E30 325i Sport Restoration | Chassis Repair & New Panels

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In this episode of Restore It, I'm going to talk about where I've been and what I've been doing behind the scenes whilst I strip the passenger side quarter panel, I removed from the doner e30 325i sport. I also start work on the second inner sill panel.
#BMW #restoration #E30
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Timestamps:
00:00 - intro
00:24 - Update on the e30
03:33 - Stripping down the quarter panel
03:50 - Where have I been?
07:50 - Shot blasting the quarter panel
09:25 - Painting the new quarter panel
10:11 - The panel situation so far
11:24 - Finishing off the driver's side inner sill
11:43 - Starting the passenger side inner sill repair
11:56 - Removing the under-seal
12:37 - Looking at the damage
12:49 - Making the new piece
13:19 - Cutting out the bad metal
15:48 - Preparing the panels behind
16:50 - Welding in the new piece
19:11 - Grinding down the welds
19:58 - Painting the bare metal
20:15 - Outro & Thanks
If you have any questions about the restoration, the tools I'm using, or anything else, just ask me in the comments. I read them all and try to reply as soon as possible.
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@DrMJJr Жыл бұрын

No SuperThanks?! I’m really excited to hear about the plans for progress next month. I also think upgrading to new commercial equipment is an EXCELLENT INVESTMENT even if you have to go into debt to do so. The price you pay in terms of your time, versus the higher cost of commercial equipment, is something I think is well worth it. Hang in there and trust that we’ll be here to help out!! I suggest reminding viewers of your Patreon and add SuperThanks here on KZfaq!!

@USM247 Жыл бұрын

The one thing I admire most about you is your steadfast honesty. Your explanations and plans for your future tells me you've put a lot of effort into not only improving yourself but also your techniques and equipment to enhance your quality of workmanship. I, personally, have never doubted your ethic. Each of us gradually improves our "qualities" if we are truly interested in the final "product", no matter what it is. Take care of yourself. I look forward to seeing what you accomplish..

@Fergie6366 Жыл бұрын

Good to see you back. I recently had a miss hap in my home garage. I lost to Snap-on 54" box'es to a fire and thought it would make a great restore it video for you, but i feel they are to far gone even for you magical skills. But great to have you here on the screen

@irishwristwatch2487 Жыл бұрын

Damn man that sucks. Im sorry to hear that, hope you didnt lose too much mate

@Fergie6366 Жыл бұрын

@@irishwristwatch2487 about 50,000 but thanks, it could have been worse, at the end of the day everything can be replaced.

@wolf1438 Жыл бұрын

I hope you will make a workshop tour with all new tools installed. Maybe a chance for few tools sponsorships?

@mrpoki9 Жыл бұрын

The hype of the repairathon is off the roof!

@michaelskinner896 Жыл бұрын

Huge update and worth the wait! As a patron, I'm appreciative of that, but moreover, very excited about your plans for the coming year. You deserve the best equipment to help you be more efficient, and spend less time putting out fires using old, worn-out tools. I figured you were busy but didn't realize how much. Can't wait for the next episode!

@ottaviomazzola6710 Жыл бұрын

this is the perfect time to stick some good sound/heat insulation all over those panels

@Sennator30 Жыл бұрын

So stoked to see you back doing detailed body repair! And your technique has come so far! Love it as always.

@paulmcginley6514 Жыл бұрын

when ever i think ive gone too far repairing my E30 touring, i remember you are building one from scratch so anything is possible! keep at it, I'd be lost without your videos!

@zyps1 Жыл бұрын

Glad to have you back, dearly missed you on my weekly routine!

@AMG63 Жыл бұрын

Dry Ice blasting is surely on the horizon 😀

@RIS533 Жыл бұрын

Great to see you back, looking forward to what’s coming up 😎

@kimkimkim2634 Жыл бұрын

Finally some cool beemer content! I've been following since you started, you have come a long way! Thank you for all your videos. Greetings from France.

@mariosnikolaou5212 Жыл бұрын

Really happy that you will give us content once again.

@tvdel Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Thanks for keeping us posted Its much appreciated

@user-gb8zb3mu6x Жыл бұрын

I understand that the video was uploaded more than three months ago... before welding the quarters, try on the trunk lid along the gaps. I'm sure you're not stupid and you know yourself that it needs to be done. I am impressed with your work! I'm proud of you and what you do!

@tinman7551 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible update. It’s going to be a whole new channel, so much new equipment. I really can’t wait 😂🎉❤ keep up the amazing work

@kdoran709 Жыл бұрын

Omg you mentioned Fitzee’s Fabrication! He lives right here in my province of Newfoundland Canada! As a long time subscriber hearing that got me really excited haha.

@Uglier. Жыл бұрын

It’s almost like this is what I subbed for

@Mistergreg Жыл бұрын

Your welding has come so far! Great work.

@josiptadic8301 Жыл бұрын

Great job on welding! Really nice; keep us going!

@Craig_Stewart Жыл бұрын

Great to see you on with the E30. looking forward to this build. it's been a long time. 👍

@talalsweiss Жыл бұрын

e30 content is always worth the wait

@TheNorthernmunky Жыл бұрын

Great to see you back

@Wolfiejohn Жыл бұрын

thank u and im so happy ur back on this car i lov it and ur very good at what u do my dad was a welder and he would be amazed by what a young man like u can do cant wait for more good job buddy

@bobjoncas2814 Жыл бұрын

LOOKS LIKE IT'S GONNA BE A GOODER ONE.KEEP SAFE AND WELL

@GlebSoldatkin Жыл бұрын

Great welding bro. So nice to see how you improved in this

@chriholt Жыл бұрын

Wow, you're getting to the big time! I'm glad you have the resources to move up to professional level power, tools, etc. You have come so far!

@joeygaming2987 Жыл бұрын

I can’t wait for more videos love these type of videos

@jedgreco Жыл бұрын

The best rebuilder out there 🤩

@irishwristwatch2487 Жыл бұрын

Man I cant believe we've gone from the compressor and the trolley jack to here. Absolute grafter, good to see you back mate

@70mmbobbyj Жыл бұрын

Great work, looking forward to the new content

@PeakPerformanceReviews Жыл бұрын

New to watching the channel, great vid guys looking forward to seeing more 🙌

@oldskool1979 Жыл бұрын

Restoring cars is so costly nowadays....all the respect to those who do it !

@arnhemseptember2009 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward!!

@54mgtf22 Жыл бұрын

Love your work 👍

@broomad Жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the next one 👍

@Geraldbuer Жыл бұрын

Was eine gigantische Arbeit !

@GstarCurtis Жыл бұрын

Give Migatronic and ESAB a look for your new welder, they are really good. Even a used Migatronic 183 or 223 is amazing, we still use them to this day at our bodyshop.

@nealnaz Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed hearing you thanking Tony of Fitzee's Fabrications (which made me smile). That's great! You do great work and make awesome content. Try to watch a few episodes of the technique used by Kyle on his KZfaq channel, 'Carter Auto Restyling'. He has what looks to be an improved way of butt welding which I plan on trying soon. IMO, he is a magician when it comes to the sheet metal repair. He is usually restoring rusted parts with patches and is amazing. Definitely think you will appreciate his work. Be warned that he has a unique and very dry/sarcastic sense of humor - delivered deadpan and straight-faced, but I think you will thank me if you can get passed the delivery, and when you see and learn any one of the welding and/or repair techniques he shares.

@cl500amg2 Жыл бұрын

Nice welds mate you've gotten waaaay better 😎

@trader4239 Жыл бұрын

Very nice keep going!

@wsshead Жыл бұрын

Congrats on upgrading your tooling and equipment. Looking forward to next video. I'm curious to see what you take the undercoating off with.

@Chief81 Жыл бұрын

Look forward to seeing this old Beamer when it’s complete in 2026 👍

@SwedesGarage Жыл бұрын

I used those wire wheels that you attached to a die grinder with excellent success. The ones with a bunch of wires twisted together to make it stronger and corser. It removed my under coating in no time.

@pascaljeske7307 Жыл бұрын

Nice Job Love it very can't wait on more for a new welder Look a Stahlwerk say have very nice and great Tools ❤️👍

@zachogdahl210 Жыл бұрын

The people saying that the project is secretly finished have never had a project car before lmao. My e30 is still on jackstands after 3 years because i was struggling with weld repairs and wanted to improve my skills first before coming back to it. Then life gets in the way and suddenly its 3 years later lmao

@pavementpariah7342 Жыл бұрын

When you were welding in that patch and you mentioned how you should have lowered the right side of it more, if you pay attention to that spot a little earlier in the clip it's sitting exactly where you wanted it to be. Once you put the first tac along that long edge the material pulled upwards. Just a tip, whenever you're welding anything together, once you get it positioned exactly where you want it to be, your first couple tacs should be put in places specifically to keep the piece from moving. The corners left and right would have been the first place I tac-ed then the top corners of the square piece. Other than that looks great. Keep up the good work man. 👍

@shawnray_viewer Жыл бұрын

Does your welding machine have no settings for welding thin metal? If you correctly set up the welding machine, then you will not need to dot welding. However, I am interested in following the restoration of this E30. Good luck!

@mrc7478 Жыл бұрын

I like this very much

@stephencrozier396 Жыл бұрын

Almost gave up hope lol. Big plans ahead, happy days!

@sambos69 Жыл бұрын

look at how far your welds have come!

@Star69ca Жыл бұрын

20:19 on the new patch it was not necessary to cut the lower edge - to make it lower than necessary. First, it was necessary to weld the patch, draw an even neat line and cut it flush with the sill. 20:19 на новій латці не потрібно було обрізати нижній край - зробити його нижче, ніж потрібно. Спочатку потрібно було приварити латку, провести рівну акуратну лінію і обрізати її врівень з порогом.

@1993graywolf Жыл бұрын

Hey, I may be way off, but at an old job I worked for, we had a screw compressor installed and had lots of issues. It didn’t get used enough and would constantly get water in the oil, even with a dryer. My boss was really frustrated with the company that convinced him to buy the unit and wished he had gotten a piston compressor instead. I guess, I would suggest talking with the compressor company about your daily usage to determine if it’s a good call. Im just trying to be friendly here, so if I’m wrong, that’s ok.

@freedomwriter1995 Жыл бұрын

I really wish he'd restore some other things. Like antique tools and appliances like he used to.

@stil3n1 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the creativity and skill it takes to restore cars like this and that is one of my main reason why I enjoy watching his content. However, everyone has different tastes when it comes to content. It's great that he used to restore antique tools and appliances, and maybe others would like to see more of that. Ultimately, we all have our own preferences.

@evanhooper1 Жыл бұрын

Strange. I've always watched him because I love BMWs

@exal333 Жыл бұрын

Hi, to answer your question, I think you're gonna be using dry ice to remove that undercoating, in my opinion that is the easiest way to do it, since its just - attach then hammer away, hope i'm right!

@GstarCurtis Жыл бұрын

Pro tip, for welding tack every 3-5 cm, grind them down, before step welding. This will ensure the panel doesnt fight you constantly. Also having to cut the gap, to make it wider is not uncommon so dont feel bad about it.

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Great advice. Thank you, Simon. I'm just finishing the next episode, so you won't see me do this until the one after. Cheers!

@GstarCurtis Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreIt no worries, just wanted to share the info. Also if you get an air grinder, they are basically the same as the Dremel but for air, you can get some "thick" and somewhat thin cutting/grinding discs for grinding welds. Makes wonder, even for spot welds, to release a panel.

@stevenhunter5799 Жыл бұрын

Nice! I've been using a Universal Tool for removing the undersea and interior sound proofing Much better and faster than any other wire wheel option. Just don't press too hard as the wires bend. Let it do its thing It's an airtool, and also comes with the paint/rust removing (double) wheels, a bit like the material you were using to remove the paint. Check out 3M Cubitron 2 sanding discs on the Roloc system for grinding your welds using air angle grinder. Much more forgiving than a normal grinder and really quick. I often use a bigger size disc that the Roloc size so it has a little give on it. Cromwell stock them. Maybe need to space your welds a little more as still a lot of heat in such a small area. I've been learning over the same period as you so I'm no expert, just enjoying the learning and experience! 🙂 Very envious of your workshop!! Thanks for your channel!

@666Corpselord Жыл бұрын

Lightweld style laser welding machines would probably be way more up your alley than mig or tig welders. Redline makes a clamshell style pressure pot blasting cabinet that's a whole lot faster than standard sandblasting cabinets too. It's commercial grade and only around 2500 bucks from what I remember but that might work for you

@M1LAD81 Жыл бұрын

No need for tablets, E30 content does the job. I reckon you're gonna use dry ice blasting, Steve.

@jesperbachhansson Жыл бұрын

Nice..

@PTTM2006 Жыл бұрын

Yiay , new upload. Oven cleaner for the coating removal ?

@makeman2796 Жыл бұрын

great job man, but in the future on larger panels you shoulnt weld so mutch at once and at the sam place, fitzee does it by doing a weld every 2 inch and cools it with air than puts 1 weld next to every weld and cools it again to minimise heat and so the part doesent go all out of shape, and if you put a lot of heat in to it the weld area wil go in on it self and you have to go behind with hamer and dolly or just fill it with filler. so watch out for more important. but all in all you did an awsom job and i cant wait to see the next video oh and sory for my bad english :)

@chrisst8922 Жыл бұрын

A little weekend work.

@Bredmirror Жыл бұрын

What headphones are you using? How good they are at blocking out noise during your work?

@nordicphyromaniac Жыл бұрын

Will you be using goo gone to get rid of the undercoating?

@jopajopa7292 Жыл бұрын

It is unbelievable what you are your doing there!! I‘m right now have one project C124 1993 I‘m right now doing welding! Can you help me and tell me what is the best thing to prepare bare metal for paint? Epoxy or something else? I wann to do this job properly that‘s why I‘m asking .

@Eqwatherto Жыл бұрын

Hey man what’s the brand of weld thru primer you use

@zal_models Жыл бұрын

is it easy to weld? your welding has improved!

@demonico123456789 Ай бұрын

What weld trough primer are you using?

@IUMadBroI Жыл бұрын

Dry ice to remove under seal?

@juanignaciocaino Жыл бұрын

you'll use dry ice to remove the undercoating?

@SWATovac Жыл бұрын

First like, then watch.

@aaronslagman4211 Жыл бұрын

what is the brand of weld through primer are you using?

@aaronslagman4211 Жыл бұрын

Novols?

@1995crelle Жыл бұрын

Hi. I would take a look at IMS CARPRO welders. I'm a body guy at Volkswagen and we use IMS CARPRO welders and i must say they are the best welders i've ever used. They are so good I ever bought one for my home garage. They are also not incredibly expensive, but I'm not sure if there is a UK importer, but if there is buy one. Best regards Christian from Denmark

@1995crelle Жыл бұрын

I forgot that it's GYS who makes the IMS welders so maybe it's easier to search that on google. Sidenote I'm also in the middel of restoring a BMW, mine is not an E30 but a 700 LS LUXUS from 1963 :)

@RichardHeadGaming Жыл бұрын

It did not need to be moved down on the right, one weld shrank and pulled it up, could have heated that weld or hammered it.

@krzychu3 Жыл бұрын

1:00 Lasers? 😁

@vojtahavelka Жыл бұрын

You will be using dry ice?

@sharifsircar Жыл бұрын

dry ice?

@kaleb.arnold Жыл бұрын

Probably going to use dry ice blasting

@Ben-in6qh Жыл бұрын

Hey mate where abouts are you in the country? I have a large unit with two post ect if any good to you, I also have two pots of cerakote that I never got round to using that you are welcome to have

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Hello Ben, very kind of you. I'm in Suffolk. Email me at restoreitchannel@gmail.com when you can, thanks

@mattiel9156 Жыл бұрын

You dont have to make the surface shiny…its better if its rough for the primer to adhere properly @9:00

@RestoreIt Жыл бұрын

Hey Mattie, I've read the data sheet for this primer and spoken with a sales rep. It specifically requests that the metal be shiny, cheers

@krzysztofsowa9642 Жыл бұрын

Good jop

@vmoutsop Жыл бұрын

dry ice blasting is my guess

@npoctokamo1 Жыл бұрын

Have some gloves on when you’re spraying mate 😊

@dkbiketrialchannel Жыл бұрын

Im guessing dry-ICE blasting

@iteerrex8166 Жыл бұрын

Do be very careful of all dust, smoke and chemicals.

@jeromelancon5323 Жыл бұрын

Bet you're going to use dry ice or liquid nitrogen to remove that underseal

@paulmcgair5796 Жыл бұрын

Dry ice by any chance

@DashDrones Жыл бұрын

It was perfect, then the mistake happened at 17:24 😢

@re-fix9678 Жыл бұрын

😘😘👍👍

@DaDonMega Жыл бұрын

Is that your 1M!? Is it a legit one?

@ssenssel Жыл бұрын

There are really people suggesting that the project is "secretly finished"?! Man conspiracy theorist are everywhere!

@darius2640 Жыл бұрын

oh hello. havent heard from you in ages

@twinturbo1989 Жыл бұрын

Acid.

@jacquesgouws Жыл бұрын

First

@DanisL Жыл бұрын

Hey! Why do you use "raw" metal, it differs in all characteristics from the factory metal. If you are doing a Restoration, then you must use the same metal, from any model but BMW. And so it looks like just a quick repair, for resale. Good luck in everything! I recommend the channel of one pro VLADIMIR SAAKOV LIVE, he shows and tells all the nuances of the restoration.

@BEZ_KYPUR Жыл бұрын

Ура, ты выпустил видел, мы все соскучилсь, совсем не чего смотрю на Ютубе

@mrkonrady22 Жыл бұрын

When it comes to welders, please don't buy overpriced american brands. And some european too. There are multiple incredible quality machines from independed companies around UK and Europe you can choose from and they will perform the same if not better. Maybe even look into center european makers, their stuff is industrial grade for a fraction of a price. 👌🏻