I'm not a big chop fan because they usually take out to much but you made that one look even better than stock. Perfect. And I love your logical approach and explaining the how and why.
I have to agree. In a way this does not looked chopped and the whole look is very subtle. The cab also now looks longer as I think the stock cabs do look a little "sit up and beg" The only thing I wonder about is the height of the rear window as it hasn't been chopped to match the others. I will reserve judgement if its going to be widened and shaped.
Cutting up a great representation of a classic does break my heart but you took a truck that would otherwise have rotted away to nothing and you are making something pretty cool out of it. I love the work that you do. It's looking great.
Really enjoying the Chicken Truck series Kyle... including the music. Your comments in the previous instalment were some of the best words of advice on metalworking that I've ever heard, i.e. "Don't let the metal push you around. It's just a bunch of molecules hanging out - and they're not that smart!" Love it!
I started watching this channel hoping I could learn some hairstyling tips, but I'm retired now and have no need for grooming. That being said, I am enjoying the metal work that goes on in the background of your fashion videos. On a serious note, this project is like going back in time to watch how the guys that invented the process did it. Cheers from the shed
Hey Randahl. I sure lost a lot of viewers when I transitioned from a hair styling channel into a metal repair channel, so I appreciate you sticking around. Actually, a lot of the metal repair tips can still be applied to personal grooming.
Yes it looks natural like that's the way it should have been done out the factory. My Pops 1972 Datsun truck had a factory short top it didn't look high. My Pop's said the reason why they made the tops high on a lot of those 50s on back is because a lot more people wore hats back then.
Great video. And I mean that. You really took the time to explain your thought process. This truck would have been left for dead but your giving it a new life. Looking forward to the next steps in this build. Thanks
Well Kyle, once again a home run. I hate chopped trucks because they just don't look right all smashed down but the thought out way and method you do it makes it look outstanding. Well done and thanks for the education on how to do it correctly.
Not to put too much pressure on you Kyle, but I hit the like button before I watch the video. If someone doesn't like that you chopped the top of the truck, they can always watch the video backwards, and see you raise the roof of the truck. I think that it turned out great.
My wife came up behind me while I was watching this video. She remarked that your jacket looks a lot like one that I used to have. I suspect that she commented just to remind me that she had restored my jacket to usefulness by taking an old horse blanket, doubling it over and sewing it into the big empty area that it had. (Mine had gotten ripped out rather than burned out -- ran afoul of the fan belt on a Cummins diesel. They had to pull me out of that mess with a come-along.) And it's true, she did a very nice job on the jacket. I did not really like wearing it into town after that, but it was a lot warmer. Just thought I'd pass that along. Great videos.
I thought I knew what would be involved with this chop. I was over the top wrong about the work and calculations involved. I can’t wait for the next part, but I guess I will have to utilize some Kyle engineered patience. 👍🐓🚛
Kyle, I love watching you design and work! Wish you lived next door to me, I have a complete 1954 half ton in pieces, hope I live long enough to get it put together and running! 😂 I’m just a beginner.
Wonderful! I hate chops because they look bad but your chop looks better than the original top from GM! I liked how you explained your thought process, envisioning problems so you can avoid them. You are an artist in sheet metal, your show on TH-cam is the best.
Got me on the thumbnail shot! Thought way too much! Then seen you,chopped just enough to line up sides and back window! Always thought that’s how it should have been done! You nailed it! As far as the haters you’ll get,oh it’s a shame that guy cut up an original? I guess you could leave it to rot away,that’s original! Looking forward to another year of tips and tricks!
Kyles "Chicken Truck" no more. What a transition. What a difference a year makes. I am really enjoying this series. I hope you have a very HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR.
Glad you didn’t chop the rear window down to a mail slot. I wonder if the rear window opening for a 55-9 small window GM truck would fit, they seem to have the more tapered sides like you’re talking about. You’re building this truck perfectly. Customizations with class.
The chicken truck in your hands is the dialectic of passivity and action; the specific and universal, and the merging of past and future in the present. Looking forward to more, Happy New Year! 😎👍🎊🎉🎊🛻🏁🏁
Hi Kyle. Thanks for leaving all the detailed explanations in the edit. All the little nuances and subtleties are what makes the difference between a great looking chop and a hack job. Also thanks for not trying to take 7" out of the old thing. All the best for the new year, Kyle, looking forward to what 2024 brings us. Mart.
I wish I would have seen your comment sooner before I went out and chopped it another 7 inches. Looks like I'm going to have to start over with a different cab now! Haha! Happy New Year! I'm looking forward to seeing what goes on in Mart's garage in 2024!
I could tell that at a couple points you were wishing the cats had thumbs! More description is better for me because I then realize there's no way I should ever try something like that!😢 Right now I'm attempting to reconstruct the lower fender supports and fender corners on my 65F350. I'm using the "Fitzzie" method. If you can't afford it, make it yourself. I'll get it close enough that a thin coat of "fairing compound" will get me out of trouble. Thanks for the videos!😊
Well, you do not disappoint.... What a great start. It's looking awesome. We see the vision, I personally like the fact that you took the time to explain why you are doing what you're doing..... Learned a lot as usual. I can't wait for part 2....
You're doing a fine job of giving all things consideration. Unfortunately for me it's usually the thing that prevents me from getting started lol. I appreciate the end result when I finally persuade myself.
Really appreciate you showing how you did this. So many TH-camrs will chop something, but not explain as well as you did how you did it. Looking forward to the next one. I've always wanted to chop something, maybe this will give me the motivation to give it a try.
Looks great Kyle I had no idea it took that much cutting to chop the top of an old vehicle. I always thought you just slice off the top then weld the pieces back together. My car repair knowledge is making stuff work under the car, you have awesome body fabrication powers.
Besides of you being a great craftsman, from who i learn a lot, i also adore your style and Monty Phyton humor ! No fancy workshop, no tatoos or hard-rock music ; love it ! Greatings from Belgium.
This looks great so far! Love how you did the chop on this. Doing it right actually make it look better and like it was meant to be that way. Looking forward to next video
Kyle, I'm enjoying the absolute heck out of this series. I'm so impressed with the amount of planning, skill, and art involved in achieving your vision of how this truck should look! Thanks for taking the time to document it, and explaining all of the details and thinking that's going into it.
I chopped a roof on a 48 Ford cab, but I didn't know what I was doing, wish I had seen your video first, it didn't turn out too bad but it could have been better like this! The 48 was just a rat rod and you can get away with more errors but my next one will be a lot more like what you have done here!! Now that I am retired I will have more time to work on next project once I finish my 78 Scout Terra project and my 78 Toyota FJ 40, if my health holds up I still want to do another Rat Rod, the first one was a good learning project!!!
yes the chop you did actually makes the cab more streamlined but also it is not enough to make it look like a total hack job. In short you did a great job Kyle. Thanks for the video and have a Happy and prosperous New Year.
Your approach to the chop is quite impressive Kyle. I would have thought just cut it down the center, take out the height and add filler pieces to finish. You got ice water running thru them veins!😎
Love the path you're on... obviously lots of thought and research went into it. I have spent a considerable amount of time around the Dream Truck in person and it's inspiration shows in your design. The Dream Truck was originally a project for the top customizers of the 1950s to show off through the pages of Rod and Custom magazine... helped to sell a few extra copies as well. Your approach is right in line with those guys since you said you are going for the most pleasing result as opposed to quick and easy. Love the "Tail Dragger" style!
That chop looks great to my eyes. Around 3" is a good amount to cut on most cars. When ppl go crazy with their angle grinders and saws, the result looks like someone has stepped on the roof. You can doesnt mean you have to. Looking forward to see the next one!
Everyone has their own way of doing things, the final product is all that matters and I think I'd trust your work over the the guy who does it faster, I especially love the way your inner structure is still welded in the factory location without turning the pieces into a multi weld stack, nice work Kyle
I'm not a big chop fan because they usually take out to much but you made that one look even better than stock. Perfect. And I love your logical approach and explaining the how and why.
I have to agree. In a way this does not looked chopped and the whole look is very subtle. The cab also now looks longer as I think the stock cabs do look a little "sit up and beg" The only thing I wonder about is the height of the rear window as it hasn't been chopped to match the others. I will reserve judgement if its going to be widened and shaped.
I'm blown away 🤯, what an artist!
I feel the same way about the back window. I think it needs a bit taken out to match the others.
Agree
your roof cut line = PURE EVIL GENIUS!! Absolutely amazing!
Cutting up a great representation of a classic does break my heart but you took a truck that would otherwise have rotted away to nothing and you are making something pretty cool out of it. I love the work that you do. It's looking great.
Really enjoying the Chicken Truck series Kyle... including the music. Your comments in the previous instalment were some of the best words of advice on metalworking that I've ever heard, i.e. "Don't let the metal push you around. It's just a bunch of molecules hanging out - and they're not that smart!" Love it!
Dude. This thing is sick.
your a lot better at this than you let on , not fooling anybody success for 24
You are a true craftsman!!!
Great video. Chopping tbe doors first is the best way. 60 years ago that is the way we chopped a top. I am 76 years old.
Carter’s: where science and artistry meet and leave no seam. Awesome!
I think the rear window opening fits very nice proportionately, as it is.
I started watching this channel hoping I could learn some hairstyling tips, but I'm retired now and have no need for grooming. That being said, I am enjoying the metal work that goes on in the background of your fashion videos. On a serious note, this project is like going back in time to watch how the guys that invented the process did it. Cheers from the shed
Big Bird will never fit, one side was meant to be higher.
Hey Randahl. I sure lost a lot of viewers when I transitioned from a hair styling channel into a metal repair channel, so I appreciate you sticking around. Actually, a lot of the metal repair tips can still be applied to personal grooming.
😄😄Sounds dangerous!!@@CarterAutoRestyling
The Master Craftsman demonstrated how to make difficult jobs , professionally easier, but extremely accurate . Thanks.
1st Round Ballot Hacksaw Hall of Fame work right there 👊
truck is looking great!
I'm amazed at how well you planned this out and how beautiful it looks! The proportions look so natural.
Thank you!
Yes it looks natural like that's the way it should have been done out the factory.
My Pops 1972 Datsun truck had a factory short top it didn't look high.
My Pop's said the reason why they made the tops high on a lot of those 50s on back is because a lot more people wore hats back then.
@@snoopu2601 Yep, when I lived out west, I heard they made the cabs wider in the late 50s so 3 cowboys could sit side by side with cowboy hats on.
@@torchandhammer lol hee hee that's funny 👍🏽
Maybe the tall T was made for those tall Abraham Lincoln hats?
I defiantly like the way it looks. Your thumb nail got me I thought it looked like a hard hammered chop
Yea! You didn't chop too much. Looks great.
Surprised at how good that chop looks! I tend to be a chop sceptic, but that works.
Great video. And I mean that. You really took the time to explain your thought process. This truck would have been left for dead but your giving it a new life. Looking forward to the next steps in this build. Thanks
You put a lot of thought into planning your cuts Keep up the good work.
You said that you make more work for yourself but in the end it’s actually less. Thanks for sharing.
Well Kyle, once again a home run. I hate chopped trucks because they just don't look right all smashed down but the thought out way and method you do it makes it look outstanding. Well done and thanks for the education on how to do it correctly.
Kyle this has to be the most interesting series I have seen . The cleanest top chop ever on the TH-cam Network
I enjoy that commentary describing all the different angles & measurements so that us ordinary mortals can visualize what you are doing.
Holy crap. Remind me never to try this myself.
Excellent! We've been waiting for this moment.
Not to put too much pressure on you Kyle, but I hit the like button before I watch the video. If someone doesn't like that you chopped the top of the truck, they can always watch the video backwards, and see you raise the roof of the truck. I think that it turned out great.
Looking sick so far man I love it !!
Super job Kyle!
Starting to see your vision on this now. Sometimes doing things the hard way is actually the easier way.
Thank you Travis! The jury is still out on whether or not doing this chop the hard way will be easier in the long run! Haha
Thank you ever so much Kyle and Happy New Year,, 👍🥰👍
My wife came up behind me while I was watching this video. She remarked that your jacket looks a lot like one that I used to have. I suspect that she commented just to remind me that she had restored my jacket to usefulness by taking an old horse blanket, doubling it over and sewing it into the big empty area that it had. (Mine had gotten ripped out rather than burned out -- ran afoul of the fan belt on a Cummins diesel. They had to pull me out of that mess with a come-along.) And it's true, she did a very nice job on the jacket. I did not really like wearing it into town after that, but it was a lot warmer. Just thought I'd pass that along. Great videos.
Haha thanks for the tip!
"I'm in over my head!" Roofs are like that! Can't wait for part 27.
I thought I knew what would be involved with this chop. I was over the top wrong about the work and calculations involved. I can’t wait for the next part, but I guess I will have to utilize some Kyle engineered patience. 👍🐓🚛
I'm probably doing this all the wrong way haha. Time will tell
Outstanding! Can't wait for part 2. Thank You.
Very good teaching and designing!!!!! Enjoying all ur videos.....Thanks Alot !!!!
Very Very nice ❤ you are a master at this
A lot more work than a person thinks! Nice chop. Just the right amount! Keep it going. Thanks, Kyle for the upload.
Kyle, I love watching you design and work! Wish you lived next door to me, I have a complete 1954 half ton in pieces, hope I live long enough to get it put together and running! 😂 I’m just a beginner.
Wonderful! I hate chops because they look bad but your chop looks better than the original top from GM! I liked how you explained your thought process, envisioning problems
so you can avoid them. You are an artist in sheet metal, your show on TH-cam is the best.
Kyle, you do you. Don't listen to the negativity.
The roof line looks good , very in proportion, and still very drivable
Good job carter😎
Got me on the thumbnail shot! Thought way too much! Then seen you,chopped just enough to line up sides and back window! Always thought that’s how it should have been done! You nailed it! As far as the haters you’ll get,oh it’s a shame that guy cut up an original? I guess you could leave it to rot away,that’s original! Looking forward to another year of tips and tricks!
This is fascinating. Thanks for sharing Kyle 😎👍🍺
Keep up the great work
Hey Kyle great video;
Looking forward to your next video.
Gonna be a great looking chicken truck when your finished.
Kyles "Chicken Truck" no more. What a transition. What a difference a year makes. I am really enjoying this series.
I hope you have a very HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR.
Glad you didn’t chop the rear window down to a mail slot. I wonder if the rear window opening for a 55-9 small window GM truck would fit, they seem to have the more tapered sides like you’re talking about. You’re building this truck perfectly. Customizations with class.
Very well proportioned, you are doing a great job!
Looking good.
Yep, you, because your the man when it comes to the best out there.
In my mind, it is what it is in your mind. Whatever that is, I think the chop is turning out nice.
Eyes for perfect detail and hands to get the metal into it ...
You’re an incredibly talented individual.
The chicken truck in your hands is the dialectic of passivity and action; the specific and universal, and the merging of past and future in the present. Looking forward to more, Happy New Year! 😎👍🎊🎉🎊🛻🏁🏁
I really like the pregame show 👍👍 makes it so much easier to watch the struggle 😅😅, 😊
Hi Kyle. Thanks for leaving all the detailed explanations in the edit. All the little nuances and subtleties are what makes the difference between a great looking chop and a hack job. Also thanks for not trying to take 7" out of the old thing. All the best for the new year, Kyle, looking forward to what 2024 brings us. Mart.
I wish I would have seen your comment sooner before I went out and chopped it another 7 inches. Looks like I'm going to have to start over with a different cab now!
Haha!
Happy New Year! I'm looking forward to seeing what goes on in Mart's garage in 2024!
I could tell that at a couple points you were wishing the cats had thumbs! More description is better for me because I then realize there's no way I should ever try something like that!😢 Right now I'm attempting to reconstruct the lower fender supports and fender corners on my 65F350. I'm using the "Fitzzie" method. If you can't afford it, make it yourself. I'll get it close enough that a thin coat of "fairing compound" will get me out of trouble. Thanks for the videos!😊
Brilliant, Kyle. Brilliant
Your work is amazing !! I am going to attempt to chop a 53 Chev. This is a great help.
Thank you
Right on! Good luck with your chop!
Great job Kyle. The explanation before you did the work was just right. It's nice to know why you did what you did.
Looks very nice, You make it look easy! Great job!
Thanks for taking the time to explain so thoroughly
I'm half way through your video and I just had to stop to tell how much I'm enjoying it! And Alan's appearance at the beginning is a nice touch!
That is one of the best chops I have ever seen. Man this is going to be a awesome build.
The way you cut that roof was awesome. Thank you
Well, you do not disappoint....
What a great start. It's looking awesome. We see the vision, I personally like the fact that you took the time to explain why you are doing what you're doing.....
Learned a lot as usual. I can't wait for part 2....
Well done - not too flattened
I know the feeling of having taken the leap and then wondering 'What have I done'. Look great.
You're doing a fine job of giving all things consideration. Unfortunately for me it's usually the thing that prevents me from getting started lol. I appreciate the end result when I finally persuade myself.
Your work is incredible to the average joe like me.
Kyle thank you for explaining your process as you go.
I enjoy watching you and half-ass customs working with metal you two are awesome to watch
One word describes your work and this video....BRILLANT!!!!!
Looking good my man.👍
Awesome work Kyle! Looking good!
Really appreciate you showing how you did this. So many TH-camrs will chop something, but not explain as well as you did how you did it. Looking forward to the next one. I've always wanted to chop something, maybe this will give me the motivation to give it a try.
I am really enjoying you doing an entire project, Kyle. This is gonna be awesome!
Getting more interesting as it goes.. Best build on TH-cam. Awesome job as always.
looks great
Looks great Kyle I had no idea it took that much cutting to chop the top of an old vehicle.
I always thought you just slice off the top then weld the pieces back together.
My car repair knowledge is making stuff work under the car, you have awesome body fabrication powers.
I'm definitely doing this all the hard way haha.
Bloody brilliant great chop thanks for showing us
Besides of you being a great craftsman, from who i learn a lot, i also adore your style and Monty Phyton humor ! No fancy workshop, no tatoos or hard-rock music ; love it ! Greatings from Belgium.
This looks great so far! Love how you did the chop on this. Doing it right actually make it look better and like it was meant to be that way. Looking forward to next video
Man I just got to say I thought you was going to have a hard time. But let me say you are good.
Kyle, I'm enjoying the absolute heck out of this series. I'm so impressed with the amount of planning, skill, and art involved in achieving your vision of how this truck should look! Thanks for taking the time to document it, and explaining all of the details and thinking that's going into it.
Thanks, I'm glad you're enjoying it!
I chopped a roof on a 48 Ford cab, but I didn't know what I was doing, wish I had seen your video first, it didn't turn out too bad but it could have been better like this! The 48 was just a rat rod and you can get away with more errors but my next one will be a lot more like what you have done here!! Now that I am retired I will have more time to work on next project once I finish my 78 Scout Terra project and my 78 Toyota FJ 40, if my health holds up I still want to do another Rat Rod, the first one was a good learning project!!!
Amazing and that you can do something like that, but I know you will finish the job and reap the rewards😊😊😊😊😊
yes the chop you did actually makes the cab more streamlined but also it is not enough to make it look like a total hack job. In short you did a great job Kyle. Thanks for the video and have a Happy and prosperous New Year.
Can't wait to see the restoration back to original...😂
Love your work 🤙🤠👍
Your approach to the chop is quite impressive Kyle. I would have thought just cut it down the center, take out the height and add filler pieces to finish. You got ice water running thru them veins!😎
That's a perfect chop!!
Love the path you're on... obviously lots of thought and research went into it. I have spent a considerable amount of time around the Dream Truck in person and it's inspiration shows in your design. The Dream Truck was originally a project for the top customizers of the 1950s to show off through the pages of Rod and Custom magazine... helped to sell a few extra copies as well. Your approach is right in line with those guys since you said you are going for the most pleasing result as opposed to quick and easy. Love the "Tail Dragger" style!
Thank you!
That chop looks great to my eyes. Around 3" is a good amount to cut on most cars. When ppl go crazy with their angle grinders and saws, the result looks like someone has stepped on the roof. You can doesnt mean you have to.
Looking forward to see the next one!
Looking really good and doing the doors first really proves to be the best way. Keeping some kind of datum. Excellent.
Really glad that you are explaining why you are cutting it a certain way!! Very interesting to see how it’s done!
i'm a bodyman and i hate watching body videos because i end up ripping them apart....but this looks good, well thought out!
Thanks!
Everyone has their own way of doing things, the final product is all that matters and I think I'd trust your work over the the guy who does it faster, I especially love the way your inner structure is still welded in the factory location without turning the pieces into a multi weld stack, nice work Kyle
your skills are so good and the tips are great cheers