaa
ахахах Семён
Сайман! По русски он будет Семен Волгавод
Сёма элита!)
@@MrDyrka СёмаГАЗлайтер)))
Dude the way you film things- like the welding, is amazing. I appreciate everything you do from fixing, maintaining and restoring to tell a story so naturally.
Your trucks/card are so much cooler than anything out there being sold for 100K.
Glad to hear that, thank you!
Yo no hablo inglés pero te deseo un gran año a ti y tu canal
Siempre tus videos me alegran las tardes con un cafecito
Que te vaya muy bien muchacho
Yo tengo 70 años
Saludos desde Ciudad de México
ちなみに私は60歳、頑張れ少年に共感します。一緒に応援しよう❤
bow down to this skilled young man! again, no boring music, no boring comments, just a man and his old car. Keep on going this way! greetings from France!
These are things that no one notices, but the car is grateful. Very good, kid.
I think we need a full restoration series on the F250
I suppose that's the goal. I like being able to sprinkle in these videos on it and eventually it may get to that point.
@@SimonFordman maybe those wheel wells? such a Minnesota truck lol, I guess in addition to the salt we have, the pockets above pack with sand and dirt and hold moisture against the sides. great work so far..
Das Loch am Innenholm mit dem Bild seiner Katze zu verschließen ,einfach genial😊
Super Job Simon 😊
Love how he avoids all the keyboard warriors by just not talking. And also stupendous cinematography. Also, i love fords.
Another great video! My favorite is the '62 Galaxie, as alot of folks have said, there's just something so pleasing to the senses watching these. Here's to many more!!❤
The welding service is carried out with care and precision. Congratulations on your effort in doing a good job. I liked the correction using the kitten photo, a special and clever touch😺
Man, when I saw the size of that LMC Truck box, I knew this was gonna be good! So happy to see the F-250 keep going! Pretty soon, it’s gonna be a full-on restoration!
The Ford Torino looks fantastic.
Great motor sound.
Thanks from Brasil.
I have an old 95 f250 that isnt really worth fixing but watching these videos gets me excited to work on it. Thanks!
Simon I watch a lot of youtubers I like what you're doing you're one of my favorite ones keep up the good work an don't change your format I like the no talking just straight to work an figure it out love it
In addition, I am so glad you are repairing your F-250! A good Truck! Worthy of repair! Love the older trucks with the old fashioned 4X4 lever and its rugged, honest appeal!
You call it repair? It is only masking the dead, retired, worthless crap....
Looks like Mr. Fordman needs an air hammer !!! You’d fly through this stuff !!! And always use the whole replacement panel !!! It’s new metal that’s never been compromised !!! Excellent work sir !!!
Well, this proves that some types of floor repairs are more permanent than others! 😂. Simon, thanks for another great video.
Hi Simon, I remember you mentioning to me about the fiberglass patches on the floor of the truck when I commented on the Gran Torino floor repairs. I have been looking forward to seeing you properly repair your truck. The big six engines are the best! I find your videos very informative and very calming for me to watch, I am on the spectrum and I am very shape and sound motivated, and enjoy seeing the silent hands on. One of my favorite channels to visit, thanks! By the way, thank you for always showing your cats! We have a senior cat, and she knows when I am getting overwhelmed, cats are amazing, she will lay down on me and purr so loud! Best regards!
Cats are amazing, agreed. Glad to hear you're enjoying the videos.
Love the video’s- I have a 1989 Ford f-250 4x4 and wish I had your skills to do minor rust repairs.
I bought an 85 a few months ago with pretty much the same rust problems as this one, id like to replace the floor panels like this but ive only used a welder once 😅
Great to see you’re giving the old girl some love. Earlier this year I did the same for my 65 F100.
Greetings from Kazakhstan, glad to see the new video
I like seeing pristine western cars as much as the next guy, but this is MUCH more relatable as a Wisconsin resident… this is definitely my new favorite channel
Hi Simon
Nice to see a new video of you again. I'm also a mechanic and I've seen all your videos - great! I especially like your approach to the problems and especially the one with basic tools.
I think that's really good!!
Best regards from Germany.
Мужик, ты прямо поддерживаешь мою веру!! Можно починить все что угодно и при этом своими руками и небольшого количества инструмента!😊
Без мам, пап и смс 😂
Было бы желание, лишнее время, небольшие навыки.
Ну и техника.. у нас с уазиком смысла нет так возиться- на выходе получится.. оно..)
Another top video from a top bloke! Your videos have taught this tomboy more than you'll ever know. Cheers from the UK.
1:16:30 My favorite part of video Super Seal anti corrosion protection. Obviously didn’t stop rust.
Great video!
Thanks. Yea, always thought that sticker was hilarious
These welding shots are something else. Bravo.
"Fascinated. That's how I can describe my feelings while watching your work. I confess that I used to think of mechanics as purely practical, crude creatures, prone to hard work without a shadow of grace. But you... you reveal a different nature of craft. In your hands, metal doesn't just yield, it obeys, finding new life with a rare taste for perfection. Every movement, every detail is like a carefully thought-out dish, where there is no room for chance.
But what really amazes is the subtlety with which you demonstrate the process. The composition of your shots, the smoothness of the editing... This is not just work, this is art in its purest form. The combination of severity and aesthetics that you embody destroys archaic notions about your craft.
Go on. I am curious to what heights someone who is so skillful with his tools can rise.
Sincerely yours,
Hannibal Lecter.
I'm in the middle of doing the same repairs on my F350, so it's cool to see how you're doing things. Luckily most of my rot was in the rocker panel area, but it's sad because my truck lived in Florida it's entire life, so the cause was the previous owners. They tack welded patches over the rust and those patches trapped dirt and moisture which rotted out the rockers even worse than they originally were. I've finished the passenger side, and I'm now working on the driver's side. I'd much rather deal with the crappy sheet metal patches that were done on my truck than the fiberglass job they did on yours.
To those watching who have similar trucks, be very weary of the sheet metal from LMC, NPD, and Ebay. I bought a rocker from NPD (Made in Taiwan), and the sheet metal was way too thin for my liking. I bought everything else I needed from Tabco, and man is their stuff incredible. The gauge of the metal matched the OEM stuff, and the panels are cut and stamped in the USA. I feel way better about what I bought from Tabco. If you need/want to make your own patch panels, go to the junkyard and buy a door so you can make patches out of the OEM gauge steel. That's what I'm using for the areas they don't make patch panels for. Just be sure the junkyard door isn't a cheap replacement or full of Bondo.
Hands down and appreciate the efforts and time given, anyway, thanks from Libya 🇱🇾 😊
HI SIMON,REMINDS ME OF THE HOURS I SPENT WELDING MY E30 325I END OF LAST YEAR LOL
Ah yes, BMW rust. I've been there too.
Thanks for using the dark filter on welds. Very considerate of your viewers.
Your channel blew up fast. Congrats on 150k subs simon.
As he deserves!
Thanks!
Love that you're doing this with a flux core HF welder. Tbh, a Weld is a Weld is a Weld...all this talk about MIG and TIG...YES...they're superior and cleaner BUT for most people, we ain't got space to store gas bottles, ain't got a means to recharge gas bottles, ain't got a way of safely moving gas bottles around and gas is damn expensive. So good on ya showing how good these little welders are...bitta grinding and you'd never know they were there
Great job and it's good that there's no talking and no music.
Looks amazing, repairing and replacing sheet metal is not easy. One trick I learned doin seam sealer is to use a plastic spoon to get a nice radius, you can also use it to scoop up any large amounts left over. Keep up the great content. Wishing you the best on all your projects
little bit late, but anyway, happy new year! Thank you for all your videos and art that you made! 🎉💜
I’ll be honest. Last night I was watching this, I ended up falling asleep to it. (Very relaxing) I woke up this morning and was like “what else to do but rewatch the video?” So I re watched. Amazing, Amazing work my man! That ford is looking better and better by the video! Keep them coming! Can’t wait for more!
Your artistic eye shows in this detailed body work. You make it look so easy.
And another new video from Simon. Better than any Hollywood blockbuster. Simply great.
You're a genius, I wish I'd have 10% of your knowledge and skills. I truly admire you, thanks for sharing!!!
Another top-notch video, thank you Simon. You really have a talent for making films and videos. It's relaxing for me to watch you. Without chatter and music 👍🙏
Very good video. Sometimes the only way to be able to afford to fix something is to do it yourself, this video is a good example. thanks for the watch.
Said it before, Simon has a super documentative style.
Greetings from Natal, Brazil
With the outstanding job you’ve done with this truck basically a bumper to bumper rebuild I’d consider a fresh coat of paint fantastic work Simon 😊
Nice to see You again. Wish You A Happy New Year 🇺🇸👍🥰
I love watching with subtitles on. Wish they were more frequent tbh. Your perspective is valid and wanted. ❤
You give me hope for the future. Having young people like yourself who developed hands on skills and knowledge. This is how many of the Greatest Generation were.
I agree Joel; and many put those abilities to good use most of their lives. Thing is, they were known for far more than their mechanical skills; they were also known as "The Greatest Generation" because of their beliefs/faith in Christ, their strong work ethic, commitment to duty and personal responsibility, not to mention, patriotism, honor, values, and a sense of sacrifice. Sadly, there's not much of a desire for these things today-something the news reflects.
Well done SimonFordman, well done!! I come for the story, return for the vibe. Your mechanical skills are fantastic, and the video and editing is par excellence. Thank you for all the effort you put into sharing the ride.
My day is made, a new video from Simon.
Nice work making and fitting in all those small curved and angled floor/frame pieces! Must be a life long Minnesota truck! What you’ve done should extend the life of your truck quite a few years. Great Job and thanks for the ride!
Man, your welding skills is getting better.
Your video gave me a flashback when I lodged my '83 Grand Prix up huge snow bank. Hadn't thought of that in years. Great work on your truck and video, Simon.
Happy new year! Wooo! Can't imagine the extra effort to film all these steps. Then cutting etc.
Keep it up!
Simon, you are a genius! I love that truck. I saw Derek from VGG put a sniper on the 300 and twin manifolds for dual exhausts. Another put a turbo on the 300. I very much enjoy your content. Great work.
I like this build. Such a usefull and capable vehicle. A real truck that you can take places and do the work.
I've never enjoyed watching the repair of a rusted out vehicle's floorpan as much as this one.
Bravo young man!
After the Torino rust repair and this, I'm a little less intimated by rust now. Thanks.
I feel the same way
Simply impeccable content, great video quality and great mechanical skills.
It would be interesting to see him restore an old truck like a Peterbilt or a Kenworth.
Another great Job in the new year 2025🎉 great Job Simon
Greetings from Germany
Always looking forward to your next Movie, gives me courage to my Jeep (US Model) Cherokee xj 87` Projekt. changed the whole front axle without lifting platform last summer in Czech Republic, step for step and it worked, also thanks to your suggestions, and a few rust holes don’t scares me anymore 😊
the shot of the galaxie pulling to stop was terrific man. Great work as always
A master craftsman at all levels , great work on the floor and rocker panel repairs at a whole new level , great video as always
Amazing work, SimonSpotweldingman, thank you for another great video
Vamos a quitar las imágenes de la nieve, el resto magistral, gracias por otro gran trabajo. 💪💪💪🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸
Happy New Year Simon and as always it's a distinct pleasure to be here.
Прекрасная работа Саймон, смотрел с большим удовольствием, спасибо!!!!
"My Friend Pete" @ DIY Auto School says patch panels will always be a little off because the automobile manufacturers trademark their stuff and an exact match would cause trademark issues. So you can count on them being not quite perfect
Woah, that's interesting to know
Superb skill sets once again, this guy is a one man restoration shop. No filler just action
I wish you were my neighbor or at least friend.....bravo maestro
i had a job like this on a 91 f-250 and was helping my dad do it, and now i want to do it with my truck as it needs it on the passenger side. love these videos also
Good job Simon best wishes from PA USA
Hi Simon, I discovered your videos a week ago and I never tire of watching them. I can only imagine the time you must spend setting up your camera and editing. The result is of great quality, both in terms of the mechanics and the shots.
Bravo and all the best, and a big hello from France.
Can't WAIT for later this evening when I can watch this episode! Best wrenching channel on TH-cam by far, and his subscriber numbers prove that!
"Out of order" sign on the column shifter, epic! I think this is hands down the best editing I ever saw on youtube, period.
Thanks for letting me hang out with you while you work.
Nice job! I’m always amazed at the general flimsiness of how some vehicles are made but somehow they hold together even when they are halfway rotted through.
Simon, you need a leaf blower. Your air hose is like a toy. Love your channel, keep up the great work. I used to clean my work truck with a leaf blower, it works fine.
Just wanted to let you know that the putty at 36:48 is actually called seam sealer and it is used to seal waters and the elements from trying to enter the vehicle. Also I believe that it is also used to fill in any small holes or voids from the welding process of connecting the panels together. Hope this information is helpful. Great job on the truck so far!
nice video, congratulations from Brazil
Love your stuff man. At 56 I got my first F150 and preceded to get it stuck on the same day I picked it up. Basically doing what you did. Just love your vids.🏍️🇨🇦
Simon, thank you for your videos and especially cats. Love both
It's probably already been said in the comments somewhere, but when the truck gets stuck like that, try setting the parking brake a little or hit your brakes some to fool the open rear end into sending the power to the tire that has traction. It seemed to work for me back in the day. Good video!
Good tip, I always forget to try that one
absolute cinema 🙌
Quality work. Thorough attention to detail at every step. I love the audio and visual ASMR quality of the presentation of the process. I love the sounds of the boxes of parts being opened and the sound of the cardboard and plastic wrapping, grinders, spray cans spraying. Another masterpiece.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Simon not letting our Minnesota winters slow him down.
This guy should be a teacher in a school shop class. I dont think that theres anything that he cant do. His videos are so interesting, that a 90 minute video seems like 10 minutes. I also like the way he treats his adorable little cat like its his child