Fixing a Butchered Top Chop. Part 2: Fitting The Rear Roof Panel. 1953 Chevy Radical Custom.
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- This is part 2 of the 1953 Chevy Chicken Truck Top Chop. In this episode I will be attempting to modify the rear of the roof to fit properly.
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If it looks like factory, clean and simple it took three times as long as my neighbor used to say. Looks Awesome Kyle!
Wise words from your neighbor, I'll have to remember that! Thanks Stephen!
Don't cut yourself short.your skills are next level amazing.
Just cut the cab short!😆
Most self-deprecating man on UA-cam, roll with it 👍
@@amcpacer2256 He knows how good he is, all part of the show . . . we wish we were as good
I have no idea why I like Canadian bild a car shows but I also enjoy Halfass Customs. Probably the lack of commercials. Very different approaches. Halfass is sort of just that - lots of emphasis on design and problem solving, not much on quality metal finishing. Your channel - lots of emphasis on high quality metal and body work. He has dogs, you have cats. Good thing is that you both build to suit yourself. Keep doing what you do so well.
Such a thorough chop process. Actually removing inner & outer structures to do it right. Though more time-consuming, in the long run, less screwing around with misalignment of panels. Unlike all the "hot rod TV", shows wacking & stacking welds to fit it in the time allotted. All brought to you by dupont, ppg, vicks dayquil, & nyquil products & any number of pharmaceutical sponsors
Haha dang I was hoping to sell out and get some pharmaceutical sponsors for the next video!
@@CarterAutoRestyling better hurry. I have a feeling they’ll need that money for bail in January 2025
I'd love try this... have a vision of welding my fingers to the frame and yelling and screaming alot. Might make for entertaining video.
Excellent Kyle , if ever I was to do a roof chop I would refer to your last few video's. The series has been exceptional. Wishing you a happy New year. ❤
Glad to see that you fixed the problems by fixing the problems as apposed to covering up the problems and hiding them. It is looking like it was meant to be. Well done, Cheers
This is a pretty amazing series, Kyle! Quit selling yourself short (But stay humble), and CONGRATS on the recent shoutout from HALFASS KUSTOMS! I Hope that it brings some subscribers in….. this depth of workmanship should be witnessed (there really is a lot of learning disguised as ass hattery)
Keep’em coming, that Chicken Truck won’t finish itself!
A shout out from Brent is a badge of honor... All I evet get from anybody is a SHOUT AT!😲
Waiting to hear one from Tony @ fitzee’s fab, now.
I know Kyle’s mentioned him before…….
That’d be a trifecta of metal shaping all in one shop!
@@glennnickerson8438
Nice work. Kyle !
Looking forward to seeing further developments on this project .
PS . Your work coat is starting to have a Victorian era plumage to it.
The amount of forethought and work you're putting into getting the lines on this cab just right is the reason this channel is Carter Auto Restyling and not Carter Auto Mindless Hackery. So many builds sound good on paper but end up a disjointed pile of parts in reality. Getting everything to flow together and look right as a whole is the real artform!
Thank you Tom!
Kyle, you totally sell yourself short on skill and talent level... you are an extremely talented fabricator / bodyman. I'm so glad I found this channel. Impressive for sure!
Again, your choice of music is very good. When I come back in my next life, I want to be a metal fabricator. I'm not into chopping tops, but this project is fascinating. Great job.
This video was a great inspiration ... I do have a lot more respect for your work now that you have clecos ... lookin good ... anticipating the next video ...
Very nice thought process into making something that looks like it belongs that way. I have watched all videos of this build and you sure do make problems disappear. Nice work, Glad to see that Brent from Halfass Customs recognize your talents He is a Great master builder, But you are up on same level of doing work to a proud of when job completed. A++++ videos
I have watched every one of your videos and am extremely impressed with your work. Can't wait for the next one. I'm gathering as much information as I can for my own chop of a 31 ford 2 door sedan.
Thanks Kyle for another excellent video with nice music, the roof is coming together great. 👍
Really digging this build. I dig both channels even though they are from different perspectives. I think that Brent must sub-consciously have an innate need to build as many cars as is possible by a human (x 2). He must need to get the build ideas out of his head before they get lost, where as your channel employs more finesse and you've thought things through more and demand more accuracy. I am impressed with your understanding of metal shaping and how you use your smoke and mirrors to bring back panels that look like crinkled alfoil.
Agree completely !! That's exactly how I see the two and very nicely stated !!!
One of the best chops I have seen on a 47 thru 55 Chevy GMC! You have skills!
Wow, thanks!
What a great way to spend a snowing Saturday. Later CWM. Outstanding Cheers ❤☃️🇺🇸👍✌️
That look awesome! It's really fun watching you stitch this thing together
If you ever write a book about your adventures in the wilds of Saskatchewan, I think a good title would be "Valley of shame and mountain of sorrow" I can't wait to see this project completed... (I've made arrangements for my great grandson to give you an "at a boy" in the comment section.) Cheers from the shed
Scott at CWM can write the forward...
With side notes by Dean and illustrations by Allan, Poe and Frankers.
@@Joe.Doucette Hey Joe!😎
Hi Glenn. I never saw your roof fly by yet..
@@Joe.Doucette Thanks for looking. First storm of the season coming tonite, willing to share with our friends up north, enjoy!
Looking good thanks for the trigonometry lesson LOL just when I thought I was done going to classes 😊 Great job. p.s nice patina inside the garage
I see what you are doing here it's like a reverse puzzle. You start with a whole object and cut it into pieces...lol
Yeah that's about the size of it haha
Just got back from watching this episode on the big screen TV! Man oh man, huge difference, and the roof looks so smooth at this point it’s really coming together nicely, due to your attention to detail! Thank you for sharing and documenting this process Kyle .
For sure !!! When he shows those side profiles, the top shapes sure look consistent and smooth !!! I would be so happy !! The really tough part is once he does the final welding and the metal does it's thing. That planishing, shrinking, and shaping process is so slow and tedious and requires SO MUCH understanding of what the metal wants/needs.
Brent is the reason I found your channel. Lots of fun watching you work.
I’m confident that you will indeed navigate through the valley of shame, over the mountains of despair and across the plain of darkness and find yourself in the land of the light 😅
No no no land of light for Kyle, one has to keep the artist suffering, it is the only motivation he responds to!.
Most of the chops I've ever seen end at about this stage and sit tacked together at funky angles in the driveway collecting tears. That is until some Craigslist hacksall comes along who has a large enough stockpile of yard sale bondo to sculpt the valley of shame into a mountain of flip it sorrow for the next sucker.
I appreciate that you are going through the steps of explaining how this type of project takes a lot more than a sawzall and a few beers.
Your comment INSTANTLY reminds me of a old friend who attempted to do a chop on a 49 Merc. All "gas" welded !! It had all of those "mountain" shapes that Kyle referred to and sat in his back yard until he sold it to someone who was going to finish it. Man, WAS IT UGLY !!! Don't know where/how it ended up !! ;o)
Hey Kyle, looking good! Watching you work and appreciating your skills makes me want to respect you or hate you. I choose hate because I'm a vindictive hack! Just kidding 😅 I'm learning a ton which helps me lessen my awful mistakes creating more work for myself! Thanks!
Geez that’s a lot of work, your attention to detail is amazing. It’s cool watching your build, and Brent at Halfass with his version coming together at the same time.
Oh hey by the way Kyle, one of my other favourites to watch and have learned a few cool tips from, is Rat Rods for Africa. Diff is totally old school “use what you got” kinda builder. If you haven’t seen him, check him out. He’s very laid back, very knowledgeable, and puts out some really good content. Plus he hates his government too so it’s nice to know he’s not another sheeple.... if you know what I mean
I will know exactly when its done, not a second sooner.... great stuff Kyle
Mountains of sorrow and valleys of shame Kyle those words will stay fused in my brain. I have scaled mountains of shame and plummeted into valleys of sorrow. I’m very much enjoying this chicken truck endeavor.
Snatching victory out of the jaws of defeat!
Kyle, to my untutored eye you appear to have some promise as a cabsmith. I give it 8 and 3/4 out of 9! I'll let you know what my tutored eye thinks when it's back from the cleaners.
When I see all the smaller and bigger problems involved in your build I am happy that I never started cutting the roof of my Borgward Isabella 2d sedan. This would have been even harder as this car was a unibody vehicle. I thought so much about it and tried to solve most problems in my head. But as I see here, there are many more problems that you run into while being in action. And being a much lousier body and welding guy than you, I would have destroyed the car.
Well as my grandpa used to say "nothing worth while ever comes easy ". Looking good!
Love the progress can't wait for the next video
Nice work Kyle pls keep at it it is looking Kool!!!!!
This will be great when you have it finished.
Betwixt the valley of shame and mountain of sorrow, is the subscribers of happiness. Great work.
I think the key take aways so far are doing the doors first, making the roof template before cutting it and then doing the inner roof structure over the doors. You have a good balance of getting it done and planning. I like the idea of keeping the original proportions and also welding the inner structure on the A pillars.
Yes others would of done the roof and bodged the doors to fit.
Amazing skills a real pleasure to watch your problem solving.
Takes time to make art from nothing. Great cat video.
If you ever need a resume to showcase your abilities and talents, this video series will do the trick. 👍
Impressive, Do it right the first time is always better but not the fastest....
Can't wait for the next step....
I am learning something every video. Thank you....
P.S
We wish we had your skills....
I´m impressed how you sort out problems and your eye for solutions! Not many who have your skills, beutiful too watch.
Valley of shame or mountain of sorrow... The story of my life.
Fantastic work, as usual, Kyle.
Yes, Brent is a monster when it comes to turning out vehicles. I wish I had his energy.
But you are more into the precision, which takes more time.
Both good watchin'. :)
Thanks Joe! If I had the choice, I'd trade my precision for speed and energy.
You do really good work. So much so you make it look easy. Brent is a great guy.
It's looking awesome Kyle! Think about it 3 times, measure 4 times and cut once. That's how it works out best!
When you lifted the rear roof section off it made me think it would look great as an open car with a lift off roof. You're now an elite auto customizer when you use Cleco fasteners. I may be 40 years your senior and enjoy learning from watching your videos. Happy 2024. Don't forget to include your cat cameo cuts.
Perfect thing to come back into after clearing this mornings snowfall. Keep up the great content.
Roof rear corners sure are a lot of work. I like that your putting the 1/4 lights back in but chopping them down to match, gives it that factory stock look ...with a chop! Cooool
cant wait to see more of your adventure with the chicken truck. Looking great
Mr. Carter.... I see that you have a new attire. Very nice.... On a more on topic note.... You are doing a great job on this roof project... To be honest it's way above my abilities.... great job.... you definably do your homework...
Awesome Cuts and Welds Man.
Clecos are the way, I discovered them back in the early eighties in the Navy working on Aircraft. They also make some pretty cool clamps too.
You’re the smart ass that always finished the geometry test first and received the highest score. I knew that I recognized you from somewhere. Damn! 😁👍
Haha I was a total failure at math and geometry! It's all precision guess work!
F,,k,in roof-stealing pirates, huh,, 🤬😅
Thank you kindly for sharing Kyle,, ❣🙏❣
( What are those copper-colored things, that you use to hold the roof profile among other pieces in place with. Clee cole,, klee kol??? 🤔)
I think they are spelled cleco. I bought them off amazon
@@CarterAutoRestyling Ok. Thanks Kyle,,💖
I think your on the right track just making a whole new one piece to weld in.
That's what that one guy on UA-cam does, but his shop is "high end" he said exactly what you said when it becomes to many pieces to weld in might as well make one whole new piece of sheet metal. This young guy has many year's of training of what he does. I'll have to look him why up and post it so y'all can see who I'm talking about.
Why make the filter pieces from scratch when you can hack them out of the yard art orginal chicken truck? The old 5 window to 3 window conversion.
Somebody actually bought that old cab. The roof was paper thin so it wouldn't have been any help
Your skills leave me at a loss for words, yet I feel compelled to leave a comment each and every episode. We all know when this is done, that roof will not require a drop of filler. I’m really enjoying the project, Thank you.
Permítame decirle que usted es un verdadero maestro artesano, mis mas sinceras felicitaciones.
If you take requests for music, i request Andres Segovia. Great work. Because of your channel I have missed covid issues, my two birthdays and a child was born, but i don't regret anything. hahaha I did get to see many police chases in LA and became aware the millions of lllegal aliens that came into the US. I have also found out how white i am and racist and homophobic..
Liking your humor, can't wait to see what you do next, cheers from Australia.
Kyle great job and great videos you are a master at this I can see your thoughts on doing this
I think since you are modifying it so much I would leave the vent windows out and make it like a modern vehicle. I'm thinking with all the other restyling you have planned it would give it a more streamlined look, to where the vent windows would break it up too much. Great skills and work you are doing, like your music selection also, it goes great with your mindset. Thanks for taking the time and sharing!
That's kind of a "genius", yet so logical, idea. Lots of folks doing these trucks, even un-chopped, use the 48 doors or convert to "vent-less" for the sake of aesthetics !!! It does make it look quite a bit "less cluttered" !!
No it needs the vent windows, those details really show the skill level and time put into the build.
Thanks for watching! I was originally going to do 1 piece side glass, but I'm trying to keep everything period correct to the early-mid 1950s, when vent windows were considered "modern"
That's really looking good Kyle. Also, we love the music you pick.
Good work. I commented to Brent of what you were doing and he acknowledged you and your channel, you deserve some credit
Loving this project! Thank you as always.
As a Canadian, I enjoy the sarcasm, and the fabrication
Found this channel from CWM
I did a roof chop once, decades ago. On a minty '49 Mercury Coupe. Also frenched in some '59 Caddy tailights while I was at it and even blended the body line in through the doors. Didn't measure things so well and was not happy with the roof chop and became discouraged. Realized I had effed up a perfect body and in disgust stuffed it back in the cardboard box that said AMT on it. Still sits there to this day...
Haha I've got a few of those Mercs sitting in the Amt boxes myself! The metal on those was a nightmare to weld!
Nice work Kyle. If it was easy, everybody would be doing it.
Amazing work.
I don't care what they say Kyle. You are the man. You create the perfect storm and then the sun comes out and it all comes together.
Very informative content, looking forward to the next episode.
👍🏻 Excellent job!!! It’s nice seeing one be professional about their work. There’s a UA-camr that doesn’t even measure when he chops a roof and just takes the easy way out
I love your technique... funny but really good work.
Subtle low compound crowns over a large area. I am seeing A LOT of hammer/dolly/planishing in your future.
Patience, the finished product will be worth it even if you decide to set it aside for a bit to recuperate.
I don't remember seeing bracing before - but given all the work on getting such a nice shape on that roof - will you be adding bracing inside?
I'll just be re installing the original inner structure. Once the roof is welded and hammered back into shape it will have the same strength as original. There will be no need for extra bracing or supports.
For someone who doesn't know what he is doing, damn nice work!!!!!🏁🏁🏁🏁
Remembering the fad of "custom this and that shows".... can't compare with a talented guy working in his garage, keeping it real.
Well done, lad, well done.
You have my respect it looks better than some sliced hack job you see on other trucks thanks 😊
Excellent work kile cheers from the UK 🇬🇧
You have a great channel work at your own pace You are amazing with sheetmetal
Just Wow...I consider myself a reasonable panel beater but your skills are just awesome. It is a joy to watch you work. That truck is going to look fab
Wait! They sold you clecos without face tattoos?!?😂😂
The roof profile looks really good!!!
I KNOW it's your truck/project and I'm going to simply throw my opinion on here about the rear window...
I wouldn't slant the sides personally. I like the vertical lines because (in my eyes) it enhances the B pillar 'bulk'.
I like Clecos and bought some this past summer. Wish I would have years ago.
Keep up the fantastic work and I'm looking forward to the next episode.
As I walk through the valley of shame I shall fear no bondo.
Thanks again for another great video Kyle!
Like everything in life, we keep learning and growing until we leave this world right?
I'm chopping and channeling (6") a 33 chevy 4 window (Tudor). These are easier than most other cars thankfully. It's my first chop job. Taking only 2" off was easy but knowing me, I had to make it difficult because I decided to angle the rear window section forward a lot...throwing a bunch of monkey wrenches in the deal but it's going to really make a cool difference in the look. Working with 90-year-old rusty metal has been a huge learning curve geese. I'm having to weld (touch-up) both sides of the metal because the metal has deep rust in a lot of places throughout the body and many places are very thin and have to do patches. I'm also thinking of angling the front windshield back 2-3" and am beginning to try and figure out the easiest/right way to do it so it looks natural but might have to just keep it a "wish I had done that" haha. Yes I watch Brent's Halfasskustoms and have for many years. Found your channel and have watched and look forward to all your new videos. You have a great talent/skill...your skill and patience is a huge win for you. Without patience skill becomes void. peace to you and your cats!
Great video!
Your metal working skills are top shelf!
"Angulating" is the word you were looking for.
Hey Kyle, I know you’ve already thought everything through but sure hope you’re contemplating a custom dash. If it’s worth doing it’s worth doing all the way! Can’t wait to see your thoughts on a full, custom! Thanks you sir for your efforts. Enjoying at least twice!😂
Don'n overthink and plan to much, like Mike Tyson famously said, "Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face”. Just cut and see what happens!
Great work you are doing!
If you went any faster, and didn’t explain what your thought process was, I’d be as lost as a ball in high weeds. And to quote another Bluegrass son “Don’t you worry bout the mule, you just load the wagon.” That makes sense…doesn’t it…maybe.
Good video mate. Coming along nicely. I like your approach, it is going to be a nice chop.
Kyle, whether you know it or think otherwise, I declare you a perfectionist and you are very good at it. Spent several years at a Ford dealership as a parts manager. I watched the struggles/arguments between a shop foreman who rebuilt wrecks on the side and a perfectionist of a body man. They did not work well together but both were very good at their jobs. Great video Kyle. I had a 52 2dr, hardtop Deluxe I hopped up I always thought that front end melded to some sort of el camino box would be a stunner. Consider it your next custom build. Take care good sir.
Love your channel. Thanks for taking the time to teach us scrubs. But I do have 2 issues, I wish my wife was into you, (your channel) and I wish you were my next door neighbor.😄👊
They say you learn something new everyday- today I learned chopping a top the right way is a tedious time consuming labor of love. I like it.
I can't believe how you were able to dissect that roof!!! Simply amazing, no, complexly amazing!
Wonder if you’re familiar with the music of Julian Bream and John Williams? They’re fantastic for hammering, shaping, planashing, anything you need.
Who got a new coat for Christmas? Very flash.
Amazing work. No apologies needed. Don't know anyone who do any better. Learn a lot always from your video's. Thank you.