Thicker steel, hardened steel, caustic prep and oil-based paint, all contribute to greater corrosion resistance of ww2 tanks than late-model passenger vehicles.
To your credit (been watching your videos for over 3 years now), your welding has improved based on what I've seen. It's very satisfying to see detailed restorations like this and you are one of the best on RUclips.
It's astonishing how much rust was hiding under what looked like a near-mint exterior! I remember it rolling into your workshop and thinking "amazing how well that car has aged!". How wrong we were, and how much more pride you'll have when it's rolling down the road again, and you spot it in traffic ten/twenty years from now.
I don’t find this boring at all. It’s actually very relaxing for me. I have high anxiety and I watch stuff like this and it calms me down. I hope to learn how to weld some day.
Great job. Because of your approach to metal, I have taken the initiative and have started then completed my first metal repair on an e30. Your approach is honest, meaningful, and detailed. It is a great resource for those who are going down similar avenues. Please keep up the great work. Everybody has their own favorite part, but the entire thing on youtube is what makes it so impressive and high quality.
Your skills are coming on fast. Not boring at all to watch. I dont undertand how the customer can think this kind of work can be addressed on a lump sum! Good for you to keep going and not just putting filler on it as many would do
Great stuff, man! I love these videos. And I really don't mind when you still have to learn, as we (for those who aren't better than you in this work) can learn with you. I like that a lot better than watching someone who does this with ease. With this, I learn a lot more. So thank you for sharing and being honest about your skill-level. Appreciate that.
You are getting better all the time. I like watching you cut out the rusty bits and replace with shiny new pieces. I find it very satisfying. I for one will watch what ever you want to share. :)
Your welding has gotten much better. You can tell you are more patient and precise which leads to much less clean up work and mistakes. Your stitch welds are very nice and even in size. Good job and the practice is certainly paying off.
I've just found your channel , it's great especially as I bought a moggy to work on as a retirement project , so I'm new to metalwork as it was always a dark art to me. I found this really clear and impressive as to how you're finishing all your welds off. Its good to see you working on a car a lot of stuff ie welding is on examples on a bench. Not surprised you have so many subscribers so now I have to go through your back catalogue. Oh also helps that it's in proper english (haha).
Most informative, thank you. I have a W123 that I bought new in 1983, I collected it from the factory. It has been sleeping for the past 10 years in a barn. I have just purchased an R-Tech 180 Mig and will start the renovation in a few weeks. Mine has rot around the windscreens, floor, sills. It likely has lots more that currently cannot be seen. Your videos will be a great help. I will investigate the Phaeton thing
I dont know that I would have done it quite that way, but at the same time that was nicely done! probably about seventeen thousand ways to do it if you want to get into details, but your way worked just fine. love watching this kind of stuff as much as I enjoy doing it!
Thank you for sharing this. I've subscribed! I always watch to the end because I'm just a methodical as you, wherein I like to take my time, and do a job that will last almost a lifetime! My work is my pride and joy, and I can see how much you enjoy educating others. That's the important thing that will bring a lasting legacy to all the quiet moments you spend out there on your own. It's amazing what one can achieve, in life's quiet moments, spent doing what one loves. God bless all your efforts, and crown them with success!
You are doing very well, the more you do the better you will get!!!! Keep up the good work!!!! I have a lot of respect for those who can do this type of work, it is not easy and can be very difficult, Scott on Coldwar Motors is very good, and Arthur Tussik both are very skilled!!!! Rust is a Bastard, it NEVER sleeps!!!!! The hole is always BIGGER than it first appears!!!!
I can't help but feel that if both you and the owner had known the actual condition of this car then you both wouldn't have agreed to do this! I'm glad it's teaching you some very difficult lessons though, the work is really impressive given your status as an enthusiastic but green welder
HA - just as I thought - "gloves required with that MIG welding' - the next second gloves arrived - HA - ESP - also great to see someone being sensible and using a guard with a cutoff wheel. Have a safe and nice day all. CHEERS from AUSTRALIA.
Very nice. Your method of repair panels sort of reminds me of Fitze's Fabrication but, he takes it one step farther with his 'Cut & butt' method. If you haven't seen his rust repair methods, it is definitely worth a look. I will be doing rust repair on a vehicle I am restoring and to me, every video on rust repair is worth a look - always something to learn. Only reason I am commenting is because you said you are learning. Your skills are presently far superior to mine. Your finished work should last a long time. Cheers.
I enjoyed this episode, as I enjoy all of your episodes. Your attention to detail, even as you are perfecting your craft, is amazing. I sure hope the owner paints that car something other than the color that it is!
This is a Journey,, and an excellent way to be brave and say YES im going to have a go at this ,, as mentioned if its wrong or a little of, try again, thats how we all LEARN... fantastic informative stuff..
Fantastic video - just come across this. I've done a bit of amateur fabrication and welding myself, but this is really great work and so nice to have a video others could perhaps learn from and pick up a trick or two. Keep up these videos - would love to see more.
Great work! A bit of advice you may well know - use ‘13 x 457mm Sanding Belts Zirconia” for your finger sander, they’re expensive but miles more robust and get some spot weld drill bits both of these will make you life easier. Good luck and keep up the good work
A concise and interesting video, well done. I recently restored a Ford Puma 1.7 with (severe) rust in the usual areas. As you say, welding takes a long time but with a good outcome. My welds at the end were certainly better than when I started! Keep learning.
Congrats on the project. We all have to start somewhere.🤔 It's called learning!! And for me you are doing a good job. It's not fast! But... It is what it is! Keep up the good work!! From Lisbon with Love for Cars/Mercedes-Benz. 😉🖒
I really enjoy the welding videos, so don't feel you need to rush through it. Infact I would advise you take a little longer, especially when cleaning up your welds at the end, don't relie on filler to do all the work, instead take a little more time with the finger sander to get those welds flattened right back it will be a blessing later 😄
Maybe you're not the best, maybe you are. I don't care. You are dedicated and humble. And I learn so much things from you since the begining. If I was owning an old rusty car, for sure I would like you to work on it.
No need to apologise for these sorts of videos, it's all part of the process and just as important as the rest of it. It's been interesting to see how much more work this car has needed than it looked like it did when you started.
This video nailed it! working on a e21 that seems to be unrecoverable and soon will tackle the windshield corners. Right now struggling with the rocker panels. Nice work as always!!
Not boring at all as far as I am concerned. Only one important thing I’ve seen on manny other channels is the usage of zinc primer. It’s a fantastic protection but not ment to be painted over! Because zinc is a self sacrificing material it will reject paint ore primers at some point in the future. Read the instructions. If it is real zinc I would only use it on invisible places or cavities if I were you. Good luck with everything 👍🏼
Everyone get's all excited about bolting parts to a car, what isn't appreciated, is the fact that a solid bodyshell is fundamental. I say that with 1980's Italian car experience!
Good work and you got there in the end but the reason the outer piece was "a bit off" is because the radii of your template is smaller than the piece you are replacing.
I just envy you for making the patches, they fit really nice! :-D Your plug welds came out great, looking just like rivets...but with the spot welds and their connections to each other we are both on the same level...they take as much flap discs as welding wire... :-D Thx for showing! :-D
I don't find this kind of work boring at all! Quite interesting, in fact! I'd love to have a project like this on my own, one day...
Same!
Good on you for tackling such a project. I've seen less rust on WW2 tanks pulled from Polish swamps.
Thicker steel, hardened steel, caustic prep and oil-based paint, all contribute to greater corrosion resistance of ww2 tanks than late-model passenger vehicles.
@@mwilliamshs In addition, swamp water might not contain as much free oxygen as freely running water, which will slow rust formation.
Not to mention shade from uv exposure, moderate climates, etc
@@mwilliamshs @Me Here You guys must be fun at parties...
@@Chris-yy7qc they sure are. Japanophiles arent
To your credit (been watching your videos for over 3 years now), your welding has improved based on what I've seen. It's very satisfying to see detailed restorations like this and you are one of the best on RUclips.
but he has still field to improvement.
It's astonishing how much rust was hiding under what looked like a near-mint exterior! I remember it rolling into your workshop and thinking "amazing how well that car has aged!". How wrong we were, and how much more pride you'll have when it's rolling down the road again, and you spot it in traffic ten/twenty years from now.
Your meticulous approach to metal repairs on cars is immensely enjoyable to watch. I've learnt a lot too.
Thank you.
Good work. Reminds me on my BMW E36 TC4 Baur Cabrio.
Not boring at all. I encourage you to continue sharing content like this.
I don’t find this boring at all. It’s actually very relaxing for me. I have high anxiety and I watch stuff like this and it calms me down. I hope to learn how to weld some day.
It's NOT boring. I really enjoy these kinds of videos!
Not boring at all watching a craftsman at work , well done
Its not boring at all. We like to see the repairs.
Great job. Because of your approach to metal, I have taken the initiative and have started then completed my first metal repair on an e30. Your approach is honest, meaningful, and detailed. It is a great resource for those who are going down similar avenues. Please keep up the great work. Everybody has their own favorite part, but the entire thing on youtube is what makes it so impressive and high quality.
Very kind of you to say, thank you Treven!
Not boring at all !!! Loving the welding and the attention to detail. I'll be here for the next one :-)
Keep it up mate, you're closer to end it finally
Not boring at all. please keep up the good work.
Your skills are coming on fast. Not boring at all to watch. I dont undertand how the customer can think this kind of work can be addressed on a lump sum! Good for you to keep going and not just putting filler on it as many would do
I love seeing other amateurs repair stuff like this. Makes me feel a lot better about my less than stunning welds haha. Great job.
It is not boring we also learn something with you!Greetings from Bulgaria!
Not boring, good watching you get through it all.
Not boring at all... a joy to watch.
Don't lose your enthusiasm, I like your dedication to a project like this.
No man ever complained about these welding videos, we want more!!
Great stuff, man! I love these videos. And I really don't mind when you still have to learn, as we (for those who aren't better than you in this work) can learn with you. I like that a lot better than watching someone who does this with ease. With this, I learn a lot more. So thank you for sharing and being honest about your skill-level. Appreciate that.
You are getting better all the time. I like watching you cut out the rusty bits and replace with shiny new pieces. I find it very satisfying. I for one will watch what ever you want to share. :)
For an amateur you made it look easy as it came out well
We love to see your work! not boring at all! Keep the amazing work and videos! Cannot wait to see this car when its done.
Your welding has gotten much better. You can tell you are more patient and precise which leads to much less clean up work and mistakes. Your stitch welds are very nice and even in size. Good job and the practice is certainly paying off.
I've just found your channel , it's great especially as I bought a moggy to work on as a retirement project , so I'm new to metalwork as it was always a dark art to me. I found this really clear and impressive as to how you're finishing all your welds off. Its good to see you working on a car a lot of stuff ie welding is on examples on a bench. Not surprised you have so many subscribers so now I have to go through your back catalogue. Oh also helps that it's in proper english (haha).
Most informative, thank you. I have a W123 that I bought new in 1983, I collected it from the factory. It has been sleeping for the past 10 years in a barn. I have just purchased an R-Tech 180 Mig and will start the renovation in a few weeks. Mine has rot around the windscreens, floor, sills. It likely has lots more that currently cannot be seen. Your videos will be a great help. I will investigate the Phaeton thing
I find it interesting your progression of getting better at welding. Not too many are willing to document their errors and corrections like you.
Not boring to me, I love watching this stuff. One day I'll be restoring my E30.
I dont know that I would have done it quite that way, but at the same time that was nicely done! probably about seventeen thousand ways to do it if you want to get into details, but your way worked just fine. love watching this kind of stuff as much as I enjoy doing it!
Thank you for sharing this. I've subscribed! I always watch to the end because I'm just a methodical as you, wherein I like to take my time, and do a job that will last almost a lifetime! My work is my pride and joy, and I can see how much you enjoy educating others. That's the important thing that will bring a lasting legacy to all the quiet moments you spend out there on your own. It's amazing what one can achieve, in life's quiet moments, spent doing what one loves. God bless all your efforts, and crown them with success!
Your attention to detail is fantastic... well done!
Getting better and better!
Not boring at all! Thanks for sharing.
You are doing very well, the more you do the better you will get!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!
I have a lot of respect for those who can do this type of work, it is not easy and can be very difficult, Scott on Coldwar Motors is very good, and Arthur Tussik both are very skilled!!!!
Rust is a Bastard, it NEVER sleeps!!!!! The hole is always BIGGER than it first appears!!!!
Never boring, always enjoy the video's. Keep up the great work!
Amazing work! This is exactly how I learned, but on my own truck. You're doing great
Excellent work
Honestly, if you did the same video concept for every rusty part that you need to replace. I would watch all of it. It is very satisfying.
your welding is looking better . thanks for the vid and cant wait for more . wish i was there helping and learning be safe bro
I can't help but feel that if both you and the owner had known the actual condition of this car then you both wouldn't have agreed to do this! I'm glad it's teaching you some very difficult lessons though, the work is really impressive given your status as an enthusiastic but green welder
This is just testament to your character and skills though, I'm always blown away by your ability to get stuck in and get results
You have given me hope that I will be able to tackle my old landrover before I'm just sweeping up a pile of aluminium scraps 🌟⭐🌟
Love this guys car content. Always a pleasure to watch
HA - just as I thought - "gloves required with that MIG welding' - the next second gloves arrived - HA - ESP - also great to see someone being sensible and using a guard with a cutoff wheel. Have a safe and nice day all. CHEERS from AUSTRALIA.
Bloody hell your welding has improved
I kinda love this rust removal. I think its satisfying👍
You might say that you’re just learning but isn’t everyone. Got to say you are doing a great job on that old Merc.
Very nice. Your method of repair panels sort of reminds me of Fitze's Fabrication but, he takes it one step farther with his 'Cut & butt' method. If you haven't seen his rust repair methods, it is definitely worth a look. I will be doing rust repair on a vehicle I am restoring and to me, every video on rust repair is worth a look - always something to learn. Only reason I am commenting is because you said you are learning. Your skills are presently far superior to mine. Your finished work should last a long time. Cheers.
I enjoyed this episode, as I enjoy all of your episodes. Your attention to detail, even as you are perfecting your craft, is amazing. I sure hope the owner paints that car something other than the color that it is!
I agree show more of this kind of work it is fun seeing you progress in your welding skills.
You know what they say - A grinder & paint makes me the welder I ain’t! Good job man
your welds are getting much better.
This is a Journey,, and an excellent way to be brave and say YES im going to have a go at this ,, as mentioned if its wrong or a little of, try again, thats how we all LEARN... fantastic informative stuff..
Fantastic video - just come across this. I've done a bit of amateur fabrication and welding myself, but this is really great work and so nice to have a video others could perhaps learn from and pick up a trick or two. Keep up these videos - would love to see more.
Looking great bud! Your doing a cracking job!!!
I really do like your restore video.
Hope you upload more videos soon .
I my self enjoy watching your contents.
Excellent job. I wish I could leave more than one thumbs up. Your welding is looking really good too btw.
This Merc is looking better each day!
Congrats on your welds, mate
Great work! A bit of advice you may well know - use ‘13 x 457mm Sanding Belts Zirconia” for your finger sander, they’re expensive but miles more robust and get some spot weld drill bits both of these will make you life easier. Good luck and keep up the good work
You welding skills have greatly improved. Love the progress. Well done
if these are improved welds then I will pass on watching earlier videos not to have a heart attack :D
Кропотливая и качественная работа. Молодец. 👍👍👍
Full protection, you learned something 👌🏻💪🏻 good to see that you're taking advices seriously. 🙂
A concise and interesting video, well done. I recently restored a Ford Puma 1.7 with (severe) rust in the usual areas. As you say, welding takes a long time but with a good outcome. My welds at the end were certainly better than when I started! Keep learning.
Brilliant work. I have a 1968 VW T2 van that needs work, and all the tooling required, but I'm scared to start. You give me hope.
Great to see that rust being cut away and nice metal take it's place. Great work, very enjoyable.
Cannot wait for the next vid!👍🏻
you sir have all my respect
Congrats on the project. We all have to start somewhere.🤔 It's called learning!! And for me you are doing a good job. It's not fast! But... It is what it is! Keep up the good work!! From Lisbon with Love for Cars/Mercedes-Benz. 😉🖒
I really enjoy the welding videos, so don't feel you need to rush through it. Infact I would advise you take a little longer, especially when cleaning up your welds at the end, don't relie on filler to do all the work, instead take a little more time with the finger sander to get those welds flattened right back it will be a blessing later 😄
Maybe you're not the best, maybe you are. I don't care. You are dedicated and humble. And I learn so much things from you since the begining.
If I was owning an old rusty car, for sure I would like you to work on it.
Enjoy all of it , none of it is boring.👍👍
Your skills are really improving. Well done ........ Fitzee Jr :-)
That welder is dialed in, it sounds so good.
Simply brilliant fella.
Always fun to watch
There's almost 1 million of W123 still in the road. Is not boring.
It really is amazing how rusted out that frame is!
No need to apologise for these sorts of videos, it's all part of the process and just as important as the rest of it. It's been interesting to see how much more work this car has needed than it looked like it did when you started.
This video nailed it! working on a e21 that seems to be unrecoverable and soon will tackle the windshield corners. Right now struggling with the rocker panels. Nice work as always!!
I am enjoying this journey. thanks
Great work !!
I find these videos very good indeed
Thank you. I love these videos....
Great content. Almost there now!
Not boring at all. 👍🏼
this is really helpful kind of puts in to scale how hard it is what its really like
Not boring at all as far as I am concerned. Only one important thing I’ve seen on manny other channels is the usage of zinc primer. It’s a fantastic protection but not ment to be painted over! Because zinc is a self sacrificing material it will reject paint ore primers at some point in the future. Read the instructions. If it is real zinc I would only use it on invisible places or cavities if I were you. Good luck with everything 👍🏼
..good one, nice job of rust removal, keep safe...
Oh yes a next very good Video and really good Job ❤️👍❤️
Nice work and det it is not boring 👍👍
Good work. 👏
Everyone get's all excited about bolting parts to a car, what isn't appreciated, is the fact that a solid bodyshell is fundamental. I say that with 1980's Italian car experience!
Im more jelous of the workshop than the car!
Very nice job!
wow, excellent, thanks a million for sharing
Looks like you're doing a great job. 👍🏻
Hi 👋🏻 buddy. One of my favourite rides lol 😆 Gangster car 🚙 Nice job and a good way of recording it 🤩
Good work and you got there in the end but the reason the outer piece was "a bit off" is because the radii of your template is smaller than the piece you are replacing.
I just envy you for making the patches, they fit really nice!
:-D
Your plug welds came out great, looking just like rivets...but with the spot welds and their connections to each other we are both on the same level...they take as much flap discs as welding wire...
:-D
Thx for showing!
:-D