THEY LOOK INSANE! [ Wide Body Honda Swapped VW Beetle / Bug ]
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Judgemental? Bro, I love what you're doing. You're experimenting, trying, failing, and continuing. This project is ambitious and it looks awesome so far.
So happy and impressed with the addition of an English Wheel to your shop, Preston. Using it well is a dying art with digital everything these days. Give yourself some time. When you master it, customizers from all around will beat a path to your door...
See, you did it again. Every time I think something looks great, or will soon, you undo it all and make it look even better. Those fenders look so much better than I could've imagined. Great work man. Looks stellar 👌
I remember the start of the jeep where you could hardly keep a flat area flat, now your straight up fabbing fenders. The progression has really started to add up! Keep it up
I’m happy with how much I’ve learned, I’m glad I don’t have to make the same 278 mistakes again though 🤣
@@GARAGEIdiotS While watching You do make many creative fabrication parts, pieces, etc. and especially this pair of rear fenders for the MR2/VW/Bug, it 'dawned' on me that You would be very good with fiberglass and carbon-fiber fabrication.
have You considered learning, developing and perfecting this set of skills also?
It seems having someone in the area there with such skills, work, creativity, focus, desire for perfection would be very valuable and desirable with much work, thus profit too.
It seem You would also have much better results and the process with fabricating these desired, custom fender shapes using fiberglass or carbon-fiber.
They would also be much lighter too.
If You would Just, Imagine what You could achieve with this MR2/VW/Bug, a shell for the Miata, all of Your vehicles and others too. Wouldn't it be Grand ? !!
Perhaps if You view the Street Bandito channel, You could view Tim doing some of his projects and getting some ideas, encouragement and perhaps contacting him for assistance, help, advice, guidance and whatever is necessary.
All The Best and Much Success in Your Quest, Health, Happiness and Well Being.
Sincerely
@@newtonfirefly3584 I like that idea… thank you
@@GARAGEIdiotS Am hopeful that You will be able to have use, and benefit from the suggestion.
Am confident You will be excellent with this work too.
Sincerely
Man - none of us know what we are doing, love watching the process of figuring it out.
As another kswap, MR2 owner in Colorado - I look forward to seeing this thing in the flesh once it's 'done'
Hopefully we’ll make it to the next PSCA in 2 weeks 😵💫
@@GARAGEIdiotS Am personally looking forward to seeing Your posted vlogs with the entire Team and All of the vehicles at the next PSCA
-this MR2/VW/Bugs, Miata, etc.
Admittedly, am a little disappointed You'All didn't make it there for the first one, last weekend, but, it is understandable.
Am also thinking the PFI Team-Squad were hoping and expecting You'All there, but also are aware of Your situation.
The PFI Team-Squad, especially Brent and Jaime are very excited to assist, help and see You'All there for the next PSCA event too.
All The Best and Much Success in Your Quest, Health, Happiness and Well Being.
Sincerely
Bug gotta big ol butt! Looks awesome! I was going to mention you taking the hard route with those 72ish fenders in the previous vid, but didn't want to ruin your day. LOL
Finally you bought an English wheel metal shaper, give it time and you will master it.
Now the fenders are really looking great, in black with blue accent they will look even better.
Try to make a solid table, working on the floor is not ideal.
Take care Preston.
Thanks Michel! And yea bench would be cool but lol
This is turning out better than I ever imagined. Super impressed with English wheel work. Speaking as someone whom can't even weld or do bodywork (tried once and realized it's an artform I need to leave to pros), but hey I can use a cut off wheel, it's really cool watching you push on through the learning curve, and really gaining new skills. Great job Preston.
Awesome.An 'English Wheel' added to your shop.The right tool is always important,and you've proved you're an awesome tool.The fenders are really looking good.Judging by your travel video,you have big fans everywhere.Even the Police want your autograph.Weld on your crazy diamond!
You're learning a ton from this build, the fenders are looking good. Welcome drop kick Mena to the 'hood lol.
Every advancement in your skillset will encourage future you to push the envelope further.
The more you learn, the more there is to learn.
Great stuff, bud!!
glad to see you broke out a sheet metal roller to finish the metalwork on those curves, loved watching your process
Haven't watched for a while tbh, but really impressed by the work in this episode bud, the English wheel was a great splurge
I know I am a week behind on my videos but I have to tell you something man. You dont know how good it feels for you to keep proving what I could see long ago and telling you. Master fab man in the making. Nothing to be prouder then teaching your self. You Fu___en awesome man!!!!!
Dude thank you. I’m sorry this channel moves slower that we all would like, but I appreciate your support and compliments more than you know. Take care man
Hey big guy hello from Canada!! I love all your projects that you throw all of yourself into to because you prove that if anyone feels inspired they should go for it and see what they can create to. The wide body is coming along so nice and everything you try is experience good or bad it still counts. One thing that would make your forming easier in the future is if you made a wood frame skeleton to shape onto. That way all you do is copy the frame pieces and put it all together in the reverse of the first one. If you are curious I would be happy to send you some examples pics and drawings to show how easy it works. You will be able to make mirrored big or small parts or panels easier and faster with way less frustration. :-) I can't wait to see in the next episode what you have planned. The race days you also featured are a super way for you to take a quick break to recharge your batteries and also show off your friends accomplishments as well. Its a good thing mini-van engines are easy to find. Keep up the awesome content my friend.
Fenders look awesome. Trial and error but learning from past mistakes is how we learn. Keep pressing forward Preston. The bug is coming along great!
Now you are getting back to your basics. Trial and error learning a new tool. The more you use that English wheel the better you are going to get. Looks killer from my lazy boy! You seem happier. Keep going!
Man this thing is coming together. Remember the first bug build compared to this 😀
Awsome job. Always great to do something new from scratch and make it yourself.
You chose the right fenders to widen haha well done
I like it, “rough arse fab at it’s finest” (your next t shirt slogan) perhaps think about making a fibreglass buck for some moulds because the proportions look pretty good and will be mint with a bit of a fettle. “Retropower” on here did a Morris minor and widened the wings- they are really good to watch for tips. Keep up the good work Preston 🎉
One of the best ways to widen a set of VW fenders is to have 2 sets. Cut the flange off of one, and lay it over the other one mounted to the car. Tack it in position, then cut away the remnants underneath. I'd give you a couple sets if we were local!
That was a thought! I couldn’t find another set for a decent price haha
@GARAGE IdiotS Bummer! Well, you fabricobbled something good! ** Go with it! :)
The right tools make all the difference. Learning on production parts is hard, though😁
English Wheel & Mena moving in next door. Power moves ! 💪🏽 keep investing in yourselves.
I absolutely love the fact that you have no idea what the hell you are doing but jump in head first figuring it out. It might not be the correct or best way but it's your way. The car looks fantastic. Keep up the good work. 👍
Is it perfect? No, but you never claimed to it to be or to be an expert. I love how they are coming out, fantastic work Preston. English wheel is an amazing addition to your workshop
Thanks dude!
Loving your process and perseverance.
Give it a try, fail, try again, better, try once more, you’re getting there. It’s why I subscribed.
Keep going, the bug is looking great 👍
Thank you! This one almost beat me haha
Good for you for having a go at some wheeling on the English wheel, it is amazing what some talent can do to a sheet of steel, takes ages to learn but you have to start somewhere, keep it up.
I love your youthful enthusiasm. It was earned. Congrats
Look at you English Wheel Boy - you are killin' it. Good job!
Looks great...now front looks like it's missing. It really needs front fenders also to not look so weird
"What is the riddle of steel?" If I don't know it, he will cast me out of Valhalla and laugh at me. That's Crom, strong on his mountain!
Brother I gotta give it to you the production value of what you do and your ability alone Have literally taken leaps and bounds. I have been watching you for years now basically since the beginning holy shit you have such a long way
It looks far better than anything you have done to this point. You are definitely on to something. Run with it.
Keep on doing what you're doing. Its looking good and this video was fun to watch.
I feel like that would have beat a lot of people, fair play for keeping at it and getting it done.
Very impressive. Fenders look great. Can't wait to seen them painted.
Your video editing keeps getting better
Thank you! I really like the editing part!
Keep it up. You got this. I love the bug and wish I had space to do what your doing. It looks good.
hey P! thanks for the vids.. bug is looking good so keep at it no break for u . lol . im thinking the wing it in solid metal isnt working for ya and its hard to undo ...try the welding rod method tack an end where it is good the other end the same get a few parallel and decide if its working or not and adjust as necessary drape some fabric on it if you need to see cheaper and quicker cad "caveman aided design" system .. i still say check out some dusenburges
I got to say your skills are getting better. Keep on learning everything you can.
Dude, none of us are here to judge, how can we judge when the majority of us won’t ever try half of what you’ve done on this channel?
The bug is bugging you but that’s why you love the damn thing anyway, part of this whole series is purely down to the journey and that’s what we all love!
You’re striving to create something that’s unique and truly your own, that’s what we love about this channel 👌🏻
Love the creativity and imagination you have that u thought of using harley fenders and making them wideri ser wat ur trying to do I think its a awesome idea and will look fucking awesome wen its all done
Looks spot on dude. Awesome work.
Hammer the sheet metal on a seat cushion to prevent all the extra dings. leather bag filled with sand if you can swing it.
If you made a dish in the top of a log and beat the metal into the general shape then used the English wheel to smooth it out. Also try using a piece of a car tube on the top wheel to give it more of a crown. See japhands customs for good information videos.
I really enjoyed this video it reminded me of the videos you made when you was building the Corvette Jeep.. those were good times... I have missed that person that you were back then I see your back ..that's great
Good to hear, I miss it too
Awesome work brother!
shaping metal like that isn't easy especially if you haven't done it before you did a very very good job
Missed you Preston. good job. If there is no wind you cannot fly a Kite.
Those came out awesome!
Hell yeah! Followed since before the beginning of this... haha! But being a custom VW nut I love this thing!
Intro was hilarious
👍
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Still one of my fave car guy RUclips channels even though it’s a smaller one
Dude right way wrong way who cares if it gets the job done bodywork wise it's your own car. Hats off to you for achieving what you did 👍
Great editing and music man!
It's getting there ! I can tell you've been watching Bad Chad , I can tell with the spot welding and the air gun ?
Mayyybe haha
Keep the good work!
The way you used that tire to form the metal, try one of the rubber balls that Tractor supply sells they have a handle on them so you can mount it in your vise to keep it still. My uncle used something similar and formed a lot of panels for restorations, hammering shit out from a vision instead of using a mold/pattern is time consuming as hell. How many hours did you end up with in those fenders lol?
herby went bananas now herbys gone Honda b waiting for the movie
Solid work! I love them! The curves were definitely needed.
That shit is sick. Love how you think and yes I think it’s going to be amazing as long as you don’t refine it to perfection. Keep it ratty.👍❤️🇨🇦
Preston, all the fail makes the success so much sweeter.
Love it man. Keep Doing you
Oh shiiiit! English wheel?! You are really stepping your game up!
have you Thought of making a mold out of your fenders. Just cake the bondo till you like it. Wax it with Johnson's floorpaste wax and fiberglass it. Then the fiberglass makes your mold. That way in the future when this is running 8's you can go carbon fiber.
That’s definitely an idea for the future!!
The bug is amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥
The freaking English wheel Has got to be one of your smartest purchases also one of your most frustrating
NICE!!!!!! I love it!! haha Nice job.. Has anybody ever told u that u a lil goofy b4?? HAHA dude dont stop tho either!! haha Love that too!!!!
Easiest and better way to fill those massive taillights hole is use fiberglass on the inside of the fender then use bondo on the outside primer and paint no one will even know there was a light or rather a massive hole
get a cheap shrinker stretcher it will help with the edges afer the english wheel
Agreed haha I learned that half way through thinking “why isn’t this working” haha
Looks great for a first attempt!
Wow, that was inspiring!! Looking good.
I fix my self like that a lot u could use ca glue or pvc primer. The primer stings like fire tho and ca glue was ment for wounds do yah but if ur in a pinch
kinda want to see the skillet version. 😁
seriously though, it's looking really great!
They are looking good so far 👍👍🇨🇱
What was the first song you used in this video? I love the hell out of it.
Great watching you learn something new, But did you know that They make fiberglass wide fenders. I had 3in wide ones on my 71 supercharger super beetle. Keep up the great content
Yea I almost bought some, the problem is I had to cut the fender on the side where it bolts to the body and move some parts around just to get it to bolt up (because of all the other carnage we did to the bug body it tweaked some stuff) so I didn’t want to spend $450 on fenders I had to cut haha
@@GARAGEIdiotS yeah it might have taking just as long anyways, the ones I got didn't come predrilled and took some persuasion with the beltsander and bondo to fit flush . But looking good Luis
Fenders look great
Awesome job
Thanks Craig!
@@GARAGEIdiotS
Love the build
Car looks awesome
more like garage geniuses bro!! so cool
Looking awsome, love the channel 💪👍
Next time make a wire buck, makes things a lot easier
If you end up liking one side better than other. Then make mould or have someone 3D scan it. Then a skilled,yes I said skilled, (sorry) body tech could do a mirrored duplicate. Then spend gobs of money on carbon fiber version of them.
Like I said in a previous this is like some garage intellect results
Can't wait! Its going to be epic....
I really like it too. Looks awesome.
Nice job! I thought I was watching a Bad Chad video.
Booya!
looks SWEET!!!!
Great video bro
keep the videos coming
Next project, make the whole body out of carbon fiber 🤣👍🏻
ok, the english wheel is a great idea... nexk a shrinker/stretcher. but i have to say... MY idea for the BIG fendres is working nicely... tie it all in with pair of running boards/side skirts for areo, abd the will be fun... metal work Master: Cold War Motors .. on yt... check him out.
Go for the wide fibreglass ones
Awesome job
Keep it up!! Going to look amazing! :D
good job l'Am happy to see that
Grace Church should be having a seminar on "STi wings belong on STis" not "Pure Sex"
Good Job
Went from not knowing what your doing to knowing slightly more
Halfway through and my stoner brain thinks, "isn't it interesting that he's using an English Wheel to shape fenders on a German car with a Korean drivetrain in a workshop in the United States. How multicultural is that?"
Oh, and ROCK N ROLL! Those fenders looking bloody awesome!
Korean?
Hahahaha
Have you try lead to fill low spots?
I have not
Jesus, still working on them fugly fenders? How many years has that been now? Check out CSP or Glass-Action. Your fingers will thank you for it.
I’ve never done fenders on the bug lol