Cyberpunk Miata Build - Cutting up the New Rx7 Fenders.

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  • Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
  • In this video we continue working on the fenders, making them fit perfectly and getting them ready for primer.
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    00:16 - Front alignment problems
    01:01 - Making fender vents
    04:32 - Cutting my brand new fenders
    07:59 - Preparing for fiberglass
    13:03 - Applying more fiberglass
    17:49 - Trimming and refitting
    19:59 - Preparing the fenders for bodyfiller
    21:27 - Weight before bodyfiller
    21:41 - Starting the bodyfiller
    26:30 - Adjusting panel gaps and block sanding
    32:24 - Fine tuning the panel gaps
    36:29 - 120 grit DA sanding
    39:08 - Prepaing for primer
    40:28 - First layer of primer
    42:53 - Weight after bodyfiller
    43:09 - Completed fenders
    44:16 - In the next video
    44:23 - Outro
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  • @busta8694
    @busta8694 2 місяці тому +137

    i hope someone hires you for a big project one day cause jeeeez this is beautiful. doing the cyberpunk community much justice.

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +61

      My dream is to one day work with a film props studio like Weta Workshop for some cool cyberpunk take on the original Fast and Furious / Wangan midnight, that would just be awesome.

    • @busta8694
      @busta8694 2 місяці тому +9

      @@TofuAutoWorks goodness thats a dope idea. i hope it will come to pass man.

    • @keefjustkeith
      @keefjustkeith 2 місяці тому +6

      A pre-madmax-ish era right before gasoline gets outlawed dystopia type Wangan Fast film would be dope AF! ★★★ SCREENWRITERS TAKE NOTES★★★

    • @Floris_VI
      @Floris_VI 2 місяці тому

      ​@@busta8694forreal

    • @joshuafallet5690
      @joshuafallet5690 2 місяці тому +1

      ​​@TofuAutoWorks cyberpunk street racing film would be the sickest film idea ever.
      Last time I saw anything like that it was anime redline 2009

  • @dguy-xk4fc
    @dguy-xk4fc 2 місяці тому +26

    That rx-7 front makes it ten times better, very nice

  • @GuntanksInSpace
    @GuntanksInSpace 2 місяці тому +43

    The hot glue application got me thinking "man, this is the ultimate arts and crafts project".
    Love how this one's been progressing!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +25

      Fiberglass is just spicy paper maché. 😂

    • @quakxy_dukx
      @quakxy_dukx 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorksgreat for your lungs too

  • @controllerpleb6568
    @controllerpleb6568 2 місяці тому +16

    Imagine being so good at bodywork that you can recreate part of a famous body kit from scratch just from pictures. That's the work of a master craftsman.

    • @victordinev5229
      @victordinev5229 2 місяці тому +1

      Dude, he made gtr front end to a wagon, nissan, and then recreated a full body kit just from pictures 🤣🤣🤣 this here is walking in the park for him

  • @kujou-tamanegi
    @kujou-tamanegi 2 місяці тому +33

    I am watching from Japan. I like your videos and watch them all the time. The design, the technical skills, the ideas, everything is good👍.

  • @mahreeohhhh
    @mahreeohhhh 2 місяці тому +7

    This has to be the most underrated build on YT. Coolest thing ever.

  • @B_M_A
    @B_M_A 2 місяці тому +8

    You must have a badass dad and I bet growing up was so fun watching and learning from him.

  • @Ludicrous_Speedway
    @Ludicrous_Speedway 2 місяці тому +7

    A short little project like this is a nice change of pace from the Skygea, always happy to see more!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +5

      Yeah for sure, always nice having more than one project so you can jump around and keep things from getting too repetitive.

  • @uowaaa
    @uowaaa 2 місяці тому +4

    素晴らしい技術!こんなに迫力のあるカスタムロードスターは今まで見たことがありません。完成が楽しみです。

  • @2512MaTHias
    @2512MaTHias 2 місяці тому +1

    And for the end scene he exclusively ordered the usual every video heavy rain… this time not only to be heard on the roof but also to be seen on the car … 😂
    Watching from Germany 🇩🇪, my biggest respect! It’s pure joy to see what you dream and achieve with your cars! 👍

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Here in NZ all you need to do is plan for nice sunny weather and it will rain for you. It's easy once you figure out the system haha.

    • @2512MaTHias
      @2512MaTHias 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks It makes me remember the words of a friend from Seattle/USA: „Seattle has two seasons: Summer - warm rain. Winter - cold rain.“
      When I was there it had sunshine and 42 degrees Celsius / 108 Fahrenheit. 😁 I see, mysteriously you have the same weather in NZ like we here in Germany 😁

  • @allenharding8604
    @allenharding8604 2 місяці тому +3

    Adding the Logo just makes it Legit AF, Been following your work for a while its definitely inspiring, this channel is part of the reason i got into a body tech apprentice job, learn the fundamentals to bondo and body work and then do cool shit like this!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      So awesome to hear bro, keep it up!

  • @hedrives
    @hedrives 2 місяці тому +1

    More superb content from Tofu. The FD front end grafted on really adds a new dimension to this build. Thanks for all your work and more RESPECT for your tenacity.

  • @z-trip5457
    @z-trip5457 2 місяці тому +1

    We need more cyberbuilds, this is so unique and fresh!

  • @MuShinnen
    @MuShinnen 2 місяці тому +3

    Always a good time to not sleep when a new video drops.

  • @vitpham9722
    @vitpham9722 2 місяці тому +2

    That transition to the drawing at the end! Super nice with the editing skills!

  • @PatHaskell
    @PatHaskell 2 місяці тому

    Always amazed by people that can pound out a quality project!

  • @justcynical6590
    @justcynical6590 2 місяці тому

    never stop doing this please.

  • @callumwigg1337
    @callumwigg1337 2 місяці тому +2

    So cool to see the drawing at the end of how you envision it, great to see where it's going and the plans you have for it, looking forward to watching the whole journey!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +4

      I've been sneaking the drawing in a bit in these last videos. It's a lot easier to just show people what I'm doing instead of trying to reassure everyone by saying "trust the vision" haha

  • @newyankeedoesit
    @newyankeedoesit 2 місяці тому +1

    Another great video! I loved the rain shot at the end as well as the render sneak peak showcasing the rest of the design and highlighting the next pieces you will build. Awesome touch.
    Great craftsmanship as always! You're doing great work that you should be able to take immense pride in!

  • @Doomburger7
    @Doomburger7 2 місяці тому

    Hey! Someone else who appreciates the Total Car Service USUI Roadster! That thing's gorgeous and I definitely see where it influenced your build.

  • @reallyanti
    @reallyanti 2 місяці тому

    I'm excited to see those turn signal covers in the next video, they look sick af in the drawing.

  • @WarrenAmpersand1111
    @WarrenAmpersand1111 2 місяці тому

    Watching the evolution of this chimera car is literally the best thing in tv. Bravo my man, Bravo 👏👏👌

  • @JustusKuroVT
    @JustusKuroVT 2 місяці тому +1

    16:42 reminded me of Superfast matt's "Forged *Carbon Fiber*" filled with youtuber merch and a ham sandwhich.

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Haha, I watched that one the same day I did this, was very tempted to put a few of my hate comments in there lol

  • @andrew1233
    @andrew1233 2 місяці тому

    i love when people like you do something others dont.

  • @rafeah3839
    @rafeah3839 2 місяці тому +2

    Just got back from school and its a perfect timing to watch your video while eating :))

  • @rjbravo77
    @rjbravo77 2 місяці тому

    "Good enough is the enemy of humanity." That extra time spent on gaps and body lines is what separates a great build from "it looks nice while its moving" builds.

  • @icefox7022
    @icefox7022 2 місяці тому

    next video is going to be super interesting, i can't wait to see how you will make all those details

  • @CrazyCat229
    @CrazyCat229 2 місяці тому

    The haters wish they were as good at making body kits as you are!

  • @chrisdoucs
    @chrisdoucs 2 місяці тому

    I always find it incredibly exciting how you can turn 2 different car parts into 1 complete car parts accessory package.
    The result is always amazing. ;- )

  • @project_possible
    @project_possible 2 місяці тому +1

    Amazing video as always, good morning from the UK thankyou for the best way to start a sunday morning, wake up coffee and the latest episode... Perfect

  • @joshuafallet5690
    @joshuafallet5690 2 місяці тому

    I love to see your progress, processes and creativity.
    I look forward to every update.

  • @Mr-ut7nj
    @Mr-ut7nj 2 місяці тому

    I would try to make the vents longer. But im not complaning. The result is top notch!!

  • @Nope-us8km
    @Nope-us8km 2 місяці тому

    I had mixed feelings about that rx7 front, but when I saw the sketch...it's fireee🥵🥵🔥🔥, cannot wait for another video

  • @TheSunnyTrails
    @TheSunnyTrails 2 місяці тому

    Man this is SO SICK!

  • @Daniel__Nobre
    @Daniel__Nobre 2 місяці тому

    Amazing!!

  • @angusmackay7281
    @angusmackay7281 2 місяці тому

    Exceptional, as always.

  • @rustywrx
    @rustywrx 2 місяці тому

    Ooooffff... I love where this is going!

  • @snakes5506
    @snakes5506 2 місяці тому

    Man! You are amazing! So satisfying to watch your skills, your projects are badass.

  • @thomasstunts
    @thomasstunts 2 місяці тому

    Something tells me you're not just making things up as you go. Incredible attention to detail!

  • @stlrocketman2625
    @stlrocketman2625 2 місяці тому

    Love the series ❤ keep it up 👍

  • @Floris_VI
    @Floris_VI 2 місяці тому

    Super cool stuff man, the maita is really just on another level compared to a few years ago

  • @christoffer1973
    @christoffer1973 2 місяці тому

    Love that car. Great job.

  • @KutsugeMindUrmoks
    @KutsugeMindUrmoks 2 місяці тому +1

    This is so awesome. Very inspiring stuff

  • @diraziz396
    @diraziz396 2 місяці тому

    Turned out to be a Great Tofu Dish. Love your work and thank you for sharing

  • @themfrequency
    @themfrequency 2 місяці тому

    man, how are you not itchy after cutting fiber with abre hands and sanding fiber with short sleeve and shorts! you are fearless! I am itchy all the time!, great job as always, a source of inspiration!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      I think everyone else is just a big baby haha, I genuinely don't feel itchy at all. Either that or I'm always itchy and I just don't notice it anymore lol.
      Keep up the great work dude, been loving seeing your build progress!

  • @GR--gm6ge
    @GR--gm6ge 2 місяці тому +1

    お疲れ様です!
    待ってました!RX-5笑
    素晴らしいフロントフェンダーが出来ましたね!
    フェンダーに負けないフロントバンパーが今から待ち遠しいです!
    これからも動画が上がる度に見ますのでよろしくお願いいたします!

  • @lesheath6216
    @lesheath6216 2 місяці тому

    That front nose looks better on your Miata than it ever did on the FD. As usual, great work!

  • @Coffe-
    @Coffe- 2 місяці тому +1

    Looks great man 👍

  • @Keasbeysknight
    @Keasbeysknight 2 місяці тому

    love the little color highlight image at the end!

  • @naccitomoya
    @naccitomoya 2 місяці тому

    awesome

  • @madddflow
    @madddflow 2 місяці тому

    great work

  • @andrewreilly8791
    @andrewreilly8791 2 місяці тому

    Awesome as always

  • @KimMaier
    @KimMaier 2 місяці тому

    This is dope

  • @henriquecampolina7765
    @henriquecampolina7765 2 місяці тому

    cool bike in the background

  • @Anjure_Danjure5092
    @Anjure_Danjure5092 2 місяці тому

    keep it up! looking great

  • @bummer01
    @bummer01 2 місяці тому

    would recommend you use a rubber spudger or like a used rubber slipper to push the filler within the crevices since the mix you use is quite viscus.

  • @user-uh1sv2po5d
    @user-uh1sv2po5d 2 місяці тому

    amazing skill

  • @jeanfrancoispoivre4438
    @jeanfrancoispoivre4438 2 місяці тому

    Magnifique 😊

  • @_underscore_2381
    @_underscore_2381 2 місяці тому +1

    I think some kind of custom snorkel would fit the build, like its an illegal car that runs from the police in the future, there could be a lot of dust in said future and since parts would be hard to find, saving your engine and your air filter would make sense!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      I like that idea!

    • @_underscore_2381
      @_underscore_2381 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks well, I'm happy to bring an idea to this beautifull build! Can't wait to see how it evolves!

  • @theaumes1337
    @theaumes1337 2 місяці тому

    24:22 the cat sitting perfectly in the middle of that hallway with the camera set up like that made it seem almost scripted :')

  • @joelsmith6919
    @joelsmith6919 2 місяці тому

    Absolutely love the channel. You are so skilled man! You have motivated me to learn how to work with composites to make my own custom parts. Thank you! HUGE FAN. some day my mk5 gti will be tofu worthy!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      Cheers dude, and I love to hear it! Best of luck with it mate!

  • @blksrsil
    @blksrsil 2 місяці тому +1

    Would be really epic if you could work on one of B Is For Builds cars, Chris could use some pointers with fiberglass lol

    • @b_for_brett
      @b_for_brett 2 місяці тому +1

      Not just fibreglass 😂😂

  • @carolinafister8955
    @carolinafister8955 2 місяці тому

    I think you made the right call with the flares. I didnt think they matched with the rear

  • @ottomanley870
    @ottomanley870 2 місяці тому

    Holding the cut off wheel like a paintbrush with no gloves is a bold move

  • @InHerMajestiesDefense
    @InHerMajestiesDefense 2 місяці тому

    I really hope you can add some asymmetric design features. that would elevate the cars look fr fr

  • @ThePivotuserful123
    @ThePivotuserful123 2 місяці тому

    32:25 The Michelangelo Buonarroti of our time working on his David. I wish I had enough influence to try and get CD projekt Red to notice this car and put it in the game!

  • @firedustman
    @firedustman 2 місяці тому

    haaa here is my weekly dose of a lifetime build 😀😀

  • @miatablos6111
    @miatablos6111 2 місяці тому

    espectacular

  • @chemaz32
    @chemaz32 2 місяці тому

    Buen trabajo

  • @randomchie4933
    @randomchie4933 2 місяці тому

    i want to see that hiace in the background with the same treatment =)

  • @alexcox1103
    @alexcox1103 2 місяці тому

    great work as always 🙌 cant wait to see this finished! its looking awesome, wish you primed the whole bumper so we could see it in 1 colour

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Still got lots to do to the bumper but it will get there eventually!

    • @alexcox1103
      @alexcox1103 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks im sure it does! literally cant wait until the next episode

  • @b_for_brett
    @b_for_brett 2 місяці тому

    I can’t figure out if you’re an engineer or an artist … great video as always 👍

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      I have history in art and qualifications in engineering, so both I guess. 😂

    • @b_for_brett
      @b_for_brett 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks 🤣🤣🤣

  • @luisflealj
    @luisflealj 2 місяці тому

    Saludos desde Venezuela 🇻🇪🇻🇪🇻🇪

  • @potassium4822
    @potassium4822 2 місяці тому +1

    24:28 i got distracted by the cat in background 😂

  • @koo4427
    @koo4427 2 місяці тому

    めちゃくちゃ良い︎︎👍

  • @Rocket_tv111
    @Rocket_tv111 2 місяці тому

  • @PrioCaptSend
    @PrioCaptSend 2 місяці тому

    22:53 Here weeeee goooooo😂

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      Hahah, the real reason people watch my videos 🤣

  • @henryhamon8050
    @henryhamon8050 2 місяці тому

    hi, love the content. wondering what the "powder' is you add to the fibre glass resin please? thanks

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      West Systems 413. I have subtitles that detail all steps of the process in every video.

  • @666fallenA
    @666fallenA 2 місяці тому

    👍👍👍bonjour de France !!

  • @jaceNZ75
    @jaceNZ75 2 місяці тому

    ⭐⭐

  • @Roy.Visser
    @Roy.Visser 2 місяці тому

    Love it, but I think you can go way more aggressive with the vents!

  • @Bhernardo_Mocambike
    @Bhernardo_Mocambike 2 місяці тому

    imagine pull up in the meet whit these

  • @J27M
    @J27M 2 місяці тому

    Hey where did you get your body filler boards? I’ve always wanted one but cannot find any!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      My board is just a scrap piece of flat aluminium from a bonnet or something. You don't need anything flash.

  • @livefree2041
    @livefree2041 2 місяці тому

    Love the build..😊 the shark fin not so much 😞

  • @christian_coulson
    @christian_coulson 2 місяці тому

    4 rotor swap next bro 😜

  • @joeg1980
    @joeg1980 2 місяці тому

    Another one! 👍 Are you gonna extend the front bumper ends(right & left) to meet the fenders?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      There will be an extra flare on top that fills in the gap, check the sketch at the end of the video to see what I mean.

  • @albegt98
    @albegt98 2 місяці тому

    👍💪

  • @bl00dh4nd4
    @bl00dh4nd4 2 місяці тому

    I have a tip: when removing hot glue use isopropyl alcohol and it just peels off

  • @jotterson1156
    @jotterson1156 2 місяці тому

    Dude in the video, his skin must be immune to fiberglass dust

  • @deadwaterblacksmithing
    @deadwaterblacksmithing 2 місяці тому

    Well, I was going to go sleep but I guess I can hang out for long enough to see this! Also, when am I going to be able to order something for my NB miata from tofu?!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      Not sure when / if I'll do anything for an NB. Really it's just a matter of getting a fun idea that I want to try out.

    • @deadwaterblacksmithing
      @deadwaterblacksmithing 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks your website has 3 piece duck tails, wouldnt those fit both the NA and NB?

  • @ArthurBolbos
    @ArthurBolbos 2 місяці тому

    Great work again.
    From what material is your logo that you've " casted " in?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Standard printer paper on a run of the mill printer. Just cut a few slits so that you can roll airbubbles out and that's all you need to do.

    • @ArthurBolbos
      @ArthurBolbos 2 місяці тому

      @@TofuAutoWorks you could try to engrave your logo in the edge of your custom tail light :)
      So you have an official touch on every part you've build.
      Keep it up!

  • @joelsmith6919
    @joelsmith6919 2 місяці тому

    What do you use to make your molds!?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      Plenty of mold making videos on this channel, this build is more of a 'quick and dirty' type deal, I'd recommend some of my latest GTR Stagea episodes for mold making.

  • @tommusikauswahl1066
    @tommusikauswahl1066 2 місяці тому

    So you cut it, to glue it back together? To adjust the Meassurements or for Stability to remove Tensions?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Took about 20mm out of the back of the fender to bring the angle back in a bit. They kicked out pretty far and it didn't look right in my opinion.

  • @camber_courtney5250
    @camber_courtney5250 2 місяці тому

    Loving the build choom. Just one question, are you planning to do asymmetrical lights like many cars in Cyberpunk have?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      There's a sketch at the end of the video showing how I hope for it to look when it's done

  • @That_50cc_boy
    @That_50cc_boy 2 місяці тому

    I love this build i started watching it since when you had a bodykit and the miata was beige, but i think you do too much exterior parts and not enough engine mods, but thats just my opinion

  • @pizzacrusher4632
    @pizzacrusher4632 2 місяці тому

    how,did you build your shop? its really nice!

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому +1

      Just 4x4s and plywood and a close to a decade of filling it with tools and sanding dust.

  • @naumanjaved5927
    @naumanjaved5927 2 місяці тому

    would adding water to the fiberglass while cutting reduce the risk of fibers in the air?

    • @TofuAutoWorks
      @TofuAutoWorks  2 місяці тому

      It might but I've burned out a tool in the past from the slurry that was produced clogging up the airways, so now I just sort of make the dust and deal with it. I have plans to work on improving my dust extraction for my next shop, this one is a lost cause though.

  • @ThatThrowAwayAccount-tz8ly
    @ThatThrowAwayAccount-tz8ly 2 місяці тому

    Now u gotta 2 rotor swap it 😉

  • @aaronesteves7328
    @aaronesteves7328 2 місяці тому

    This guy works with fibreglass like it’s not itchy lol

  • @Hunterhere2959
    @Hunterhere2959 2 місяці тому

    Muscular baby 😂