How to make Body mounts with basic tools

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  • @bobfinders715
    @bobfinders715 3 роки тому +92

    Fitzee has given me the motivation to have a go at fabricating and welding from my wheelchair

    • @AMLagonda
      @AMLagonda 3 роки тому +3

      Nothing to lose mate :)

    • @coherantbliss3483
      @coherantbliss3483 3 роки тому +2

      Do it! I know of a guy in a wheel chair who actually builds cabinets. If you're a coffee drinker make sure you have a coffee maker and also a microwave in your shop lol. God bless you.

    • @bobfinders715
      @bobfinders715 3 роки тому +8

      @@coherantbliss3483 Thank you there are not many things I haven't been able to do, a lot of thinking about how I`m going to do it, but the buss, when finished, is awesome. Like Fitzee I don`t have fancy equipment, most of the bits I do have I`ve made myself one bit I have is an ex electric hospital bed which I have converted to a workbench so at the press of a button it goes up or down that is my pride and joy and it was free

    • @mayers19851ify
      @mayers19851ify 3 роки тому +1

      Guarantee you can do it boss. Most bodywork and metal work (on cars) is done sitting down anyways! Stay strong brother! Just modify you table.

    • @gilbertguzman531
      @gilbertguzman531 3 роки тому +1

      Get it you will have a good time

  • @zambotv8150
    @zambotv8150 3 роки тому +130

    You have no idea how these videos have helped me with my own build, I now look at complicated shapes completely differently, Fitzee, your uploads are priceless, thanks so much

    • @laszlovona
      @laszlovona 3 роки тому +8

      Same here... I tend to be less tempted to do stuff in one piece. I can decompose the shapes with my eye while having Fitzee's advice in mind: 'you can do it in one piece but see this part has a stretch/bend/roll to it' etc.. 😀👍

    • @niper99
      @niper99 3 роки тому +6

      Ill second that

    • @SkaterStimm
      @SkaterStimm 3 роки тому +7

      Yep! Exactly. I feel a level of confidence that I can do it, it will take time but I don’t need to go out and buy that patch panel.

    • @coherantbliss3483
      @coherantbliss3483 3 роки тому +5

      Ditto!

    • @burnout9069
      @burnout9069 3 роки тому +2

      Add me to that list. Working on complex concave to reverse concave channel with a lip section. After my one piece fail. I asked my self, how would fitzee do this. It's become an inside phrase In my home :)

  • @siliquaesid703
    @siliquaesid703 3 роки тому +31

    I think his merch should include his tag line; "Made with simple tools. Stick around to find out how".

  • @OldJoe212
    @OldJoe212 3 роки тому +71

    To the Student Body: Try to guess how the Professor will work his magic once he gives us the problem. Always remember, WWFD What Would Fitzee Do.

  • @kamanthavalaidum1079
    @kamanthavalaidum1079 3 роки тому +51

    Hi Fitzee you fabricating so plain and simple and with basic tools and what's around you .You are an amazing teacher 👌👌👌

  • @waynegoebel395
    @waynegoebel395 3 роки тому +34

    Simple tools... Ingenious mind. The ingenuity of the human mind on prime display, Well done, Fritzee. More of today's kids would do well to watch how critical thinking and logical problem solving works. AND you didn't need to Google a thing.

    • @jackmyers6040
      @jackmyers6040 3 роки тому

      Or get it all ready fabricated out of a box ! Bolt it on !

    • @Thedar561
      @Thedar561 Рік тому

      Most of the kids today would tell him how to do it

  • @peterbutcher562
    @peterbutcher562 3 роки тому +22

    Iv'e been doing restoration / fabrication for years, i think i have picked up more tips since being subscribed to this channel than nearly all those year of doing the work. Superb channel.

  • @daveybora3756
    @daveybora3756 3 роки тому +37

    “Stick around “... Or in layman's terms.. "you're going to learn something new today.."👍

  • @blairhong6089
    @blairhong6089 3 роки тому +6

    Saw the wand moving and remembered a teacher yelling at me to "WELD IN C's" back in the day!
    Don't even have to think about it when the time comes now. Thanks for bringing back the memory!

  • @nv1493
    @nv1493 3 роки тому +7

    The real teaching for me on these videos is learning how to break down multiple curves and surfaces into separate and easier to deal with pieces. Success with simplicity.

  • @DannyRossa
    @DannyRossa 3 роки тому +22

    Gives me the confidence to make anything!

    • @siliquaesid703
      @siliquaesid703 3 роки тому

      Agreed. I was scared to start some things, now, no problems.

  • @robertoswalt319
    @robertoswalt319 3 роки тому +6

    I find it fascinating to watch you form the most complicated shapes in ways that i would have never guessed possible. I appreciate your reviewing your orders of operation so that a person doesn't work themselves into a bind.

  • @garymccord4277
    @garymccord4277 3 роки тому +20

    Years from now when someone comes across you work it will pass as the origional manufacture procedure. Love learning from your videos showing how that with a lot of effort and average tools you can produce work that makes you proud. A++++ videos

  • @2tana22
    @2tana22 3 роки тому +16

    Another great Fitzee Class on how its possible to make a rather complicated metal part fairly easy with your experience, skill, patients and thought , thanks again for walking us through your process,

  • @deankay4434
    @deankay4434 3 роки тому +2

    I can’t thank enough as I sent this video to my youngest son who is 34 and into old vintage 80’s GM’s. I have that 8” vise, MIG and grinder. My instructions to him was to make a paper part to start with as a pattern (Note: $12 buys 34” X 100 foot roll of RED rosin paper used under wood floors) he is making a door bottom that is not sold. He wants to learn to weld, I told him to duplicate a pattern, Cut & bend metal then we will shape it and tack it then weld.
    Thank your very much for the video. Remember guys, you can’t always buy what you need!

  • @allangee
    @allangee 3 роки тому +1

    If I would have watched these at 16 years old -- instead of 40+ years beyond that -- I probably would have spent my life metalworking. Informative and inspiring! Thanks for covering everything you can, from the boringly simple to the amazingly complicated (broken down into simple steps).

  • @jessicacotter9116
    @jessicacotter9116 3 роки тому +5

    This guy is the Bob Ross of Fabrication!!! Love his work!!

  • @marcmigneault8364
    @marcmigneault8364 3 роки тому

    Been modifiing cars for « road » racing for 25 years. Still amazed at the quality of your work. All with common tools!

  • @zsoltrusko2829
    @zsoltrusko2829 3 роки тому

    Fitzee, now I know you read the comments:-) I decided to invest a few minutes in a more detailed feedback.
    Fitzee, you are my guru. I live in Sweden which is like your rust belt, just worse. In a bad year we have 7 months of salt on the roads. You hear rust eating up your car! I hate it. No one can repair the cars I love anymore, they are dissappearing! Welding and fixing old car bodies is a lost trade, the few who can do it charge over 100 bucks per hour. Your videos make it possible to rebuild my own cars. You show us that we only need simple tools and lots of patience. No need for the increasingly non-existent ready-made patch panels, now I can make my own. This opens up the possibility to save more cars! I work on my own cars, restore them and keep them in my mini collection.
    All I want to say that I am very grateful, please keep us “stick around”

  • @jonlawrence8981
    @jonlawrence8981 3 роки тому +2

    This humble man, in my opinion is right up there with the great ones! Ron, faye, Gene ...etc....thanks Fitzee!

  • @ericebert6404
    @ericebert6404 3 роки тому +7

    Fitzee, another lesson making a difficult task easier. Thank you!

  • @bradbilskie8078
    @bradbilskie8078 3 роки тому

    You can definitely tell metal work is your passion , thanks for sharing your talent with the world .

  • @philipmiller1030
    @philipmiller1030 3 роки тому +1

    You are the Man, I get so much pleasure out of watching your videos. In life every day is a school day and i always learn something new from watching you. Keep up the excellent work.

  • @russ8849
    @russ8849 3 роки тому

    After scrolling through these comments they are hard to top/give you the justice you deserve. I'll just say I'm younger than you but I realize you are a man ahead of your times. You take metal working to a science yet keep it simple. Einstein and Edison come to my mind when I see your work and that's for real. I hope that all your wisdom that you share rewards you some day.

  • @sanfordrhudy774
    @sanfordrhudy774 3 роки тому +1

    Fitzee, I don't think anyone would ever see that it's not factory original.
    Man, you have PERFECT timing! My 69 Chevelle's pass side radiator support mount is shot from being underneath the battery. I will be using(copying) your method for building a new one! As soon as I get it's LS engine going(gotta wire in new fuse/relay box) I will be gettin happy with some sheet metal!

  • @GIMPY1977
    @GIMPY1977 3 роки тому +4

    This is something that can't be taught, the way you executed that was amazing, only experience and knowledge can get this done.

  • @mellavoie545
    @mellavoie545 3 роки тому

    Years ago when I first attempted a little custom work on my 1966 Suburban I cut the roof and made it look like a beach buggy. I didn't know what I was doing but I tried and all the hotshot custom car builders just mocked me for my efforts. They discouraged me enough to quit and give up. It is such a rare and precious opportunity to watch and learn from such a great teacher. I'm 73 years now and just now learning things I wish I learned years ago. Thank you Fritzee from another Canadian out here on the west coast in BC. You put all those hotshots to shame. What I get the most from your teachings is break in down into pieces and keep it simple.

  • @johnalexander4356
    @johnalexander4356 3 роки тому +2

    Man I wish I had access to your videos back when I was just a kid! It sure would have made my life easier! About 35 years ago I tried to replace can mounts on 61 Ford unibody pickup. Mine looked terrible and took me forever to build.

  • @russelldmytrow823
    @russelldmytrow823 3 роки тому

    Thank-you Fitzee ....you are the Metal Master !!! I am very thankful & honoured to have your experience & teaching to help me 😃👍

  • @chuckeecheese162
    @chuckeecheese162 3 роки тому +2

    Fitzee I love how you break every compound shape down into its simplest form. Craftsmanship.

  • @flipeecupsstuff7632
    @flipeecupsstuff7632 3 роки тому

    I have been looking for this exact type of content for a long time and I am very glad to have found it. I am going to put all of this to work while repairing the rust on my '73 charger

  • @Demastrify
    @Demastrify 3 роки тому +5

    Once again the tips were great. I like how you can look at something and imagine how to recreate it and the actually recreate it.

  • @mikedown2678
    @mikedown2678 3 роки тому

    I tell you that you're simple approach with basic tools, is just the tip of the iceberg of your vast knowledge and experience. I'm just getting starting with my own fabrication work, and I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge. You are truly a great craftsman!

  • @carlosmontoya8658
    @carlosmontoya8658 3 роки тому +4

    Fitzee, a pleasure, as always, watching your engineering genius in action!

  • @daisybobglover5096
    @daisybobglover5096 3 роки тому

    Again, I'm humbled by your expertise and approach to build a part that has not been in production for decades!! Well done sir.

  • @boomdawg56
    @boomdawg56 3 роки тому

    Videos' like this one are a pleasure to watch, it seems that most people aren't interested in anything that they can't run down to the store and bring home to bolt on. Very few guys out there have the skill to actually customize anything, they just bolt on stuff.

  • @edmondpower5722
    @edmondpower5722 3 роки тому +1

    Top class workmanship, breaking up the design into separate parts is a great idea rather than trying to make the complex shape in one go, well done again.

  • @Donjo58
    @Donjo58 3 роки тому

    Great idea to break it down to simpler sections before putting them together. Impressive.

  • @geoffreymills9932
    @geoffreymills9932 3 роки тому

    Your tip's are always helpful, I like the fact that you can build these things with common sense and simple hand tools

  • @mariaasper1949
    @mariaasper1949 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant lesson Fitzee

  • @danvandertorre6349
    @danvandertorre6349 3 роки тому +5

    another princess auto fan and your a Canadian to and 1 of the best metal workers I have seen

    • @mickenzie5863
      @mickenzie5863 3 роки тому +2

      I'm at the point now that I can wander around princess auto for an hour and leave without buying anything... because I already have one of everything they sell.

  • @philjafo2
    @philjafo2 3 роки тому +2

    Keep the lessons coming, anyone can do rust repair with a full complement of fancy tools but to make a mount like that with nothing but a welder and grinder that takes talent.

  • @chrismadge7292
    @chrismadge7292 3 роки тому

    Clever how you break down a complex shape into a series of simple ones.

  • @myshopmyrules.3017
    @myshopmyrules.3017 3 роки тому +8

    Loved the helmet , so i ordered one from china. Cost about 18 US$. Problem is i'm unemployed and have no classic car to work on. And now i don't have money to buy beer for the weekend.

    • @dennyheitzer9457
      @dennyheitzer9457 3 роки тому +2

      I didn't either. So, I bought non classic for a song, fixed them up for my kids to get started in life, and when they got enough money to buy another car, they gave them back for me to restore. The key to having fun is not in making a killing but in the development of your talents and a love for your accomplishments.

  • @filibertob22
    @filibertob22 3 роки тому +2

    Sorprise me the simplicity of your skils, thank you for shearing your in valuable expertise. Congratulations Fitzee from Mexico city

  • @GearHeadBoris
    @GearHeadBoris 3 роки тому

    Raining cats and dogs outside...perfect day for watching Fitzee work the metallic magic 😀

  • @62_C10
    @62_C10 3 роки тому

    Every opportunity I get to observe you work causes me to eliminate so many other "would be" sources of similar wisdom. You are amazing and your sincerity and humility only add to the process of learning. I want to move to Newfoundland.

  • @stevewuertz3598
    @stevewuertz3598 3 роки тому

    I'm always amazed at how you can so quickly get to the root of the issue and deliver a stunningly clever solution. The flipping the U shaped loop to accurately determine the cut-i see it and smack my head-why didn't I think of that. Damn genius

  • @hw8621
    @hw8621 3 роки тому

    I am so impressed by your fabricated sheet metal tools! You already are a supreme metal craftsman bar none and just looking at those tools that even we can make ourselves is amazing. We viewers are really thankful that we don't need thousands of dollars of tools we can't afford but still can do the same quality work following your tutorials. Thank You!

  • @billnlori3149
    @billnlori3149 3 роки тому

    Man, its like you are looking over my shoulder!! I am building body mounts for my 55 Caddy. Learned a ton from this one. Thanks Tony!!

  • @byrdsdoityourselfgarage7330
    @byrdsdoityourselfgarage7330 2 роки тому

    Absolute genius. I wish I had all the little assorted pieces of pipes, and angles, and sheetmetal. Very handy indeed! Beautiful work as usual Tony!

  • @labrd41
    @labrd41 3 роки тому

    All fabricators are not created equal. ........Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @gilbertguzman531
    @gilbertguzman531 3 роки тому

    I love fabrication its almost like therapy just working at your own pace and also seeing the end product of what you created....im working on a 49 fleetline and I had so much fab to do now its almost coming to an end and im getting ready for body work in a month

    • @fitzeesfabrications
      @fitzeesfabrications  3 роки тому

      Fleetline! What work have you done to it?

    • @gilbertguzman531
      @gilbertguzman531 3 роки тому

      @@fitzeesfabrications the floors, inner rockers, inside quarter plates,door jamb,trunk repair,spare wheel replacement,firewall patching,rear window brackets, front lower body body patches,front fender patching.....it was alot of stuff i thought it was just going to be a floor replacement but it turned into an onion i just kept peeling back layers and layers cancer. During this whole covid lockdown I been able to advance alot with this car and maybe next month the body will get done up and the engine will get slapped in to start cruising the streets of Cali.

  • @lancasterjim2441
    @lancasterjim2441 3 роки тому

    Man your so practical this is what they don’t teach anymore thank you for sharing your a true craftsman of your trade

  • @darrenhebert8740
    @darrenhebert8740 3 роки тому

    Learning from every video. Using your guidence to make pieces in pieces before installing. Thanks for all the videos.

  • @jackmyers6040
    @jackmyers6040 3 роки тому

    Finished product looked really close to factory ! Well done!

  • @chuck1607
    @chuck1607 3 роки тому

    The tips are very good. You style of delivering the information is easy to understand and very helpful. Thank you.

  • @lukekarakoulakis7066
    @lukekarakoulakis7066 3 роки тому

    Hi its easy to sit back and watch the work you are doing and find different ways to do the job. But mate I think your methods are good enough and thankyou again for these demonstrations that have enabled me to work on my car.

  • @christophermay2913
    @christophermay2913 3 роки тому +1

    Your a true craftsman love seeing your Videos Chris from north Carolina

  • @rybreadification
    @rybreadification 3 роки тому

    Fitzee your video’s are awesome. It’s cool to watch you make this stuff with a mig. Super helpful.

  • @darrensamuels1511
    @darrensamuels1511 3 роки тому

    Fitzee you really know your craft a pleasure to watch mate. 🇦🇺🙏👨‍🏭

  • @erikbroberg9785
    @erikbroberg9785 3 роки тому

    Fitzee, you are brilliant. I wish i would have had your advice 12 years ago when i started welding. Wonderful stuff you are doing.

  • @BB468k10
    @BB468k10 Рік тому

    Appreciate the time and effort you put in , to make these videos. Thank you.

  • @terrystover7365
    @terrystover7365 3 роки тому

    You are a master fabricator. Really like watching and have gotten to where I wait on the new videos.

  • @toddbrady7502
    @toddbrady7502 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, that looks nice. So glad to see you wearing a welding shield. I’ve seen some of the videos where you are welding without one. Can’t be good for the eyes. Keep these amazing videos coming.

    • @BruceLee-xn3nn
      @BruceLee-xn3nn 3 роки тому +1

      I wear dark glasses but not helmet. I get a sunburn on my forehead.lol

  • @johnmorrison1133
    @johnmorrison1133 3 роки тому +1

    I stuck around and I learned something. Excellent class as always.

  • @anthonypirozzi837
    @anthonypirozzi837 3 роки тому

    Im no body man by any means but watching you I gotta say I learned a lifetime of techniques from you,thank you and keep up the great videos

  • @szaboroland51
    @szaboroland51 3 роки тому +2

    I am still looking for my jaw on the floor.
    Sir, you are an artist! 👍 👍

  • @timothymcfarland1307
    @timothymcfarland1307 2 роки тому

    So much to learn on how metal stretches. you're tips are always good 👍

  • @coherantbliss3483
    @coherantbliss3483 3 роки тому

    Thanks again FF! As Phil said, Your vids help me on my current project too. Thanks for you patience in videoing for us. ONe thing i've noticed Fitzee does too...having patience actually gets the job done faster. I know.. doesn't make sense...until you figure it out for yourself lol.

  • @pennygretch
    @pennygretch 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for adjusting the audio/music volume......... I love you videos way more now....Thanks again.....You do great work.

  • @chrisgrcich1178
    @chrisgrcich1178 3 роки тому

    Tips Are good! Really diggin' the no nonsense, all content videos. Excellent!

  • @georgeezzell4474
    @georgeezzell4474 3 роки тому +1

    Fitzee your tips are always great !

  • @MrPamurphy09
    @MrPamurphy09 3 роки тому +10

    This man needs to be protected at all costs 🤣🤣

  • @jasonhull5712
    @jasonhull5712 3 роки тому

    You make it look so darn easy sir..
    I've been struggling with the same shift hump for two or three days now...
    I've made at least 6 or 7 templates and cut a scraped three pieces in the process.. you are such a natural.

  • @darrenwoodruff3256
    @darrenwoodruff3256 3 роки тому

    HOW CAN ANYONE GIVE A THUMBS DOWN FOR THIS MAN HES A PURE GENIUSE AND A PLEASURE TO WATCH

  • @GeordietheJoiner
    @GeordietheJoiner 3 роки тому

    Thanks for more great advice Fitzee, I used your technique yesterday on bottom inside edge car door, cutting out rust and welding in new patch panels using three different pieces to make a complicated corner - such a great method 👍👍

  • @mattblack6268
    @mattblack6268 3 роки тому

    Another great vid mate.
    It makes it easier for us novices to have a crack at things when there are vids like this to go to.
    Keep up the good work.

  • @mikealdag7309
    @mikealdag7309 2 місяці тому

    really nice job , clever ideas you come up with how to build things. thank you for sharing this

  • @robertsomerville320
    @robertsomerville320 3 роки тому

    This has been one of the best video's yet Tony, it's full of more than just tips, it's the knowledge that you only get from an automobile restorer. They don't teach this stuff in school. What an inspiration to tackle the hard stuff on a project.
    I got a tip for you... remember to put a little link in the top corner of the video end that links to your merch!

    • @fitzeesfabrications
      @fitzeesfabrications  3 роки тому

      The link is there at the end of the video. Thanks for watching

  • @UnfinishedProjectDartSport
    @UnfinishedProjectDartSport 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks!
    You build my confidence as well as you build cab mounts.

  • @franstolsma554
    @franstolsma554 3 роки тому

    Hi Fitzee, It’s a real piece of art you made. Thanks for showing how to create a complex shape in an easy way. 👍

  • @DIYWHEELGUY1970
    @DIYWHEELGUY1970 3 роки тому

    It's amazing seeing how it all comes together all from separate pieces of metal. Once again great video

  • @philipmiller1030
    @philipmiller1030 3 роки тому +1

    Fitzee I'm not drinking any more beer till you post another video, don't be to long. 👀

  • @2kcars507
    @2kcars507 3 роки тому

    30 minutes of pure skill and craft. Lovely.

  • @OutdoorAdventureTV
    @OutdoorAdventureTV 3 роки тому

    Such great content! I have a 1972 Blazer with a fair amount of rust. I did a bit of work on it, but then got stuck because I didn't know how to move forward. These videos have given me an understanding on how to approach the project. I can buy most of the panels, but there is some work that needs to be done that isn't available. I think I can start back on it and be successful. I sat on my Dad's lap and "drove" his 72 Blazer. Now I have one of my own. Hopefully I can pass it down to my children. Thanks so much!

  • @anthonypirozzi837
    @anthonypirozzi837 3 роки тому

    Just watched this one for the third time and it's still amazing!!

  • @johnsmulders8535
    @johnsmulders8535 3 роки тому

    Thanks again Fitzee, a complex looking mount, but you broke it down into practical steps using tooling and skills which we can apply and replicate with practice.
    Masterful!
    (I need to build a pipe vice so bad)..

  • @DavidJones-mn7ie
    @DavidJones-mn7ie 3 роки тому

    I made up a small repair panel for my 76 Saab 96 using your techniques. They really work.

  • @michaelpesce9235
    @michaelpesce9235 3 роки тому

    Another excellent video, your fabrication skills are amazing. Thanks for sharing.😊

  • @raphaelgauthier7481
    @raphaelgauthier7481 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing work as always Fitz👌💯🙌

  • @johanhofstedt7317
    @johanhofstedt7317 3 роки тому

    You give me hope for my Cadillac 46 that will be built using these tips! Cheers from Sweden!

  • @DJRudyNaves
    @DJRudyNaves 3 роки тому +1

    Another great tutorial for manufacturing body parts.

  • @dustinkinser3797
    @dustinkinser3797 3 роки тому

    I'm working in a 1992 ford f350 crew cab. I Will use what I learned from you and others! Thank you!

  • @davehogan4776
    @davehogan4776 3 роки тому

    I can tell the difference!! Yours looks better!!!! Awesome Job!!

  • @stevegordon3336
    @stevegordon3336 3 роки тому

    Your thought process on making these complex shapes is amazing Fitzee. You are a fantastic craftsman. The sad fact is most body shops dont have panelbeaters now just panel fitters.

  • @brucebell6020
    @brucebell6020 3 роки тому

    You are truley the master mr Fitzee ,allways good quality work, and you make it so the rest of us can do it also,, truley inspirational !! Thank u

  • @richardprice713
    @richardprice713 3 роки тому

    Great deal on the helmet! Thanks for the info Tony very nice work!

  • @jg7017193
    @jg7017193 3 роки тому

    Hi Fitzee you and Authur Tussik are the best I love watching your videos can't stop watching learn something all the time keep up the good work PS can't wait for another vid

  • @cre2919
    @cre2919 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing I learn something new from your videos all the time God Bless