Hey there Mitch, Wow ... yep it went from "No way!" to "ya it's a car" in no time! A little nip and tuck and glue and clamp ... good to go! And yeah, I need to check out that diy glue gun! Take care, Dan
Another great video Mitch , you sure show patience fitting those quarters .You are going to have this 67 convertible finished in record time . Have you heard from any customers that have taken delivery ? How bout your neighbor , how is he coming along with his project ?
Hey Bob thanks. You definitely need to take your time with these panels. They can be frustrating and when you think they fit perfect you can always refine them more. The more work that goes into it the better the end result. I’ll have to make an update video on projects from the past. A few of them are done but most are still being worked on. Overkill is currently waiting for the engine. Once he gets that back they are going to get going on the body. I’m excited to see that one come together.
Like most people I've been hypnotized by the 63Split. But after watching this channel for a year or so I think I would go with a roadster project. 65-67, I actually have ZERO skills doing this type of work but Mitch makes it look possible.
Thanks for watching! I like them all. They all have their own identity and are all cool in their own way. My dad’s 65 roadster was the first car we restored so I will always like those cars.
I never cease to be amazed at how much content you have been able to produce from a Corvette platform that enjoyed an all too brief four year production run, especially when contrasted with the C3's Methuselah like fourteen year production run. Thank you for another great video
They made about 100,000 63-67 corvettes so even though it was a short duration. They made more in 5 years than the C1 did in 9 years. Just when I think the projects dry up many more surface. There are still hundreds waiting to be saved.
@@MidYearMitch the glueing is very intimidating, I guess you’re using the original chassis as a jig (smart). I believe the best set up is just going with the Roadster Shop frame for a solid handling and durable platform build. Good choice!
Gluing can be intimidating. It’s not as bad if you plan everything out. You test fit your parts. You stage all your clamps. And you make sure you have enough glue. I like using glue with a 90 minute working time. It may take 15 minutes to put glue on a big panel. 5 minutes to get it clamped. 15 minutes to fine tune it and smooth all the seams. Then you still have time to triple check everything. If you trust your process and you practice clamping the panel you should be fine. Yes I use a stock chassis as my jig to build the back half of the body. The car will live on a roadster shop chassis. It’s going to be a stunner when it’s done.
I like your hand and eye quardination when using the grinder and vacuum hose. If I did that I'm thinking the grinder would bounce. Alot. It's going to be interesting watching that floor go in, will it go in from the top, or will it go in from the bottom? We will have to wait and see. Have fun.
It’s definitely an acquired skill. It’s worth it though because it cuts down on the amount of dust in the shop. It’s still dirty in the shop but it certainly helps. I think it goes in from the inside of the car. But we will all find out! Haha take it easy Jim.
That’s a cheap shop vac that I got at tractor supply. I’ve had it for 2-3 years. I’ve been using it since we got the bigger shop which was when I started the field find split project. I use a bag and I also put a filter sock on the motor to keep dust out. I run compressed air through the head every once and awhile to clear the dust out of the brushes in the motor. It’s a good little dude.
Hey there Mitch,
Wow ... yep it went from "No way!" to "ya it's a car" in no time! A little nip and tuck and glue and clamp ... good to go!
And yeah, I need to check out that diy glue gun!
Take care,
Dan
Hey thanks Dan. It came a long way in a short period of time. Take it easy!
Another great video Mitch , you sure show patience fitting those quarters .You are going to have this 67 convertible finished in record time . Have you heard from any customers that have taken delivery ? How bout your neighbor , how is he coming along with his project ?
Hey Bob thanks. You definitely need to take your time with these panels. They can be frustrating and when you think they fit perfect you can always refine them more. The more work that goes into it the better the end result. I’ll have to make an update video on projects from the past. A few of them are done but most are still being worked on. Overkill is currently waiting for the engine. Once he gets that back they are going to get going on the body. I’m excited to see that one come together.
Like most people I've been hypnotized by the 63Split. But after watching this channel for a year or so I think I would go with a roadster project. 65-67, I actually have ZERO skills doing this type of work but Mitch makes it look possible.
Thanks for watching! I like them all. They all have their own identity and are all cool in their own way. My dad’s 65 roadster was the first car we restored so I will always like those cars.
I never cease to be amazed at how much content you have been able to produce from a Corvette platform that enjoyed an all too brief four year production run, especially when contrasted with the C3's Methuselah like fourteen year production run. Thank you for another great video
They made about 100,000 63-67 corvettes so even though it was a short duration. They made more in 5 years than the C1 did in 9 years. Just when I think the projects dry up many more surface. There are still hundreds waiting to be saved.
Another Corvette looking like it gets another chance to be on the road. Nice work!
That’s what I try to do. Giving these forgotten cars another shot.
Nice work Mitch!
Thanks Don!
Some company should make a 1/16th scale MidYear Vette that goes together like the real car with bonding strips and all!
My friend that is a fantastic idea. I would buy that. That would be fun.
would it be big enough to get in and drive?
That would be fun.
@@jasmith1867 That is what Mitch is doing ,LOL, he makes it look easy but it is not.
Thanks for bringing them back from the graveyard!
Absolutely! It feels great to save these old neglected Vettes.
@@MidYearMitch the glueing is very intimidating, I guess you’re using the original chassis as a jig (smart). I believe the best set up is just going with the Roadster Shop frame for a solid handling and durable platform build. Good choice!
Gluing can be intimidating. It’s not as bad if you plan everything out. You test fit your parts. You stage all your clamps. And you make sure you have enough glue. I like using glue with a 90 minute working time. It may take 15 minutes to put glue on a big panel. 5 minutes to get it clamped. 15 minutes to fine tune it and smooth all the seams. Then you still have time to triple check everything. If you trust your process and you practice clamping the panel you should be fine.
Yes I use a stock chassis as my jig to build the back half of the body. The car will live on a roadster shop chassis. It’s going to be a stunner when it’s done.
Awesome skills and work.
Thank you so much! I try to build the best cars I can.
Ahh the MIdgermich channel .
like 11 !
Thanks for the support!
I like your hand and eye quardination when using the grinder and vacuum hose. If I did that I'm thinking the grinder would bounce. Alot. It's going to be interesting watching that floor go in, will it go in from the top, or will it go in from the bottom? We will have to wait and see. Have fun.
It’s definitely an acquired skill. It’s worth it though because it cuts down on the amount of dust in the shop. It’s still dirty in the shop but it certainly helps.
I think it goes in from the inside of the car. But we will all find out! Haha take it easy Jim.
Great job. How long does you vac last? Do yes a filter bag?
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That’s a cheap shop vac that I got at tractor supply. I’ve had it for 2-3 years. I’ve been using it since we got the bigger shop which was when I started the field find split project. I use a bag and I also put a filter sock on the motor to keep dust out. I run compressed air through the head every once and awhile to clear the dust out of the brushes in the motor. It’s a good little dude.