Thank you for sharing... I have been working on a 68 f100 short bed that had been laid on it's side twice... No prior experience, only your videos... Bought some tools, made some tools... Still a year out from filler, but body lines are coming back and gaps are lining up... You have been an amazing help fixing something I can't afford to pay to fix...thank you!
Well sir, even on the videos that don't apply to my project, there have been techniques or methods of attack that I can adapt to what I need done... As long as you keep posting and I don't get impatient, I should someday have the pride of doing it or at least know if I ever want to attempt it again...haha. (Nobody ever mentions how sore you can get from using a tiny hammer with limited knowledge...)
@@joshmorris3469 Great to hear you're out there giving it a try. Never know what you can do until try. You never know there may be a hidden gift inside of you. I'll keep posting - thanks for watching and the support - Jerry
I enjoy watching how a real professional does the job right and take in the methods they do. This video answered all my questions on the use of the versatile Pogo Stick. Thank You for posting it and sharing your skills. It keeps the Trade Going.
You're welcome my friend - all these methods came from older guys than me so, many thanks to those very skilled fellas. Thanks for you comments - makes my day 👍😊
I've worked in body shops over a decade but I only did paint work. Now I got a new job where they're gonna train me in minor body work. So now I'm watching videos to try to learn some things before I start. I like your demonstrations they're easy to follow.
As always very useful and clear. Got myself the cheese / Stanley grater for my restoration of a few cars thx to your demonstrations, saves a lot of time sanding!
You're welcome - the tool is usually on the frame rack tool board but probably not used very often - I used it all the time - didn't have to pull the frame machine over or pull post.
@@LakesideAutobody I worked at a shop for year we barely used the frame machine it had dust on it Lol. The other shop it was used all the time to pull old damage out for disassembly and crashed areas. Different shops Different methods i guess.
That was a weird spot for a dent without damaging the door. Nice work. I found this video after I started straightening my pinch weld and found some dents under the rocker that I need to fix. I think I'm going to make my own "pogo stick" out of some scrap and anold jack handle. We'll see how it goes. The heat index is like 96F right now, so I'm taking things a bit at a time. Thanks for all your videos. They've been really helpful.
@@LakesideAutobody I kinda wondered where you were at. I saw one of your sponsors was in Roscommon a while ago, and I thought I saw another was out of Roseville. That's a pretty wide range. lol This summer seems like it's been hotter than the last several. I can't remember having this many days over 90F in a long time.
@@jayinmi3706 You're right - it's real hard to work in that kind of heat. I do like going downstate - metro Detroit for parts - that one place was Highway Auto Parts - they have reasonable prices and usually can get the part you need - it's my go to place down there - nice talking to you JayinMI :)
Absolutely awesome, this is the first video I've watched from your channel. I'm a mechanic, never done much body work. I'm definitely sticking around to see how much I can learn!
Thanks for the video. Appreciated the technique with the Hustler. I have some of this work to do on a project and good to see an expert working the tool.
That's great to hear - you landed in the right spot if you want to learn the most efficient methods for auto body repair and skills that are used in body shops in and around the Metro Detroit area - today still and in the old days :)
If the door jamb gets damaged then you have to paint it - there's tricky ways to just paint the part you need w/o a hard tape line. I'll be doing a video or two on that topic. If you just get some excess filler in there that's easy to remove 'cause it's on shiny paint - You can "knock" it off with a piece of hard wood and a hammer or with your nail. I hope that is what you were asking about and it helped :)
You can try a porta power - this video may help: Fast forward to the part where the quarter panel is being pushed out using a porta power. They're quite affordable at HF. Jerry
Great job as always. Thanks for sharing. Just a question, I have heard that welding today's car may damage the car's computers and electronics. If so, what precautions should be taken? Have you personally experienced any welding downside on electronics?
They have tools for that too, but ofcourse, you could just take the electronics off just in case. Take the battery out for instance. You'll have to reset after plugging it in again.
Hi Jerry! Would you explain your thinking on why a stud welder wouldn't work. My first inclination would have been to weld a few studs along the body line and start working them. is it because, even though the dent is small, the crunched body line makes it too tough a pull for studs? Thanks!
You got it. Sometimes with dents like that you'll weld a stud or two and it either pulls the stud/studs off or rips them out. The area is too small to fit a bunch of studs in there too. This is not the greatest example either. Sometimes on rockers and other rigid areas it is just impossible to pull with a stud welder and you have to do it this way or even use larger sheet of metal welded on to pull from. Good thinking my friend :)
Everything would be the same except you'd have to get good at TIG welding or take apart the interior to get to the back and use a porta power. Also have to use epoxy primer and/or urethane primer surfacer to stick to the aluminum. I actually welded an aluminum snowmobile tunnel with this same Miller MIG (aluminum wire and straight argon) so maybe that would be a solution too. I never pulled a dent on aluminum yet - might be a good topic for a video. Thanks for the comment Al - have a good weekend :)
If you are looking for something to paint over rust, it is probably one of the better products. I've never used it because I always had access to a good sand blaster and there was never a need to paint over rust. I will grab a gallon a do a video on that product though - always wanted to give it a try. Take is easy G M :)
@@LakesideAutobody oh , that would be a awesome video if you could do one. I would definitely, definitely watch that, just like your other ones. Once a again that really would be a great video
Thanks for the advice! It's going to cool to have my truck fixed up and looking great again! edit: It's going to be cool to have my truck fixed up and looking great again!
@@LakesideAutobody Thanks! I picked up a good 3M respirator with paint and particulate filters, and I should receive the rest of the stuff I need right after the fourth. I really appreciate your feedback. Have a great 4th!
You can use an aluminum stud welder, porta power or TIG if you have those. The same process would be used. I'll see if I can get my hands on an aluminum stud welder and do a vid on that. Good suggestion Jerry :)
I don't think I saw anything in the dent featured in this video that indicated a need to use so much filler. I think it could have been pulled a few more times with glue on pads that would have sufficed. Personally I would have tried the entire repair without touching the paint but I don't want to be too critical. The PDR industry has become pretty impressive in the last few years
This type of damage cannot be repaired with glue tabs. It's way too rigid. You might be able to remove the interior and work it from the inside but that would take excessive time and risk breaking interior parts 🛠👍😊
Its people like this gentleman that make youtube great
I appreciate the kind words SS - enjoy the rest of the weekend :)
Old guys got the skills. I try to soak up as much from them as possible . Definitely a dying breed. Thanks for the video!
You're welcome Andrew - have a good weekend :)
We're all a dying breed, but with skills, it's just a little more tragic.
Thank you for sharing... I have been working on a 68 f100 short bed that had been laid on it's side twice... No prior experience, only your videos... Bought some tools, made some tools... Still a year out from filler, but body lines are coming back and gaps are lining up... You have been an amazing help fixing something I can't afford to pay to fix...thank you!
That makes my day! I love to hear stories like that. Keep me updated on your progress - nice job taking that task on :)
Well sir, even on the videos that don't apply to my project, there have been techniques or methods of attack that I can adapt to what I need done... As long as you keep posting and I don't get impatient, I should someday have the pride of doing it or at least know if I ever want to attempt it again...haha. (Nobody ever mentions how sore you can get from using a tiny hammer with limited knowledge...)
@@joshmorris3469 Great to hear you're out there giving it a try. Never know what you can do until try. You never know there may be a hidden gift inside of you. I'll keep posting - thanks for watching and the support - Jerry
Love the finesse with the big stick! Great touch.
Thanks a lot. I'm glad you noticed and glad you enjoyed the video - have a good week :)
I enjoy watching how a real professional does the job right and take in the methods they do. This video answered all my questions on the use of the versatile Pogo Stick. Thank You for posting it and sharing your skills. It keeps the Trade Going.
You're welcome my friend - all these methods came from older guys than me so, many thanks to those very skilled fellas. Thanks for you comments - makes my day 👍😊
I've worked in body shops over a decade but I only did paint work. Now I got a new job where they're gonna train me in minor body work. So now I'm watching videos to try to learn some things before I start. I like your demonstrations they're easy to follow.
Glad to hear it darkwillow (good band name). Good luck at your job. Feel free to ask ?s anytime - Jerry
As always very useful and clear. Got myself the cheese / Stanley grater for my restoration of a few cars thx to your demonstrations, saves a lot of time sanding!
Glad to hear it - save's breathing a lot of dust too. Thanks for the comment and support :)
You never see guys using this method anymore well were I worked we never did. Thanks for the vid
You're welcome - the tool is usually on the frame rack tool board but probably not used very often - I used it all the time - didn't have to pull the frame machine over or pull post.
@@LakesideAutobody I worked at a shop for year we barely used the frame machine it had dust on it Lol. The other shop it was used all the time to pull old damage out for disassembly and crashed areas. Different shops Different methods i guess.
Love how you pulled the dent out great work thank you Jerry for the video and stay safe have a nice weekend
Love your use of pull tools. Amazing use of metalergy
Thanks Jon - I appreciate the support and comments :)
That was a weird spot for a dent without damaging the door. Nice work. I found this video after I started straightening my pinch weld and found some dents under the rocker that I need to fix. I think I'm going to make my own "pogo stick" out of some scrap and anold jack handle. We'll see how it goes. The heat index is like 96F right now, so I'm taking things a bit at a time. Thanks for all your videos. They've been really helpful.
I'm getting pretty frustrated with the heat my friend - it's insane. Like 90 some degrees w/ tons of humidity - up north! :)
@@LakesideAutobody I kinda wondered where you were at. I saw one of your sponsors was in Roscommon a while ago, and I thought I saw another was out of Roseville. That's a pretty wide range. lol This summer seems like it's been hotter than the last several. I can't remember having this many days over 90F in a long time.
@@jayinmi3706 You're right - it's real hard to work in that kind of heat. I do like going downstate - metro Detroit for parts - that one place was Highway Auto Parts - they have reasonable prices and usually can get the part you need - it's my go to place down there - nice talking to you JayinMI :)
Absolutely awesome, this is the first video I've watched from your channel. I'm a mechanic, never done much body work. I'm definitely sticking around to see how much I can learn!
You came to the right place my friend. If you have any questions feel free to ask. I get to them every day 🛠😊 - Jerry
Looks great Jerry! Have a great weekend and thanks for sharing your work!
Thanks 👍 - I appreciate the support :)
Thanks for the video. Appreciated the technique with the Hustler. I have some of this work to do on a project and good to see an expert working the tool.
Glad you found it useful Dion - you're welcome - have a good week :)
Nicely done! ✅
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Difficult dent but you made it to be seemed easy, great skills teacher Jerry!
I appreciate the support Thanos Michos - glad you enjoyed the video - have a good weekend :)
Good stuff Bud!! Ya gotta love the Hustler!!☺
Thanks RK - I got to get over to your channel and catch up - been super busy lately for some reason. Have a good weekend :)
Your years of experience make the jobs looks too easy. But its not. Keep up the good vids man 🍺
Thanks Petar - good to hear from you again - Have a good weekend :)
Another great video Jerry. You do amazing work!
Amen
Man I alway like watching you work that pogo stick great job.
Thank you Moparnut - nice to hear from you - have a great weekend :)
Great job, I enjoyed watching your videos
Tanks Courtney - have a good weekend :)
One more great job i am sure learning a lot from you
That's great to hear - you landed in the right spot if you want to learn the most efficient methods for auto body repair and skills that are used in body shops in and around the Metro Detroit area - today still and in the old days :)
Grea work as always!
Appreciate that - have a good weekend :)
Great job
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Nice work
Thanks 🛠👍😊
Class👏👍
Amazing results. Love watching your vids. 👍👍👍
Thanks 👍 - have a good week :)
What about the slag in the jamb you had to sand out and do something with?
If the door jamb gets damaged then you have to paint it - there's tricky ways to just paint the part you need w/o a hard tape line. I'll be doing a video or two on that topic. If you just get some excess filler in there that's easy to remove 'cause it's on shiny paint - You can "knock" it off with a piece of hard wood and a hammer or with your nail. I hope that is what you were asking about and it helped :)
Great for small dent. What do you do when a corner of the roof is caved in on an old F1 pickup? Thanks as always for the videos.
You can try a porta power - this video may help: Fast forward to the part where the quarter panel is being pushed out using a porta power. They're quite affordable at HF. Jerry
@@LakesideAutobody Thanks!
Great auto body videos. Thanks a ton
You're welcome Mike :)
Great work. Whats the name of the bar you use to pry out the dent?
It's called a Hustler Stick, Pogo Stick or Alignment Bar
@@LakesideAutobody okay thanks
Great job as always. Thanks for sharing.
Just a question, I have heard that welding today's car may damage the car's computers and electronics. If so, what precautions should be taken? Have you personally experienced any welding downside on electronics?
You're welcome K M - have a good week :)
They have tools for that too, but ofcourse, you could just take the electronics off just in case. Take the battery out for instance. You'll have to reset after plugging it in again.
Hi Jerry! Would you explain your thinking on why a stud welder wouldn't work. My first inclination would have been to weld a few studs along the body line and start working them. is it because, even though the dent is small, the crunched body line makes it too tough a pull for studs? Thanks!
You got it. Sometimes with dents like that you'll weld a stud or two and it either pulls the stud/studs off or rips them out. The area is too small to fit a bunch of studs in there too. This is not the greatest example either. Sometimes on rockers and other rigid areas it is just impossible to pull with a stud welder and you have to do it this way or even use larger sheet of metal welded on to pull from. Good thinking my friend :)
Good stuff! Thanks for the video!
You're welcome Phillip - have a good weekend :)
@@LakesideAutobody
Thanks you too!
You da Man !!!
Hi Jerry,
How would you tackle the same job but with an aluminum body
Everything would be the same except you'd have to get good at TIG welding or take apart the interior to get to the back and use a porta power. Also have to use epoxy primer and/or urethane primer surfacer to stick to the aluminum. I actually welded an aluminum snowmobile tunnel with this same Miller MIG (aluminum wire and straight argon) so maybe that would be a solution too. I never pulled a dent on aluminum yet - might be a good topic for a video. Thanks for the comment Al - have a good weekend :)
Nice job. What are your thoughts in POR15? Is it real good or is it junk?
If you are looking for something to paint over rust, it is probably one of the better products. I've never used it because I always had access to a good sand blaster and there was never a need to paint over rust. I will grab a gallon a do a video on that product though - always wanted to give it a try. Take is easy G M :)
@@LakesideAutobody oh , that would be a awesome video if you could do one. I would definitely, definitely watch that, just like your other ones. Once a again that really would be a great video
Thanks for the advice! It's going to cool to have my truck fixed up and looking great again!
edit: It's going to be cool to have my truck fixed up and looking great again!
Feel free to ask any ?s you have - I get to them every day :)
@@LakesideAutobody Thanks! I picked up a good 3M respirator with paint and particulate filters, and I should receive the rest of the stuff I need right after the fourth. I really appreciate your feedback. Have a great 4th!
@@SomeGuyInSandy You too 🧨🎆
Very cool!
Thanks Brooklyn - have a good weekend :)
@@LakesideAutobody You too, Jerry!
How much do you charge to do rusted door bottoms like for an example the 2010 Dodge Durango were know for?
Right now I'm booked up for some reason till next spring but a decent body shop might charge anything from 1000 on up for rocker replacement.
What did you use to grind down that paint so fast,and what kind of bondo?
Hi Robert, all of the tools and materials used is listed under the description of the video - ask again if you can't find it - Jerry
This could have been filled with Bondo and and flipped the same day it was bought
buddy what dent
Good job I will like to join you
Thanks for checking it out NK - that's nice of you to say. Merry 🎄😊
What if the dent was aluminum?
You can use an aluminum stud welder, porta power or TIG if you have those. The same process would be used. I'll see if I can get my hands on an aluminum stud welder and do a vid on that. Good suggestion Jerry :)
your awesome!
Thanks DD 😊
how to contact you for an estimate?
You can email me at the address under the "About" tab on the home page. I'm booked up until next spring but I can give you a few ideas - Jerry
Ya didnt show the finished product! Also when you're pulling the camera needs to be much closer.
You'll see it next week - Friday - you'll like it :)
@@LakesideAutobody Yay!
at baseball game damage
I don't think I saw anything in the dent featured in this video that indicated a need to use so much filler. I think it could have been pulled a few more times with glue on pads that would have sufficed. Personally I would have tried the entire repair without touching the paint but I don't want to be too critical. The PDR industry has become pretty impressive in the last few years
This type of damage cannot be repaired with glue tabs. It's way too rigid. You might be able to remove the interior and work it from the inside but that would take excessive time and risk breaking interior parts 🛠👍😊