Part 2: 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 Restoration "Sheetmetal is the car. The body is everything."

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  • @rupertphmode1753
    @rupertphmode1753 Рік тому +119

    You may think this guy is restoring the car with new panels and paint, gas, lots of Amps and a MiG welder. He isn't. This guy is restoring the car with a deep, deep love. His attitude and skill is what you would want in a surgeon if your life was on the line. And, whatever his time and knowledge costs, you could pay twice as much and get wayyyyy less for your money in the long term from other 'restorers'. I just love watching him work.

    • @Chungi2020
      @Chungi2020 Рік тому +8

      Thar part number is on the money this guy is a one of a kind restorer

    • @trainnerd3029
      @trainnerd3029 Рік тому +18

      He is extremely knowledgeable and obviously a perfectionist. That being said, I can’t believe the leaking air fitting isn’t driving him insane!!

    • @pjhitchcock
      @pjhitchcock Рік тому +6

      @@trainnerd3029I came here to say the same thing!! Good lord!

    • @jeffreygarcia874
      @jeffreygarcia874 9 місяців тому +5

      I'm glad I saw this guy's workmanship before I started my fastback. You are a true inspiration to this passion of fastbacks!..
      Keep up the great work and videos.
      You rock bro!

    • @jesper1406
      @jesper1406 26 днів тому

      He's more accurate than my dentist....😂

  • @JohnLaws-sg8yh
    @JohnLaws-sg8yh 8 місяців тому +26

    He doesn't waste one move. And he hits every point without wasting a word. This guy alone is a TV show. Brilliant man with a PHD. Of his craft!

  • @petewilliams4289
    @petewilliams4289 Рік тому +10

    The depth of philosophical awareness of what 'is the car' from this master craftsman is outstanding and welcome in an age of 'ideentity'. Looking forward to the continuing GT500 restoration

  • @Fritter70
    @Fritter70 Рік тому +33

    I could not love this more. Anyone who has done this work this way completely understand what he is doing and saying. “The sheet metal is the car”. Bravo sir. Much respect.

  • @williammontana3895
    @williammontana3895 Рік тому +49

    Thanks. This man is a pro. His knowledge and passion for restoration are truly amazing. Please continue to show the ongoing craftsmanship and evolution of this beautiful car. One can only hope and dream to find someone with pure talent like that for restoration.

  • @gordonagent7037
    @gordonagent7037 5 місяців тому +6

    I have watched hundreds of hours of restoration on mustangs but never any where near as thorough as this guy, his approach is methodical and comprehensive and his commentary is entertaining and enlightening, I am really enjoying his work. It’s amazing the amount of untreated sheet metal on the vehicle, I guess we are lucky now days for body treatments that add protection.

  • @billwilbur4306
    @billwilbur4306 Рік тому +12

    Wow, great video, very rare to find someone that has the know how, skill and doesnt want to take a shortcut. You can be very proud.
    Bill

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +5

      Hey Bill, thanks for weighing in on this.

  • @AngryPapa682
    @AngryPapa682 Рік тому +8

    Anxiously await the next installment!

  • @johnburgess6572
    @johnburgess6572 Рік тому +19

    I am so glad to see this today !!! These 2 guys are amazing with all their knowledge and experience...they are building a car with the finest craftsmanship possible.

    • @helenarusso
      @helenarusso Рік тому +1

      Hi John how are you doing 😊

  • @brucehaims6545
    @brucehaims6545 Рік тому +24

    These series of videos make a lover of these cars appreciate those Shelby's that were well taken care over the decades. But for the rest of those cars that didn't fare that well it is truly a work of art that this man is showing all of us. And it's understandable when we're told how much blood, sweat, tears, time, and $$$$$ goes in to making our favorite Marque come back to life before our eyes. Tremendous job.😊

  • @schwantz3447
    @schwantz3447 Місяць тому +1

    I love your philosophy... The body is everything, whole quarter and PERFECTION.

  • @thomasburger5810
    @thomasburger5810 Рік тому +5

    This guy’s skills and knowledge are absolutely amazing!!

  • @bobleenko512
    @bobleenko512 Рік тому +3

    So I must dream as I shall, most likely, never own one. Your videos perpetuate my dreams, and those of thousands of other I imagine. Thank you !

  • @rt3box6tx74
    @rt3box6tx74 Рік тому +11

    What impresses me about your restorer is his willingness to talk. So many geniuses are broody or just plain inarticulate.
    One day your video of this process will be priceless. Jason is a true artist. Fascinating content.

  • @joebashaw3352
    @joebashaw3352 8 місяців тому +1

    It's nice to see someone that knows what there doing

  • @michaelhicks8120
    @michaelhicks8120 Рік тому +2

    So glad to see another Shelby GT 500 vin coded car saved! Carrol is definitely watching from above!

  • @CHRISROYALSCHIEFSFAN
    @CHRISROYALSCHIEFSFAN Рік тому +3

    Jerry I can't wait to see the final results! 67's are my favorite! Super jealous!

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +1

      Same here, when Dan called me about this Shelby that he found I thought for sure it would not be a '67, the model year I wanted, but it was. And then when we were looking up the car's spec's in the Shelby Registry I thought this car just might be the color that I wanted, red, and it was a T-code for Candyapple Red. So, I developed a positive mindset and I might even get to buy this car, which I did. And now the car is almost restored and I hope everybody following this can get a vicarious thrill of what this is like.

  • @Jim-op3kg
    @Jim-op3kg Рік тому +1

    You said in the beginning he was good! This video proves it. Nice to have a craftsman who is honest and wiling to do what is right. I hope your buying him lunch!😁

  • @gilbertwashburn7095
    @gilbertwashburn7095 Рік тому +7

    You know what you're doing I worked in a body shop for 35 years that thing's going to be beautiful when you're done thumbs up to the talented people left to do this my dad had a 50 Ford and he did all the body work black lacquer it was a beautiful car straight as an arrow Flathead dual carbs LaSalle trans my dad was a hot rider before me have a great day more young people need to know how to do this but they don't seem interested

  • @douglefever7807
    @douglefever7807 Рік тому +4

    I had no idea how involved replacing a quarter CORRECTLY was. Thank you for the detailed video, Jerry!

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +2

      Same here, I didn't know either, so I just kept videoing the process.

  • @davekreitzer4358
    @davekreitzer4358 9 місяців тому +1

    Just as a Grave Yard Car's Restoration - Superb ! 👌

  • @moparedtn
    @moparedtn Рік тому +8

    The project of a lifetime, Jerry. Great to see yours in not only such capable hands!
    The mans' passion is just as important as his skill, however - and this fella has that, too.
    Integrity, expertise and motivation....this is going to be quite a car when done.
    - Ed on the Ridge

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +2

      Yes, thanks Ed. I agree 100%. I can't wait to show the car done. We lack installing the 428 & transmission and that's about it.

    • @CP-nl2zb
      @CP-nl2zb Рік тому

      @@thewriter2549
      Hi Jerry. A friend of mine has 5 camaros
      1967 race care mixed emotions 2
      1967 street
      1968 street
      1969 street
      2009 street
      He also has a
      71 cuttles
      And
      1965 Chevelle race car mixef emotion
      He restored all but the 09 himself.
      Someone needs to document his collection.
      If you or you can recommend someone please let me know.

    • @CP-nl2zb
      @CP-nl2zb Рік тому

      @@thewriter2549 He has had 5 of the cars 30 yeaars or longer and did most the work himself

  • @michaelkienhofer6394
    @michaelkienhofer6394 Рік тому +5

    Fantastic to watch,,Great Workmanship!

    • @helenarusso
      @helenarusso Рік тому +1

      Hi Michael how are you doing 😊

  • @ainerush8942
    @ainerush8942 Рік тому +5

    That's a passionate labour of love. I can't wait to see more of this master at work

  • @Lethal_Venom
    @Lethal_Venom Рік тому +9

    Love seeing this car be brought back and this whole process. He does such amazing work. Can't wait to see more on this. Even more than finding them I love seeing the videos of them being restored.

  • @marinablueGS
    @marinablueGS Рік тому +5

    It's always a pleasure to watch a craftsman use his talent and knowledge.

  • @niosanfrancisco
    @niosanfrancisco Рік тому +4

    Just amazing Jerry. Well deserved attention to this special car. I can’t wait to see the next episide.

  • @rgs4x
    @rgs4x Рік тому +3

    He is right about the NOS parts. I worked at a Ford dealership in the early 80s. I use to buy 65-68 Mustangs fix and flip. I need a 65 inner drivers side apron that was connected to the front core support. I was shocked when the parts guy said that I could still order one. I also restored a 68 GT convertible. Was shocked again when I was able to order the OEM dual exhaust tips NOS. So thrilled that I ordered 1 set for a spare. Even back then they were expensive.

  • @RXRSawdustStation
    @RXRSawdustStation Рік тому +3

    When I saw this episode pop up I first went back and watched the previously watched "Disassembly Is First" video (excellent, for sure!) in its entirety for a full refresher before watching this one in its entirety. Awesome content. Amazing detail work and presentation. Thank you for putting it forward! Excellent!

  • @TrainMaster04
    @TrainMaster04 Рік тому +5

    Glad to see progress is staying steady! Can’t wait to see the finial product.

  • @Dekoan01
    @Dekoan01 Рік тому +1

    If i just had the money for a full restoration of my 66 coupe. Just awesome to see someone bringing a "dead" car back to his glorious life, i hope you will have a great time with this shelby!

  • @blueluny
    @blueluny Рік тому +2

    It's such a pleasure watching this chap work. He's like some magical mechanical wizard that just knows how to fix it all properly. So cool

  • @saxonstangsetc3201
    @saxonstangsetc3201 Рік тому +5

    Awesome video! Excited for the continuation of this series! Thank you for the enlightenment and on the galvanized areas also!

  • @markweber7275
    @markweber7275 Рік тому +1

    Finding a shop like this is as valuable as the project at hand. Others in this link have said it all, care and love of work will make this a perfect finish.

  • @huck01955
    @huck01955 Рік тому +3

    Nice to see some 1 that cares about what there doing .

  • @joeshumo9457
    @joeshumo9457 Рік тому +2

    That’s why I m a full frame kinda guy. No unibody nonsense for me.
    My Chevelle is all steel and rust free but with none of these concerns.
    I’m glad there’s guys that love to do this, because I sure don’t.

  • @Rockyman-99
    @Rockyman-99 4 місяці тому +1

    How would you like to go to work every day and truly just be doing what you love..? What an artist. Can’t imagine what the resto bill will be, but worth every penny.

  • @rumrunner1756
    @rumrunner1756 Рік тому +1

    His knowledge is incredible. Every little detail of every little part. This needs to be passed on. There are so few true craftsmen in this world. I can’t wait for the next upload.

  • @lewiskemp5893
    @lewiskemp5893 Рік тому +1

    Youre going to love me as new subscriber. Im a bodyman for 32years and drove a 1971Mach 1 in high school

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +1

      Absolutely, you bring a wealth of knowledge. Maybe you'll locate a barn find and we can go along and do a video. Just remember we need to be there before the car is disturbed.

  • @Combat556
    @Combat556 Рік тому +1

    What an amazing craftsman! I hope that we can watch this restoration to the final finished masterpiece! Thank you!

  • @jeffpickett9730
    @jeffpickett9730 Рік тому +3

    Woo HOO, PROGRESS!! Jerry I’m as excited as you are about your car bud. So happy for you! Love that you’re allowing us to follow along. So happy to see this man’s level of know how and integrity, he’s as important a find as the car was. Love the videos, Please keep ‘em coming!!

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +3

      I have many hours of video to edit into about a half dozen more parts.

    • @HALF-ACRE2014
      @HALF-ACRE2014 Рік тому +1

      We need more videos! After watching every second of this series so far I'm too invested! Thank you for such a fine job!

  • @richardbradfield7437
    @richardbradfield7437 8 місяців тому

    Not a Mustang guy, but I am a fan of faithful restoration of old vehicles. I am excited to see this particular project executed especially by this guy and the owner!

  • @plantfeeder6677
    @plantfeeder6677 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice to know old Mustangs are in good hands.

  • @fairlaner69
    @fairlaner69 Рік тому +1

    You are fortunate to have this craftsman doing your restoration; your videos will preserve the history of the car's restoration and also serve as a learning tool for others. Keep it coming.

  • @MrJalyles
    @MrJalyles Рік тому +4

    Jerry you had me worried that you had changed your mind. I’m glad to see the progress my friend!!

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +6

      The car is almost finished. We lack putting in the interior and engine. We need a set of 15 x 6 Ford steel rims. We need a pair of carburetors - the dual four's. My problem is I spend so much time editing the many hours of video. This part 2 took me 3 and a half weeks.

    • @bfactor
      @bfactor Рік тому +4

      @@thewriter2549 I'll keep my fingers crossed that part 3 doesn't take that long. Really enjoyed this near hour of footage.

  • @goodboyringo9716
    @goodboyringo9716 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful job, I can't wait to see the next video and the finished car.

  • @oldsmanmike2803
    @oldsmanmike2803 Рік тому +2

    I love to see Jason work with such skill and persistence. That media blasting is fun to watch. I hope he can use hearing protection when he is using air tools. If anyone has used air tools you will know the noise is deafening! His explanations are very helpful.

  • @johnburgess6572
    @johnburgess6572 Рік тому +1

    This guy is the man ! Real work

  • @donaldanator
    @donaldanator Рік тому +1

    This is very high quality content. Thank you for this series. The comments from Jerry and the restorer are top notch and informative.

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +1

      Hey thanks Donald, the restoration has been a lot more fun than I thought it would be. Jason actually restores faster than I edit hours of video.

  • @michaelsippola5227
    @michaelsippola5227 Рік тому +5

    the discovery channel should be going after this guy for a show to show the real passion of a restoration

    • @daytonpyro
      @daytonpyro 8 місяців тому +1

      no way. the discover CH WOULD NOT show what is shown here.

    • @bobmoe9221
      @bobmoe9221 6 місяців тому

      Shows made for TV are all about personalities.
      This content is best suited as it is. Directed right at the enthusiast.

  • @jamesdamron2065
    @jamesdamron2065 Рік тому +2

    Glad you got that Shelby Jerry,,imagine all the ones you photographed, now you got one,,& it's a great color!!

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +1

      I know. That Rare Finds column that I had from the early 1990's until 2019 that was monthly in 4 different car magazines, added up to easily over 800 barn finds. This restoration turned out to be fun. We're almost done. I think Jason restores a car faster than I can edit video. Car restoration is widely misunderstood, but I don't know if people are receptive to the truth.

  • @danielquintana7499
    @danielquintana7499 8 місяців тому +1

    Hats off. This guy is the best ive ever seen. A passion for his craft. Incredible worm.

  • @barncat64
    @barncat64 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic craftsmanship!

  • @b67fstb
    @b67fstb 8 місяців тому

    I love this ! You put the dot on the i !! No shortcuts ! I am in the progress of replacing the front end of my 67 fastback after a total loss. I used parts from dynacorn and used a laser and put the pieces together on a table with neccessary temporaly reinforcement.

  • @leslieamsden607
    @leslieamsden607 Рік тому +2

    Great workmanship you remind me of me i also did a Fastback for a friend of mine two years ago it took me three half years and enjoyed every hour on it and i always say patience , knowledge ,experience brings great results 👍

  • @thomasfridvall8396
    @thomasfridvall8396 Рік тому +1

    Down to the bone! 😊
    Then do it right without cutting corners. Impressed!

  • @rustyjeep9783
    @rustyjeep9783 Рік тому

    Just wanted to say thank you for showing what it takes to do a true restoration ..

  • @gregsidel3557
    @gregsidel3557 8 місяців тому

    You have done a wonderful, wonderful job.
    I can see the cranship that you have that. You've work so hard at and you do it so well. Thank you so much for what you're showing. Thank you thank you

  • @pofomoco2
    @pofomoco2 7 місяців тому

    Jason is a true craftsman!

  • @deeprose8598
    @deeprose8598 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Jerry I’d been waiting for this one

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +1

      More on the way. It just takes me more time to edit video than it does for Jason to restore. The car is done except for 428 engine and transmission installation.

  • @GraemeChapman-d6z
    @GraemeChapman-d6z Місяць тому

    Brilliant workmanship and restoration of this great car.

  • @louisebrown2887
    @louisebrown2887 Рік тому +1

    Master at work you can tell you have a passion for detail Tks enjoy your videos

  • @jessiefair7391
    @jessiefair7391 9 місяців тому

    Dude has mad Skills! True Artist and Restoring cars. love his attention to detail

  • @jackbodenmann7379
    @jackbodenmann7379 8 місяців тому

    This is amazing to watch. It's a 3D chess game in sheetmetal. What to remove, what not to remove. Having restored a Swiss cheese Model T, which is a much simpler car, I can really appreciate this work.

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for recognizing the work Jason has done, including his narration. This is one of my most difficult and time-consuming videos that I have ever produced, literally hundreds of hours invested in this Part 2. I like the outcome, but I have not figured out how to earn enough money to cover expenses, let alone something for my time and work.

  • @markoverton5858
    @markoverton5858 8 місяців тому

    Awesome engineering integrity to maintain correct factory build spec, this is the way 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

  • @sixteenstone007
    @sixteenstone007 Рік тому +1

    Can't wait for part 3

  • @MrJalyles
    @MrJalyles Рік тому +1

    Wow this is an amazingly deep man whose knows his art. I could only wish that I could have a car as well done as his. But he’s a one of a kind auto artist. 💯❤️🤠

  • @jamesdamron2065
    @jamesdamron2065 Рік тому +2

    Love your car Jerry, badass ride

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому +2

      Thank you. I think Ford designed the '67 Shelby to resemble, in profile, a production version of their GT-40 race cars. The lower bodyside stripe is the similar, so is the flip up rear spoiler and front nose.

  • @afwoods
    @afwoods Рік тому +1

    That’s a crazy stack of skills that guy’s got there.

  • @87GrandNational
    @87GrandNational Рік тому +2

    Great video, Jerry!

  • @wickedpony4633
    @wickedpony4633 Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much for sharing this video. A very interesting process for doing a correct restoration.

  • @brddukaty7460
    @brddukaty7460 8 місяців тому

    A great craftsman 👏👍🇺🇸🇸🇰

  • @ynot7262
    @ynot7262 2 місяці тому

    Incredible knowledge and skill... Glad I hot to watch this whole series.

  • @Schlum99
    @Schlum99 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for making these videos, I am enjoying every second of it. The explanations are gold!

  • @DFox-ud3gx
    @DFox-ud3gx 9 місяців тому

    This is a superb gentleman and great knowledge on the Best car of American Muscle

  • @heathtyson4308
    @heathtyson4308 Рік тому

    Fantastic to watch a craftsman ply his trade

  • @cordovanbee
    @cordovanbee 8 місяців тому +1

    This man is a true craftsman!!

  • @hoedemakerbart
    @hoedemakerbart Рік тому +2

    Nice work. He has skill

  • @Kamal67811
    @Kamal67811 Рік тому +1

    Love your restoration video, I have seen many do work in the name of restoration but its not restoration that's true. I detail and importance you give to each and every part is what I like about your work. Yes its like bringing back the time. Love from India

  • @v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31
    @v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31 Рік тому

    Yep, did this work 40 years, the old mustangs are the best cars to work on at that time, strong unibody structures and good on the race tracks

  • @ThomasF.Cargill
    @ThomasF.Cargill 8 місяців тому

    Poetry in motion!

  • @tkdterp8
    @tkdterp8 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video!

  • @HDDREAMIN
    @HDDREAMIN Рік тому

    He knows his stuff huh. Man I love this!

  • @brianscott9861
    @brianscott9861 Рік тому +2

    I use to build Honda Accords. I took great pride in my work. I was a hard worker. Carpel tunnel to prove it.

    • @helenarusso
      @helenarusso Рік тому

      Hi Brian how are you doing 😊

  • @davepriddy9263
    @davepriddy9263 Місяць тому +1

    Great video, and thanks for sharing this.

  • @msoveral1
    @msoveral1 8 місяців тому

    Wow! I never knew there was lead hiding those spot welds! Nice secret! Now I want to rebuild one!

  • @williamd6967
    @williamd6967 Рік тому

    Man you are lucky as hell to have a guy like this on this project.He is concerned about everything period.cut no corners.great Documentary video.

  • @nerster414
    @nerster414 Рік тому

    This man knows his stuff

  • @evana1900
    @evana1900 Рік тому

    Great video thank you for taking the time to share.

  • @Scano41
    @Scano41 Рік тому +3

    This is guna be a great build

  • @wgoconnor33
    @wgoconnor33 Рік тому

    Incredible work , very impressive!

  • @fredsiegfried1707
    @fredsiegfried1707 Рік тому

    Thats a sweet shop, Ole pap wishes he had one, Upgrading my 03 Dodge 2500 4x4 cummins in driveway at 64, mechanic 44 years

    • @thewriter2549
      @thewriter2549  Рік тому

      I have a lot of respect for the talent of good mechanics.

  • @glennjukes5581
    @glennjukes5581 Рік тому

    A true craftsman!

  • @slowhandjjg
    @slowhandjjg 13 днів тому

    If I could I'd give a thousand thousand thumbs up to these vids !

  • @redmondjp
    @redmondjp Рік тому +6

    You have the right man on the job! I know that we may not ever know the total cost on this, but are you keeping track of the hours of labor? It would be really interesting to know. Doing it correctly is so much more expensive than the way that most shops do it . . .

  • @Heeman5
    @Heeman5 Рік тому

    This guy is awesome 👍🏼🤙🏼💪🏼

  • @sbrown6434
    @sbrown6434 9 місяців тому

    This dude is a rockstar

  • @jean-hervecrepot8273
    @jean-hervecrepot8273 Рік тому

    superbe restauration dans les règles de l'art, nous n'avons peu de professionnels en france capables de faire la même chose !!

  • @nickwillobey2205
    @nickwillobey2205 Рік тому

    How does ONE guy get all this knowledge and excellence?😮

  • @marklarson9436
    @marklarson9436 Рік тому +3

    Guessing the process isn't much faster even if he's not stopping to explain his process as he goes. Anyone wondering why projects get abandoned, take years, or see corners get cut? This is why. It takes time, money, and skill to do it right.