I think this was one of the best videos I’ve seen you do and I think I’ve watched them all. Thank you for creating them. That one was packed full of information 👌🏻👍🏻🤘🏻👊🏻
Gz Karl I was holding my breath when you started to bead roll that hood. Really glad you didn't roll it 10 times. I was nervous for you, couldn't take my eye of the line. A great video nice and long with absolutely great content. Very methodical and your concentration is amazing. Thank you for sharing your time, video and craftmanship.
Karl, I found a solid rubber caster wheel at harbor freight which was 6" and it really works better than the rubber band. Yes it takes a few minutes to change the wheel over but, it takes the frustration out of the rubber band always going off to a side and having to constantly having to realign it ! Looks great keep up the great videos !
yes i agree we don't have a Harbor Freight but have one called A MANS TOY SHOP same thing but from what i have Hurd say you can get way more from yours than the one we have 6 inch by 2 1/2 inch wide great for rolling the bends in the tin
Yes I actually have one 8 inch wheel that a friend of mine who works at a rubber place took and stripped the urethane off and then vulcanized new rubber to the wheel. I swear it’s gonna be the most amazing wheel I’ve ever used I just have not made the bearing for it yet
The amount of detail to the inner structure is amazing. Had you ever thought of hot glue gun to position temp rods. With tape it could slide glue sticks would hold until your ready and peel off fairly easy.
love the work, learned much and I have a tip for you. I use playdough to to find clearance issues... just plop a ball on trouble area put parts together as much as you can, remove and look at the clearance issue on the dough. works geat. cheers
You are very descriptive of each step that you are taking. I’m 74 and probably never do what you do. I always wanted to learn how to do what you do! Thanks!
Carl a big shout out from Australia Im a 57 year old car restorer I really enjoy watching your videos you are a seriously talented young guy I watched how you made that aluminum radiator fit that front panel but the way you made that bonnet fit 👌 If I can share something with you When cutting aluminum with those thin cutting blades have a wax candle handy and drop the tip of the blade in it a little it will cut like butter without clogging Keep up the great work my friend can’t wait for the next one Michael
Karl, I don't know what to say. ... I guess I just watched a master craftsman work with his vast array of tools to create nothing less than hot rod nirvana, will have to suffice. ... Even the way you repositioned the car in your shop, by rolling one of the front tires around was an eye opener to me. What followed that was simply unbelievable. ... Karl, you are THE MAN!
Wow Martin thank you so much! Pretty much the nicest thing anyone’s ever said lol this was a fun and challenging project for me I’m glad you enjoyed it! Yeah I don’t know why it’s easier to roll cars around by the wheel lol 😆
@@MakeItKustom the real value here is your vocalized thought processes, absent presumption. All too often folks with technical capacity lack the skills to be a good teacher, or the will to invest in documenting process- you bring the trifecta. Much thanks for your efforts.
@@MakeItKustom Im hoping to be as successful as you in 2 years with my channel, based on what i do Turbochargers the repairs of them, upgrades, and importing sector ect.
I'm digging the longer videos. I know most people suggest to keep them short, but I love this content. I'm finally back to working on my car, and can't wait to apply some of what I learned while following you. Thanks again!
Yeah I’m digging the longer videos too I feel like there’s a lot more opportunity to fully grasp whatever we are doing if we take the time to make the video full length
I'm a contractor so I have almost zero experience with metal work but I gotta give you credit boss! I have learned so much watching you work and explain what/How you do what your doing. I have applied a few of you tips in my field, I'm getting very interested in working with metal. Cheers brother!
Wow that guide fence is ingenious that's the koolest add on I've seen off the cuff ever,this is why I keep coming back to watch you do your skills an expose your talent. Thanks
I love the evolution saws. I have their hand circular saw and love how easy it cuts metal and especially how little of a mess it makes! I am planning on purchasing their bench chop saw as soon as I get my new shop finished. My old abrasive chop saws would sling crap everywhere in the shop. There would be abrasive grit and metal dust on the other side of my old shop. This will help sooo much with clean up and it cuts so much faster. And the metal doesn't get as hot as it did with the old abrasive chop saw which was basically grinding the metal. This comment is a year past when you actually got the saw amd I bet you're loving it!
Great informative work once again!🙂 You’ve given me the Sunday morning motivation needed to brave working in my garage it’s 6 degrees here in New Zealand… middle of winter I’m fitting an old louvred hood to my 47 ford coupe, lots of structural repairs as it hasn’t been on a car in decades but lots of fun and a good excuse to buy some more tools.
Another mind bending video! Honestly, I've learned more about metal work from watching your videos than the classes I've taken and the battered books collecting dust on my shelves. Your hands must be 80 grit when you're done but you sir, you are appreciated.
These are the best comments I read. Anytime I know somebody appreciates the videos this much and has learned from them, this is why I do this. Thank you so much man I’m so glad
I use a urethane wheel on top when I’m rolling a radius. It’s an 8 inch caster (with a cast iron center) and I was able to purchase a bearing with a metric OD and an SAE ID which fit my particular wheel perfectly. It was inexpensive to put together and an absolute joy to use!
Yeah I have one that a friend made for me actually vulcanized rubber onto a cast wheel but I need to make the bearings for it lol I think it’s definitely worth having a Wheels that doesn’t need a band
Hi Brenda! 👋 yeah u nailed it on the aftermarket parts that are supposed to be direct bolt on stuff but never seem to fit. Body panels are usually a nightmare and even things like getting headers to fit can be almost impossible without modification.
Thanks man and I agree I definitely don’t want to compromise the end product of the zephyr by rushing. I will make a tool if I have to to make the job right. I think I need a reciprocating hammer now lol
Every once in a while the You Tube algorithm really nails it for me, and this channel immediately went to my subscription list, along with the European women’s high jump and pole vaulting vids, which are, uh, you know, different.
I loved this video, I don't think you should worry about the video being too long. An hour or hour and a half is great and you get to more details. Thanks
Smart of you karl to put a fence on that bead roller that ensure a dead on bead all the time. You even had me nervous as you were rolling in that bead. LOOK's great...you nailed it Karl. Hood looks smart..nice job!!!
That Evolution saw has been one of the best purchases I have made! Had a year and half on one blade with tons of cutting. DOM, moly, sq tubing and channel. Great video love the content!
Your work is always on point Karl. You never cease to amaze me with your skill & work ethic. Another fantastic creation by "Fisher". Billy J.... Queensland, Australia.
Awesome job. Worked in a truck and trailer shop, lots of aluminum. A little wax on cutting discs, grinding discs will keep them cleaner. The aluminum does not stick. Not for painted surfaces.
Hey Karl, I just wanted to say that if it weren't for aftermarket parts a fabricator wouldn't have job security. That aside I wanted to say thanks for another wonderfully informative video on metal shaping. You always make it look easy. This hood is beautiful. You pack so much information into every episode and let us know what you have learned from past experience. Thanks again and we'll see you next time.
Another masterful demonstration! Sure came to shape nicely. Hard work pays off! Nice lathe! Making a radius manually isnt easy. Can’t beat a cold saw. My PA saw took a lot of abuse before i toasted the blade. Nice work Karl!
Wow! This video was a master class in fabrication, tool making, and the thought process involved in building a hot rod! Outstanding! Thank you Karl. Keep moving forward!
I laughed at the laugh and self cheering at the end ! I've done the same in the release of nervous tension and satisfaction at the final fit of a big step in a project. It just shows that the kid is still alive and well in us. The coupe is looking great!
That saw looks amazing! Just wanted to mention these longer videos are great. It takes me a few sittings, but I still never miss a minute of your content.
i know i am late to the game but i watch you all the time now. you and bad chad are my go to. the chop saw is worth every penny. i don't have that exact one but i have invested in a pretty good one in my opinion and I have a blade exactly like that and yes they cut excellent. I use it more than my band saw. Appreciate your show keep teaching us and motivating us.
Morning Karl, watching you fight(deal with fitment issues) reminded me of the poor quality of some of the stuff we pay good money for. Watching you make that hood, you are one talented dude!! What I like best about your videos is how you explain what you are doing.. Great job!!
one of my favorite vids. very detailed and explanatory. not that I'd ever tackle this.. but I have a stronger understanding now. Puddin's Fab shop has an Evolution and he friggin LOVES it.
I enjoy watching your videos. Great tips and helps me be motivated to work on my projects. In my shop is a 7-1/4" size Evolution saw. Really wish I had gone to the 10". Looks like you have a 12"? ALWAYS WEAR A FACE SHIELD. Not just safety glasses or goggles. And as soon as the teeth start to get dull, sharpen them before you ruin the blade.
Great stuff Karl. You and Fitzee have really inspired me to break out the tools and burn some metal. It's really calming to spend the day focusing on getting lines right and doing fit up. Need a tool, make a tool lifestyle.
This is so scientific as compared to the way young (unskilled) guys did it in 1968--the only hood I ever made was done by bending the flat sheet over gas welding bottles. we just bent the hell out of it by hand, trimmed with hand shears til we got it looking good. I bet that hood is still on that car today! Same guy still owns it!
Thanks for the video. Those bead rolls look factory. I've been struggling for someone to machine some bead roller dies for my 54 belair doors and no ones seems to know how. You made it look super easy. Thanks
No problem! My friend actually 3-D prints them. It works really well out of super hard plastic. You can take a profile of your panel and he will make a die for it. His name is Preston at Lakeview fabrication in Salmon arm BC
@@MakeItKustom Awesome! Thanks for the information. You have been the only one on UA-cam who has taken the time to help find where to make or get these dies. Thank you appreciate it
Watching you work on that radiator brought back all the memories of the same issues I had with my 32 Vicky build. If they rounded the tanks like the original it would slide right in. But nope... Have to see I wish mine was as clean when done, lol, but it held coolant, ftw.
As always, concise and on point. I've never been a fan of hoods, but if you're gonna do one, do it right! Looks great and the explaining the process of the radiator/shell inconsistencies was perfect. Im sure more than a few people out there are less worried after watching this. Can't wait to see more on this roadster in the future!
Hey Karl, That hood looks GREAT!! A testament to attention to detail, patience and forethought. If you like how well the cold saw does straight cuts, try it on angles and miters. That's where it really shines. It doesn't deflect like an abrasive chop saw so you can get very precise cuts.
Karl compliments on that hood...man you take metal panel fabrication to another level...your thought ...planning... and execution is a class above the rest...thats what i can take away from todays lesson...thank you Sir...great respect...👍👍👍
You make it look so easy! Beautiful work as always. I am learning a lot from you, and I plan on taking what I’ve learned and applying it to a 1969 firebird. Replacing rear quarters and trunk and more. Thank you so much for everything you do and the beautiful work you do!
Great video. Great work. Excellent detail. The Duval windshield will look awesome. We used to put them on custom built 1930s Mahogany Gentleman's Racers they have always been the classic Lake Rod Rat rod so to speak of the Boat world. We built them all from scratch from hand drawn designs to hand drawn patterns and frames. They were built with a classic vintage look sometimes with a steam punk and or Art Deco twist. They always looked so damn sweet. This Rod will so killer with that Duval windshield frame for sure. It's the perfect touch
Glad to hear it! That’s why I do this channel. For myself and hopefully others, it is much more understandable when I see how someone else does it and why
Just watched this video and saw the issues with the rubber band on your bead roller. I saw you flick your finger between the rubber and the wheel to put it back on course. Idea: Add a couple of guides, one on each side (to account for the direction changes) to do the same thing as your finger, guide the rubber back to the centre of the wheel. Could put them on plastic bushings and at the top so they stay out of the way, hope that makes sense. Nice work as always.
Great video. Many good ideas that I got from your job on this hotrod. I liked the tests on your brand new Evolution Saw. A great gift. You deserve. Thanks for good tips. Greetings from a Brazilian fan.
Really enjoyed watching this one so much I watched it twice! Well done man. The hood fits perfect! Also like the fence idea for the roller, might be taking some notes!
Awesome job!! Those beads were perfect and finish the panel nicely. I’m sure the beads will add strength and help the hood keep its shape. Keep up the fantastic work!
True craftsmanship.
I think this was one of the best videos I’ve seen you do and I think I’ve watched them all. Thank you for creating them. That one was packed full of information 👌🏻👍🏻🤘🏻👊🏻
You’re so welcome and thanks so much for watching and supporting! I’m glad you dig this one
Gz Karl I was holding my breath when you started to bead roll that hood. Really glad you didn't roll it 10 times. I was nervous for you, couldn't take my eye of the line. A great video nice and long with absolutely great content. Very methodical and your concentration is amazing. Thank you for sharing your time, video and craftmanship.
You’re so welcome man thanks so much for watching it! Glad you enjoyed this one!
Im a simple guy, i see Karl uploaded. I smash the like button. 👊
👊👊👊👊cheers man
the workmanship quality that goes into this Model A is priceless !! that car should be worth more than expected !!
Thanks man!
@@MakeItKustom The pleasure is mine...you have the skill and carry the experiance proven!!!
Karl, I found a solid rubber caster wheel at harbor freight which was 6" and it really works better than the rubber band. Yes it takes a few minutes to change the wheel over but, it takes the frustration out of the rubber band always going off to a side and having to constantly having to realign it ! Looks great keep up the great videos !
yes i agree we don't have a Harbor Freight but have one called A MANS TOY SHOP same thing but from what i have Hurd say you can get way more from yours than the one we have 6 inch by 2 1/2 inch wide great for rolling the bends in the tin
I was wondering how frustrated he was getting. I know I would have been. Lol
Great attention to detail, and your jigs, fences, etc. enable you getting perfect results while working alone.
Yes I actually have one 8 inch wheel that a friend of mine who works at a rubber place took and stripped the urethane off and then vulcanized new rubber to the wheel. I swear it’s gonna be the most amazing wheel I’ve ever used I just have not made the bearing for it yet
@@MakeItKustom That would be a cool wheel to sell on your website along with your Japhands Kustoms radius guage. Just like you built it. Looks sweet
The amount of detail to the inner structure is amazing. Had you ever thought of hot glue gun to position temp rods. With tape it could slide glue sticks would hold until your ready and peel off fairly easy.
Never thought of it but great idea!
love the work, learned much and I have a tip for you. I use playdough to to find clearance issues... just plop a ball on trouble area put parts together as much as you can, remove and look at the clearance issue on the dough. works geat. cheers
You are very descriptive of each step that you are taking. I’m 74 and probably never do what you do. I always wanted to learn how to do what you do! Thanks!
Thanks Bruce!
Carl a big shout out from Australia
Im a 57 year old car restorer I really enjoy watching your videos you are a seriously talented young guy
I watched how you made that aluminum radiator fit that front panel but the way you made that bonnet fit 👌
If I can share something with you
When cutting aluminum with those thin cutting blades have a wax candle handy and drop the tip of the blade in it a little it will cut like butter without clogging
Keep up the great work my friend can’t wait for the next one
Michael
Karl, I don't know what to say. ...
I guess I just watched a master craftsman work with his vast array of tools to create nothing less than hot rod nirvana, will have to suffice. ... Even the way you repositioned the car in your shop, by rolling one of the front tires around was an eye opener to me. What followed that was simply unbelievable. ... Karl, you are THE MAN!
Wow Martin thank you so much! Pretty much the nicest thing anyone’s ever said lol this was a fun and challenging project for me I’m glad you enjoyed it! Yeah I don’t know why it’s easier to roll cars around by the wheel lol 😆
Not just one of your best demonstrations, but one of the beset fab demos anywhere. Well done indeed!
Thanks very much! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
@@MakeItKustom the real value here is your vocalized thought processes, absent presumption. All too often folks with technical capacity lack the skills to be a good teacher, or the will to invest in documenting process- you bring the trifecta. Much thanks for your efforts.
As a Auto engineer myself i have to say Your work Karl is ........no words really brilliant !!
Cheers man thanks you so much 👊👊👊👊
@@MakeItKustom cheers Bro👊👊👊👊
@@MakeItKustom Im hoping to be as successful as you in 2 years with my channel, based on what i do Turbochargers the repairs of them, upgrades, and importing sector ect.
I'm digging the longer videos. I know most people suggest to keep them short, but I love this content. I'm finally back to working on my car, and can't wait to apply some of what I learned while following you. Thanks again!
Yeah I’m digging the longer videos too I feel like there’s a lot more opportunity to fully grasp whatever we are doing if we take the time to make the video full length
Watching a genius at work, what better way to spend time on UA-cam.
Oh shucks lol thanks for spending your time here cheers!
I'm a contractor so I have almost zero experience with metal work but I gotta give you credit boss! I have learned so much watching you work and explain what/How you do what your doing. I have applied a few of you tips in my field, I'm getting very interested in working with metal. Cheers brother!
Wow that guide fence is ingenious that's the koolest add on I've seen off the cuff ever,this is why I keep coming back to watch you do your skills an expose your talent. Thanks
Thanks man I’m pretty stoked out and came out myself! All out of scrap laying around the shop
I love the evolution saws. I have their hand circular saw and love how easy it cuts metal and especially how little of a mess it makes! I am planning on purchasing their bench chop saw as soon as I get my new shop finished. My old abrasive chop saws would sling crap everywhere in the shop. There would be abrasive grit and metal dust on the other side of my old shop. This will help sooo much with clean up and it cuts so much faster. And the metal doesn't get as hot as it did with the old abrasive chop saw which was basically grinding the metal. This comment is a year past when you actually got the saw amd I bet you're loving it!
Great informative work once again!🙂
You’ve given me the Sunday morning motivation needed to brave working in my garage it’s 6 degrees here in New Zealand… middle of winter
I’m fitting an old louvred hood to my 47 ford coupe, lots of structural repairs as it hasn’t been on a car in decades but lots of fun and a good excuse to buy some more tools.
NZ BROTHER !!!
Right on I’m glad to hear it man! It always trips me out when you guys are in the winter and we are in summer
Karl that was Amazing, after 47 years of running a body shop, I bow to you !
Man that’s a pretty high compliment I really appreciate it!
I'm always impressed with your patience. Sneaking up on those curves and then sneaking up on the edges to get perfect fitment.
This is definitely where most of the time goes. Thanks Philip!
Sweet looking roadster. I really like your approach to your craft
Glad you did it man! Can’t wait to get further on it
The workmanship on this roadster is spot on. Everything you do is done with attention to detail. Love all the videos.
Thank you very much I’m so happy to be back on it
@@MakeItKustom I am working on a 36 Chevy truck. So your videos are very educational for me.
the evolution saw rocks , I have a maketa chop saw with the evolution blade and it cuts so clean now glad you got one
I can’t believe I didn’t own one sooner
Another mind bending video! Honestly, I've learned more about metal work from watching your videos than the classes I've taken and the battered books collecting dust on my shelves. Your hands must be 80 grit when you're done but you sir, you are appreciated.
These are the best comments I read. Anytime I know somebody appreciates the videos this much and has learned from them, this is why I do this. Thank you so much man I’m so glad
That was a great piece of craftsmanship. Made a hood, made a tool and it looks perfect! You are the man!
A+ FROM A 66 YEAR OLD , 3RD GENERATION , MACHINIST .. YOUR DOING GREAT ! THANKS ...
You work is unreal. Your like David Copperfield performing magic. Beautiful!
I use a urethane wheel on top when I’m rolling a radius. It’s an 8 inch caster (with a cast iron center) and I was able to purchase a bearing with a metric OD and an SAE ID which fit my particular wheel perfectly. It was inexpensive to put together and an absolute joy to use!
Yeah I have one that a friend made for me actually vulcanized rubber onto a cast wheel but I need to make the bearings for it lol I think it’s definitely worth having a Wheels that doesn’t need a band
Really Really Excellent your as good as I was back in the day...I'm 76 now keep up the creative work !
Hi Brenda! 👋 yeah u nailed it on the aftermarket parts that are supposed to be direct bolt on stuff but never seem to fit. Body panels are usually a nightmare and even things like getting headers to fit can be almost impossible without modification.
Crazy cool work. You explain everything very well, not just how but why. It's like the whole teach a man to fish thing. Thank you for your time.
Thanks for your feedback man I appreciate it! Cheers!
You knocked that hood outta the park. Keep at the zephyr and make it perfect no matter how long it takes you. Perfection takes time.
Thanks man and I agree I definitely don’t want to compromise the end product of the zephyr by rushing. I will make a tool if I have to to make the job right. I think I need a reciprocating hammer now lol
You are a true craftsman ! You've really upped the game for a lot of people. Hat's off to you, sir.
Thanks a lot Bob!
Every once in a while the You Tube algorithm really nails it for me, and this channel immediately went to my subscription list, along with the European women’s high jump and pole vaulting vids, which are, uh, you know, different.
Ha ha ha glad I made the cut lol some test competition with the European women’s high jump
what a clever way to make a hood jig
I loved this video, I don't think you should worry about the video being too long. An hour or hour and a half is great and you get to more details. Thanks
A joy to watch Karl. You are a craftsman for sure.
Flawless. Absolutely gorgeous my friend. Impeccable craftsmanship as usual.
Thanks man cheers!
You had my heart ❤️ thumping with the bead roll but once again you nailed it !!! Fantastic video.
Lol I was trying not to think too hard about it because that would have ruined my day lol
Karl, your level of concentration is admirable. You are a very innovative young man. Thank you so much for the videos.👍👌✌️
Your talent and work ethic are amazing. Love to meet the person who instilled those values in you!
I personally prefer the longer format vids. I'm sure they are a lot more work, but a guy really does learn a lot from them!!
So glad to hear it ben! I’m enjoying the longer format to
Smart of you karl to put a fence on that bead roller that ensure a dead on bead all the time. You even had me nervous as you were rolling in that bead. LOOK's great...you nailed it Karl. Hood looks smart..nice job!!!
That Evolution saw has been one of the best purchases I have made! Had a year and half on one blade with tons of cutting. DOM, moly, sq tubing and channel. Great video love the content!
Your work is always on point Karl. You never cease to amaze me with your skill & work ethic. Another fantastic creation by "Fisher". Billy J.... Queensland, Australia.
Thanks so much Billy cheers!
Awesome job. Worked in a truck and trailer shop, lots of aluminum. A little wax on cutting discs, grinding discs will keep them cleaner. The aluminum does not stick. Not for painted surfaces.
Karl always a pleasure to watch you make something from flat metal. Such craftsmanship.
Thanks Greg!
Hey Karl, I just wanted to say that if it weren't for aftermarket parts a fabricator wouldn't have job security. That aside I wanted to say thanks for another wonderfully informative video on metal shaping. You always make it look easy. This hood is beautiful. You pack so much information into every episode and let us know what you have learned from past experience. Thanks again and we'll see you next time.
You’re so welcome Keith! And thanks so much for your kind words and continued support!
Another masterful demonstration!
Sure came to shape nicely. Hard work pays off!
Nice lathe! Making a radius manually isnt easy.
Can’t beat a cold saw. My PA saw took a lot of abuse before i toasted the blade.
Nice work Karl!
Thanks man! This is a fun and challenging project for me
Wow! This video was a master class in fabrication, tool making, and the thought process involved in building a hot rod! Outstanding! Thank you Karl. Keep moving forward!
You’re so welcome thanks for watching!
I laughed at the laugh and self cheering at the end ! I've done the same in the release of nervous tension and satisfaction at the final fit of a big step in a project. It just shows that the kid is still alive and well in us. The coupe is looking great!
Ha ha yeah Bruce sometimes you got to just make some noise lol I’ll never grow Up I hope
That saw looks amazing! Just wanted to mention these longer videos are great. It takes me a few sittings, but I still never miss a minute of your content.
Just beautiful Karl, thanks for sharing!
You’re most welcome thanks for watching!
Love the longer videos! Amazing fabricator great content I’ve learned so much from this channel much appreciated.
Start your loving it Matt! Thanks for watching and supporting
i know i am late to the game but i watch you all the time now. you and bad chad are my go to. the chop saw is worth every penny. i don't have that exact one but i have invested in a pretty good one in my opinion and I have a blade exactly like that and yes they cut excellent. I use it more than my band saw. Appreciate your show keep teaching us and motivating us.
Morning Karl, watching you fight(deal with fitment issues) reminded me of the poor quality of some of the stuff we pay good money for. Watching you make that hood, you are one talented dude!! What I like best about your videos is how you explain what you are doing.. Great job!!
Thanks Michael I’m glad you enjoyed this video. The stuff worth doing is never easy lol
Wow, just wow! Amazing craftsmanship from a skilled artisan.
Ha ha thanks man appreciate it!
That's an amazing result
Thanks!
one of my favorite vids. very detailed and explanatory. not that I'd ever tackle this.. but I have a stronger understanding now. Puddin's Fab shop has an Evolution and he friggin LOVES it.
Orange Norton discs in the US, also sold under Carborundum carbo-fire.
I enjoy watching your videos. Great tips and helps me be motivated to work on my projects. In my shop is a 7-1/4" size Evolution saw. Really wish I had gone to the 10". Looks like you have a 12"? ALWAYS WEAR A FACE SHIELD. Not just safety glasses or goggles. And as soon as the teeth start to get dull, sharpen them before you ruin the blade.
What an awesome end result!!
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Great stuff Karl. You and Fitzee have really inspired me to break out the tools and burn some metal. It's really calming to spend the day focusing on getting lines right and doing fit up. Need a tool, make a tool lifestyle.
Absolutely! It’s like therapy
I really enjoyed your building the bead roller, and it's proven it's worth in rolling those beads perfectly. Very nice work, all of it. Thanks!
You are so talented at metal work.It shows you love doing it. Love watching your shows.
Glad you love the videos man I definitely love the work!
This is so scientific as compared to the way young (unskilled) guys did it in 1968--the only hood I ever made was done by bending the flat sheet over gas welding bottles. we just bent the hell out of it by hand, trimmed with hand shears til we got it looking good. I bet that hood is still on that car today! Same guy still owns it!
Thanks for the video. Those bead rolls look factory. I've been struggling for someone to machine some bead roller dies for my 54 belair doors and no ones seems to know how. You made it look super easy. Thanks
No problem! My friend actually 3-D prints them. It works really well out of super hard plastic. You can take a profile of your panel and he will make a die for it. His name is Preston at Lakeview fabrication in Salmon arm BC
@@MakeItKustom Awesome! Thanks for the information. You have been the only one on UA-cam who has taken the time to help find where to make or get these dies. Thank you appreciate it
Bloody magnificent work, your a true craftsman , great to watch absolute genius keep them comeing cheers 👌👍
Cheers! Thanks so much man
@@MakeItKustom NO thank you very much
Watching you work on that radiator brought back all the memories of the same issues I had with my 32 Vicky build. If they rounded the tanks like the original it would slide right in. But nope... Have to see I wish mine was as clean when done, lol, but it held coolant, ftw.
As always, concise and on point. I've never been a fan of hoods, but if you're gonna do one, do it right! Looks great and the explaining the process of the radiator/shell inconsistencies was perfect. Im sure more than a few people out there are less worried after watching this. Can't wait to see more on this roadster in the future!
Thanks man glad you enjoyed this one! It was fun to make a hood from scratch and a little nerve-wracking with the bed lol
Thanks for all the good tips, I have a tip you may already know, your cold cut blade will last twice as long using a stick wax on the blade .
Your videos are great, and you are always so positive and upbeat! Clearly a man who loves what he does 👌
Man, this video was chock full of stuff, and that bead roller is starting to look steampunk, I love it.
Hey Karl,
That hood looks GREAT!!
A testament to attention to detail, patience and forethought.
If you like how well the cold saw does straight cuts, try it on angles and miters. That's where it really shines. It doesn't deflect like an abrasive chop saw so you can get very precise cuts.
That’s great to hear and basically why I hate chop saws. I’m pretty impressed with the stool
I second on KBC Tools - long-time customer and very happy with their service!
Right!? They seem likely great people over there
“I’m a little nervous.” Dude I was more nervous than you were! Great job.
Ha ha it’s always hard when you know you can screwed up at any second lol
I love thoughts saws . They cut perfect with hardly any sparks!!!
Yeah pretty crazy actually can’t believe how cold the metal was when I picked it up
Karl you do unbelievable work thank you for taking us you journey.
Hey Carl, you really nailed that Hood. Well done.
Hood turned out nice. Thanks for the tip on the evolution saw, just ordered mine 10min ago.
Karl compliments on that hood...man you take metal panel fabrication to another level...your thought ...planning... and execution is a class above the rest...thats what i can take away from todays lesson...thank you Sir...great respect...👍👍👍
You make it look so easy! Beautiful work as always. I am learning a lot from you, and I plan on taking what I’ve learned and applying it to a 1969 firebird. Replacing rear quarters and trunk and more. Thank you so much for everything you do and the beautiful work you do!
You’re so welcome thanks for watching! We just finished the metal work on a 68 Firebird for my dad last year!
Great video. Great work. Excellent detail. The Duval windshield will look awesome. We used to put them on custom built 1930s Mahogany Gentleman's Racers they have always been the classic Lake Rod Rat rod so to speak of the Boat world. We built them all from scratch from hand drawn designs to hand drawn patterns and frames. They were built with a classic vintage look sometimes with a steam punk and or Art Deco twist. They always looked so damn sweet.
This Rod will so killer with that Duval windshield frame for sure. It's the perfect touch
Thank you the detail in how you approach the sheetmetal fab. It's a lot less scary for a newb to attack a big job, when you get the inside scoop.
Glad to hear it! That’s why I do this channel. For myself and hopefully others, it is much more understandable when I see how someone else does it and why
Just watched this video and saw the issues with the rubber band on your bead roller. I saw you flick your finger between the rubber and the wheel to put it back on course. Idea: Add a couple of guides, one on each side (to account for the direction changes) to do the same thing as your finger, guide the rubber back to the centre of the wheel. Could put them on plastic bushings and at the top so they stay out of the way, hope that makes sense. Nice work as always.
Great video. Many good ideas that I got from your job on this hotrod. I liked the tests on your brand new Evolution Saw. A great gift. You deserve. Thanks for good tips. Greetings from a Brazilian fan.
Thanks so much man I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’m pretty stoked on that saw actually it’s kind of crazy how well it cuts!
7:17 just a fyi when grinding aluminum,take a bar of ivory soap and run your wheel in it then grind on the aluminum area. It does a cool finish on it.
Karl, just another wonderful project with the perfect amount of detail for us hot rod loving cats.
Takes a death wheel to a brand new part without any hesitation. Definition of confidence.
Ha ha it needs to be cut it needs to be cut!
this was awesome!
outstanding talent, nothing more to say.
Thanks Terry cheers!
As usual, brilliant artwork in metal...thanks for sharing your ideas, skills and techniques!
That’s seriously impressive and very, very watchable Karl. Thank you.
You’re very welcome thanks for watching!
Really enjoyed watching this one so much I watched it twice! Well done man. The hood fits perfect! Also like the fence idea for the roller, might be taking some notes!
Thanks a lot Jordan!
Thank you for the time you spend showing us your talented work 😙
Nice work! Really enjoy watching your fabrication, the machines you make and the tooling you make for your machines.
Awesome job!! Those beads were perfect and finish the panel nicely.
I’m sure the beads will add strength and help the hood keep its shape.
Keep up the fantastic work!
You sir are a true artist !
Thanks man!
Thank you for this one definitely showed great points and tricks without being boring.