Smashed Fiberglass - Repair - How we do it at KFS!

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  • Опубліковано 11 гру 2024

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  • @LouLacourse
    @LouLacourse 7 місяців тому +2

    Thanks , this is just the video I needed to attack a smash in the back of my RV.

  • @gubertog
    @gubertog 2 місяці тому

    From Panama, Awesome video, thank you!!!

  • @Marexie
    @Marexie Рік тому

    This was the video I was missing after watching at least 10 other fiberglass repair videos. I had more than a crack when something crashed through my T-top on a classic Corvette during a winter storm. I didn’t know whether or not to just make a hole and repair with a clean hole or salvage what I could and patch it together and go from there. Now I know I’m going to try the latter with a board back in the repair. So glad you guys took the time to do this video.

    • @kanehoward7050
      @kanehoward7050 Місяць тому

      Only problem is they didn't give any technical details. Like how the sanded off the extra prices of fiberglass, DA or angle grinder, what grit? Also what sanding was done to prep for the high build primer? These are important for a DYI person.

  • @waynespears5664
    @waynespears5664 2 роки тому +1

    Video was Great helped me do my large fiberglass repair,Fort Worth,Tx

  • @hitgucvkj
    @hitgucvkj Рік тому

    Amazing work! All kinds of damages in one. It’s so systemic. Beautifully done

  • @tomg4245
    @tomg4245 Рік тому +1

    This was just what I needed in I’m working on a project with the same needed repairs.
    Excellent video,
    Thanks!

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      Glad it helped! Don't forget to subscribe for more good stuff!! ;)

  • @SweCars
    @SweCars 2 роки тому +2

    Such Kings, I have a cracked door on a trackcar. Gave me a lot of tips other videos didn't. Many thanks.

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      Glad it helped! I enjoy helping people get stuff done! Don't forget to subscribe for future videos!

  • @bbegomez7851
    @bbegomez7851 Рік тому

    Holy cow -- beautiful work! You're a frigin artist!

  • @AaronCohn84
    @AaronCohn84 2 роки тому +1

    This is totally awesome. I'm studying videos like yours so I can repair the fiberglass bodywork on my crashed road racing motorcycle. This is gonna save me a few hundred bucks, prevent usable stuff from ending up in a land fill, and teach me some useful skills all in one project... love it!

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

  • @nickoden8481
    @nickoden8481 4 роки тому +4

    I actually saw this piece in person and it was really damaged, final job looked great.

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому

      Thanks Nick! Always a pleasure to work on your awesome projects! Glad you got to stop by and see this piece.

  • @judgejury3230
    @judgejury3230 2 роки тому +2

    Exactly what I was looking for!

  • @grantimbrock
    @grantimbrock 9 місяців тому

    Awesome video man. Straight to the point with practical application. Thanks

  • @Imwright720
    @Imwright720 2 роки тому +2

    Nice job, lots of healthful tips.

  • @stevencarlson5422
    @stevencarlson5422 4 роки тому +2

    Never thought of how to hold something together like the wood idea or even cardboard and hot glue, I will have to give this a try when I get to my fiberglass hood restore

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому +1

      Sometimes it's the simple, cheap or free things that work the best!

  • @volkswatson
    @volkswatson 3 роки тому +3

    This was very inspiring and informative. Thank you very much!

  • @garymatteau776
    @garymatteau776 4 роки тому +1

    Great informative video, hope to use some of these techniques to fix my fiberglass truck cap.

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому

      Thank you. Much appreciated!

  • @trailerparkgarage6574
    @trailerparkgarage6574 4 роки тому +1

    Forgot how i found this channel but I had noti's on. Was waiting on a update for the car hauler is why.

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому

      We just ordered a bunch of parts for the 4 link front suspension on air bags for the car hauler truck. Stay tuned, we will have a video soon! Thanks for following!

  • @lornejanes6001
    @lornejanes6001 2 роки тому +1

    Would have like to seen you grind level / smooth out the fibreglass in the cracks and the application on your final finishing (assume fairing compound). Before primer and paint.
    Thank you

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому +1

      A good fiberglass reinforced filler works great for an application like this, but gel coat could also be used.

  • @allisonsiegel5837
    @allisonsiegel5837 4 роки тому +2

    Good work, looks amazing!

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому

      Thank you! We always try to do our best, even when it's a piece of heavy equipment!

  • @davidhoover8862
    @davidhoover8862 3 роки тому +2

    Damn dude, I was wondering how you were going to fix this engine cover. Nice work..

  • @rightwinggunslinger1
    @rightwinggunslinger1 2 роки тому

    Aviation manuals complicate this process. Looks nice. Was hoping you would talk about your repair materials and products though.

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      I will make a few videos here in the future explaining more of the product details. Don't forget to subscribe and get notified when we post it up!

  • @TheAirbender1970
    @TheAirbender1970 3 місяці тому

    What did you used to grind the fiberglass on the outside with? You skipped that part.

  • @MyHarryBalls1
    @MyHarryBalls1 Рік тому +1

    How many hours did it take to do this repair?

  • @Mikesmeyer88
    @Mikesmeyer88 3 роки тому

    You really have to grind the hell out of. At least the back or it will just crack again. Taking anything loose out too. Really dig in aggressively.

  • @kaysikkia2
    @kaysikkia2 6 місяців тому

    The area that you used cardboard, did you remove cardboard before patching inside?

  • @MrDrago1954
    @MrDrago1954 4 роки тому +1

    As always. Interesting work. How much did the old Bus cost you?

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому +1

      Killer deal on the bus, 98k miles runs / drives excellent. 3500 bucks!

    • @MrDrago1954
      @MrDrago1954 4 роки тому +2

      @@kimmelfab for what you are doing thats a steal. Congrats on that.

  • @Pfsif
    @Pfsif 4 роки тому +1

    How much $$$$ to replace that part with a new one?

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  4 роки тому +1

      I was told $18,000 USD to import new.

  • @kyleescat3366
    @kyleescat3366 2 роки тому

    so how did u fill the holes from the screws?

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      Fiberglass reinforced filler.

  • @markrandolph8241
    @markrandolph8241 2 роки тому

    How much did you charge fir this?

    • @kimmelfab
      @kimmelfab  Рік тому

      We charge $125 / hour for fiberglass repair.