just sale the car you wasted your time here in the states that car is 60 to 70 k car DD speed shop norm you are just fucking it up that car deserves better than that
Hey, I’m 75 yrs old, from Missouri. I have been watching you for a few years . I first notice you when you were making 4 door 57 Chevys into 2 door hard tops. I must say I have enjoyed your work and I love that you don’t have to have everything show quality. You like it as a driver. There is so much to be said for that. I would not feel comfortable driving a show a car every day and every where I go, knowing you are making it not perfect by driving it, so I say why have car that it’s to perfect to drive. Hang in there, you make it look like fun, I know that it’s not alway fun but a lot of use out here are in your shop with you and we are enjoying the ride with you!👍
You'd be surprised how many of us 🇺🇸 Americans like watching folks on RUclips do paint and Bodywork it's like a tutorial... It's Such is Life here toooooooo.
It's amazing how much you have accomplished in such a short time, 😮 you have done a professional job, in my opinion 😂 sorry better than a professional, their opinion is what you don't see don't need to be done, 😢 thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
But 80 percent of projects don't get finished. I sold a 72 Gran Torino sport in 2007 that was a great running driving car solid no rust but still needed paint. That car came up for sale on marketplace 6 months ago and it looked worse than when I sold it and didn't even run.
I am amazed at the hours you put in on any of your projects. Keeping a full time job, making videos and just the time involved in searching for parts then the labor to install. That is what keeps me watching.
Hi Dan, I live in Michigan let me tell ya we couldn’t find a car that reasonable like I’m looking at one now for 3700 no floor no trunk needs quarters you’re basically buying a bin anyway I’m glad you’re doing this work because I’m living through you vicariously Makes me think do I want to jump into that pool as far as you turning that 68 into a 69 I think what you should do is get that car running that you have put your flat black paint job on it sell it, put that other car together towards together, sell it and then go get a 69. I think it would be happier. Anyway, it’s your money your car you do it the way you want to, tell Danny hello for me your friend, Mark Reid
As an old chevy guy from that era i love the fact you kept the car going strong. Seeing these in the junk yard hurts my soul. Keep up the struggle and keep sharing it with us , no matter what you do to it its yours. Good investment in your next driver. I have owned a 64 impala and a 77 nova i miss both and hope someone like you has found them and kept them alive, they were both running and driving when i sold them.
that camaro looks bad ass,you did a mountain of work..........we appreciate it and understand this wasnt cheap or easy DD speed shop is my #1 youtube automotive show
@@DDSpeedShop so far the AMD stuff fits pretty good, I’m not doing quarters tho so can’t say on those. They just came out with the 1970 Plymouth B body deck lid - it is $850 usd !!
@@TLDLTD I have a ‘68. All them deck lids are impossible to find in rustfree condition… or at all! To think… how many 4 doors I saw in the junkyards back in the 80’s that had the exact same trunk lids, and never grabbed any. 😀
I'd love to see this car done similar to the first nomad, flat black, rat rod style, just a driver quality hotrod. The first Gen Camaro to me is pretty close to the top of the pile of cool cars. And you've done a great job resurrecting this one Edit: I put that comment before you said you're thinking about doing the DD body work and satin black, I see great minds think alike 😂
Whenever my old man and I get into some kind of fab project on my race car he always says "no matter which way we attack this, about halfway through we'll think it would have been easier to do it another way" and he's been at this crap 65 years. So, the live and learn process never ends.
Yes! Satin Black for the body, Gloss black stripe and gloss black pinstriping. Use steel wheels up front the cast aluminum wheels have to go. poverty caps all around. You have done a miracle transformation with this car. BRAVO!
I think you chose the harder option by going for the 67 before the 68. I appreciate the transparency in your efforts and in showing how you get burned out. Yet you keep going - and give credit to your RUclips family. Thanks, Professor. God bless you
I personally would not mess up a 68' to make a 69'. Mainly because I don't like the 69'. 68 is my favorite, then 67'. My dad had a 67', and it was a lot of fun. I'm glad you saved these cars. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing your life and hard Knox. Enjoy your videos 📹. Ultimately, it is your stuff, and you do what you like. I'm fine with it. 😊
Don't worry, Dan.The real car fans, Camaro and otherwise will back you up on this.I think you did a fantastic job bringing it back from a rusty wreck.All it maybe needs is a good shade of midnight blue.You deserve whatever good fortune the sale brings!😊
I think your assessment how sheet metal goes together and how to surface a car are defiantly worth it. Getting 2 cars in workable shape for $7500 US is amazing. Been building classics since the 80's and it has gotten insane to restore even a single car. Expect to spend north of 40k in parts and sheet metal even if you do the work.
I love the idea of turning the '68 Camaro into a '69. The '69 is my favorite of the 1st generation Camaro's. I like the wheels on your '67 but like you said, Cragar's always look right.
@@Chevelle602 - Just like you, I have an opinion. I like the idea. Never heard of anybody doing it before. If anybody can do the swap, Dan can. Don't tell me you're unhappy about my opinion. I'm not the one thinking of turning a '68 into a '69 body style. The '69 is the best looking of the 1st Gen Camaro's. If Dan wants to do it, it's none of your business. I'm sure Dan would sell you the car for$10,000 or $20,000 so you could build the car how you want.
Trust me, l did a ton of camaros in a shop several years ago and your spot on about buying a vin and building it from the ground up. What a time suck! And every time, we were ready to do something different especially when it came time for the little final touches. Carry on my friend. Oh, and I like the satin black with the gloss black stripe over the hood and fenders. NICE
The condition of the ‘67 before you started fixing it, they go for around $6500 USD down here in Kansas. That is also without all the bits and pieces, basically a rotted shell. If I ever get the notion, I will just buy one of those repop shells and go from there. My wife wouldnt allow another project at the moment anyhow.
Remember, you only look at a side one at a time, I love how all these people that have nasty comments, but in the end it's all about you and your visions of the car. Keep doing want you do!
Wow one of the best videos on explaining the financials of restorations/rebuilds never looked at it in this perspective sadly it discourages many of us from attempting this.....well done Sir 👍🏼
I agree with what you said. I’m a body man. 30 years in. I like doing all the metal work. I’d probably get it to where you are at right now and then not want to mud it. And for me , I don’t wanna watch someone body work something either. Fluff it up, hit it with some dark colored epoxy sealer and go drive it.
I said it before, you have really worked your ass off with this car. I love how it's looking, the wheels, satin black, both rear tires smoking 👌. I can't wait to see you enjoying this car bro👍👍
I have built several cars and trucks, same condition. I have never been the type to buy someone else build. It's not so much the money its more the work and being proud of it. I think your doing great, I am proud your Canadian, also it is fun to park beside the guy bragging he paid 50 k for his car, then say I got probably 12- 13 k in mine and its done right, looks better and actually is driven. Recently sold an F 250. Nothing special but I restored it to 7/10. Delivering it I was stopped for gas. Gentleman came over and he said" man you did some job on that" wow I remember these new. Let him spend some time telling me his memories and details. Biggest compliment I eve got. I was struggling to get through that truck as you are with this car and I get it. Keep on, were rooting for you in NB!
Great video!!! You very eloquently explained what so many folks have no clue about, the time, the labor, the money, the soul sucking drain on your attitude to keep going!! Very nicely done.
Sounds like a decent deal to me.. kinda sounds like the 68 might have been a better start. I understand being burned out on it. Thats a lot of time into it.. You're a braver man than i am.. that much work would scare the heck out of me..
Ok, long time watcher and dedicated promoter of DD’s Speed Shop. Dan you have done nothing but good, some even great so the few mistakes overall still makes this project a huge win. If she runs around in satin black for a couple seasons that’s fine, but I would really love to see this thing in the original Deep Water Blue with white nose stripe. Never give up.
Satin black is a perfect choice for paint, no front bumper makes it look so tuff. I took mine off a couple years ago and love the look. Keep up the great work and I can't wait to see your 67 on the road, you'll have a lot of fun driving it around.
There is no reason to give it a show car paint job because eventually you’re gonna use it as a workbench anyway! 😂😂😂 keep going in the direction you’re going and it’s going to be a cool hot rod Camaro!
@@DDSpeedShop@DDspeedshop How much for the 10 bolt rear end and what does it need and I'm assuming it's positrack? I'm in KY in the US but not in a hurry
Dan I appreciate your telling the bottom line on not only the money but the labor time involved.Youve opened my eyes in my quest to get a 69 firebird to recreate my 1st car.I think now I'm gonna look south for as solid of a body as I can find.Most you tubers won't tell the money involved or the time and labor of a project their working on so thank you.
Awesome visit Dan. Yea, you have spent your money wisely. I am surrounded by projects that beg attention. Due to my age and health I work on them in spurts. Diversity keeps me fired up. I still think that making an early Firebird out of the 68 would be great.
DAN, at least now, YOU definitely know that the car is rust free and the work WAS DONE RIGHT. A lot of people buy the pretty cars with a ton of money only to find out that it's all fiberglass or botched work. YOU were able to pick up TWO 1960's Camaros on the cheap and had a TON of spare parts to help out in fixing them. No matter how you look at it, YOU scored a deal! The satin black with the gloss stripe will look mean and sweet too, awesome 👍. You did a lot of work that you could've done differently, but, it all worked out for the better in the end. Now, YOU got this awesome 😎 Camaro that you can build to whatever you want, just take that break and come to it later. I think 🤔 that you'll love 💕 this Camaro when it's going again. Keep up the good work Dan, YOU ROCK!
Dan you deserve all the credit in the world, you have busted your ass and have done a ton of work. You have at least $10.000.00 in this vehicle just add up shop materials, welding gas ,wire , sanding and grinding wheels , tape, primer, screws, bolts, fluids, etc. AND you have a long way to go. (I) would sell it and walk away sell all the extra parts and call it a day. Once again you have done a terrific job WALK AWAY.
I just watched Cold War Motors from this weekend. The Saab is like this car. Dan will get it running and driving, then enjoy it. This car never was and probably never will be a full restoration. That is not what the whole channel is about. He takes what most would take to the scrap yard and gets them back on the road, which is more than 95% of people would do. He does it because he enjoys it, not to sell and make money.
Yup, been there done that. I sent a 68 Camaro to a new home. I did a roof, cowl, qtrs, , and tail panel...I literally hated the car when I got it that far. If I get another I will buy complete or roller thats painted.. Good Luck! Thanks for the videos!
Dan you definitely are not afraid of work! Your mechanical / fabricating and welding skills are amazing. I love this car and would love to see it completed, but you do what makes you happy. That's what matters. Making the 68 and 69 sounds like a great project for sure. I'll watch whatever you put out! Thanks for such an awesome channel!
I'm not a fan of the 69, I think they look chunky. that said. like everything you do I am looking forward to the build and the struggle. It would have been nice to see paint for a change but black with black stripe sounds good too. This 67 has been a great build. I am in awe of your productivity. looking forward to seeing it run.
Hey Dan, Again, stop putting yourself down. I think the work and knowledge you have on accomplishing what you start on and finish is great. I've done everything you have but hang quarters on my cars in the day. You remind me of myself when I was working on my rides. Except hanging quarters. My teenage years were the 70's. When you look at the side of your Camero, it reminds me a little of my 70 Cuda. When I got done it was flat black. Drove it a year and sold it. If I told you half the cars I had back then you would flip. I also had a 67 RS 350 4 speed , and Camero 68 SS 396 4 speed. I could go on and on what I had. Everything was cheap back then. Love your channel and all your videos. Take care and be safe.
Dan, it’s nice to see the progress on this Camaro. I have to say, as you rebuilt this car you learned lesson how to do things to get prepared for your next Camaro. I’m sure you felt the same way when you started your RUclips channel. The first car’s labor to now is how you grew your channel and as a follower we see how much easier it got as you converted 4 Dr tri five’s into the 2 door version. Please don’t give up!!! Finish this Camaro and paint it!!! Can’t wait to see your next Camaro build.
@ronaldhellengreen7063 You definitely got me there!... ansen Sprints, go hand in hand, right along with cragers.. and Rallies.. put the steelies on your trailer, and fill the poverty caps, with dog food..
@ThomasSmith-hh8fp Rallies are definitely my favorites. On the 70 Nova I used to own I ran 14/7s with a 245/50 TA radial and on the rear 15/8 with a 265/50 TA. Looked really cool, and didn't rub
Great job you’ll have a blast driving it. I’ve made a ‘69 out of a ‘68 before, mainly because the rear wheel opening is easier to expand for 14x32 slicks 😊 Door skins will update the body line
Blue not black the car deserves it. I'll watch. Take your time. If I didn't live so far away I would help. Flat black would make good primer for the blue.
We are not sadistic, we absolutely admire (maybe not talent) but your guts, and work ethics, to dig down and get things done. Today is Sunday, it's snowing here. I convinced myself it's too cold in the garage. That wouldn't stop you.
So glad you want to finish and drive her,thumbnail indicates selling her. I have owned my ‘69 RS Camaro since 1974. My car needs restoration as most but it’s still an all original car,long story. Cant say I’ve ever heard of a 68/69 combo car in my 66 years,looking forward to that one! I have seen a guy who grafted ‘69 front and rear sheet metal on to a 3rd Gen convertible (‘95 I think)-didn’t look too bad.
Dan I did alot of research before I bought a camaro and I went with a 1969 and what I learned is as long as the glass is the same on 67,68 and 69 that means that the sub body is the same so yes you can absolutely put 69 panels on a 68 but you do have to change all outside panels because it being wider the taillight panel and headlight panels are wider also, so it's not just throwing on quarters and that's it, you can stretch them but then you are right were you are right now with your 67. I really hope you get the drive back to finish this car because I really believe you deserve to have a beautiful 67 camaro and then if you sell it you will definitely make money, instead of breaking even. Hell I'm sure some of us watchers would be more than happy to come up and help you get the bodywork done so you can paint it properly.
Dude I've been a camaro fan for over 45 years. I've owned a few 2nd Gen Camaros, but my absolute favorite is the 1969 model. Now I'm no expert, but I was heavily involved in cars from the time I was 15 yrs old to my late 20's. Unfortunately I kind of fell out of it after that, and haven't made it back into it since. Although I'm hoping to try and get something within the next 2 years. Any who, for what my 2 cents is worth, I think you have done a great job of piecing the car back together, and now you have a very solid, almost completely rust free car to do whatever you want with. And that alone would be worth more than what you have invested in it to a lot of us car guys out here. Now with that being said, I completely understand the burn, as I have been there a few times myself. So good luck with your break, and hopefully you can come back with the same energy as when you started the project. But all in all, I think you have done a great job with the car. Good luck.
im certain that watching you gives most of us the courage to take on a project ourselves. you just seem to create this chipping away at it feel that gives us courage. at least myself. we thank you for it.
You did a awesome job on your Camaro. I know it will take awhile longer to finish it,but it will take little longer to finish it too. Keep up the great work.
I bought my Uncles 68 Camaro he had restored for 10k in late 1998 or 1999. He replaced everything but the top and trunk lid. I had to sale it in 2017 and wish I still had it today. My friend messaged me one night and showed me pictures of it and it still looked the same. I didn’t know what happened to it because the guy that bought it from me sold it to another guy. I could have gotten a lot more money today for it in today’s prices! It had a small block 406 with aluminum heads and a big shot nitrous plate, turbo 350 transmission with a good torque converter. It had the big 10 bolt rear end with 4:10 gear I think. It had a rear seat that folds down. Also the 67 has the vent windows and 68 doesn’t.
I can completely understand your frustration. I’ve watched this car from the beginning. I’d really love to see it on that blue with the white front stripe
I like watching any progress, I like seeing all stages of a build. I assume you do this for the challenge and the fun of doing it. 6 weeks is nothing, I see people on here taking 6 months with a professional shop and crew. Have fun, we’ll watch whatever you do.
You’re burning yourself out Dan . Hold back on the rush to drop more videos your fans will wait . Sometimes you rush your process without seeing what effects it will have as you concluded with the quarter panels. My guess is the frame was tweaked more than you thought and the back panel should have been replaced also as it too was damaged. Push the old girl out front and tarp it and see how you feel in a few days away from it before any rash decisions. Be careful and stay safe my friend God love ya brother.
something about watching your videos knowing you live just 20 minutes down the road,i'm laid up right now due to an injury but hope to see you on the road this summer,great videos!
Build it, drive it, enjoy it. Don't worry about the perfect mindset. I could tell you all about the many things I didn't like about my Camaro but I never heard anyone say anything bad about it when I owned it
I feel your pain Dan, I have over 550 hours of metal work in my 62 C10 project. And it's a rat rod, so she was headed for salvage. My goal was to save a big window short bed pick up. Same for this Camaro and I think there is some value in that! Nice work!
I think that many people have this idea to fix their car, however the first road block stops them in their tracks and they don't go any further, their car is in the garage on blocks never to be finished and Dan on the other hand doesn't let things get in the way of him finishing his goal of getting it done, that's why we enjoy this channel we wish we were Dan, but we are not. Great work Dan.
Thanks for the info on the costs. That car would look good any color. I'm looking forward to what ever you come up with. Speaking of 69's, I had a convertible one back in the late 70's. My ex got that one and gave it away.
hey you bought two prooooject camaros with titles its your channel its your time and your doing a great job.i dont what folks are sniveling about.and to top it off there is lots of extra parts to resell-rock on dude!
Let me say that I feel your pain 1000% We're building a 69 Olds Cutlass W-31 on our channel with aftermarket parts but opted to save as much of the original metal that we could. I did a few videos about time invested and what it takes to make parts fit. . It's just amazing how the hours can just pile up and man they sure do. Burn out is a very real thing. You've done a fine job with the resources available. you've earned a break, take it.
Hey Dan I just finished the metal work on a 73 Camaro for a customer. I am retired. I charged 50 an hour and the cost to my customer was 10 grand for the labour. He will easily have 60 to 70 grand into the car before it is done.
Good plan on both camaros! Let the 67 sit for a couple of weeks and then get it driving if your engine and transmission are ready. When adding up the value of the car don't forget to add the value to us of owning a DD Speed shop original!!!!! Enjoy your videos! Thanks Dan.
Bro the paint job idea sounds excellent and no matter what quarter panels you have bought you would’ve had to fit them the same way all of them are stamped like five at a time love the videos
I ran into the same problem with dynacorn quarters, they are not accurate at all. Slicing and dicing all over the place and required SO MUCH EXTRA WORK!..but skins are also no bueno, because then you have the cheesy seam inside the trunk, and the big long weld down both sides. I'll never do another pair of skins. The good news is first gen Camaros are ridiculously easy to sell if you get tired of it. I've sold several of mine (that weren't even for sale) some before they were even done, because somebody "had to have it"
Dan, I am proud of you. Do not put a stupid spoiler on that thing and better yet if you could find a plain hood that will be the coolest meanest street machine out there. Keep up the good work
From what I have seen on Facebook marketplace, you got a good deal. Unfinished 67-69 Camaros in my area are a lot more money than you got in it. There was a done and painted one for $48k and a Pro streeted one for $100k US. The unfinished ones were anywhere from $8k to $28k US.
People and their negative comments crack me up. It’s not your car or your money funding the project. If you don’t like the content don’t watch it. Personally I think these two have a good thing going. Taking a car majority of would junk and bringing it back. I would love to have their kind of motivation. Keep up the good work and don’t listen to idiots with negative comments.
your doing a great job dan....you have passion for these old cars...when people critique your work just know that its all arm chair warriors...and they will never be criticized...you have to be doing something to be criticized....
just sale the car you wasted your time here in the states that car is 60 to 70 k car DD speed shop norm you are just fucking it up that car deserves better than that
Sold! Email me the money and I'll send it your way.
It's a far cry from what it use to be you have resurrected a rust bucket
60 70 grand ridiculous, just send dan the money🤣🤣🤣
60 to 70 Grand. Ya Ok !! Your a dreamer. And you probably can’t afford 6 or 7 grand.
Monday morning quaterback much? What's your youtube channel? Maybe we can watch, and criticise, your work???
Hey, I’m 75 yrs old, from Missouri. I have been watching you for a few years . I first notice you when you were making 4 door 57 Chevys into 2 door hard tops. I must say I have enjoyed your work and I love that you don’t have to have everything show quality. You like it as a driver. There is so much to be said for that. I would not feel comfortable driving a show a car every day and every where I go, knowing you are making it not perfect by driving it, so I say why have car that it’s to perfect to drive.
Hang in there, you make it look like fun, I know that it’s not alway fun but a lot of use out here are in your shop with you and we are enjoying the ride with you!👍
Satin black, no spoiler, stealies with polished dog dishes would look tough!!! Love this build!!!
You'd be surprised how many of us 🇺🇸 Americans like watching folks on RUclips do paint and Bodywork it's like a tutorial... It's Such is Life here toooooooo.
Thanks buddy!
It's amazing how much you have accomplished in such a short time, 😮 you have done a professional job, in my opinion 😂 sorry better than a professional, their opinion is what you don't see don't need to be done, 😢 thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
I love that you're so transparent with cost. It can potentially keep a lot of people from getting way in above their head. Love the channel!
A lot of people say to buy a car already done, but, when you build it yourself then the self satisfaction is priceless!😊😊
It is way faster and cheaper. But the pride is nice
Not only that, but you know the car better than anyone and how good or bad it will be restored.
But 80 percent of projects don't get finished. I sold a 72 Gran Torino sport in 2007 that was a great running driving car solid no rust but still needed paint. That car came up for sale on marketplace 6 months ago and it looked worse than when I sold it and didn't even run.
I am amazed at the hours you put in on any of your projects. Keeping a full time job, making videos and just the time involved in searching for parts then the labor to install. That is what keeps me watching.
There are 25% more hours in Canadian days.
😅😅😅@@dickdaniels4680
Yeah I like to stay busy that's for sure.
@@DDSpeedShopYou are without a doubt 1 of the hardest working people I know. btw....What is your other job? I assume you're a mechanic somewhere?
@davidsantos8206 He is a mechanic at the local Honda dealership.
A satin blue would also look sick with a black stripe
I own a bunch of pearl blue handled snap on tools. I would love to paint a car that color
Hi Dan, I live in Michigan let me tell ya we couldn’t find a car that reasonable like I’m looking at one now for 3700 no floor no trunk needs quarters you’re basically buying a bin anyway I’m glad you’re doing this work because I’m living through you vicariously Makes me think do I want to jump into that pool as far as you turning that 68 into a 69 I think what you should do is get that car running that you have put your flat black paint job on it sell it, put that other car together towards together, sell it and then go get a 69. I think it would be happier. Anyway, it’s your money your car you do it the way you want to, tell Danny hello for me your friend, Mark Reid
I like the original blue color. Maybe satin blue with a hint of metallic pearl. Steal wheels with caps! 👍
That would b kinda cool.
Second that motion. You could still do a white bumblebee stripe with the satin blue, steelies and hubcaps. Could be a bit unique.
Third the satin blue
As an old chevy guy from that era i love the fact you kept the car going strong. Seeing these in the junk yard hurts my soul. Keep up the struggle and keep sharing it with us , no matter what you do to it its yours. Good investment in your next driver. I have owned a 64 impala and a 77 nova i miss both and hope someone like you has found them and kept them alive, they were both running and driving when i sold them.
Thanks buddy! I'm doing my best
that camaro looks bad ass,you did a mountain of work..........we appreciate it and understand this wasnt cheap or easy DD speed shop is my #1 youtube automotive show
Thanks buddy!
Working on a Mopar and I’m jealous of the price of Camaro sheet metal.
They rape us. 😞
mopar life has always been hard in that regard.
Does mopsr stuff fit better?
@@DDSpeedShop so far the AMD stuff fits pretty good, I’m not doing quarters tho so can’t say on those. They just came out with the 1970 Plymouth B body deck lid - it is $850 usd !!
@@TLDLTD I have a ‘68. All them deck lids are impossible to find in rustfree condition… or at all! To think… how many 4 doors I saw in the junkyards back in the 80’s that had the exact same trunk lids, and never grabbed any. 😀
I'd love to see this car done similar to the first nomad, flat black, rat rod style, just a driver quality hotrod. The first Gen Camaro to me is pretty close to the top of the pile of cool cars. And you've done a great job resurrecting this one
Edit: I put that comment before you said you're thinking about doing the DD body work and satin black, I see great minds think alike 😂
Itll probably end up that way haha
Whenever my old man and I get into some kind of fab project on my race car he always says "no matter which way we attack this, about halfway through we'll think it would have been easier to do it another way" and he's been at this crap 65 years. So, the live and learn process never ends.
That's some real deal wisdom.
Yes! Satin Black for the body, Gloss black stripe and gloss black pinstriping.
Use steel wheels up front the cast aluminum wheels have to go. poverty caps all around.
You have done a miracle transformation with this car. BRAVO!
I think you chose the harder option by going for the 67 before the 68. I appreciate the transparency in your efforts and in showing how you get burned out. Yet you keep going - and give credit to your RUclips family. Thanks, Professor. God bless you
The idea of flat/satin black with the front trim stripe will look great. Keep on the track you're on, it looks fantastic.
Flat paint looks like primer.
I personally would not mess up a 68' to make a 69'. Mainly because I don't like the 69'. 68 is my favorite, then 67'. My dad had a 67', and it was a lot of fun. I'm glad you saved these cars. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing your life and hard Knox. Enjoy your videos 📹. Ultimately, it is your stuff, and you do what you like. I'm fine with it. 😊
Flat black and them race wheels look freaking awesome
Don't worry, Dan.The real car fans, Camaro and otherwise will back you up on this.I think you did a fantastic job bringing it back from a rusty wreck.All it maybe needs is a good shade of midnight blue.You deserve whatever good fortune the sale brings!😊
Shop talk with Dan. 👍👍
I think your assessment how sheet metal goes together and how to surface a car are defiantly worth it. Getting 2 cars in workable shape for $7500 US is amazing. Been building classics since the 80's and it has gotten insane to restore even a single car. Expect to spend north of 40k in parts and sheet metal even if you do the work.
I love the idea of turning the '68 Camaro into a '69. The '69 is my favorite of the 1st generation Camaro's. I like the wheels on your '67 but like you said, Cragar's always look right.
Thats a stupid idea
@@Chevelle602 - Just like you, I have an opinion. I like the idea. Never heard of anybody doing it before. If anybody can do the swap, Dan can. Don't tell me you're unhappy about my opinion. I'm not the one thinking of turning a '68 into a '69 body style. The '69 is the best looking of the 1st Gen Camaro's. If Dan wants to do it, it's none of your business. I'm sure Dan would sell you the car for$10,000 or $20,000 so you could build the car how you want.
Trust me, l did a ton of camaros in a shop several years ago and your spot on about buying a vin and building it from the ground up. What a time suck! And every time, we were ready to do something different especially when it came time for the little final touches. Carry on my friend.
Oh, and I like the satin black with the gloss black stripe over the hood and fenders.
NICE
The condition of the ‘67 before you started fixing it, they go for around $6500 USD down here in Kansas. That is also without all the bits and pieces, basically a rotted shell. If I ever get the notion, I will just buy one of those repop shells and go from there. My wife wouldnt allow another project at the moment anyhow.
Wow. Not cheap
Remember, you only look at a side one at a time, I love how all these people that have nasty comments, but in the end it's all about you and your visions of the car. Keep doing want you do!
Wow one of the best videos on explaining the financials of restorations/rebuilds never looked at it in this perspective sadly it discourages many of us from attempting this.....well done Sir 👍🏼
Thanks dude
You're inspiring to keep going! I hit a roadblock that has me down, but I'm gonna keep going! It's a 57 project, you'd love it.
Oh hey Dan! Always a great start to the day with Another DD episode!
I agree with what you said. I’m a body man. 30 years in. I like doing all the metal work. I’d probably get it to where you are at right now and then not want to mud it. And for me , I don’t wanna watch someone body work something either. Fluff it up, hit it with some dark colored epoxy sealer and go drive it.
I'm taking that as a stamp of approval
I said it before, you have really worked your ass off with this car. I love how it's looking, the wheels, satin black, both rear tires smoking 👌. I can't wait to see you enjoying this car bro👍👍
I have built several cars and trucks, same condition. I have never been the type to buy someone else build. It's not so much the money its more the work and being proud of it. I think your doing great, I am proud your Canadian, also it is fun to park beside the guy bragging he paid 50 k for his car, then say I got probably 12- 13 k in mine and its done right, looks better and actually is driven. Recently sold an F 250. Nothing special but I restored it to 7/10. Delivering it I was stopped for gas. Gentleman came over and he said" man you did some job on that" wow I remember these new. Let him spend some time telling me his memories and details. Biggest compliment I eve got. I was struggling to get through that truck as you are with this car and I get it. Keep on, were rooting for you in NB!
We watch you work because we like to think we could do the same (if we had the work ethic, which most of us don't).
Great video!!! You very eloquently explained what so many folks have no clue about, the time, the labor, the money, the soul sucking drain on your attitude to keep going!! Very nicely done.
Sounds like a decent deal to me.. kinda sounds like the 68 might have been a better start.
I understand being burned out on it. Thats a lot of time into it..
You're a braver man than i am.. that much work would scare the heck out of me..
Thanks!
Thanks buddy!
Satin black for sure !!👍👌😊
Thanks for sharing the costs. I do like the no spoiler no cowl hood look. Ultimately you do what makes you happy.
Ok, long time watcher and dedicated promoter of DD’s Speed Shop. Dan you have done nothing but good, some even great so the few mistakes overall still makes this project a huge win. If she runs around in satin black for a couple seasons that’s fine, but I would really love to see this thing in the original Deep Water Blue with white nose stripe.
Never give up.
Thanks buddy! I'll keep wrenching
Satin black is a perfect choice for paint, no front bumper makes it look so tuff. I took mine off a couple years ago and love the look. Keep up the great work and I can't wait to see your 67 on the road, you'll have a lot of fun driving it around.
There is no reason to give it a show car paint job because eventually you’re gonna use it as a workbench anyway! 😂😂😂 keep going in the direction you’re going and it’s going to be a cool hot rod Camaro!
I do like mobile work benches haha
@@DDSpeedShop@DDspeedshop How much for the 10 bolt rear end and what does it need and I'm assuming it's positrack? I'm in KY in the US but not in a hurry
@DDSpeedShop Have you priced work benches lately? I think you're ahead money 😊
Oh yeah just don’t bolt a bench vice in place of the rear spoiler! 😂😂😂
Dan I appreciate your telling the bottom line on not only the money but the labor time involved.Youve opened my eyes in my quest to get a 69 firebird to recreate my 1st car.I think now I'm gonna look south for as solid of a body as I can find.Most you tubers won't tell the money involved or the time and labor of a project their working on so thank you.
Cowl induction hood for a Camaro here in the USA is $800 plus $60 shipping
Wow really?
Awesome visit Dan. Yea, you have spent your money wisely. I am surrounded by projects that beg attention. Due to my age and health I work on them in spurts. Diversity keeps me fired up. I still think that making an early Firebird out of the 68 would be great.
DAN, at least now, YOU definitely know that the car is rust free and the work WAS DONE RIGHT. A lot of people buy the pretty cars with a ton of money only to find out that it's all fiberglass or botched work. YOU were able to pick up TWO 1960's Camaros on the cheap and had a TON of spare parts to help out in fixing them. No matter how you look at it, YOU scored a deal! The satin black with the gloss stripe will look mean and sweet too, awesome 👍. You did a lot of work that you could've done differently, but, it all worked out for the better in the end. Now, YOU got this awesome 😎 Camaro that you can build to whatever you want, just take that break and come to it later. I think 🤔 that you'll love 💕 this Camaro when it's going again. Keep up the good work Dan, YOU ROCK!
If you can pull it off, the 68 to 69 conversion sounds like the way to go!
Dan you deserve all the credit in the world, you have busted your ass and have done a ton of work. You have at least $10.000.00 in this vehicle just add up shop materials, welding gas ,wire , sanding and grinding wheels , tape, primer, screws, bolts, fluids, etc. AND you have a long way to go. (I) would sell it and walk away sell all the extra parts and call it a day. Once again you have done a terrific job WALK AWAY.
I just watched Cold War Motors from this weekend. The Saab is like this car. Dan will get it running and driving, then enjoy it. This car never was and probably never will be a full restoration. That is not what the whole channel is about. He takes what most would take to the scrap yard and gets them back on the road, which is more than 95% of people would do. He does it because he enjoys it, not to sell and make money.
I really appreciate you taking the time to explain the financial portion of the build. I found it very interesting. Keep up the great work.
You da man Dan! Mortske's likeness made me laugh!😂😂
Hahaha
Yup, been there done that. I sent a 68 Camaro to a new home. I did a roof, cowl, qtrs, , and tail panel...I literally hated the car when I got it that far. If I get another I will buy complete or roller thats painted.. Good Luck! Thanks for the videos!
I want to watch bodywork 3 times a week!!! 🙏🙏👍👍
You're sick! Haha
Dan you definitely are not afraid of work! Your mechanical / fabricating and welding skills are amazing. I love this car and would love to see it completed, but you do what makes you happy. That's what matters. Making the 68 and 69 sounds like a great project for sure. I'll watch whatever you put out! Thanks for such an awesome channel!
Brother I think everyone that watches your channel will watch till its painted. Love what you do. So motivating.
I'm not a fan of the 69, I think they look chunky. that said. like everything you do I am looking forward to the build and the struggle. It would have been nice to see paint for a change but black with black stripe sounds good too. This 67 has been a great build. I am in awe of your productivity. looking forward to seeing it run.
The world has too many shiny Camaros.
Satin black base model with a rowdy small block sounds like a blast!
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Hey Dan, Again, stop putting yourself down. I think the work and knowledge you have on accomplishing what you start on and finish is great. I've done everything you have but hang quarters on my cars in the day. You remind me of myself when I was working on my rides. Except hanging quarters. My teenage years were the 70's. When you look at the side of your Camero, it reminds me a little of my 70 Cuda. When I got done it was flat black. Drove it a year and sold it. If I told you half the cars I had back then you would flip. I also had a 67 RS 350 4 speed , and Camero 68 SS 396 4 speed. I could go on and on what I had. Everything was cheap back then. Love your channel and all your videos. Take care and be safe.
Do it. Build a 69 DD SPEED SHOP CAMARO. That will be cool 👍👍
Dan, it’s nice to see the progress on this Camaro. I have to say, as you rebuilt this car you learned lesson how to do things to get prepared for your next Camaro. I’m sure you felt the same way when you started your RUclips channel.
The first car’s labor to now is how you grew your channel and as a follower we see how much easier it got as you converted 4 Dr tri five’s into the 2 door version.
Please don’t give up!!! Finish this Camaro and paint it!!! Can’t wait to see your next Camaro build.
Cragars , oh hell no!!!!! STEELIES with dog dish caps! You know what looks the best Dan! PEACE ✌️
Maybe just 2 cragars...
Cragers, or KeyStones...There is No substitute..
@@ThomasSmith-hh8fp Rallies or Ansen Sprints!
@ronaldhellengreen7063 You definitely got me there!... ansen Sprints, go hand in hand, right along with cragers..
and Rallies.. put the steelies on your trailer, and fill the poverty caps, with dog food..
@ThomasSmith-hh8fp Rallies are definitely my favorites. On the 70 Nova I used to own I ran 14/7s with a 245/50 TA radial and on the rear 15/8 with a 265/50 TA. Looked really cool, and didn't rub
Great job you’ll have a blast driving it.
I’ve made a ‘69 out of a ‘68 before, mainly because the rear wheel opening is easier to expand for 14x32 slicks 😊
Door skins will update the body line
Please Please please don't put fender well headers on it.
Blue not black the car deserves it. I'll watch. Take your time. If I didn't live so far away I would help. Flat black would make good primer for the blue.
We are not sadistic, we absolutely admire (maybe not talent) but your guts, and work ethics, to dig down and get things done. Today is Sunday, it's snowing here. I convinced myself it's too cold in the garage. That wouldn't stop you.
So glad you want to finish and drive her,thumbnail indicates selling her. I have owned my ‘69 RS Camaro since 1974. My car needs restoration as most but it’s still an all original car,long story. Cant say I’ve ever heard of a 68/69 combo car in my 66 years,looking forward to that one! I have seen a guy who grafted ‘69 front and rear sheet metal on to a 3rd Gen convertible (‘95 I think)-didn’t look too bad.
Dan I did alot of research before I bought a camaro and I went with a 1969 and what I learned is as long as the glass is the same on 67,68 and 69 that means that the sub body is the same so yes you can absolutely put 69 panels on a 68 but you do have to change all outside panels because it being wider the taillight panel and headlight panels are wider also, so it's not just throwing on quarters and that's it, you can stretch them but then you are right were you are right now with your 67. I really hope you get the drive back to finish this car because I really believe you deserve to have a beautiful 67 camaro and then if you sell it you will definitely make money, instead of breaking even. Hell I'm sure some of us watchers would be more than happy to come up and help you get the bodywork done so you can paint it properly.
Dude I've been a camaro fan for over 45 years. I've owned a few 2nd Gen Camaros, but my absolute favorite is the 1969 model. Now I'm no expert, but I was heavily involved in cars from the time I was 15 yrs old to my late 20's. Unfortunately I kind of fell out of it after that, and haven't made it back into it since. Although I'm hoping to try and get something within the next 2 years. Any who, for what my 2 cents is worth, I think you have done a great job of piecing the car back together, and now you have a very solid, almost completely rust free car to do whatever you want with. And that alone would be worth more than what you have invested in it to a lot of us car guys out here. Now with that being said, I completely understand the burn, as I have been there a few times myself. So good luck with your break, and hopefully you can come back with the same energy as when you started the project. But all in all, I think you have done a great job with the car. Good luck.
im certain that watching you gives most of us the courage to take on a project ourselves. you just seem to create this chipping away at it feel that gives us courage. at least myself. we thank you for it.
You did a awesome job on your Camaro. I know it will take awhile longer to finish it,but it will take little longer to finish it too. Keep up the great work.
I bought my Uncles 68 Camaro he had restored for 10k in late 1998 or 1999. He replaced everything but the top and trunk lid. I had to sale it in 2017 and wish I still had it today. My friend messaged me one night and showed me pictures of it and it still looked the same. I didn’t know what happened to it because the guy that bought it from me sold it to another guy. I could have gotten a lot more money today for it in today’s prices! It had a small block 406 with aluminum heads and a big shot nitrous plate, turbo 350 transmission with a good torque converter. It had the big 10 bolt rear end with 4:10 gear I think. It had a rear seat that folds down. Also the 67 has the vent windows and 68 doesn’t.
Paint it the blue you like but make it matte with the gloss black stripe!
Satin black paint gloss black stripe gloss black bumpers and I know we get them here in the UK black led lights so you can make it look mean.
Time is always the biggest part of the final bill. You have the skills and the ability to do pretty much anything really.
The time suck is crazy
I can completely understand your frustration. I’ve watched this car from the beginning. I’d really love to see it on that blue with the white front stripe
As far as wheels go, Camaro's look great with deep dish rally wheels & center caps. I like to add beauty rings but that's optional. Give it a think 😎
Good video Dan. It's a reality check, and brings attention to something most people have never put any thought into.
YOU! Are a genius! A 68 to 69 conversion! That is youtube gold!
Or a disaster
@@DDSpeedShopthen it will be a good tutorial on what not to do which still would be RUclips gold!
I like watching any progress, I like seeing all stages of a build.
I assume you do this for the challenge and the fun of doing it.
6 weeks is nothing, I see people on here taking 6 months with a professional shop and crew.
Have fun, we’ll watch whatever you do.
You’re burning yourself out Dan . Hold back on the rush to drop more videos your fans will wait . Sometimes you rush your process without seeing what effects it will have as you concluded with the quarter panels. My guess is the frame was tweaked more than you thought and the back panel should have been replaced also as it too was damaged. Push the old girl out front and tarp it and see how you feel in a few days away from it before any rash decisions. Be careful and stay safe my friend God love ya brother.
something about watching your videos knowing you live just 20 minutes down the road,i'm laid up right now due to an injury but hope to see you on the road this summer,great videos!
Build it, drive it, enjoy it. Don't worry about the perfect mindset. I could tell you all about the many things I didn't like about my Camaro but I never heard anyone say anything bad about it when I owned it
Dan, do your thing. I will watch.😊
Thanks!
I feel your pain Dan, I have over 550 hours of metal work in my 62 C10 project. And it's a rat rod, so she was headed for salvage. My goal was to save a big window short bed pick up. Same for this Camaro and I think there is some value in that!
Nice work!
We're sick in the head haha
I think that many people have this idea to fix their car, however the first road block stops them in their tracks and they don't go any further, their car is in the garage on blocks never to be finished and Dan on the other hand doesn't let things get in the way of him finishing his goal of getting it done, that's why we enjoy this channel we wish we were Dan, but we are not. Great work Dan.
I couldn't agree more...no spoiler! I love the rear tires and ride height.
Thanks for the info on the costs. That car would look good any color. I'm looking forward to what ever you come up with. Speaking of 69's, I had a convertible one back in the late 70's. My ex got that one and gave it away.
hey you bought two prooooject camaros with titles its your channel its your time and your doing a great job.i dont what folks are sniveling about.and to top it off there is lots of extra parts to resell-rock on dude!
Let me say that I feel your pain 1000% We're building a 69 Olds Cutlass W-31 on our channel with aftermarket parts but opted to save as much of the original metal that we could. I did a few videos about time invested and what it takes to make parts fit. . It's just amazing how the hours can just pile up and man they sure do. Burn out is a very real thing. You've done a fine job with the resources available.
you've earned a break, take it.
Hey Dan I just finished the metal work on a 73 Camaro for a customer. I am retired. I charged 50 an hour and the cost to my customer was 10 grand for the labour. He will easily have 60 to 70 grand into the car before it is done.
Good plan on both camaros! Let the 67 sit for a couple of weeks and then get it driving if your engine and transmission are ready. When adding up the value of the car don't forget to add the value to us of owning a DD Speed shop original!!!!! Enjoy your videos! Thanks Dan.
Bro the paint job idea sounds excellent and no matter what quarter panels you have bought you would’ve had to fit them the same way all of them are stamped like five at a time love the videos
I ran into the same problem with dynacorn quarters, they are not accurate at all. Slicing and dicing all over the place and required SO MUCH EXTRA WORK!..but skins are also no bueno, because then you have the cheesy seam inside the trunk, and the big long weld down both sides. I'll never do another pair of skins. The good news is first gen Camaros are ridiculously easy to sell if you get tired of it. I've sold several of mine (that weren't even for sale) some before they were even done, because somebody "had to have it"
Hey ! do what makes YOU happy !!! 😃👍🍺
Dan, I am proud of you. Do not put a stupid spoiler on that thing and better yet if you could find a plain hood that will be the coolest meanest street machine out there. Keep up the good work
From what I have seen on Facebook marketplace, you got a good deal. Unfinished 67-69 Camaros in my area are a lot more money than you got in it. There was a done and painted one for $48k and a Pro streeted one for $100k US. The unfinished ones were anywhere from $8k to $28k US.
People and their negative comments crack me up. It’s not your car or your money funding the project. If you don’t like the content don’t watch it. Personally I think these two have a good thing going. Taking a car majority of would junk and bringing it back. I would love to have their kind of motivation. Keep up the good work and don’t listen to idiots with negative comments.
This thing is getting cooler and cooler every video
your doing a great job dan....you have passion for these old cars...when people critique your work just know that its all arm chair warriors...and they will never be criticized...you have to be doing something to be criticized....
Keep up the good work,dont listen to haters that probably never did a project.