The Body Filler Innovation You Can't Afford to Miss!"

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  • Do you want to body work fast and efficient? The right body filler plays a huge role in this. We will dive into what filler we prefer and lay down a system that when perfected can cut hours off your body working time. Don't struggle with body filler on your next project, master it. We have you covered here at Sylvester's Customs.
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    Video Chapters
    0:00 Intro
    0:29 Trick to lock in body panels
    3:07 Body Filler Review
    5:33 Panel Prep
    6:12 Mixing your Body Filler
    12:05 Spreading Body Filler on panel
    17:17 Honey Talk
    18:18 Merging two separate spreads together for larger areas
    19:43 Cleanliness is key to being efficient
    20:53 Blocking your panel
    29:40 Pensile Trick
    34:18 Fixing your lows: Spreading and blocking techniques
    46:43 Thanks for watching!! See you next Friday
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  • @bondobob21
    @bondobob21 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Had to laugh when you mentioned bad chad - Now that's a guy who can really sculpt a turd - all while using the floor as his tool box. I'll say it again Travis .......only the guys with the knowledge.... know that........ you know your chit .

    • @walkertongdee
      @walkertongdee ปีที่แล้ว

      bad c is a shit bodyman

    • @walkertongdee
      @walkertongdee ปีที่แล้ว

      and a disgusting person who blows snot on the garage floor right in the video.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      💯💯💯

    • @theessexhunter1305
      @theessexhunter1305 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bad Chad would not last in a proper body shop as they don't tack and fill lol
      For most of his viewers it is good but. Get him lead loading some panels lol

    • @dawinner777
      @dawinner777 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This guy is a joke! OMG a real body man would never mudding over and over. The pencil marks is ridiculous. Weighing the mud is ridiculous! I’ve done bodywork for 40 years and this guy and his technique is a total joke to people that really know how to do bodywork! All this bondo and waste of time and mudding the entire car causes shrinkage and so much more work.

  • @Ja3cques
    @Ja3cques ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I just got rage ultra today because i was so sick of bondo.... i should have listened months ago when i first saw this video. Its game changing. I have like 60 hours into replacing cab corners, rockers and a respray on my truck. I would be a lot further along if i had the right stuff to begin with. No pinholes, sands phenomenally, and spreads amazingly. Its $150/gal here in Canada, but still worth it, especially if youre a newbie. You need something thats the most forgiving.

  • @splender88
    @splender88 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You make it look easy but as someone who has done plenty of bodywork, I know how much talent it takes to do it right. I've met many people who do bodywork but only a handful that do it right like yourself.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you very much! Always improving 👍🏻

  • @richardbartlett4075
    @richardbartlett4075 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    First, I want to thank you for this video. I've never visited your sight until now and already subscribed. I just started to try the body work, although I'm 69. I build motorcycles, high performance and repair. I just finished the 1976 Yamaha RD400 motor, very high performance for the drags. I'm going to use the stock metal tank, while the rest is a fiberglass kit. I made an attempt to "Bondo" and every thing you said not to do is what I had done. Not stopping when sanding was my biggest dumbshit mistake. One in a long line of them. Back and forth, Bondo and sand. I am going to start from your earlier videos instead of asking stupid questions. I grew up in Glendora CA and now I'm in Sparks, NV, out where I can't hurt anyone when testing my bikes. I understand that Irwindale Raceway is still around and allowing people like me to run the 1/8 or 1/4 mile drag. Thanks again!

  • @crustydownunder
    @crustydownunder ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I agree with the amount of hardener needed when applying filler in high temperatures. I've used less than half the recommended amount of hardener and NEVER had an issue. It will set off in high heat, no worries.
    I once painted a Holden FJ series, which was produced in Australia by Holden from 1953. I was only asked to paint it, as he had already done the body work, and he just wanted it painted to protect it.
    When I got the car, the body work was so bad, I told him I wouldn't paint it without redoing all the body work myself. It had been a complete nuts and bolts restoration, and I felt it was worth doing right.
    I used a cheap filler, and as it was during summer, I used less than half the recommended amount of hardener. The job came out great, and he was persuaded by his friends to enter into a car show a year after I did the job, and It won best body and best paint. On a side note, after I cut and polished the paint (10 months after I painted it) I asked his wife for some cornflour, to give it a final polish, and she gave me icing sugar. I didn't notice until I started to taste the sweetness in my mouth. But, as I was polishing it, I could see the fine scratches from the buffing compound disappearing like magic. It turned out like glass. I used it on all my best jobs after that. Thanks for the vids and the trip down memory lane.
    Cheers from Australia.

  • @genuinejake9851
    @genuinejake9851 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Vids are getting better and better! You do a great job breaking this down for people to digest and improve our abilities. Thanks for passing your knowledge on.

  • @64b09
    @64b09 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another great instructional video. Thanks for putting the time in to record and share, Travis. Looking forward to the next one.

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Even that your on a time constraint on this project you've taken the time to teach, thank you. Subscribed.

  • @brianelhardt4606
    @brianelhardt4606 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m riveted by your sense of perfectionism, your “work smarter not harder” methods, and most of all both your skill and passion for teaching - teaching itself being its own skill. Your videos are both informational inspirational. Thank you so much! (I’m also in SoCal).

  • @immanutt4442
    @immanutt4442 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Travis ... the dynamics behind the mechanics of proper 'filler' mixing application and sanding that you cover all the details with is amazing - to be able to explain all of that and showing exactly while you work you are an artisan Sir

  • @NDB390
    @NDB390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for taking your time and teaching people the right way and slowing it down step by step and going into details. Much appreciated. Thank You

  • @phatridesgarage3760
    @phatridesgarage3760 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks again for another great instructional video Travis, as always your techniques make so much sense. As a guy that is building his own cars and learning in the process your videos are a great guide.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the great comment. Hope to continue helping you in your journey. What are you working on?

    • @phatridesgarage3760
      @phatridesgarage3760 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS cheers Travis, Im filming a few projects for my own youtube channel, I have a 57 Chevy Hardtop still in steel work stage, a 74 Falcon XB Coupe Custom, and 72 Falcon sedan , the last 2 are nearing the bodywork stage , hope you get a chance to check them out

    • @lorenzojaramillo5299
      @lorenzojaramillo5299 ปีที่แล้ว

      is that a metal spreader

  • @stevemurphy402
    @stevemurphy402 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Your presentations are very concise, easy to follow, and lots of great information!

  • @mercedesmaintenance.6339
    @mercedesmaintenance.6339 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video!! I often thought to myself when I saw people adding the hardener to filler, it seemed to be guess work. There's no way it could be exactly consistent. Your scale method makes so much sense.
    I work with wood all day long for my job restoring Antique furniture. Your shaping/ sculpting methods remind me of carving and shaping in wood, making everything flow.
    Thanks again.
    🍻 Cheers John.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes very similar techniques I would imagine. Thanks for watching!

  • @sethstrohm5085
    @sethstrohm5085 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thks for ur vids. I’m not completely new to body work I’ve done jus enough to do smaller parts but watching ur vids an the knowledge u put into your vids make me pretty confident I could do my whole truck an then paint it myself. Thanks for the time and knowledge

  • @AbdulKhan-cy3vq
    @AbdulKhan-cy3vq ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for taking your time out to make this video. We all appreciate it.

  • @dwaynelejeune3508
    @dwaynelejeune3508 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid. Going to my save box to revisit once I start on my 65C10. Keep up the great work!!!

  • @Okie-Tom
    @Okie-Tom ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent demonstration. Many people can learn the correct way from watching you. You are a great teacher. Thanks much. Tom

  • @3n1fss
    @3n1fss 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This channel is by far the most accurate and detailed, play by play process of how to make your body laxer straight on TH-cam. What gen of a channel.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!!! Lots more coming soon!!!

  • @MoparStephen
    @MoparStephen ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great informative video, you have a very nice teaching style. Simple and to the point, but clear explanations for why everything is done.

  • @CNTablet-sg7qx
    @CNTablet-sg7qx 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    1st time viewing your channel. Excellent content. I like your common sense approach and especially knowing when to STOP. You're expediting the viewers learning curve. Bodywork and painting is how I paid my way through college back in the early 80s and it takes some practice.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much. We started in our garage and we just like to help out people doing the same thing.

  • @franksgarage8551
    @franksgarage8551 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such great advice. For those of us that suck at filler work, we need all the help we can get. Here in rural manitoba finding a good product is the biggest issue.

  • @RobertBeck-pp2ru
    @RobertBeck-pp2ru 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the lessons and pro tips. I will be doing body work on a home-built body soon. Your 50 minute video will probably save me weeks of work. Added to favorites and subscribed.

  • @obssroberts1411
    @obssroberts1411 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    so glad seeing you guys using cream hardener not the drop/liquid.. ... ive always used a old window from a car for filler ..

  • @tommidd8042
    @tommidd8042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good presentation 👍. I've always had good experience with Overcoat brand. I've done many motorcycle frames, tanks, etc and tend to initially use the Metal 2 Metal on bare thoroughly cleaned steel followed by the lighter filler.

  • @gerardoacevedo5182
    @gerardoacevedo5182 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, another great and informative video brother! Keep'em coming!

  • @infinite7501
    @infinite7501 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spot on again. I use the same fillers. I do like to tape my jambs before I lock the panels down. makes clean up a little easier for any little "dobs" of filler that fall down into them. I even put aperture tape in some of trunk jambs to keep the filler from locking itself under the lip where the weatherstrip attaches.

  • @ODGColornChrome
    @ODGColornChrome ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid. I know that I suck at body work and it was taking me forever with layer after layer of filler. Now i know what I have been doing wrong, sanding down too far. Thanks and keep up the awesome work!

  • @deegan727
    @deegan727 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    New subscriber here. I wish I would have found this channel sooner. I’ve done some Harley’s and some repairs on peoples cars(smaller/less challenges) . I’m now restoring a K5 Blazer, I’m currently in filler stage now. My biggest problem now is being efficient and I have been running into problems with not having enough time to work with the filler and I’m also running into sanding into and through the epoxy. That’s where the biggest efficiency problems come in because when ever I see metal I spray more epoxy having to wait forever to do anything else. With my work schedule of 5-6 days a week of 12-16 hour shifts spare time to work on my truck is invaluable.😂 I have a good understanding how to do this and have always gotten my desired results and people love what I’ve done but damn it takes me forever, so every tip I pick up is much appreciated. Thanks for posting.

  • @rockmanf8214
    @rockmanf8214 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Killer video’s on better ways to do body work . Everything you said about high’s and low’s I know exactly what you are talking about . Over the last two years I’ve done a 1962 nova and 1967 Camaro all the welding on panels, all the way to paint .both came out great!!! it was a lot of hard work😅 but life would have been a lot easier if I would have seen your videos first . Keep up the great work looking forward to seeing your next video 👍

  • @tools6106
    @tools6106 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome demo of techniques! I’ve learned why I always have waves!

  • @vicshonebethel9934
    @vicshonebethel9934 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this channel. Your techniques is very excellent and professional. I learn everything and how to be better as a beginner. Thank you for sharing 👍👍👍💯💯

  • @31acruz
    @31acruz ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for taking the time and effort to put such a comprehensive video together, this was not easy to accomplish. Your company really cares about his customers to put out such an effort, well done and good job!

  • @RestoringChristine1956
    @RestoringChristine1956 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly appreciate the comprehensive tutorial! Plenty of filler-for-thought!

  • @goneflying140
    @goneflying140 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! When you mixed that large of a quantity of filler, I never thought you would get it all on the car. You really know what you are doing. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!!!

  • @eeblatter
    @eeblatter ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video. You covered it all very well. Kudos!

  • @deankay4434
    @deankay4434 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Combining two different fillers from same company that have slight chemical extras, is a very interesting concept to extend the working window. Neat Travis! Excellent info in this video lesson and I have one outside the box to share. With the exothermic reaction taking place, I had one of those moments where I asked quietly then answered out loud “Why not.” Hot weather, same first build coat and still wanting the hardener ratio close to correct, as I left a auto parts store, I saw a tile shop next door. After 6 or 7 minutes, I left with a white glazed tile, 13” X 13” bright white and smooth as a church bench. I epoxied it onto a hard plastic cutting board with a hand hole out one end. It protect the tile by 1” (25.4mm) and placed by the A/C vent, in minutes it very cool to the hand. Plus, it was free, but this too is extra thermal mass that extends the chemical kick that filler does so fast in hot weather, it seemed like I had 10 minutes more to work it. Like your explanation of a tight coat, press it into the sand scratches or pores of bare metal if not in epoxy. I was shock even though it was a little heavier but always keep a snappy roll cart handy next to my work. I hate using a car hood as a temp storage spot for extra PSA grit rolls, Kimberly-Clark Wyp-Alls L40 lint free, pump sprayer with isopropyl and different spreader, grater and guide coat. Strange when something simple jumps up and makes you smile inside.
    Aluminum clad large commercial backing sheets was another from a restaurant supply store had major used items as these are stackable, don’t bend (Al-steel-Al stamped) like a dime blank. But I bought 16 for $1 each and have them on my MIG, Roll Cart and 10’ table w/folding legs next to my 2 sewing machines. They are stupid simply and work great to carry tools & product from job to job or quitting time in front of the tool box at 9:30 at night!
    Love the information, visuals, product and lessen well explained!
    Well done! Winters coming but SEMA first!

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Someone long ago had mentioned putting a filler board in the fridge I think it could alter the filler long term but I can’t verify. Ultimately the best thing is doing filler in a temp controlled room. …. Maybe one day 🤣

    • @deankay4434
      @deankay4434 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS I agree, best to have A/C than freezer. I like my tile setup! It is thermal mass that draws down heat as excited molecules want to migrate to low energy. The result is cooling, the effect is longer filler open times.
      Have a great weekend but I know you got a crunch time on work for SEMA. Never been, don’t know when and never will have funds again. New washing machine in my future! Just what I wanted. NOT!

  • @landonsheffield6160
    @landonsheffield6160 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this! I'm doing filler work over epoxy on a rough restoration project and your tips have saved me a TON of time. I'll have to watch all of your videos now. 👍

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear it! Thank you

    • @rogerstephens8980
      @rogerstephens8980 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you use the right filler you don't need epoxy the z one my belief is the lesser amt of layers of products the less chance for falture.epoxy is old school we don't use it much any more. It takes maby a month to cure out a

    • @landonsheffield6160
      @landonsheffield6160 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rogerstephens8980 My panels had some pitting from surface rust that I acid washed to clean metal. I put the epoxy on first to have a guaranteed good bond to the filler. Yes it does take a long time to cure. This is a slow resto job, not production body shop type work.

    • @rogerstephens8980
      @rogerstephens8980 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have passed the need for epoxy i dont know if will hurt or help ill say the name for you the Chad dude uses it z grip it will stick to bare metal . A wile back primers weren't what we call metal to metal epoxy was the glue . Now alots o 2k primers are . My favorite is upol it is also pretty cheep.that is all we use you can mix upol as a sealer you could work youre filler on the top. My theory is the more products you put on the more chance for faltered. Idont use ppg because I have had alots of faltures . I use matrix 42 clear 2to 1 4to 1s have about half the urethane base as a good 2to1 and forget acrylic urethane.if youre keeping the car inside mostly a 4to1 is easier to spray but put 3 or 4 coats on to build the urethane that is what holds the whole paint job together.

  • @towbar2
    @towbar2 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is excellent instruction!!! I went to CCCTI Auto Body School, and you have compressed six months of trade-school experience, tho a most valuable lesson!!! Thanks so much!

  • @rolandthurlow753
    @rolandthurlow753 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These techniques work amazing . Just did 28 model A front and rear fenders painted black .gorgeous results .

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @Okie-Tom
      @Okie-Tom ปีที่แล้ว

      He is an excellent teacher. I am working on a 29 Model A coupe myself. Take care. Tom

  • @CalicoRiot
    @CalicoRiot ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New subscriber, I appreciated the easy to understand, straightforward format. This video just popped up in my feed, but it was definitely helpful and will come in handy on my 69 gto project. I always wondered why body filler dried so fast. My first experience with it was disappointing, but I wasn't weighing it. 🌴😎🤙

  • @angelonikitaras2977
    @angelonikitaras2977 ปีที่แล้ว

    man absolutely killing it great advice again well explained .. Well done on another great video...

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the support. Hope we can keep bringing you some value.

  • @toddenglert4815
    @toddenglert4815 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always educational bro ...thanks for making videos

  • @juniorclassicvwbugs924
    @juniorclassicvwbugs924 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video. Thank for the tips. I am not a body tech nor know how to apply filler, but I do there to from time to time apply filler in a small job as needed. These tips will make much easier. Thank you.

  • @vehdynam
    @vehdynam ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic information and very much appreciated !

  • @lonestarlows
    @lonestarlows ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently tried evercoat plastic honey with rage ultra. And it helps tremendously in this 100 degree weather. Only use it for big areas.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      If you haven’t mixed the two together you gotta try it. Not even comparable to adding honey 👍🏻

  • @keithroute8906
    @keithroute8906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are really good with that filler and your tips on being fast and efficient.

  • @billycousins1365
    @billycousins1365 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Clean work and very well articulated.

  • @immanutt4442
    @immanutt4442 ปีที่แล้ว

    I took notes and so much common sense involved if we just stop and think what we are doing plan out and think ... Travis again thanks a mint for you sir and your concise tutorial videos !!!

  • @davidlongo7293
    @davidlongo7293 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great instructional video with invaluable tips.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, nice to know people are watching regularly. Appreciate your time!!

  • @jimchung1775
    @jimchung1775 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! You make a complex art very understandable!!

  • @arturorodriguez1120
    @arturorodriguez1120 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m working on a54 chevy truck that’s almost ready for body work here in San Antonio to thank you for the awesome videos. Very helpful

  • @jk-in8de
    @jk-in8de ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Had helped me out a lot on my little project I appreciate it thanks

  • @ivlark1
    @ivlark1 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Perfect, straight to the point.

  • @oscarrogers9745
    @oscarrogers9745 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I don't watch bad Chad he never finishes what he starts I'm 65 years old I've been chopping cars up since the 70s and the Finish is the hardest part I'm tired that's why I build rat Rod now

  • @CoroPlanesLLC
    @CoroPlanesLLC 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You had my anxiety at 10! I work in a 90-degree + shop - the time you spent working that filler blew me away! I am one of those 50:1 guys who works with 100g or less at a time. You made a believer out of me. I will be trying this product combo at 70:1! Outstanding!

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s a game changer. Hope you love it as much as I do

  • @ronnieellsworth9223
    @ronnieellsworth9223 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I came across your channel and I thought, now there is a man that knows quality. So you got another member. Being a hobbyist I enjoy doing body work. It's like you said about being a sculptor. Well in a way we are. But I also like you, use Rage. I use the Xtreme product in their line. It goes on smooth and sands powder fresh. I would like to try their Epoxy/Sealer Primer and their High Build Primer. Thanks for the info. Ronnie.

  • @SpeedandChromeTV
    @SpeedandChromeTV ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoy your channel. Your comment about being a sculptor made me chuckle. When I went to body and paint school 30 years ago our instructors always said, “you are body men, not sculptors. Haha. I get what your saying man”. The products have some a long way. 2K primers didn’t exist. Everything was lacquer. Modern products make it some much better. Keep up the great work.

  • @byronstephen2044
    @byronstephen2044 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    With out a doubt the very best tutorial on laying down and working on filler . " Working smarter , not harder" ! . I'm a now a big fan and binge watch your videos . Big Thanks from Canada !

  • @SGTMARSHALL1
    @SGTMARSHALL1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, some really good advice and easy to take in

  • @forte.vision
    @forte.vision 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So helpful. Thank you from the UK.

  • @ryanwilson5064
    @ryanwilson5064 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video brother. Thank you!

  • @streetsc.c.tucsonaz9183
    @streetsc.c.tucsonaz9183 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video brother makes me want to go in the garage and lay some filler down on something 👍

  • @robertanderson8578
    @robertanderson8578 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gid'day from OZ..Awesome and can't wait for more..best vid I've seen all year..i'm doing a charger and up to gaping and blocking,i will be following you very closely..👍

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome thx for watching. This week will be on gaps.

    • @robertanderson8578
      @robertanderson8578 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS that is so good..I'll definitely be waiting and watching..✌

  • @nathanlebell9353
    @nathanlebell9353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thx for the video. Taught me a lot 👍

  • @jayhawkr86
    @jayhawkr86 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’d say a very good read on how to do this! Thanks man

  • @tuna22lm
    @tuna22lm หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video learned a lot thank you.

  • @joshvanhyfte6376
    @joshvanhyfte6376 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your expertise! It helps us "wannabes" get better. In the end when the paint goes on the sun doesn't lie.

  • @ronmurphy9819
    @ronmurphy9819 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you. I am looking forward to the next one.

  • @bassadelica
    @bassadelica 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Video is gold. Thanks so much

  • @scotcorvette5821
    @scotcorvette5821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I learned a lot from this video. Travis I have a 67 Camaro convertible I'm restoring. Please consider doing a video on quarter to filler panel gap fill. Ive seen some people use just filler and some using lead. I prefer not to use lead but want the body work on the seam to last and look flaw less. Looking forward to your suggestions

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We’re actually doing one on that soon. 👍🏻

  • @cameronstolhand7149
    @cameronstolhand7149 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thanks! That was extremely helpful and I never thought to measure the filler to hardener ratio with a scale.

  • @kevinross228
    @kevinross228 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome!! Really enjoy your videos. Aloha from the 808 🤙

  • @ossimio
    @ossimio ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent video as always thankyou also very well explained

  • @tuna22lm
    @tuna22lm หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yes it did I could definitely tell the difference after you changed your paper you could hear it cutting into the material as you were sanding.

  • @kevinwells768
    @kevinwells768 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another grest vid. The attention to detail...in that yhe audio is really clear, is great. Your teaching delivery , clear calm and direct. Not a single erm ah or kinda in sight. Wondering if you were a military instructor or something in a previous job.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you. No I wasn’t just teaching as we learn ourselves 👍🏻

  • @dinadaughtry8993
    @dinadaughtry8993 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The way you are spreading the material reminds me of how I plaster a wall leading into an arch,we use a tool called a slicker ( a 3-4 foot piece of aluminum alloy) to get the majority of mud onto the wall and pull it flat then use hawk and trowel for cutting in door ways and pulling the mud around the arch and for any curve in the wall of course plaster goes on much thicker but the idea is the same, right tool for the job and making All transitions seamless

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I used to do drywall long long ago I can relate haha

    • @dinadaughtry8993
      @dinadaughtry8993 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS I was wondering, you where using a hawk to mix and Cary the body filler most people that have done stucco and drywall finishing are usually the only people who have them, nice work on the car by the way and thanks for the tips on working with body filler

  • @SparkyBuilt
    @SparkyBuilt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice production and tutorial!

  • @froe31061
    @froe31061 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are very inspiring, Thank YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are welcome, we hope you continue to watch.

  • @danbowers8691
    @danbowers8691 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good points on many things especially your beginning comments on other people showing there work on how Not to do things there is no cheap way to do quality bodywork aka using things laying around your shop. Badchad

  • @DanTheManIOM
    @DanTheManIOM หลายเดือนก่อน

    class is in session ! and I need to be learning... thank you

  • @Ja3cques
    @Ja3cques ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It took me legit 8 hours to fill and block out my 3rd brake light area above the rear window on my 2nd gen dodge. It took me 2 weeks to sand out rock chips, fill and prime my hood. Its crazy how much faster you can work with experience and pro grade materials and tools.

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      This right here is what so many will never understand. Thank you for sharing this. It’s really cool that so many that watch us are actually in their garages struggling and making these cars come to life.

  • @AlanShirtsink
    @AlanShirtsink ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic lesson

  • @phillmellina
    @phillmellina ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FANTASTIC content.

  • @UzumakiGarage
    @UzumakiGarage ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thanks so much for sharing

  • @mikepruett1745
    @mikepruett1745 ปีที่แล้ว

    glad you are showing to knead the mix and not stirring it...

  • @waterlover
    @waterlover ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That 61 trunk looks so velvety with that primer yellow/green you have on it. Almost fainted when you thru your mask on top of it.

  • @pm270100
    @pm270100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good job well done knowing when to stop is the big one

  • @davroscaan1318
    @davroscaan1318 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Being a hobbyint, I once spent too many hours on a 79 Trans Am driver side fender tapping and working a dent out of the curve in the body above the wheel, then using filler to get that last bit of arched perfection... it turned out great but it really hit home just how much work it is to make these things flawless. Kudos.

  • @garythorsell5061
    @garythorsell5061 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A true craftsman of his trade

  • @bigblocklawyer
    @bigblocklawyer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I weigh filler and hardner on my paint scale every day, and then make certain to mix the exact same size puddle with one stripe of hardener at the exact ratio. In Central Florida right now, using anything except Rage Ultra and Extra is practically impossible. If you mix other fillers properly, they go off while you're mixing them. I've used Rage forever but this newer stuff is amazing. I cringe when I go in a shop and see a can of 3M Platinum with a stir stick sticking out and the lid off the can all day, getting filled with bondo dust. This stuff is super expensive as far as fillers go, probably the most expensive, but having pinholes or mapping come back 6 months later is infinitely more expensive. Well done.

  • @Tryagain205
    @Tryagain205 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Camera work is fantastic as well.

  • @donf1526
    @donf1526 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your content.

  • @wrightsrrt871
    @wrightsrrt871 ปีที่แล้ว

    Up here in redding ca it gets hot as well and it takes someone who has done filler in heat to work it here as well! We always reduce hardner when Temps are high as well!

  • @jasonsailor9987
    @jasonsailor9987 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @SYLVESTORSCUSTOMS Thanks for taking the time to make another very detailed video about how to mix and apply body filler. You mentioned Evercoat Rage Gold briefly but did not explain your thoughts about that version of Evercoat Rage.
    For those of us doing one off projects and only using body filler in patches rather than doing the whole vehicle, one can of body filler is enough. In this scenario is Rage Gold as good as the other Rage options or does it have some shortcomings?

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว

      If you’re just doing a spot here and there, it’s just fine. We also like 3M platinum plus

  • @regmartin3629
    @regmartin3629 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Travis, another great video. Does the Mirca guide coat powder cause an adhesion problem between filler or primer? Or do you eliminate it all before you re-coat?

    • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
      @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the question. Yes it will cause issues with adhesion. We scuff the area the guide coat is until it’s gone, blow it off completely and reapply and use pencil line as guide.

  • @davidmcpherson7451
    @davidmcpherson7451 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The man who taught me p&b worked his bondo with a CP grinder. Then finished with air file and blocks. Amazingly fast and straight and flat with perfect contours and symmetry! He was a perfectionist! We both old and retired now and HATE body and paint work. 😂

    • @geneva760
      @geneva760 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I learned to do the 'roughing' with a 9" sander and a stickit 80 grit and sometimes also used a panel file - but - using a panel file incorrectly can slice the filler, hence it takes a lot of careful attention and knowing how to read the movement of the file, but once perfected, it saves a lot of sand paper, the panel file just need a wire wheel to occasionally clean the gummed up file back to near new. I also used a banana panel file to shape concave filler fills, knocking the top of the the highs and 'roughing' the shape before moving to the 80 grit. It was common to use 36 grit for the roughing, I never used it and used 80 grit, I never liked the deep cuts that were left from the 36 grit. HA - I HATE being a perfectionist - nobody notices the work that goes into the perfection but me. CHEERS from AUSTRALIA.

    • @jamescon55
      @jamescon55 ปีที่แล้ว

      I used to work at a shop down in "The City" where we did ALOTTA blow n go "kustom" work/restoration jobs 😏...And I "got schooled on the air file" by an old timer AND? AFTER I FINALLY DID figure out HOW to let the sandpaper AND the air file WORK FOR ME...Chit WAS sooo MUCH easier to do with THAT situation. Air File the panels down with 80 grit, finish/finesse it out with 150 on the block and, prime TH outta it WITH high build 2k Urethane Primer and hand block then on out... Several cars ended up in World of Wheels and even 1 of em won 1st place in one of the Lowrider classes.... But yeah, different budgets and different styles of builds and...? Well, I hope ya get where I am coming from Lol 😆👍

    • @jamescon55
      @jamescon55 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AND...? I used to work for a "Corvette Restoration AND Fiberglass body/paint shop" and the owner could be smoking a cigarette, talking to ya, and be runnin a 6 inch DA, and sand darn near ALMOST ANY kinda crazy curved/sculpted/ body lined panels and??? ) ANYWHERE that the 6 inch D.A. COULD basically GO and??? DONE!!!...within a couple few minutes, depending on the area. 😦🤯 I'd just tell him "I hate you, you know it?" LOL....🤘

  • @jeffashlock664
    @jeffashlock664 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The only filler I use !! Sands great!

  • @henrypeterson1981
    @henrypeterson1981 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great Video, thank you.
    100% on the money. Shop Temperature based on outside Temp, humidity/dew point. It’s not all the same everywhere. Use your head and research for yourself.

  • @TheBrand83
    @TheBrand83 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good video!