This brings me back a few years when I installed a Mustang 2 front end in my 68 coupe. I ended up building a set of aluminum inner fenders which I was quite pleased with actually. I really enjoy your videos Kiwi.
it's been awhile since I was in youtube and am catching up with my subscriptions. Many months ago, I suggested you get a lapel mic, and I am REALLY happy to see you with one (and to hear what you are saying). Thank you. Now, off to enjoy another video of yours!
It's not about 1/16 of a inch, it's about quality of the work. Being anal about the dimensions keeps you in a mindset of not cutting corners everywhere. That's proper craftsmanship! Awesome results
If someone could invent some clamps that are self adjusting and easy to release with one hand. They could make a fortune. Cause anyone who does any kind of metal work knows just how frustrating it is to get those Vise-Grip type clamps to cooperate. Especially when you're trying to adjust and line up panels. They're always either too loose to hold, or too tight to release. It can drive you mad. Luckily I'm already mad, so...😂. Anyway, love watching the master at work. I don't have the means or facility to do much fabrication. But I enjoy being able to at least see it being done. Thanks for sharing Kiwi
@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 impressive how you start with virtually nothing and what you end up with. I have not forgotten that fastback mustang I just have not been in that area. In the last year
With a jigsaw puzzle the pieces can only fit one way... What you're doing Kiwi is taking pieces that could fit anyway you want. The real skill is making them fit the right way! Good eye Kiwi!😎
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 maybe put some kind of gasket between the plate so it doesn't rattle or scuff the paint work.. perhaps 2 way tape but don't remove it in 1 end .. glad to help.
A lot of shops have computerized measuring systems nowadays. I wonder if you could find a used set of self centering datum gauges to ensure your rail replacement were true. If your foundation is correct, as you say, you know you are on the right track. Keep up the good work.
It's nice having another car for reference. I bought a second 69 Dart when I restored mine. It was all rusted and I only gave $250 for it. Got some interior parts and a good instrument cluster from it, added bonus. When you go on time lapse....I call that "Kiwi's playhouse mode". 😂
Nice work mate, watching you do this is a reminder of why I have full frame cars; I can bolt them together but there’s no way I could do what you’re doing with a welder.
The factory used jigs your makeing it hard for yourself i would measure everything up tek screw all the inner panels in place (put a tack weld where you cant get a screw) and brace it all soid then hang the gards and hood plus front panel to be sure everything lines up with the correct gaps takes a long time but its worth it 😊😊😊😊😊
The Ship of Theseus is starting to take shape! 😁 Those must be pretty high quality replacement panels...in the aircooled VW world all I hear is how poorly most replacement panels fit these days...
I like those torque boxes you've installed Massive structural improvement Over stock OEM What kind of weldable primer Are you using ? I like your Pneumatic hole puncher
The torque boxes are the single biggest improvement you can make on an early mustang!! It's a zinc one, I'll have to check on the brand. Hole punch is off EBay go for one with the 5/16 punch, the cheap ones are usually only 1/4. Big difference !!
I'm using an Eastwood 175 set on D and 3.5 wire speed. 10 liters per minute flow. That wire speed might be a bit slow for learning with but try not go beyond 4.5 Experiment with wire speed and amps, if a setting is not working for you adjust either way until it feels better for you.
Hi Chris. Thanks for posting another awesome video. Having those fender side panels unboltable is an excellent idea. What do you do regarding the VIN numbers now that the inner fenders have been replaced? Cheers, Steve (New Zealand).
Who's Bob???? Why, Bob's your Uncle! And Fanny's your Aunt. LOL Lot of fiddley bits there. Do you not do any diagonal measuring? Just to insure squareness? You've done one, you've done twice as many as I have. So, I'm sure you will get it right. Yeah, good to see Kevin again.
A notorious pair Bob and Fanny ! With that new chassis and core support it really couldn't be anything but square but typically yes, diagonal measure 😉. Cheers mate😎👍
LOL, no it's a rotisserie made by Rolla Hoop. Check them out here. www.rollerhoop.com it's an awesome bit of kit!!! So much better than the traditional rotisseries.
Respectfully, I disagree with "if you're foundation is a quarter inch off, then the whole house is a quarter inch off" - only because those measurements at the base have a funny way of becoming bigger issues as you build up from there.
Chris, I admire the fact that you show the entire process instead of glossing over the details like so many others do. Thank you for that.
Thanks man, it's a balance between being informative and being boring😁....😎👍
So many parts that actually do fit, sorta mostly, . Great title. Jigsaw
Those 16ths are the difference between amazing work and ok work.
Thanks man!!
This is an amazing project.
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
It great to follow along with the Swiss cheese project. Thanks for sharing! 👍
@@stevesadusky8634 thanks Steve
@ thanks for watching, glad your enjoying it!!
Master craftsman at work, and a super nice guy as well!!!! Thanks for the great videos!!!!!
Thanks for the kind words bud!!
This brings me back a few years when I installed a Mustang 2 front end in my 68 coupe. I ended up building a set of aluminum inner fenders which I was quite pleased with actually. I really enjoy your videos Kiwi.
Awesome, thanks for watching!!
Mr. B. Here ! 🍸🍸👀😎👍 : Sunday Swiss Cheese ! Very cool
Cheees mate 😁😎👍
Great work as always 😎👍
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
Bloody master in action, 😂 certainly looks the part ,excellent information, thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
That 1/16th of an inch is the difference between someone doing it and someone doing it right - and you care about doing it right!👍😉
Many hours of labor on that! Yes, I would bolt those side apron sections in also. Got to have access for service and instalation. Great job!
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
it's been awhile since I was in youtube and am catching up with my subscriptions. Many months ago, I suggested you get a lapel mic, and I am REALLY happy to see you with one (and to hear what you are saying). Thank you. Now, off to enjoy another video of yours!
It's really coming together nicely your dead right about taking the time to get parts fitting just spot on
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
It's like playing with Leggos when you where a kid
It's not about 1/16 of a inch, it's about quality of the work. Being anal about the dimensions keeps you in a mindset of not cutting corners everywhere. That's proper craftsmanship! Awesome results
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
Looks like this is going to be a great build, nice attention to detail.... I like that "eye"crometer, never hear that one before..TMD
If someone could invent some clamps that are self adjusting and easy to release with one hand. They could make a fortune. Cause anyone who does any kind of metal work knows just how frustrating it is to get those Vise-Grip type clamps to cooperate. Especially when you're trying to adjust and line up panels. They're always either too loose to hold, or too tight to release. It can drive you mad. Luckily I'm already mad, so...😂.
Anyway, love watching the master at work. I don't have the means or facility to do much fabrication. But I enjoy being able to at least see it being done.
Thanks for sharing Kiwi
I'd buy a set clamps like that!!! It'd help hang on to those last shreds of sanity🤪. Thanks for watching !!
Swiss cheese 🧀 has fewer openings.🤣 But you are making great progress. Will look fantastic when complete ✅
Cheers mate, getting there!!😎👍
@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 impressive how you start with virtually nothing and what you end up with. I have not forgotten that fastback mustang I just have not been in that area. In the last year
@CAROLDDISCOVER-2025 cool, let me know😁
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 👍
With a jigsaw puzzle the pieces can only fit one way... What you're doing Kiwi is taking pieces that could fit anyway you want. The real skill is making them fit the right way! Good eye Kiwi!😎
Thanks Glen !!
Those 10 bolts can be welded in to the panel this way you can remove the nuts whenever you remove the wheel. Im sure kiwi knows
Gulfy, that's a really good idea bud!! I hadn't thought of that....!!! Thanks👍👍😎
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 maybe put some kind of gasket between the plate so it doesn't rattle or scuff the paint work.. perhaps 2 way tape but don't remove it in 1 end .. glad to help.
10:57 made me smile. I worked with a fellow known as "Bondo Bob." Some say he could have been a sculptor, but for the fates and fickle fortunes.
Yeah I could've been a movie star if it weren't for that fate and fickle fortune....🤪🤣😂
beautifull,thanks Kiwi!!
Thank you for watching!!! 😁😎👍
Nice work Chris
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
5:20 If, you cant get here on time, get here when you can.😄 I'm sure, he was there precisely, when he meant to be.
He was, I was just giving him shit!😂😎👍
@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160😂
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Thanks man and thanks for watching !!
A lot of shops have computerized measuring systems nowadays. I wonder if you could find a used set of self centering datum gauges to ensure your rail replacement were true. If your foundation is correct, as you say, you know you are on the right track. Keep up the good work.
This old dog is is happy with his tape measure and his eyecrometer😁 It would make it easier though...🤔
Great video 👍!!! I learned a ton. One huge problem though, I can still see a little bit of the original car. You gotta do something about that. 😅
🤣😂 it's a bit like that😁😎👍
It's nice having another car for reference. I bought a second 69 Dart when I restored mine. It was all rusted and I only gave $250 for it. Got some interior parts and a good instrument cluster from it, added bonus. When you go on time lapse....I call that "Kiwi's playhouse mode". 😂
It sure is !! 😁😎👍
SHINE BRIGHT KIWI!!💥💪
AUSTRALIA!!!🤍💙❤️💥👊
Cheers mate!!
Nice work mate, watching you do this is a reminder of why I have full frame cars; I can bolt them together but there’s no way I could do what you’re doing with a welder.
Thanks man and thanks for watching!!
I’m sorry if something happened between you and UTG. You two were really cool together on video.
Yes it's a shame money was put ahead of friendship...
The factory used jigs your makeing it hard for yourself i would measure everything up tek screw all the inner panels in place (put a tack weld where you cant get a screw) and brace it all soid then hang the gards and hood plus front panel to be sure everything lines up with the correct gaps takes a long time but its worth it 😊😊😊😊😊
As many of these mustangs as Kiwi does it probably would be best if he just built the jigs to do it factory style.lol
The Ship of Theseus is starting to take shape! 😁 Those must be pretty high quality replacement panels...in the aircooled VW world all I hear is how poorly most replacement panels fit these days...
They did fit pretty well ! Cheers Chris !!
There's no engine bay?!... my God, you're right!
Stating the obvious I guess🤪🤪👍
I like to bolt the fender on before welding. Then x check the hood opening
With the new chassis and core support in square it's gonna be square 👍😎😁
Pretty close is good enough 😂😂😂
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Nick, I'm hoping that one day I'll put out an interesting enough video to get a whole paragraph for a comment from you !! 😜😜😂👍👍
I like those torque boxes
you've installed
Massive structural improvement
Over stock OEM
What kind of weldable primer
Are you using ?
I like your Pneumatic hole puncher
The torque boxes are the single biggest improvement you can make on an early mustang!! It's a zinc one, I'll have to check on the brand. Hole punch is off EBay go for one with the 5/16 punch, the cheap ones are usually only 1/4. Big difference !!
Kiwi, I'm suprised the company that made the core support, didnt put at least one verticle bead roll on each side, to stiffen it up.
I thought that too, the radiator mounts will stiffen it up some though 😎👍
👌💯 🪶🥝⭐ Rooly Choice Kiwi.
Geez cobber what are ya tryin to say 😜😂🤣
Mabey i commented to soon and you are on top of it hope it all goes well😅😅
I've done a few now so I'm fairly confident it'll be good !!😁😎👍
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 keep plodding on mate
@garrypritchard1658 I was plodding a bit on Saturday. This six days a week stuff wears on you....
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 yes mate take it easy get out and enjoy life
I forgot to thank you for adding kev!!!!❤
Kev shirts should be available next week😁😎👍
@@stevesadusky8634 kev came in and disappeared LoL.
Reminder Folks Kiwi live chat on Tuesday 8pm .
Cheers mate, I meant to say that in the video but forgot🙄😎👍
Just learning to weld, looks like I have the same welder, curious of your settings and gas pressure
I'm using an Eastwood 175 set on D and 3.5 wire speed. 10 liters per minute flow. That wire speed might be a bit slow for learning with but try not go beyond 4.5 Experiment with wire speed and amps, if a setting is not working for you adjust either way until it feels better for you.
@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 thanks
The coil spring cover might help if you put it on!
Hey Kiwi, are you doing the final paint on this?
Project looks great. Coming right along.
No, not painting it 😁
What a luxury being able to do this sort of work on cars without having to prove yourself time and time again to the appointed know it alls .
It really is!! It would be hard to come back to NZ now and operate under those conditions....
It really is!! It would be hard to come back to NZ now and operate under those conditions....
Hi Chris. Thanks for posting another awesome video. Having those fender side panels unboltable is an excellent idea. What do you do regarding the VIN numbers now that the inner fenders have been replaced? Cheers, Steve (New Zealand).
Who's Bob???? Why, Bob's your Uncle! And Fanny's your Aunt. LOL
Lot of fiddley bits there. Do you not do any diagonal measuring?
Just to insure squareness? You've done one, you've done twice as many as I have.
So, I'm sure you will get it right.
Yeah, good to see Kevin again.
A notorious pair Bob and Fanny ! With that new chassis and core support it really couldn't be anything but square but typically yes, diagonal measure 😉. Cheers mate😎👍
Noice measures, lots of patience. Who's Bob ?
That's my question!! 😁😎👍
👍👍🙂🇨🇦
Cheers mate!
Would it be prudent to make up a jig for this? Especially if you do this occasionally?
It could be yes !
Thats gonna be a hi dollar musting Kiwi ,, Looking good though
Yeah it is!!😎👍
What's the 6' circular hoop over by the wall for? It looks like part of a UFO project you're working on...
LOL, no it's a rotisserie made by Rolla Hoop. Check them out here. www.rollerhoop.com it's an awesome bit of kit!!! So much better than the traditional rotisseries.
Do you need to have the structural work signed off by an engineer? As they do here in Australia .
No mate ya don't ! That's not really a good thing either. Some pretty awful work driving around out there ....
Respectfully, I disagree with "if you're foundation is a quarter inch off, then the whole house is a quarter inch off" - only because those measurements at the base have a funny way of becoming bigger issues as you build up from there.
That's true, it can multiply out further for sure but seldom gets better.....
Are the rings behind you for rolling a body upside down?
Yes! It's called a Rolla-Hoop. American made and it works extremely well!! 😁😎👍
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It’s gone from Swiss cheese, to cheeseburger with THE LOT (no, I don’t know where the burger part fits in, but 🤷♂️)
She Fillet Mignon before long!! 😜😎👍
I'm glad you use fractions.. the metric system is for girly boys
You know the Marine's use the Metric system.... just sayin....😜😎👍
@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 lol. Like I said
You said squared and in the right place, but you never showed an x check of the hood opening.
With the new chassis and core support installed exactly square the rest falls into place 😎👍