Hello! Am 63 body and paint man, I srarted at 11. With an uncle's friend. I don't know if is enough to say ,THANKS. The World Need More People Like You. Thanks.
I have spent 46 years as a manufacturing troubleshooter for Rolls-Royce aerospace. In my early years, I watched I’ll be panels make all the body panels for the XJ 220. I think my experience gives me the right to tell you that this video and the work you did was of the absolute highest quality I have seen. Your skills are remarkable. The English wheel work is fantastic as is the hand manipulation. I was a welding engineer for many years and did a lot of the preproduction welding for the RB199 engines for the tornado. We obviously don’t use aluminium in the engine industry but I avidly remember trying to weld aluminium as an apprentice, and it’s bloody difficult because I was just chasing holes! However, if you ever want to weld some exotic materials, Nimonic, Titanium etc - I’m your man! One thing that puzzled me, was, it appeared you were welding from one side, without any argon backing on the back , don’t you get a cokey weld on the penetration side? I expect you are welding from both sides aren’t you? In the aerospace industry we only weld from one side I can only think of one joint that we ever welded from both sides. Thank you for this video. You are a true artist. Well done. I am in awe of you.
Our backgrounds are similar. I was the engineering manager for both BFGoodrich and uniroyal, for tire design in Canada. I also ran welding and fabricating shops. His workmanship is right on, I'm impressed...
Thank you for the amazing comment. I am very much a novice and really appreciate your positive feedback! I welded the aluminium from both sides, but it was a massive learning curve for me ( very hard)
Since we last talked I have cleared out most of the old projects in the barn and sourced some pieces of equipment. I found a beautiful Atlas lathe with every imaginable accessory from an old engineer that I met who needed to get rid of it because they were moving. I found a Burke number 4 horizontal milling machine that needs a work table that I will be casting out of aluminum unit I get a chance to build one out of steel. Since I am going to start on the 1928 Morgan/Mg special I sourced some wood working machines. I found an awesome planer that needs some gears made and it will be in perfect shape. I also built a brake that is 74 inches long and will be great for panels. I am also gearing up for being able to cast any pieces out of aluminum. It has taken quite a while but these things will make the build so much better and come out even more beautiful. I am going to make everything including the gauges and any parts that cannot be sourced . That happens to be just about all of them because I do not know of any parts for 100 year old Morgans so everything will be custom. I said I would keep you in the loop.
A true craftsman does not need high end tools to produce a masterpiece. You have the highest skill and ability that I have ever seen! Incredible talent!
I’ve been a auto tech and car guy since my teens. I’m now 60 years old and sad that I never learned of at least attempted to learn these skills. People ooh and ahh over a painting from some dead guy which is fine but you sir, I am completely blown away! This is what REAL ART IS! It’s a living and breathing visceral experience. I kind of compare it to a fine watch. A watch builder assembles a watch with precision and great care and the final piece is to start its heart beat. It comes alive. I have watched this video several times and every time I’m even more impressed. You are an artist. A true artist.
Stunning is a very small word next to that aluminum confection! Although there is really no color but BRG it could be, the raw metal was awesome to begin with. FR
Donny, I have to say I watched every minute of this video and as someone who has restored & rebuilt a few Jaguars E Types & XKs this is a work of art. To build this D Type from scratch with just a DIY English wheel and a hammer and dollies is nothing short of amazing, I don‘t use the word craftsmanship often but in your case it is spot on the money. I am really enjoying the camper build even though I have no real interest in RVs but to watch your plans come to fruition is remarkable. I would love to know what you think of some of my builds so if you get a bit of spare time please let me know what you think. As a subscriber i look forward to seeing what you're up to in each video. Cheers Dave
Hi Dave. Thanks for the message! It really means a lot when a fellow fabricator has such good things to say about my work😊. I'm very excited to go and check out your channel (I just subscribed) as I'm always looking for new content to keep me motivated! Kind regards
@ Classic Car Dave how should one expect any less from a guy who irrefutably has what it takes to actually hand build his own F1, BTW, you got a new sub here and I will most definately be checking out 'your' builds - thanks for the connect .*.*.*.
I'm alone at the office slow clapping to your video. This was insane. The British racing green was the cherry on top. I honestly kept pausing the video and saying "no waaay" to myself.
I must say that you are a very fast worker I couldn’t keep up with you 😂😂. But seriously the car is a masterpiece. I would like to see you make an Aston DB4 next. The early model though.
Fantastic outcome! Donny, I noticed your comment regarding the hood louvers and I hope you don't regret or fix any deviations or blemishes. The car isn't a replica anymore, it's a one-off that will always be known as "your car", and it will always be judged on its own standards.
Wow thank you for the kind words. I always try to build replicas as close to the original as possible and (obviously) don't get it exactly right, but what you said makes me look at the deviations a little different. Thanks!
I have been auto body collision repair for a very long time....I would clean the bathrooms and sweep the floor just to be a part of that type of quality workmanship. Great job son
INCREDIBLE skills! Wish I had. Thirty years ago, I got a ride around the track at Silverstone in a real one, also drove through the Cotswolds in it. Started to rain at one point. We simply found a quintessential pub, removed the seat cushions, and had lunch! Also got a ride up the M1 from London to Stoneleigh, near Coventry, in a real C-Type.
Without doubt the most beautiful creation I have ever seen anywhere. Your sheet metal skills are second to none and a credit to all concerned, love the D type.
This what I call a restoration! Not one of those fake rebuilds where they “find” a piece of junk and spend ten times it’s value on spares just to make the video to get paid!
I actually watched this at quarter speed. Just amazing. I had expected a 'state-of-the-art' high tech workshop and saw an english-wheel, a jig-saw and a selection of hammers. Amazing.
Damn Danie, that colour is soooo deep. You've done this car a solid favor by doing what you did. I hope that I get to see it in person when it's done and not locked up in a garage collection somewhere..
Thanks Gary. I was very apprehensive about the colour but it really came out looking absolutely amazing! The owner is so excited about the car, I think he will defenitely be going to every car show he can. Otherwise you can come for a private viewing😁
I have watched and admired several wooden boat building projects over the last few years but this takes that kind of 'lofting', pattern making and shaping to a whole new level!
There is only one word here! ‘RESPECT’ these skills and his determination are rare in a world where the great unwashed seek recognition for bodily adornment, augmentation and the desire for as many likes and followers, to see one man’s passion and vision come alive, leaves me speechless, ‘RESPECT’ Amen. 👏👏👏👏👏
For an amateur fabricator you show a hell of a lot of natural talent together with serious dedication to produce something of that quality. Would have been great work for a pro but for someone with little prior experience it is exceptional.
I have to show my brother this video. He restores vintage cars as a job, but refuses taking on Jags because they're always so totally rusted. I think this could change his mind, but only if he is allowed to build the chassis and bodywork from scratch and in aluminium, which I find a superior material to steel. Very nice job, gives me itchy fingers to try something similar, but not quite as ambitions.
You, sir, are not only a very skilled craftsman(obviously), but a talented artist, as well! Because what you have created is rolling automotive art! There are numerous excellent engineers and numerous talented artists in the world today. An individual who possesses both qualities is a much rarer bird. You are one of those rare birds! Liked and subbed! Cheers!
You do incredible work ! I thought that it was finishing without paint . I didn’t realize you were going to paint it and I watched it to the end. I’ve never watched a video to the end ! cheers to your craft. I wish I could have you rebuild my 55 Nomad with aluminum, so it doesn’t rust again. ✌🏽
It is a good morning when Donny uploads such a banger. But... how did you weld in the hood louvers without distorting the hood ? I guess it wasnt hard for you...
Hehehe thanks for that! I had tremendous problems with distortion and worst thing is that I found out after the fact that the original cars louvres where rivited into position and not welded 🤦🏼♂️
Malcolm Sayer designed the bodies using ellipses (obviously many ellipses with different x and y co-ordinates) that intersect (usually) at a common tangent, this is one of the reasons the cars look absolutely "right" - they are mathematically right and all the curves are of the same type. His design books were full of equations and co-ordinates. I believe Neville Swales found some of these design books and used them when he was creating the bucks for his XJ13 exact replica. So, the bucks can be built using the equations (if you can find them) to give the correct shape, rather than having to copy an existing body. Alternatively, you can check and correct minor discrepancies on an existing car by mathematically re-creating the ellipses.
An amazing bit of work...for me the take away, as an old "metal man", was the varity of metal working techniques used and those that were not used . Hammer form used, tipping wheel not used
"NICE" you say!!! When I say "NICE" I'm being extremely sarcastic....... Seriously that's beyond amazing. I'm assuming that's not your day job, so finding the time commitment enthusiasm energy etc to build a project like that is bloody awesome.👍👍
Hello! Am 63 body and paint man, I srarted at 11. With an uncle's friend. I don't know if is enough to say ,THANKS. The World Need More People Like You. Thanks.
Thank you! I started this channel for that exact reason, hopefully it can inspire more people to fabricate and restore beautiful cars and projects.
I have spent 46 years as a manufacturing troubleshooter for Rolls-Royce aerospace. In my early years, I watched I’ll be panels make all the body panels for the XJ 220. I think my experience gives me the right to tell you that this video and the work you did was of the absolute highest quality I have seen. Your skills are remarkable. The English wheel work is fantastic as is the hand manipulation. I was a welding engineer for many years and did a lot of the preproduction welding for the RB199 engines for the tornado. We obviously don’t use aluminium in the engine industry but I avidly remember trying to weld aluminium as an apprentice, and it’s bloody difficult because I was just chasing holes! However, if you ever want to weld some exotic materials, Nimonic, Titanium etc - I’m your man! One thing that puzzled me, was, it appeared you were welding from one side, without any argon backing on the back , don’t you get a cokey weld on the penetration side? I expect you are welding from both sides aren’t you? In the aerospace industry we only weld from one side I can only think of one joint that we ever welded from both sides. Thank you for this video. You are a true artist. Well done. I am in awe of you.
Our backgrounds are similar. I was the engineering manager for both BFGoodrich and uniroyal, for tire design in Canada. I also ran welding and fabricating shops. His workmanship is right on, I'm impressed...
That's how is was built in the sixties !
Thank you for the amazing comment. I am very much a novice and really appreciate your positive feedback!
I welded the aluminium from both sides, but it was a massive learning curve for me ( very hard)
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The skill this man has is insane, I couldn't believe my eyes through out the video..
Since we last talked I have cleared out most of the old projects in the barn and sourced some pieces of equipment. I found a beautiful Atlas lathe with every imaginable accessory from an old engineer that I met who needed to get rid of it because they were moving. I found a Burke number 4 horizontal milling machine that needs a work table that I will be casting out of aluminum unit I get a chance to build one out of steel. Since I am going to start on the 1928 Morgan/Mg special I sourced some wood working machines. I found an awesome planer that needs some gears made and it will be in perfect shape. I also built a brake that is 74 inches long and will be great for panels. I am also gearing up for being able to cast any pieces out of aluminum. It has taken quite a while but these things will make the build so much better and come out even more beautiful. I am going to make everything including the gauges and any parts that cannot be sourced . That happens to be just about all of them because I do not know of any parts for 100 year old Morgans so everything will be custom. I said I would keep you in the loop.
You, sir, are not only a skilled craftsman, but also an artist of the highest caliber!
I’m off outside with a hammer, to redesign my car. Seems straightforward enough!
What an absolute craftsman. Patients and skill in the extreme.
Not the 1st time you've used an english wheel. Beautiful craftsmanship
This is a WONDERFUL show. You are not BRAVO... more.... Wonderful job!!! This is the power of "know how" and "passion"... BRAVO!!!!
A work of art and real skill and talent.
Thanks!
A true craftsman does not need high end tools to produce a masterpiece. You have the highest skill and ability that I have ever seen! Incredible talent!
Let's not simp
I’ve been a auto tech and car guy since my teens. I’m now 60 years old and sad that I never learned of at least attempted to learn these skills. People ooh and ahh over a painting from some dead guy which is fine but you sir, I am completely blown away! This is what REAL ART IS! It’s a living and breathing visceral experience. I kind of compare it to a fine watch. A watch builder assembles a watch with precision and great care and the final piece is to start its heart beat. It comes alive. I have watched this video several times and every time I’m even more impressed. You are an artist. A true artist.
Wow thank you for the kind message. I am a huge admirer of watches and watch making, so being compared is a massive compliment for me!
Stunning is a very small word next to that aluminum confection! Although there is really no color but BRG it could be, the raw metal was awesome to begin with. FR
Donny, I have to say I watched every minute of this video and as someone who has restored & rebuilt a few Jaguars E Types & XKs this is a work of art. To build this D Type from
scratch with just a DIY English wheel and a hammer and dollies is nothing short of amazing, I don‘t use the word craftsmanship often but in your case it is spot on the money. I am
really enjoying the camper build even though I have no real interest in RVs but to watch your plans come to fruition is remarkable. I would love to know what you think of some of
my builds so if you get a bit of spare time please let me know what you think. As a subscriber i look forward to seeing what you're up to in each video. Cheers Dave
Hi Dave. Thanks for the message! It really means a lot when a fellow fabricator has such good things to say about my work😊.
I'm very excited to go and check out your channel (I just subscribed) as I'm always looking for new content to keep me motivated! Kind regards
@ Classic Car Dave
how should one expect any less from a guy who irrefutably has what it takes to actually hand build his own F1, BTW, you got a new sub here and I will most definately be checking out 'your' builds - thanks for the connect .*.*.*.
This guy is an artist.
I'm alone at the office slow clapping to your video. This was insane. The British racing green was the cherry on top. I honestly kept pausing the video and saying "no waaay" to myself.
I must say that you are a very fast worker I couldn’t keep up with you 😂😂. But seriously the car is a masterpiece. I would like to see you make an Aston DB4 next. The early model though.
From zero to something they call beautiful..
All done by your hands..
Brilliant...by far.
Simon a Brit in Spain 👍
Your fabricating and mind set is on another level. Wow that is absolutely gorgeous.
And finished the build off with a mug of tea! You'd fit right in to the English motor industry, if we still had one.
Wonderful work.
Fantastic outcome! Donny, I noticed your comment regarding the hood louvers and I hope you don't regret or fix any deviations or blemishes. The car isn't a replica anymore, it's a one-off that will always be known as "your car", and it will always be judged on its own standards.
Wow thank you for the kind words. I always try to build replicas as close to the original as possible and (obviously) don't get it exactly right, but what you said makes me look at the deviations a little different. Thanks!
I just came across this video,today. It is April 8,2024, I tip my hat to you sir, one beautiful job.
One of my favorite videos of all time. Absolutely awesome.
Watching it again.
I have been auto body collision repair for a very long time....I would clean the bathrooms and sweep the floor just to be a part of that type of quality workmanship. Great job son
thank you
i don't know if i'm more impressed by the skills or by the fact that he hasn't changed clothes for 2716 consecutive hours.
I am in awe! What an exquisite creation. The level of skill involved in this build is off the scale. Such a beautiful piece of work.
This build is fantastic loved it. Took me back 60 years
Someone is Super Clever . Awesome Workmanship.
❤ the Color . Work of Art 🎨
INCREDIBLE skills! Wish I had. Thirty years ago, I got a ride around the track at Silverstone in a real one, also drove through the Cotswolds in it. Started to rain at one point. We simply found a quintessential pub, removed the seat cushions, and had lunch! Also got a ride up the M1 from London to Stoneleigh, near Coventry, in a real C-Type.
Sounds like unforgettable memories 👍👍
The beauty of the English wheel is how it forms the cubic cyristal structure of the metal making it stronger that normal pressing
Without doubt the most beautiful creation I have ever seen anywhere. Your sheet metal skills are second to none and a credit to all concerned, love the D type.
Impressive!!!!! A master stroke using the fibreglass body as the “former”!!
Phenomenal
just WOW respect. love the colour British racing green perfect
Crikey the patience and skill to do that is beyond my comprehension.
Staggeringly brilliant, I'm just blown away, ever wondered what a panel beater does? You do now.
Thanks Peter!
This what I call a restoration! Not one of those fake rebuilds where they “find” a piece of junk and spend ten times it’s value on spares just to make the video to get paid!
Now that's dedication, Eight hours a day, seven days a week, very near a whole years work, as an engineer I salute you sir, from the UK.
REMARKABLE! This is an example of the process and the man who did it exceeding the product.
That's some dedication, Mate. I hope you're spreading the 'you can do it' word around. It's great to see someone doing something fantastic.
Thank you! I feel strongly about that quote. It only takes some dedication and a bit of stubbornness😁
Love the luggage storage area in the headrest!
I actually watched this at quarter speed. Just amazing. I had expected a 'state-of-the-art' high tech workshop and saw an english-wheel, a jig-saw and a selection of hammers. Amazing.
Thank you! Still working on the state of the art workshop😂
Absolutely incredible work.
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What is even more incredible is it appears that the same woman is visible at the beginning and end of the video LOL.
Hahaha. I was able to keep her around throughout the whole build😁
That should be driven hard then hung up in the British museum.
Amazing.
Respect.
I like that idea
23 minutes of absolute bliss to watch. The skill, attention to detail and experience really comes through. What an awesome build!
just stunning, with only hammer, dolly, and a English wheel, i love your work....... ; )
There is nothing left to say! What a craftsman!!!!!
a top guys work..very top skill to build and patience.... worth every moment ... a life time for all generations to honour
What craftsmanship. You do gain those skills in five minutes, that is years of practice and knowledge passed down through generations. Beautiful work.
I really enjoyed watching you work, and If you slow it down. I would have watched every minute of it. No matter how long it would be... Great work..
Damn Danie, that colour is soooo deep. You've done this car a solid favor by doing what you did. I hope that I get to see it in person when it's done and not locked up in a garage collection somewhere..
Thanks Gary. I was very apprehensive about the colour but it really came out looking absolutely amazing! The owner is so excited about the car, I think he will defenitely be going to every car show he can. Otherwise you can come for a private viewing😁
From the UK 😊 and it is painted in BRG well done ! Jaguar racing would be proud of this car
That's very kind of you, thanks!!
I have just watched this, I can not believe my eyes a work of genius does not cover it.
As someone who knows how difficult aluminium can be to work with, I salute you!
Umm. did I see a stray Messerschmitt? V8? Kidding!
I have watched and admired several wooden boat building projects over the last few years but this takes that kind of 'lofting', pattern making and shaping to a whole new level!
thank you!
Just one word : incredible.
I have nothing more than ADMIRATION for your skill…!…absolutely stunning!
Thank you! Cheers!
Потрясающе, это не работа с металлом это какое то волшебство!!!!!
There is only one word here! ‘RESPECT’ these skills and his determination are rare in a world where the great unwashed seek recognition for bodily adornment, augmentation and the desire for as many likes and followers, to see one man’s passion and vision come alive, leaves me speechless, ‘RESPECT’ Amen. 👏👏👏👏👏
A work of art by a true artist
Just stunning, amazingly detailed build and fantastic execution, you are truly talented congratulations
For an amateur fabricator you show a hell of a lot of natural talent together with serious dedication to produce something of that quality. Would have been great work for a pro but for someone with little prior experience it is exceptional.
Thank you
Some serious skills right there, well done!!!
I have to show my brother this video. He restores vintage cars as a job, but refuses taking on Jags because they're always so totally rusted. I think this could change his mind, but only if he is allowed to build the chassis and bodywork from scratch and in aluminium, which I find a superior material to steel.
Very nice job, gives me itchy fingers to try something similar, but not quite as ambitions.
'Thanks! Ali is also my prefered material
You, sir, are not only a very skilled craftsman(obviously), but a talented artist, as well! Because what you have created is rolling automotive art! There are numerous excellent engineers and numerous talented artists in the world today. An individual who possesses both qualities is a much rarer bird. You are one of those rare birds! Liked and subbed! Cheers!
Has anyone ever put their finger through an english wheel?
Fantastic to watch this mastery. Thank you.
not fun😂
You do incredible work ! I thought that it was finishing without paint . I didn’t realize you were going to paint it and I watched it to the end. I’ve never watched a video to the end ! cheers to your craft. I wish I could have you rebuild my 55 Nomad with aluminum, so it doesn’t rust again. ✌🏽
Good to see that these outstanding skills are alive and well
the devotion....2700 plus hours...amazing
Yes, you can do it too, if you have a wheeling machine and are a f*cking artist! Truly mind-blowing work. The painted body is truly a thing of beauty.
Thanks😁
Absolutely crazy, incredible, amazing, stunning skill and craftsmanship.
Wow thanks for the kind words ☺️
Massive accomplishment, Congratulations! Having the Fibreglass as a Buck was a great help!!
No power hammer and shinker tools only hand made =) Respect
I’ve never commented on UA-cam before but really felt like I need to on this video. The skill this guy has is unreal! Absolutely amazing!
i dont even understand how is this possible..this is beyond impressive skills sir!
Just one word, beautiful you are a master.👍👍👍
i want to see it driving, with the sound of the engine ! Cheers Chris !
Very soon
Being english to take on one of the most iconic cars in the would wow first rate job stunning thumbs up well done 🇬🇧
Thank you! 👍
Ye should be Proud of yourself amazing job,don't no why it hasn't had Millions of Views thanks mate 👍
It is a good morning when Donny uploads such a banger. But... how did you weld in the hood louvers without distorting the hood ? I guess it wasnt hard for you...
Hehehe thanks for that! I had tremendous problems with distortion and worst thing is that I found out after the fact that the original cars louvres where rivited into position and not welded 🤦🏼♂️
Malcolm Sayer designed the bodies using ellipses (obviously many ellipses with different x and y co-ordinates) that intersect (usually) at a common tangent, this is one of the reasons the cars look absolutely "right" - they are mathematically right and all the curves are of the same type. His design books were full of equations and co-ordinates. I believe Neville Swales found some of these design books and used them when he was creating the bucks for his XJ13 exact replica. So, the bucks can be built using the equations (if you can find them) to give the correct shape, rather than having to copy an existing body. Alternatively, you can check and correct minor discrepancies on an existing car by mathematically re-creating the ellipses.
Very interesting. Didn't know this
Stunning craftmanship
give this man more aluminium
Yes please!
That car is AWESOME. one of my fav model Jaguar
Absolutely incredible. If I had not seen it I would not have believed it. Incredible skill and dedication. Even your partner helped. Wonderful.
Wow we need more like him to teach the young,
Beautiful! Absolutely, really beautiful. Artwork. Would love to see it in person.
An amazing bit of work...for me the take away, as an old "metal man", was the varity of metal working techniques used and those that were not used . Hammer form used, tipping wheel not used
This man should live forever. Those skills!
As others have said, your work is amazing! No, most of us out here can not do what you do. You are a true craftsman.
The biggest respect for all the work
Just one thing
The car deserves a perfect paintjob
❤
thanks. It's been profesionally painted since
Straight up an artist's work
A masterpiece, deserves a billion views at least.
Thank you!
Even if this video was played at normal speed I wouldn't be able to keep up all that's going on! Amazing work right there folks, keep it fellahlll
Fantastic workmanship a fabricator i use locally his father of 90 still builds MG k3 bodies out of aluminium.
Almost a sin to cover that beautiful alu-work with paint… Impressive, anyways! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Simply amazing. Words fail me.......
Absolutely amazing. A true craftsman.
You have great skills, thank you for sharing it !,, God bless you.
Just popped up on my feed, that was FANTASTIC!
You have to be talented and have a will of steel for this kind of work. Congratulations on a successful project... You really are a master.
"NICE" you say!!! When I say "NICE" I'm being extremely sarcastic....... Seriously that's beyond amazing. I'm assuming that's not your day job, so finding the time commitment enthusiasm energy etc to build a project like that is bloody awesome.👍👍