Fender Reshaping for Proper Fit - GTO RestoMod (Ep 52)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2024
- Today we are once again fixing a factory mistake. This time it is the front fenders on the GTO build. GM A Body front fenders in this era simply do not fit correctly and need to be stretched to go on with a bunch of shims so we are going to fix that. We will be matching the fenders to the doors for a smooth transition and great look.
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My admiration for analytical approach to solving problems increases with each video.
Thanks Lyle, jumped before I looked carefully when I was a youngster doing this stuff so I learned the hard way.
Amazing work Mark. I learn so much from your "real" videos. Thank you for your time.
Thanks, it is getting very real having to rework factory undamaged parts just to get them looking nice
Perfect timing on this video. I've been putting off gapping the fenders for about 2 months now, and I have to just bite the bullet and get it done. I know watching your technique will pay off big time because my fenders fit like hot garbage!
Thanks David, I am glad I could pave the way a little for you. You are right these things fit horribly. Once Ruby is on the chassis I will do more work on the mounting tabs as well.
Really enjoyed this video Mark. Super satisfying to watch you solve these problems. Ruby is going to be beautiful!
Put the engine in the ‘49 today.
Once I clean up the shop I’ll take some photos and send them over.
Thanks Robert, feels good to get some of this stuff behind me.
Yes please get me pics when you can. I can't wait to see them. Well done!
I enjoy watching your brain storming and unique use of tools!
Thanks Matt, we didn't have a lot growing up so we made do. Seems I am still doing that.
Way to tackle the job Mark! You think your way through everything and it always wins in the end. I was wondering when you were going to make some relief cuts in your braces? 😄Worked out great for you.
I see there is a ton of work to make a show car. You will be so proud of your work in the end!
Thanks Doug, I was resisting making the cuts as it can spring on you if there is a lot of built in stress. In this case laying on the rack it was fine.
I have high expectations for Ruby, hope I can meet them.
Excellent explanation. Keep the good stuff coming!!
@@roym.9875 Thanks Roy. Been fighting those fenders for years and finally did something about it.
@@FoothillPaintandFabrication I'm working on a 73 Firebird Formula 400. I have front fender patch panels to weld in; new door skins to install, then align all the panels just like what you're doing here. This isa great tutorial on how to align panels.
@@roym.9875 Thanks Roy, I hope it is of some help to you. I am actually on the look out for a 70-71 Formula 400 myself for my next project. Looked at few but they think they are worth way to much. I will find one sooner or later.
Fine job! 👍
Thank you, I appreciate that. Should save a lot of time later on.
Great work!
Thanks David, I appreciate that very much.
Another great video Mark, I really enjoy watching and learning from you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
@@stevebeard3527 Thanks Steve, I kind of learned as I went on this one. Never had to reshape a panel that much to get it to fit properly.
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Thanks Doug, I am trying my best.
You are spending alot of time fitting this fender to a door lip that you said was curled in and will be fixing later
Very true. The door lip is down very lightly so I used a straight edge to bridge the bad lip to get the fender shape. After all I want the overall door and fender to be the same shape, not just where they meet at the gap. Still work to be done for sure.