What you are currently doing is fine on this end. I enjoy your videos and say keep it coming. You can't please everyone, so do what makes you comfortable and happy.
Hang in there Doug,people will come and go but you and your project will be there.The only thing that matters is that it makes you happy,the rest will fall into place.I’m 75 and still wrenching and what matters is what I want.I’m working on a 1955 Thunderbird for my wife.when done it will be a mild kustom.Bill in Calif. Have a happy new year.
Keep doing what you are doing, doing good quality work. Could be the holidays Keep people away. I like your videos better than all the other. Keep up the good quality work my friend.
Doug, you're doing fine. If someone wants "less frequent " they can wait a few days and watch a few in one day. Ya know? I show you having a net gaain of 0.03 subs. But don't worry about that, We'll be watching this ambitious build
Doug: dont change anything. You are spot on with your skills and common sense. With the holidays, alot of folks are probably traveling and busy with family.
Hey Doug Keep doing what you are doing as you will never please everyone. Love the short frequent videos. Could try and do some live fabrication as a suggestion only.
Just keep at it, Doug. Your content is fine. I think you are doing great for just posting videos for only a few months. Don’t worry too much, keep posting and we will keep watching.
I’ve watched tons of these type of car videos start up and all have seen the same thing happen on their channel. Don’t get discouraged by that. There is always someone out there that will replace them. Personally, I like watching how things are made because I’m always looking for ideas on how to make something that might apply to my project and I do like watching these old cars come back to life. Keep up the good work.
I’ve watched every video you’ve put out. I can’t say that for any other builders. I hope to see the completed project… and many more ! Keep up the great work Doug !!!
Doug, you are an excellent teacher and you provide inspiration to us that a classic chevy restoration can be completed at home shop without fancy expensive tools or after market parts. Looking forward to your progress and how you tackle each issue in the rebuild. Would be nice to have more light in your attic inventory!!
I like your format, Doug. Short little vignettes daily as opposed to a longer weekly vlog. I know it’s harder to film a lot of technique when you have to do the work and try to film at the same time.
Doug, I don't think that your doing anything wrong, people are going to come and go, your doing a great job, I wouldn't worry about it, the holidays might have something to do with it too, keep building it and they will come! 🎉🎉
I very much appreciate all that you share. Nothing wrong in my opinion. I've enjoyed the short, frequent updates although you should consider your health and be very careful to not burn out... nothing like a job to ruin a good hobby.
Doug you are one of the best channels I watch every episode and enjoy your commentary, the quality of your craftsmanship and the cats. Some one else pointed out the holiday season is busy for most people and you shouldn’t worry about less by views:..I’m sure they will climb in the New Year…anyhow keep them coming in the same format and I’ll continue to follow buddy…I’m in Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦
Doug, I love the content and don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. You’ve taken on a super cool project and you’re doing great work on it. I wouldn’t sweat the “daily numbers”; as long as you’re enjoying what you’re doing, there’s a group of us who will continue to watch! Happy New Years to you and your family!
I appreciate you taking the time to share with us! I think you do a pretty good job. I personally would love to see a little more of you showing how you do the work but I assure you that I’m not going anywhere. Keep up the good work and do what you like. Thanks for sharing!!
just keep doing what you`re doing. enjoy watching the progress. Nice to see someone Using old parts and doing things the way everyone used to too before they started making all the new parts for these. thanks for the videos.
Doug , I really enjoy your videos and appreciate the effort that you put into every piece that you make not everybody can understand that it takes time and have patience like you do but I appreciate it and I like the way you do your videos I look forward to them every day when I can watch them so I wish you don't stop I wish you keep going I want to see your project come to life like you wanted to
My thought is that your channel has a one of a kind and very interesting project that grabs the attention of UA-cam surfers. Unfortunately, a portion of those surffers appreciate the project challenge but don't have the patience to truly appreciate the fabrication process, like the majority of us do. I can only suggest you continue your channel the way it is, and don't worry about trying to satisfy the entire UA-cam audience. 👍👍👍
What you are currently doing works well for me. I view every broadcast, I learn from you, I am really impressed with your guts and your skill and the finished projects you have shared thus far. Just be you. The channel will grow organically. Don't overthink.
You are a really kind person and it shows , I was going to comment that I don't think you are doing anything wrong but I see a lot of people have already. I will tell you what you are doing right, like not doing pushups at the end of your videos, you are not putting fender skirts on everything, you're not obsessed with louvers lol. I would like to see more of the black 57 with the Cragars in your thumbnail, and I enjoyed seeing your backyard parts bin, but I'm sure that can all wait till the upstate New York snow melts
Doug, I LOVE what you are currently doing! You need to do it the way you want to do it so you don't get burned out. I look forward to each and every episode! Keep in mind that you will never please everybody! You can change it up however you like, but I am well pleased with the way you are currently doing it. I will not leave, because I'm on the edge of my seat waiting to see the final beautiful end result. I don't want to miss anything. I have my own restoration channel for antique electronics and antique items of various sorts. After 5 years I'm still less than 1400 subs. People come and people go, but I still do what I do because I enjoy it. Stay the course my friend and you will gain subs and viewers, but do what you enjoy regardless.
You are doing great job. You are very talented. This is your show your format your time in presentation I love it. I like to challenge myself with fabrication but not in your league of talent. You are an inspiration to me,! You are in charge so don’t worry about others with your big ole kind heart! I appreciate your work Jeff
Doug, you are doing a great job. I look forward to each episode. I relate to the way that you work using what you have looking in your attic for parts that you need. You were showing people what they can do if they stick with the project. It looks like you’re having a great time building the nomad.
Doug, your business model has made you a you tube sensation, I have never seen a faster growing channel. Some viewers don't have the time to watch longer videos, so the shorter more frequent videos keep me interested. You have already accomplished the impossible save some will move on, however more will find your channel and you will keep growing doing just what you have been doing, Thanks for taking the time to post your videos.
This is not criticism, just suggestions (as you requested). I 'm here every day and will be as long as you keep posting. It's the season when people are busy. They will be back after New-Years. I'm sticking around. Having said that, I think adding a mixture of things might increase interest and subscriptions. For example some instructional content might bring people in. I would like to see some welding and metal forming demonstrations. I really like watching people using simple tools to do amazing things. Mixing in some car history content would be interesting. We haven't had a good look at the Nomad yet (your shop looks pretty cramped, its hard to see the whole Nomad). Perhaps you could roll it outside when the weather permits and let us see it from a distance. I'd like to hear some good stories from your car restoration shop days. Keep the cats (show your dog if you have one). Have another person on camera once in a while, maybe a helper with a contrasting personality. Do you have a side-kick? It helps to take the focus off yourself now and then. I liked the feature on your Mom's truck. Stuff like that is good. Change the setting and show us what's going on outside the workshop once in a while. Do you have a favorite auto parts store, or place you hang out? Show us that. But to be honest, if you want a lot of new subscribers, hands-on demonstrations will be your bread-and-butter. Showing things people haven't seen before is a real attention-getter. For example, homemade tools, antique tools, your grandfather's tools, mechanic tricks, techniques that you use, pictures of things that you think are interesting, stories about successes, stories about failures, occasional road trips to look at old abandoned cars. I don't know how committed you want to be to this, but you could set up a couple of cameras in your work area and video yourself working. Edit the parts that you think are interesting into your final video. Maybe do a voice over explaining what you are doing rather than trying to explain as you go. There's a guy in Vermont who builds garages and various things. The channel is called "Kens Karpentry" www.youtube.com/@kenskarpentry. You might find some inspiration by watching his videos. He might even help you if you contact him (he's more qualified to make UA-cam suggestions than I am). He seems to be a good guy (like yourself). Wow, that's a lot. Probably more advice than you need. Consider the things that ring true to you and ignore the rest. Good luck, Robert.
You’re doing a fantastic job! Just keep it up! It’s amazing that couple of piles of “junk”, with someone having so much perseverance, can turn them into something that’s starting to look like a car! Just keep it rolling.
Doug share your passion, and follow your instincts. You will be self adjusting as you go. Experience will be your teacher. You love what you are doing. It shows. Keep up the good work. I was an Art teacher for over thirty years. Keep the faith.
I think your video could be a little bit longer but that’s okay you are doing the right way okay this work thats time to do. This is why I like watching you ❤❤❤❤❤
Keep doing what you are doing ,don't worry about the numbers ! ( build it they will come ) is all about you sharing your passion and let who ever out there watch along ! Have a good day Doug !!
I like the frequent short clips personally. My constructive criticism would be to invest in one of those cyclops lights from Amazonia that Mortze uses so we can see in the dark places. PS: if you need a day off from time to time, take it. We don’t want you to burn out. Take care my friend. ❤️😎
I really like to see the work being done, maybe a tri-pod to hold the camera while your working you are very talanted I would like seeing more of you doing the work right now you mainly show befoe and after and tell us what you did show us. YOU ASKED I watch every video been with you from the start
I like every video you have put out! Those who leave are used to the videos where they use the best of new replacement parts , and spend a lot of money to build a so-called vintage car. Theirs are ok, but you do things as I used to. I used the angle iron on my small pull trailer for a metal brake , using clamps and such. I also have used dollies and other things to form metals. I respect how you do things, which takes on a lot of thinking and perserverance. Keep up the good work my friend, do as you are used to doing, this is what makes your videos so great!
The way your doing your videos is great. Alot of us viewers like that fact that you are not cussing, throwing things in anger and a lot of other things we se on other UA-cam videos. Just keep doing what you are and don't worry.
Keep doing what you are doing. I've been saving the unsavable for as long as I've been building, some 66 years now. Nice to see the vision and talent to do what you do.
Doug keep on doing what you’ve been doing! Can’t wait to see each video and how you’re resurrecting the Nomad against all odds! I appreciate your down to earth style and metalworking skills! I like your philosophy about parts too! Best regards!! JB
FOR A "FIRST TIMER" UA-camR...A LOT OF US ARE AMAZED HOW MANY YOU HAVE WATCHING YOU IN YOUR BACK YARD GARAGE♥TWO CATS AS YOUR "HELPERS" AND I AM YOUR #1 FAN ..... LOOKING GREAT SON !!!
I think your doing great doug I like your videos I would like to see them a little longer would be nice I worked in body shops 40+ years in louisiana and I like how you built a nomad out of nothing and you are doing fine I vote that you keep doing just what your doing and it won't hurt my feelings if you make the videos a lil longer. Thanks for the videos and have a happy new year. Your friend from Louisiana rick427
Hey Doug, I love your channel because of the content. I think you should maybe show a little more of the process, not all of it. Maybe show how you make the parts you do, not necessarily the welding, grinding, etc. I look forward to seeing your videos and seeing the progress you have made. Keep up what you’re doing. You are one who has to be happy.
Your doing fine Doug, It's Christmas/New Years and people are busy. Keep doing what your doing. Once the new year gets here and things settle down everything should be back to normal.
Damn dont worry about changing anything you doin GREAT always know you cant please 100% of the people 100% of the time. a lot of the keyboard jockeys do that crap just to get under your skin, your channel is awesome a ton of home car builders do just like you do. thats the kind of crowd you need to watch how you work a build a sweet car from just parts. Keep up the great job. Your new buddy Gary.
your the only one that has fixed worse stuff than me lol but im a close second your at a slow spot not much bang for the buck where your at been there several times its real easy to quit where your at in the project most cars i fix for myself i dont think many others would tackle. i like to think if werent for me it wouldnt never happened or no one is that crazy to tackle such a thing i guess i waste a lot of time but so is watching tv
I think it's a good pace. Some people want immediate gratification. These old cars take a lot of time and effort. I myself am impressed with the push to complete this project. Keep up the good work.
Don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. Seeing the planning and then the result for each job is way more interesting than watching someone spot welding a line. Your numbers are climbing with every video. Personally, I feel that the people leaving have little knowledge of the real work that is being done……probably going to watch full car rattle can paint jobs….lol
Just remember that you were building the car and bringing us along. Don't worry about who stays or goes. People are fickle and you can't please everyone. Thanks for making the videos. I appreciate the time invested.
Hope you keep doing what your doing. I'm interested in seeing the finished product. Having owned many tri 5s myself and only finishing 3 or 4 with aftermarket panels I'm interested and amazed at your methods.
Doug your content is great. I follow as I can as close to your release as convenient to my responsibilities allow. I will continue doing that for as many episodes as you put out start to end. Hope I'm using the right description.. not sure of technical words.
Doug, do what you feel is right! It’s your channel, your car, your work and your cats! If someone doesn’t like what you’re doing, that person can go to another channel. The people that like what you’re doing will tune in and watch. I find what you’re doing is extremely interesting and very well done! It would be a shame if you disappeared from UA-cam. Do what you want to do when you want to and don’t care what people think. I, for one, really enjoy your videos and look forward to each and every one of them! Also, I believe, that your work is inspiring to many that love these cars and that’s important to all who are “car people”
Its just like the tide man, Remember your passion for that car And the hobby in general its what made you start the channel in the first place Keep that spark alive, that's what will draw people to you whether it takes a month or a couple years. Talk to your fellow youtubers and ask them how their channel started out. Ill bet Dan didn't earn a 1000 new subscribers A week to get to where he is today was a long slow haul You'll get their bddy.We really enjoy you keep it up. If you wanna do something different, take us for a ride and one of your other classics, introduce us to your wife.Go to a local cruise in. Anyway I don't lose hope doug you just got started! One thing I like that red rider does out of Canada, she has a viewer's bikes segment.You might try that with project pictures.People send you with their permission of course.
Thanks! I wasn't worried so much about growing my subscribers as much as I was worried that I wasn't pleasing the ones I already had.It's probably You Tube foolery LOL
I agree with some of the other comments to keep doing what you have been doing. Numbers on UA-cam change as far as views go. Keep the progress coming things are coming together. The ford truck gas tank looks like a good fit.
Thanks Russell! Yes,I believe the Ford tank will work.I might have to modify the filler neck but it's never had gas in it so it shouldn't blow up in my face LOL!
You keep up the good work. you are doing and it will all come out in the end it is the holiday I may self have not had the time to set down and enjoy any videos
Don't sweat the numbers Doug, just keep doing what makes you happy.
Thanks Aaron!
What you are currently doing is fine on this end. I enjoy your videos and say keep it coming. You can't please everyone, so do what makes you comfortable and happy.
Thank you Dave,that means a lot!
Doug , I vote you keep doing what you've been doing . It's Christmas time and I think less viewers in general . Love the channel buddy
+1
Thanks Johnny!
I like the pace and your progress Doug. Keep it up- you’re doing great!
Thank you Tore,I appreciate it!
Hang in there Doug,people will come and go but you and your project will be there.The only thing that matters is that it makes you happy,the rest will fall into place.I’m 75 and still wrenching and what matters is what I want.I’m working on a 1955 Thunderbird for my wife.when done it will be a mild kustom.Bill in Calif. Have a happy new year.
Thanks Bill and Blake.It's always good to keep the wife's happy!
Keep doing what you are doing, doing good quality work. Could be the holidays Keep people away. I like your videos better than all the other. Keep up the good quality work my friend.
Thank you my friend!
Doug, you're doing fine. If someone wants "less frequent " they can wait a few days and watch a few in one day. Ya know? I show you having a net gaain of 0.03 subs. But don't worry about that, We'll be watching this ambitious build
Thanks my friend!
Doug: dont change anything. You are spot on with your skills and common sense. With the holidays, alot of folks are probably traveling and busy with family.
Thanks,you could be right!
Hey Doug
Keep doing what you are doing as you will never please everyone.
Love the short frequent videos.
Could try and do some live fabrication as a suggestion only.
Thanks Troy,good suggestion!
Just keep going, don’t worry about the views!
I like it exactly the way you’re doing it including the shorter videos
Keep up the good work!😊
Thanks Matt!
Looking good, Doug. I'm here just to see you build the car. It's rare to see the skills you're using IMO!
Thanks!
Thanks Tim!
Just keep up the good work! Remember your fabrication work is educating 55-57 Chevy owners who have similar issues with their cars.
Thanks Henry! I'm glad if I can help!
Great progression on the nomad and the format is spot on.
Thank you Derek!
Just keep at it, Doug. Your content is fine. I think you are doing great for just posting videos for only a few months. Don’t worry too much, keep posting and we will keep watching.
Thanks my friend!
I’ve watched tons of these type of car videos start up and all have seen the same thing happen on their channel. Don’t get discouraged by that. There is always someone out there that will replace them. Personally, I like watching how things are made because I’m always looking for ideas on how to make something that might apply to my project and I do like watching these old cars come back to life. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Howard!
I’ve watched every video you’ve put out. I can’t say that for any other builders. I hope to see the completed project… and many more ! Keep up the great work Doug !!!
Thank you my friend!
You videos are great. You’re doing great. Love to see the project.
Thanks Alex!
I hope you keep doing what you are doing. I want to see you save that car. I enjoy all old vehicles. I love seeing them saved.
Thanks Lewis!
What the heck? I like the videos just the way they are. No complaints from me man.
Thanks Dave!
some folks are expecting al new panels the fact they are not make it that much better
Thanks Bruce,just doing my part to recycle LOL!
Doug, do what you feel comfortable doing. I enjoy what you're doing and the craftsmanship you have.
Thanks Dewain!
Doug, you are an excellent teacher and you provide inspiration to us that a classic chevy restoration can be completed at home shop without fancy expensive tools or after market parts. Looking forward to your progress and how you tackle each issue in the rebuild. Would be nice to have more light in your attic inventory!!
Thanks Ross! I actually did buy lights for the attic but ended up using them elsewhere LOL! I've gotta get more...
No problem with me Doug. Great job.
Thanks Charles!
I like your format, Doug. Short little vignettes daily as opposed to a longer weekly vlog. I know it’s harder to film a lot of technique when you have to do the work and try to film at the same time.
Thanks Bob! I try to walk the line between informative and boring.We'll get it figured out!
Hey Doug I can't wait to see your next video. I'm fine with how you approach this challenge. So much more than I could ever try.
Thank you!
Do not change a thing Doug, just keep doing what you do best, awesome content, thank you Doug.
Thank you Paul!
Doug, I don't think that your doing anything wrong, people are going to come and go, your doing a great job, I wouldn't worry about it, the holidays might have something to do with it too, keep building it and they will come! 🎉🎉
Thank Daniel,no worries!
I very much appreciate all that you share. Nothing wrong in my opinion. I've enjoyed the short, frequent updates although you should consider your health and be very careful to not burn out... nothing like a job to ruin a good hobby.
I hear ya Buddy,Thanks!
Do not doubt yourself. It will turn around after the first of the year.
👍
Thanks Steve! In the end,I've gotta be me and hope that's ok...
Hi Doug, don't change a thing. You do a nice job with your videos. Honest work and good progress
Thank you Joe!
Doug you are one of the best channels I watch every episode and enjoy your commentary, the quality of your craftsmanship and the cats.
Some one else pointed out the holiday season is busy for most people and you shouldn’t worry about less by views:..I’m sure they will climb in the New Year…anyhow keep them coming in the same format and I’ll continue to follow buddy…I’m in Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦
Thank Dennis! All my favorite channels come from Canada!
35 years ago when I had my 57 in uk. Overiders were a hot item. Skirts. Spinners. Continental kit. But great stash. Saves big money. 👍👍✌️🇬🇧
Thanks!
Doug, I like seeing the actual work of cutting fitting and welding in panels, especially the ones you make yourself.
Thanks,I will try to show a little more.
Just growing pains. Keep up the great job you are doing
Thank you Kevin!
Doug, I love the content and don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. You’ve taken on a super cool project and you’re doing great work on it. I wouldn’t sweat the “daily numbers”; as long as you’re enjoying what you’re doing, there’s a group of us who will continue to watch! Happy New Years to you and your family!
Thank you David and Happy New Years to you and yours!
Hi Doug,
Love the regular short videos, I wouldn’t change the way you do what you do. I still can’t believe how much you achieve on a daily basis😮
Thanks Paul!
I appreciate you taking the time to share with us! I think you do a pretty good job. I personally would love to see a little more of you showing how you do the work but I assure you that I’m not going anywhere. Keep up the good work and do what you like. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks Denny,I appreciate the support!
Hi Doug,your averaging 2k views your doing a fine job .I have a short attention span so the length of your vids are fine.All the best in 2025 🇨🇦🇺🇲
Thanks Chris and all the best to you!
Hey Doug. Just keep doing what you’re doing. 😎👍🏼 watching from Southern California
Thanks Leon!
just keep doing what you`re doing. enjoy watching the progress. Nice to see someone Using old parts and doing things the way everyone used to too before they started making all the new parts for these. thanks for the videos.
Thanks! I didn't invent old school but I was in the first graduating class LOL!
Doug , I really enjoy your videos and appreciate the effort that you put into every piece that you make not everybody can understand that it takes time and have patience like you do but I appreciate it and I like the way you do your videos I look forward to them every day when I can watch them so I wish you don't stop I wish you keep going I want to see your project come to life like you wanted to
Thanks,I appreciate the support!
Doug I like the videos the way they are it keeps me excited and looking forward till the next one. Please don’t stop
Thanks Mitchell!
My thought is that your channel has a one of a kind and very interesting project that grabs the attention of UA-cam surfers. Unfortunately, a portion of those surffers appreciate the project challenge but don't have the patience to truly appreciate the fabrication process, like the majority of us do. I can only suggest you continue your channel the way it is, and don't worry about trying to satisfy the entire UA-cam audience. 👍👍👍
Thank you!
I look foward ever night or morning of seeing ur videos and think you are doing a jam up job cant wait to see the finished product
Thank you Tim!
What you are currently doing works well for me. I view every broadcast, I learn from you, I am really impressed with your guts and your skill and the finished projects you have shared thus far. Just be you. The channel will grow organically. Don't overthink.
Thanks Frank!
You are a really kind person and it shows , I was going to comment that I don't think you are doing anything wrong but I see a lot of people have already. I will tell you what you are doing right, like not doing pushups at the end of your videos, you are not putting fender skirts on everything, you're not obsessed with louvers lol. I would like to see more of the black 57 with the Cragars in your thumbnail, and I enjoyed seeing your backyard parts bin, but I'm sure that can all wait till the upstate New York snow melts
Thanks!Yeah,I started too late in the year to shoot some outside stuff like other projects I may do in the future.Spring is coming!
Doug, I LOVE what you are currently doing! You need to do it the way you want to do it so you don't get burned out. I look forward to each and every episode! Keep in mind that you will never please everybody! You can change it up however you like, but I am well pleased with the way you are currently doing it. I will not leave, because I'm on the edge of my seat waiting to see the final beautiful end result. I don't want to miss anything. I have my own restoration channel for antique electronics and antique items of various sorts. After 5 years I'm still less than 1400 subs. People come and people go, but I still do what I do because I enjoy it. Stay the course my friend and you will gain subs and viewers, but do what you enjoy regardless.
Thanks Gregg,it's all about the journey!
You are doing great job. You are very talented. This is your show your format your time in presentation I love it. I like to challenge myself with fabrication but not in your league of talent. You are an inspiration to me,! You are in charge so don’t worry about others with your big ole kind heart! I appreciate your work Jeff
Thank you so much Jeff!
Keep on keeping on! We just like watching you do what you do.
I appreciate that!
Keep doing what your doing. It's the Holidays. Family going on's. I look forward to the short videos of progress on the super conversion Nomad..
Thanks,more to come!
Doug, you are doing a great job. I look forward to each episode. I relate to the way that you work using what you have looking in your attic for parts that you need. You were showing people what they can do if they stick with the project. It looks like you’re having a great time building the nomad.
Thanks! Actually I am having fun figuring out how to do this project!
Doug, your business model has made you a you tube sensation, I have never seen a faster growing channel. Some viewers don't have the time to watch longer videos, so the shorter more frequent videos keep me interested. You have already accomplished the impossible save some will move on, however more will find your channel and you will keep growing doing just what you have been doing, Thanks for taking the time to post your videos.
Thanks Preston,that's very kind!
This is not criticism, just suggestions (as you requested). I 'm here every day and will be as long as you keep posting. It's the season when people are busy. They will be back after New-Years. I'm sticking around.
Having said that, I think adding a mixture of things might increase interest and subscriptions. For example some instructional content might bring people in. I would like to see some welding and metal forming demonstrations. I really like watching people using simple tools to do amazing things. Mixing in some car history content would be interesting. We haven't had a good look at the Nomad yet (your shop looks pretty cramped, its hard to see the whole Nomad). Perhaps you could roll it outside when the weather permits and let us see it from a distance. I'd like to hear some good stories from your car restoration shop days. Keep the cats (show your dog if you have one). Have another person on camera once in a while, maybe a helper with a contrasting personality. Do you have a side-kick? It helps to take the focus off yourself now and then. I liked the feature on your Mom's truck. Stuff like that is good. Change the setting and show us what's going on outside the workshop once in a while. Do you have a favorite auto parts store, or place you hang out? Show us that.
But to be honest, if you want a lot of new subscribers, hands-on demonstrations will be your bread-and-butter. Showing things people haven't seen before is a real attention-getter. For example, homemade tools, antique tools, your grandfather's tools, mechanic tricks, techniques that you use, pictures of things that you think are interesting, stories about successes, stories about failures, occasional road trips to look at old abandoned cars.
I don't know how committed you want to be to this, but you could set up a couple of cameras in your work area and video yourself working. Edit the parts that you think are interesting into your final video. Maybe do a voice over explaining what you are doing rather than trying to explain as you go.
There's a guy in Vermont who builds garages and various things. The channel is called "Kens Karpentry" www.youtube.com/@kenskarpentry. You might find some inspiration by watching his videos. He might even help you if you contact him (he's more qualified to make UA-cam suggestions than I am). He seems to be a good guy (like yourself).
Wow, that's a lot. Probably more advice than you need. Consider the things that ring true to you and ignore the rest.
Good luck,
Robert.
All very good points and suggestions Robert.I appreciate you taking the time to help me out.I will see what works going forward!
You’re doing a fantastic job! Just keep it up! It’s amazing that couple of piles of “junk”, with someone having so much perseverance, can turn them into something that’s starting to look like a car! Just keep it rolling.
Thank you very much!
Doug share your passion, and follow your instincts. You will be self adjusting as you go. Experience will be your teacher. You love what you are doing. It shows. Keep up the good work. I was an Art teacher for over thirty years. Keep the faith.
Thanks Matthew!
I think your video could be a little bit longer but that’s okay you are doing the right way okay this work thats time to do. This is why I like watching you ❤❤❤❤❤
Thanks Red,I know I can count on you!
Keep doing what you are doing ,don't worry about the numbers ! ( build it they will come ) is all about you sharing your passion and let who ever out there watch along ! Have a good day Doug !!
Thanks John,good advise!
I like the frequent short clips personally. My constructive criticism would be to invest in one of those cyclops lights from Amazonia that Mortze uses so we can see in the dark places. PS: if you need a day off from time to time, take it. We don’t want you to burn out. Take care my friend. ❤️😎
Thanks Rich! I'll try to pace myself LOL
I really like to see the work being done, maybe a tri-pod to hold the camera while your working you are very talanted I would like seeing more of you doing the work right now you mainly show befoe and after and tell us what you did show us. YOU ASKED I watch every video been with you from the start
Thanks John.You have a good point.I will try to show a little more of the work without dragging it out too much.It's a fine line LOL!
Keep moving forward 👋 from Sweden 😃👍💪
Sweden?...Cool!That still blows me away that these videos reach so far.Thanks!
I like every video you have put out! Those who leave are used to the videos where they use the best of new replacement parts , and spend a lot of money to build a so-called vintage car. Theirs are ok, but you do things as I used to. I used the angle iron on my small pull trailer for a metal brake , using clamps and such. I also have used dollies and other things to form metals. I respect how you do things, which takes on a lot of thinking and perserverance. Keep up the good work my friend, do as you are used to doing, this is what makes your videos so great!
Thank you Leslie,that is very kind!
Just do your thing its not a one week project im watching every time your on.😊
Thanks Glenn!
The way your doing your videos is great. Alot of us viewers like that fact that you are not cussing, throwing things in anger and a lot of other things we se on other UA-cam videos. Just keep doing what you are and don't worry.
Thanks Joseph! It takes a lot to get me that angry LOL!
Great work Doug, look forward to your daily updates. Keeps me inspired to work on my 55, I like the way you present the content, keep it up!
Thank you Dennis!
Hello from Sweden! Your doing great videos.
That's 2 comments from Sweden in the same video...too cool!Thank you!
I like to see what you accomplish each day. I usually check in with you Dan and Brent every day.😊😊😊
Thanks Thomas!
Keep doing what you are doing. I've been saving the unsavable for as long as I've been building, some 66 years now. Nice to see the vision and talent to do what you do.
Thank you John.I've only been at it for 45 years so I'm just a kid LOL
Doug keep on doing what you’ve been doing! Can’t wait to see each video and how you’re resurrecting the Nomad against all odds! I appreciate your down to earth style and metalworking skills! I like your philosophy about parts too! Best regards!! JB
Thank you John!
The car is taking shape. Keep on moving forward on the car on your videos.
Thank you Coby!
FOR A "FIRST TIMER" UA-camR...A LOT OF US ARE AMAZED HOW MANY YOU HAVE WATCHING YOU IN YOUR BACK YARD GARAGE♥TWO CATS AS YOUR "HELPERS" AND I AM YOUR #1 FAN ..... LOOKING GREAT SON !!!
Thanks Mom! Love you
I like what your doing! Keep it up Doug!
Thanks,I appreciate it!
your doing fine...do what you want.
Thank you Alan!
I have been watching from the first episode and your doing great and your my number one utube channel,don’t change anything.
Thanks Frank!
You’re doing good. Don’t change. It just takes more time. For people to tell more people. You’re doing dam good work. And have a great show.
Thank you Christopher!
I think your doing great doug I like your videos I would like to see them a little longer would be nice I worked in body shops 40+ years in louisiana and I like how you built a nomad out of nothing and you are doing fine I vote that you keep doing just what your doing and it won't hurt my feelings if you make the videos a lil longer. Thanks for the videos and have a happy new year. Your friend from Louisiana rick427
Thanks Rick and Happy New Year to you as well!
Hey Doug, I love your channel because of the content. I think you should maybe show a little more of the process, not all of it. Maybe show how you make the parts you do, not necessarily the welding, grinding, etc. I look forward to seeing your videos and seeing the progress you have made. Keep up what you’re doing. You are one who has to be happy.
Thanks my friend! I will try to show a little more...but not too much LOL!
Your doing fine Doug, It's Christmas/New Years and people are busy. Keep doing what your doing. Once the new year gets here and things settle down everything should be back to normal.
That's assuming everything was normal before LOL! Thanks!
Damn dont worry about changing anything you doin GREAT always know you cant please 100% of the people 100% of the time. a lot of the keyboard jockeys do that crap just to get under your skin, your channel is awesome a ton of home car builders do just like you do. thats the kind of crowd you need to watch how you work a build a sweet car from just parts. Keep up the great job. Your new buddy
Gary.
That's very kind,thank you Gary!
your the only one that has fixed worse stuff than me lol but im a close second your at a slow spot not much bang for the buck where your at been there several times its real easy to quit where your at in the project most cars i fix for myself i dont think many others would tackle. i like to think if werent for me it wouldnt never happened or no one is that crazy to tackle such a thing i guess i waste a lot of time but so is watching tv
Thanks Brad!
Keep with it man ,you always got my thumbs up.
Thanks Brian!
I’m all in, your doing fine, looking forward to see this project to the end.
The fuel tank never had fuel in it, you could move the filler ?
Thanks Stephen!
That's true,it's never had gas in it.
I think it's a good pace. Some people want immediate gratification. These old cars take a lot of time and effort. I myself am impressed with the push to complete this project. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Steven! I feel like I'm way further along than I thought I would be this soon.You all watching keeps me motivated!
You be you! It will show in the test of time brother. I look forward to and enjoy your videos everyday. Great work!
Thanks Mike!
Love the format. Love the workmanship. Keep doin what you are doing.
Thank you!
Don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. Seeing the planning and then the result for each job is way more interesting than watching someone spot welding a line. Your numbers are climbing with every video. Personally, I feel that the people leaving have little knowledge of the real work that is being done……probably going to watch full car rattle can paint jobs….lol
LOL,maybe...Thanks Wayne!
You're awesome keep doing what you're doing keep on
Thanks Steven!
Hello do your thing don't worry about it . I enjoy as is . Thanks
Thanks Roy!
Just remember that you were building the car and bringing us along. Don't worry about who stays or goes. People are fickle and you can't please everyone. Thanks for making the videos. I appreciate the time invested.
Thanks Eric!
Hope you keep doing what your doing. I'm interested in seeing the finished product. Having owned many tri 5s myself and only finishing 3 or 4 with aftermarket panels I'm interested and amazed at your methods.
Thanks Marvin!
Doug your content is great. I follow as I can as close to your release as convenient to my responsibilities allow. I will continue doing that for as many episodes as you put out start to end. Hope I'm using the right description.. not sure of technical words.
Sounds good to me,thanks John!
I will watch regardless.love the cats . Maybe a bit more welding stuff "time lapse"
Thanks! Someday I'm going to learn how to do the time lapse LOL!
I think your doing fine who knows what pleases people or youtube
Thanks Ken!
Doug, do what you feel is right! It’s your channel, your car, your work and your cats! If someone doesn’t like what you’re doing, that person can go to another channel. The people that like what you’re doing will tune in and watch. I find what you’re doing is extremely interesting and very well done! It would be a shame if you disappeared from UA-cam. Do what you want to do when you want to and don’t care what people think. I, for one, really enjoy your videos and look forward to each and every one of them! Also, I believe, that your work is inspiring to many that love these cars and that’s important to all who are “car people”
That's very kind,thanks Bill!
Its just like the tide man, Remember your passion for that car And the hobby in general its what made you start the channel in the first place Keep that spark alive, that's what will draw people to you whether it takes a month or a couple years. Talk to your fellow youtubers and ask them how their channel started out. Ill bet Dan didn't earn a 1000 new subscribers A week to get to where he is today was a long slow haul You'll get their bddy.We really enjoy you keep it up. If you wanna do something different, take us for a ride and one of your other classics, introduce us to your wife.Go to a local cruise in. Anyway I don't lose hope doug you just got started! One thing I like that red rider does out of Canada, she has a viewer's bikes segment.You might try that with project pictures.People send you with their permission of course.
Thanks! I wasn't worried so much about growing my subscribers as much as I was worried that I wasn't pleasing the ones I already had.It's probably You Tube foolery LOL
I agree with some of the other comments to keep doing what you have been doing. Numbers on UA-cam change as far as views go. Keep the progress coming things are coming together. The ford truck gas tank looks like a good fit.
Thanks Russell! Yes,I believe the Ford tank will work.I might have to modify the filler neck but it's never had gas in it so it shouldn't blow up in my face LOL!
Keep doing what you’re doing Doug……Don’t worry about who comes and goes……You’re work is great……Enjoy the hell out of it 👍
Thanks Kevin!
Doug, please don't stop the videos. You have many more viewers than not. Don't take any nay sayers! We need you to stay on.
Thanks Jon,I'm not going anywhere!
Doug your doing fine .. People come and people go. Its part of the You Tube life community. Just keep smiling.
Thanks Steven,It's all good!
Ppl want to learn and see how your doing things even if their not building a car its intrestng to see not just seeing something already done
I hear ya David.I'm going to try to show just a little more grunt work but not so much as to weigh the videos down.Thanks!
You keep up the good work. you are doing and it will all come out in the end
it is the holiday I may self have not had the time to set down and enjoy any videos
Thank you Don!