Building The Last Major Panels For The Chopped 1939 Mercury

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  • @jerryhablitzel3333
    @jerryhablitzel3333 16 годин тому +17

    You’re sneaking up on it. I envy your skills on the metal work. I wouldn’t even be able to come close to being able to tackle a custom roof chop like you’re doing. The shape is about as good as I’ve ever seen as far as it having the right flow to it. I’ve really enjoyed watching this project.

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому +2

      Thanks for the kind words. We appreciate your support!

    • @user-kq7xt6cq8q
      @user-kq7xt6cq8q 8 годин тому

      With the New roof line its ging to be a very beautiful hotrod /lowrider.
      Great work.

  • @Matthew-x9d
    @Matthew-x9d 18 годин тому +17

    You have taken your Ford to a whole new level of form…You have given it a wonderful streamline look. The sedan looks killer man. Love it.

  • @jerrylong381
    @jerrylong381 19 годин тому +18

    It looks great Matt!
    Here's wishing everyone at Iron Trap Garage, and their families a Merry Christmas and a BITCHIN! New Year.😎

  • @WoodyWorkshop-31A
    @WoodyWorkshop-31A 14 годин тому +10

    The "Crime Scene" Merc is looking really sharp with that chop. Loving this multipart series explaining how you're getting this job done. Merry Christmas Matt, Mike, Steve, Moon and your families.

  • @JamesWoodring-mu2iz
    @JamesWoodring-mu2iz 19 годин тому +13

    merry christmas guys! thanks for all the entertainment .

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  18 годин тому +1

      Merry Christmas and thanks for watching!

  • @barryhickman6911
    @barryhickman6911 15 годин тому +2

    What a complex, challenging, difficult and demanding jigsaw puzzle you are working with. However, it certainly appears that you have mastered it with excellent metal shaping talents. Matt, that Merc is looking so much better with all that you have done thus far. Really impressed man. Looking forward to the coming videos on it (BTW: Love that you have broken this process up to these mini videos) GREAT work, you are indeed, THE MAN!

  • @philstevens8950
    @philstevens8950 18 годин тому +6

    Not only does the Merc roof look 200%
    better, but the explanation of how your making the panels fit are very helpful in understanding the process. I'll continue with my roadster body that needs no such work.
    The best to you all in 25!!!

  • @vermontguy7692
    @vermontguy7692 19 годин тому +12

    Wow, that's a tough job! Looks WAY better than I thought it would. Nice going and Merry Christmas, Matt.

  • @rickkyriakopoulos1103
    @rickkyriakopoulos1103 19 годин тому +9

    I like it ... The less body filler the better !! It's all a learning process, it looks great !! Merry Christmas men 🎄

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  18 годин тому

      Thanks for watching!

    • @danontherun5685
      @danontherun5685 15 годин тому

      I don't understand this fear of body fillers. I've been working on a 32 that was first restored in late 60s with some bondo literally 1/2" thick on the banged up, rusted thin, poorly prepped front fenders and I still have to grind and heat it off. I try to keep it less than 1/8 thick but good fillers are dependable. Restorations are usually 100% filler covered no problem.

  • @JONMEREDITH
    @JONMEREDITH 19 годин тому +9

    DAMN!! That is really coming along super well! This video starts my Christmas holiday off great! Thanks guys, and have a fabulous Christmas too!

  • @del65johnson
    @del65johnson 16 годин тому +3

    Its just looks soo way better than the stogie look of the original 39 Mercury coupe. You have made this car beautiful !!

  • @thecolorgreen7046
    @thecolorgreen7046 20 годин тому +9

    Have a good holiday to Matt's, Mike's & Steve's families. Best In '25. 👍

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  18 годин тому +1

      Thank you! Happy Holidays to you and yours

  • @WilliamNast-v1g
    @WilliamNast-v1g 15 годин тому +5

    Very intricate stuff. Gotta have the knowledge and the correct tools, for sure! Much eyeballing for a project like this.

  • @baronvontaytoe
    @baronvontaytoe 10 годин тому +2

    I didn't have your vision for this project, thank you for breaking it up into sections the way you have. It's looking fantastic!

  • @jimandlinsnow7002
    @jimandlinsnow7002 18 годин тому +6

    Nailed it. It flows great in my humble opinion. Merry Christmas to the Irontrap crew.😊

  • @mikebougher3731
    @mikebougher3731 14 годин тому +2

    I'm pretty sure you have Gene's approval so far. Having helped chop a few cars and trucks I know this isn't an easy one to tackle. Merry Christmas to the Iron Trap crew and their families.

  • @dennisthompson7707
    @dennisthompson7707 18 годин тому +5

    It's amazing what a lot of talent and the right tools can do. That car looks better every episode. Merry Christmas to your family and crew!

  • @1fknhpycmpr355
    @1fknhpycmpr355 18 годин тому +5

    Looks beautiful, even its not done yet!
    Merry Christmas to all you guys!

  • @johnnyroberts6291
    @johnnyroberts6291 10 годин тому +2

    Hey Matt,
    You should be very proud of yourself. That 39 is amazing.👍

  • @James-e3s8u
    @James-e3s8u 18 годин тому +4

    The lines are reminiscent of an old streamlined Buick looks amazing and it really does suit the look fantastic job happy Christmas and a great new year to all at Iron trap garage.

  • @hughsmith7281
    @hughsmith7281 13 годин тому +2

    Merry Christmas Matt, Mike, Steve, Moon and your families.

  • @josephpalen7149
    @josephpalen7149 12 годин тому +2

    A lot of work. Pretty impressive! Thinking out loud: using the original rear side window and drip rail, I wondered would it have been easier if the rear window had been modified to look/fit better?

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  11 годин тому

      The rear window doesn’t need any modification. It’s the correct size with the chip we did

  • @murdoc6501
    @murdoc6501 15 годин тому +1

    Fantastic flow of the sail panels! Can't wait to see how you attack the b-pillars (vertical like the Zocchi Merc or angled?)! She's really coming together! Go Iron Trap, keep moving forward!

  • @TrashcanGarage
    @TrashcanGarage 12 годин тому +1

    That flow is spot on. Thanks Matt for sharing your work. My appreciation for metalworking grows each time I watch one of these. 🔥

  • @robertlabaw2037
    @robertlabaw2037 19 годин тому +5

    The entire time that I have been watching the various videos on this build, the song "Mercury Blues" by the Steve Miller Band has been playing in my head. Really would like to see a teardrop spotlight, side pipes, and blue ghost flames to take this car over the top...Happy Holidays to the entire Iron Trap Garage crew!

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  18 годин тому +1

      No ghosts flames or side pipes I’m afraid. Thanks for watching

  • @irav4u
    @irav4u 18 годин тому +4

    yes I like this "technical stuff. what comes to mind as a favorite is when you take some old, floppy body and stiffen it. The Schroll coupe and Sweetheart for instance. On Sweetheart you put a stiffener in the curve behind the seat and combined with securing the A pillars made it stronger than new. Fascinating...

  • @garyhughes9199
    @garyhughes9199 16 годин тому +1

    WOW! Your vision and tenacity are accelerating your skill level. Watching you getting this stuff down is almost as fun as building my own hotrods. I want a Merc ! LOL

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thanks, glad you’re enjoying the build!

  • @ModelMotorworks
    @ModelMotorworks 13 годин тому +1

    Beautiful work on the chop so far!

  • @iantaylor1523
    @iantaylor1523 19 годин тому +5

    Car is looking great Matt nice job . Merry Christmas to you and yours

  • @petermilianes3771
    @petermilianes3771 18 годин тому +3

    Great job Matt. It’s looking awesome. It’s gonna be an amazing custom when you’re done. Need to bring it to the Syracuse nationals. Love to see it in person.

  • @mikecresho6546
    @mikecresho6546 12 годин тому +2

    Merry Christmas to all you guys and your families !!!! Best of luck in 2025

  • @jamessoares516
    @jamessoares516 16 годин тому +1

    Artistry in motion it’s amazing how you get everything to flow. That’s gonna be one good looking ride.

  • @petehayward1732
    @petehayward1732 16 годин тому +2

    To Matt, Steve and Mike. Merry Christmas and a happy new year ( Nollaig Shona agus Athbhliain Mhaise Duit ) from Ireland. Love your work and never miss a vid.

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thank you! Happy holidays to you and yours!

  • @lancemchatton9893
    @lancemchatton9893 14 годин тому +1

    I'm really enjoying watching your work on this. Great job attacking this and learning from it. I can appreciate all the hard work you're putting into it. It's looking great!

  • @oldbobsgarage8019
    @oldbobsgarage8019 20 годин тому +5

    I typically favor keeping older cars like this close to there original lines, but this "adjustment" looks fantastic! The flows great, reminds me of CadZZilla.

  • @ZeGermanHam
    @ZeGermanHam 14 годин тому +1

    Totally awesome. Love seeing all the steps taken to build a custom roofline. Keep the Merc vids coming!

  • @keithyoung7640
    @keithyoung7640 17 годин тому +1

    It's so cool to see somebody that has a vision within that vision play out

  • @stephenbillmann9741
    @stephenbillmann9741 13 годин тому +1

    Looking great! I'm impressed with your patience and desire to challenge yourself.

  • @wayneheikkila9930
    @wayneheikkila9930 16 годин тому +2

    That is the look! A very nice Suttle change or adjustment. Marry Christmas!

  • @JimBosGarage49
    @JimBosGarage49 12 годин тому +1

    I hate that can’t come and learn from you but I sure am glad that you are passing your knowledge along to that young man. Got to keep the hobby alive. I hope he soaks it up. Great job Matt. You are the type of person I could hang out with. Tell the young man that he may not know it but he has awesome teacher. 👍🏾

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  11 годин тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words and for watching!

  • @donames6941
    @donames6941 19 годин тому +5

    Happy holidays, guys ❤

  • @JayBird-xi2ws
    @JayBird-xi2ws 20 годин тому +5

    Merry Christmas to everyone at iron trap. Happy holidays matt
    ❤ 🇦🇺

  • @allanrichards3752
    @allanrichards3752 13 годин тому +1

    Hi Matt, first merry Xmas and happy new year to you, your family and your team. I am really loving these roof chop videos and I think you are really good at it. When I did my mechanical engineering apprenticeship I finished up in the sheet metal section as I found it less "mechanical" than sitting at a machine. You have to be able to visualize and feel the generation of the shapes you want, seeing where you want to stretch, shrink or form the metal, and there is a bit of artistry in that.

  • @johnalexander4356
    @johnalexander4356 17 годин тому +1

    I really believe your work is constantly improving and desire to push yourself is showing. You always have demonstrated a lot of skill but your pushing to be a master.

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thank you! It takes a lifetime of doing this stuff to become close to a master!

  • @russelltrupia4479
    @russelltrupia4479 14 годин тому +1

    Awesome job Matt the merc looks killer what a transformation.👍👍

  • @h5mind373
    @h5mind373 12 годин тому +1

    You know you nailed it when it looks like it came that way from the factory.

  • @jimstephens9491
    @jimstephens9491 5 годин тому

    This panel looks perfect. The flow down and around the corner works nice.

  • @bodarville2510
    @bodarville2510 15 годин тому +2

    I think Henry and Edsel would approve this!

  • @tomfortson5147
    @tomfortson5147 2 години тому

    Hey Matt, I'm really impressed with your eye for design. The flow of the sail panels is just exquisite. And now, out in the sunlight, I see what you were just talking about with the cat walk section. I'm betting that you're going to be much happier after you fix it.
    Gotta say that the original look of the '39 didn't really grab me. Now, though, after you've worked your magic on the chop, I'm hoping that you're going to put together a "Before-And-After" video. I'm impressed.

  • @motardmike
    @motardmike 18 годин тому +3

    Lovin the process....Merry Christmas Guys.

  • @billtaylor5853
    @billtaylor5853 18 годин тому +3

    Amazing work. The perfect Christmas gift to yourself. Have a great one!

  • @randomyank7777
    @randomyank7777 9 годин тому

    The way you have done this , all makes sense . Each piece sets up the next piece . On side pieces , the 1st side is learning , the 2nd side using what was learned . I like the fact you have left them "loose" , & using what worked better on 1 side to enhance the other side better .The "look" is so good , it's actually subtle , to the point it's as if the car was built that way from the factory . You took 4.5" off @ the windshield , & it all looks normal . I like the crease transition at the body , & you can make it soft or sharp with filler . The overall flow is Stellar , I think you nailed it , in my humble opinion . The best part of this whole project is you've allowed yourself space & time for changes , & given those of us who want to know "how" you did it , to see exactly that . Merry Christmas to you & yours , Matt ! The same for the rest of the Iron Trap Garage Family !

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  6 годин тому

      Merry Christmas, we appreciate the compliments and support!

  • @geofo60
    @geofo60 6 годин тому

    Nice job Matt, the flow of the roof is perfect. Glad you've split the project up into a series of videos. Look forward to catching up with you all at Iron Trap on the next update. Until then, Merry Christmas to you all, have a great time.
    Regards from the UK .

  • @deanbrunner261
    @deanbrunner261 7 годин тому

    Merry Christmas from Memphis Tennessee. I'm an old guy watching and remember those old shade tree guys built cars with just about all hand tools.. Some were not so good at what they did but kudos to them for at least attempting it. Thanks for the memory

  • @Ryan67rs
    @Ryan67rs 18 годин тому +2

    Looking very nice Matt! Merry Christmas.

  • @TimothyKepner
    @TimothyKepner 19 годин тому +2

    Your explanations are fantastic and I've learned a lot. But my question is if you used a Lazer welder would it be faster as the metal won't move around as much because of the heat . Thanks for taking the time to explain what and how and why of what you are doing. Merry Christmas to all and the best of the new year

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  18 годин тому

      The metal will still move. Possibly less due to human error but not sure. Not something we’ve looked into

    • @TimothyKepner
      @TimothyKepner 17 годин тому

      @@IronTrapGarage I have watched a couple of other videos and the welds were tighter and finer but the big thing they stated was the metal stayed a lot cooler. But thank you for the reply and a very Merry Christmas to you and the whole crew. Thanks again

  • @robertcampbell5755
    @robertcampbell5755 6 годин тому

    Wow! Merc’s looking SWEET! Nice job Matt.

  • @VintageCruiser-i6u
    @VintageCruiser-i6u 8 годин тому

    You have ---- IMPROVED ---- the looks of the '39 quite a bit ---- Looks really nice ----- Hope you all have a Merry Christmas ---- Rodney -------- Nice Job

  • @theonebrewster
    @theonebrewster 16 годин тому

    Merry Christmas to the ITG crew........The look is shaping up, oh so nice........ the transformation is incredible, it was a nice car before and now it takes you back in time.....straight from the little books of the day.......Matt your a talented metal worker, keep pushing yourself....

  • @TomNorris-d3x
    @TomNorris-d3x 17 годин тому

    Matt … the 39 is looking great! You have the vision and skills of the old school customizers of the 40s and 50s.

  • @bobwilliams1535
    @bobwilliams1535 15 годин тому

    Nice Work! Looking good! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
    Bob

  • @LarryHeagren
    @LarryHeagren 17 годин тому

    The style line crease does need to curve and I can see that the straight line does distract from the eye. Other than that the rest flows beautifully together and the genius was building it in sections to fit your tools. once you do the minor tweaks (which involve much work), You will have an assembly that looks like it was stamped on a custom die. Those who have not followed this series will be left to wonder how you have achieved such a beautiful result. Getting all the curves correct is very difficult and you have mastered this one. It makes the car look so much better. I could sit on that stool with you and admire the shape you have wrought. This car is indeed killer as many have noted. I look forward to each episode. Thanks again for doing this series.

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thanks for watching, and we hope you continue to enjoy the series!

  • @study650
    @study650 15 годин тому

    This all is amazing to me. I never knew you could mold and form metal like that.

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  15 годин тому +1

      You're welcome! That's the beauty of metal!

  • @kurtludwig6962
    @kurtludwig6962 17 годин тому

    Merry Christmas iron trap families. Great chop, design adjustment.

  • @user-kq7xt6cq8q
    @user-kq7xt6cq8q 8 годин тому

    And for all to you and families have a nice Christmas 😊.

  • @jeffbayer1287
    @jeffbayer1287 3 години тому

    This was some really nice work. Really fun to watch.

  • @ocleaves5436
    @ocleaves5436 16 годин тому

    Merry Christmas, Thanks for all the videos and work.

  • @jhwk1970
    @jhwk1970 16 годин тому

    Merry Christmas! Thanks for all the interesting and educational info you provide me!

  • @thomasst.martin3308
    @thomasst.martin3308 17 годин тому

    Kudos to Mike for his editing what is a very long process. Thanks and Merry Christmas to all.

  • @Michael-wq8qu
    @Michael-wq8qu 11 годин тому

    Merry Christmas and thanks for another great year of inspiration.

  • @Ecosse57
    @Ecosse57 14 годин тому

    at this rate matt itg is gonna need its own custom crest!
    merry christmass, all!

  • @JonFJ1200
    @JonFJ1200 6 годин тому

    Tks for the tutorial. Good stuff Maynard

  • @damienhammond6449
    @damienhammond6449 8 годин тому

    The roof just looks better every episode 😊😊. Merry Christmas Iron Trap Garage!

  • @daleking8529
    @daleking8529 15 годин тому

    Wow what a tremendous amount of work! You are doing an outstanding job and sounds like you are learning a lot in the process! Got to wonder how many chops that Winfield English wheel has done! Merry Christmas to all you guys at Iron Trap!

  • @Curmudgeon-o7x
    @Curmudgeon-o7x 17 годин тому

    Looks fantastic. Frenched tail lights and shaved trunk handle next?

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Yep after we fix the rust in the channels over the roof opening. Definitely shaving the trunk and still deciding on taillight options

  • @ZigZagMarquis
    @ZigZagMarquis 16 годин тому

    Excellent work Matt! Thanks for this video. Merry Christmas to you, your family, all your friends, and Moondog!

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thanks, we appreciate your support, Merry Christmas!

  • @garagedweller7159
    @garagedweller7159 17 годин тому

    Matt,watching from SW PA. Really enjoying this Merc project. Merry Christmas.

  • @nickmeoli6903
    @nickmeoli6903 12 годин тому

    Looks great! Love seeing the process.

  • @TheCrackerBox
    @TheCrackerBox 7 годин тому

    Thanks for another , Brother !

  • @daviddawson9185
    @daviddawson9185 17 годин тому +1

    You are doing a great job

  • @rolandtb3
    @rolandtb3 17 годин тому

    Looks very good. Boss not happy. Improvements planned. Happy holidays.

  • @kevinbarrett9615
    @kevinbarrett9615 14 годин тому

    Merc lookin good, Merry Christmas to you and your family and co-workers.

  • @rogerramsey8847
    @rogerramsey8847 17 годин тому

    Gonna be real sweet when you get’er done Matt! You may not call yourself an ‘expert’ but you’re pretty damn close!! Happy holidays to all!

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thank you! Always learning and progressing!

  • @ismaelcruz3315
    @ismaelcruz3315 18 годин тому

    Looks cool! Merry Christmas to you all at iron trap!

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas to you too!

  • @danontherun5685
    @danontherun5685 15 годин тому

    You're doing far better than mopar did with their altered roof late 60s cars with the original now rusted roofs left under the newer sheeting.

  • @danielbuckner2167
    @danielbuckner2167 18 годин тому

    Nice work again, Matt

  • @shotsrodder
    @shotsrodder 16 годин тому +1

    Looks great 👍

  • @scottmartin356
    @scottmartin356 14 годин тому

    Looking at the yellow tape it suggests to me a possible two tone paint job, but excellent work!

  • @williamb2642
    @williamb2642 15 годин тому

    That thing is looking badass

  • @michaelguinn5736
    @michaelguinn5736 5 годин тому

    Matt, phenomenal job!! I'm new to the planishing hammer & equipment, you know the results of each piece of equipment & how to use them.

  • @billyporter2195
    @billyporter2195 15 годин тому

    Looks terrific, you must be delighted, you’ll never see any imperfections when the vinyl roof is fitted😂

  • @5798Mike
    @5798Mike 15 годин тому

    Amazing work 👍
    Thanks for sharing

  • @Jemini553
    @Jemini553 17 годин тому

    Matt happy holidays to you and family, also to Mike and Steve and their families the 39 merc is looking fantastic love love it

    • @IronTrapGarage
      @IronTrapGarage  14 годин тому

      Thank you! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

  • @garyjensen4107
    @garyjensen4107 15 годин тому

    Looks great, Merry Christmas

  • @AdamFedeli
    @AdamFedeli 18 годин тому

    Man, it's really looking good. Enjoy the Holidays.

  • @garyf2245
    @garyf2245 16 годин тому

    merry christmas happy newyear to crew an familys great vid

  • @OpieDogie
    @OpieDogie 15 годин тому

    I not a huge roof top fan but this car I think will look better than stock!! Well done, Sir!!
    MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR

  • @BrunoWiebelt
    @BrunoWiebelt 10 годин тому

    that's a great flow ...

  • @Dave-1277
    @Dave-1277 18 годин тому

    MERRY CHRISTMAS ITG!!!!!

  • @peterparlane3035
    @peterparlane3035 12 годин тому

    Superb,MAGIC MAT,the body man.