Getting closer and closer to that quarter to trunk drop off connection! Cool to see the boss lady and the kids giving you a hand. Making some real special memories
Wow, nice work Rick , that's going to make it nice being able to separate the panels to get the bars welded in. the subframe connectors look to fit great.
Really enjoy the videos Rick! Fantastic job and great instruction with details. Tell Chase to be careful wearing the safety crocks!! Awesome seeing your son helping out!
Man I love this channel. You’re a great instructor. Just did a DSE rollbar and subframe connectors in a Camaro last month. Wish I saw this video. It was a lot of work but total satisfaction. I ended up not welding the front of the subframe connectors to the speedtech subframe. I ran 3 big bolts through the plug weld holes. Just in case for ease of removal. Sorry for the long comment. Your channel is AA++++
Thank you very much. Yes the custom stuff and all the components of these kits are challenging but I think the best stuff to put in t a first gen F body. Glad you got your already behind you. That was good thinking on the bolts I have one in the shop that is installed wrong which was done at a different shop I wish they bolted in. I am hoping i really never have to remove this one but just in case it just will be a little extra work.
I'm waiting patiently for you to weld in the roof panel, I have a 67 Camaro SS, that I have to change the roof panel and the sail panel, like the channel , great work too!!
You are right I did it in this video most of the time, might not look like it since everything is 6-8 time faster in timelapse it looks like I pull it out right away. I do pull it out sooner then the cup as there is less hat in the filler. Thanks for the comment.
Great video really enjoyed it. I have never Installed a roll cage Before, You definitely took the intimidation factor out. Thanks, keep the videos coming.
Nice! Should handle nicely and not become a flexi flyer in a year or two. Enjoy seeing a craftsman and showing these old cars the love they deserve and not just another butcher flipping them for a buck. 😎🤟
I think I have the color, I am trying to keep it a surprise and just in case I do change my mind. In my head the whole car is built already, but slightly change small things as I go along.
@@carthageclassiccars Understood! I believe that as you get closer to completion, the project begins to take on a personality and will let you know what it needs. Do you ever get into customizing the body, such as flaring fender and quarter openings, frenching in rear spoilers or adding hood scoops?
@@Six4691 Yes I do, right now building a custom "flat out" style spoiler on a 69 camaro. I shave bumpers all the time and have built many hood scoops mostly cowl hoods. I might do some of that with this car. The problem with me filming the custom stuff its a lot of trial and error so it doesn't translate well on videos like this. But check out my facebook page as I try and post more stuff then just these videos. If i do custom stuff this is the car I will try and film it
This is not my back seat as I borrowed it from another car but yes it has been modified. I will try and go over what has to be done if the rear seat ever arrives from being backordered from this car
Looks great man! I've been thinking about adding a simple roll cage to my 74 Challenger for a little bit of added security. This gives me some great ideas! Would you say the back seats are still accessible for kids to use?
Thanks a lot, I would consider the back seat unusable as bars would be right next to anyone's head for the most part. Could someone get back there, yes but I don't think its a good idea for safety.
@@carthageclassiccars interesting... well I'll keep an eye on your progress to see how it turns out. I'd really like a roll cage, but I want the back seat for my kids.
I will get back to it I promis as this car means more to me them most of the rest of them on the channel. Saying that life and business has changed lately for the better. There was an opportunity for me to build a new shop and expand my business so as of right now until my new shop is up and running all my money and spare time if anything is dedicated to that. I do have a few customer cars I am currently filming that pay the bills for you to enjoy in the future. This car has been put in a safe area and will be on it a lot more hopefully in the next 6 months to the point I will finish it to drive it to shows to enjoy with my family. I promise if you stick along and are patient you will see it again.
@@brdarley Thanks for pointing it out, I usually don't get too caught up in the wording details and was going back and forth between roll bar and cage. The idea and concept is the same, welding chromoly bar in a car.
Getting closer and closer to that quarter to trunk drop off connection! Cool to see the boss lady and the kids giving you a hand. Making some real special memories
Yes almost there and lucky to have them be a part of it for sure
So happy to see progress being made on the Firebird. Coming along very nice. Thank you for sharing Rick. Looking forward to the next episode !
Thanks for following along, I will try and get another one out on it shortly.
Wow, nice work Rick , that's going to make it nice being able to separate the panels to get the bars welded in. the subframe connectors look to fit great.
Thank you very much, yes I will be happy to be welding without all the panels around it.
Really enjoy the videos Rick! Fantastic job and great instruction with details.
Tell Chase to be careful wearing the safety crocks!! Awesome seeing your son helping out!
Thank you and yes I have to get him all the time about them in the garage, at least he has shoes on here I also have to fight that battle.
Man I love this channel. You’re a great instructor. Just did a DSE rollbar and subframe connectors in a Camaro last month. Wish I saw this video. It was a lot of work but total satisfaction. I ended up not welding the front of the subframe connectors to the speedtech subframe. I ran 3 big bolts through the plug weld holes. Just in case for ease of removal. Sorry for the long comment. Your channel is AA++++
Thank you very much. Yes the custom stuff and all the components of these kits are challenging but I think the best stuff to put in t a first gen F body. Glad you got your already behind you. That was good thinking on the bolts I have one in the shop that is installed wrong which was done at a different shop I wish they bolted in. I am hoping i really never have to remove this one but just in case it just will be a little extra work.
Another great vid Rick, keep em coming!
Thank you
I'm waiting patiently for you to weld in the roof panel, I have a 67 Camaro SS, that I have to change the roof panel and the sail panel, like the channel , great work too!!
It will hopefully be soon. I am not in a rush with this car but I do want the JIG from under it for the next project.
I was wondering how this car is coming along. Thanks for the update. It's going to turn out amazing!
Thank you very much
I wish I had your skills Rick.
Thank you!
Loving the videos. Thanks for sharing
You're welcome thanks for watching!
amazing job Rick, thanks for the video 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
You're welcome!
Always enjoy your video's, thanks man
You're welcome thanks for following along
Wow, thank you thank you thank you
You're welcome
When TIG welding, try and hold the filler wire in the gas cloud when done. It can get impurities just like the weld puddle can.
You are right I did it in this video most of the time, might not look like it since everything is 6-8 time faster in timelapse it looks like I pull it out right away. I do pull it out sooner then the cup as there is less hat in the filler. Thanks for the comment.
Great video really enjoyed it. I have never Installed a roll cage Before, You definitely took the intimidation factor out. Thanks, keep the videos coming.
Your welcome thanks a lot for the feedback.
Nice job ...good content....thanks
You're welcome
Great job Rick! I'm following this build and can't wait to see how the Firebird turns out.
Thanks a lot for following along and the comment
Always enjoy your vids. Thank you, looks fantastic!
Thank you very much!
Another excellent video with great information.
Thank you!
Good job the cage ! Lots of good tips
Thank you
Nice work, as usual.
Thank you!
Nice! Should handle nicely and not become a flexi flyer in a year or two. Enjoy seeing a craftsman and showing these old cars the love they deserve and not just another butcher flipping them for a buck. 😎🤟
Thank you very much!
When I got my 69 Firebird (in 69), I found the seat was to close to the steering wheel. I made extensions for the seat rails about 1 12"
I think I might have to do something similar as I remember driving this 20 plus years ago and feeling that way
Looks great! Love the frame connectors! Can’t wait to see your choice of color, any ideas yet?
I think I have the color, I am trying to keep it a surprise and just in case I do change my mind. In my head the whole car is built already, but slightly change small things as I go along.
@@carthageclassiccars
Understood! I believe that as you get closer to completion, the project begins to take on a personality and will let you know what it needs. Do you ever get into customizing the body, such as flaring fender and quarter openings, frenching in rear spoilers or adding hood scoops?
@@Six4691 Yes I do, right now building a custom "flat out" style spoiler on a 69 camaro. I shave bumpers all the time and have built many hood scoops mostly cowl hoods. I might do some of that with this car. The problem with me filming the custom stuff its a lot of trial and error so it doesn't translate well on videos like this. But check out my facebook page as I try and post more stuff then just these videos. If i do custom stuff this is the car I will try and film it
Rick, did you have to modify that rear seat frame to work with the Mini Tubs? Nice Work!
This is not my back seat as I borrowed it from another car but yes it has been modified. I will try and go over what has to be done if the rear seat ever arrives from being backordered from this car
The original front end was ENDURA. I'm guessing that's not re popped. Do they make a Fiberglass replacement?
The front light covers are original but everything on this firebird as far as sheet metal is aftermarket. They do make it
Looks great man! I've been thinking about adding a simple roll cage to my 74 Challenger for a little bit of added security. This gives me some great ideas! Would you say the back seats are still accessible for kids to use?
Thanks a lot, I would consider the back seat unusable as bars would be right next to anyone's head for the most part. Could someone get back there, yes but I don't think its a good idea for safety.
@@carthageclassiccars interesting... well I'll keep an eye on your progress to see how it turns out. I'd really like a roll cage, but I want the back seat for my kids.
What happened to the build?
I will get back to it I promis as this car means more to me them most of the rest of them on the channel. Saying that life and business has changed lately for the better. There was an opportunity for me to build a new shop and expand my business so as of right now until my new shop is up and running all my money and spare time if anything is dedicated to that. I do have a few customer cars I am currently filming that pay the bills for you to enjoy in the future. This car has been put in a safe area and will be on it a lot more hopefully in the next 6 months to the point I will finish it to drive it to shows to enjoy with my family. I promise if you stick along and are patient you will see it again.
That's a roll bar not a cage
Yes technically it is
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@@brdarley Thanks for pointing it out, I usually don't get too caught up in the wording details and was going back and forth between roll bar and cage. The idea and concept is the same, welding chromoly bar in a car.