Thank you for all your content -- I know this video is almost 2 years old but it's so helpful for me to learn from you and utilize the techniques and thought process when approaching my own work. You're a true artist. Many thanks from a younger generation!

Fitzee, the more that I watch your videos, the more faith I find within myself to accomplish my restoration task at hand. My 67 Mustang Fastback is riddled with rust; you've given me the info and the inspiration that I needed to get with the program. I'm almost 70 now and a retired automotive and engine mechanic by trade. I'm a good welder and have the skills for that, welding sheet-metal doesn't scare me, but I'm not a body man. I don't have tons of money for all kinds of special metalworking tools, but I have the time and the tools that you use. I can't say thank-you enough for sharing with me the expertise that you possess. This is definitely one of the best instructional channels on KZfaq. Thanks again.

Biggest lesson for me in this video is to take your time! Thanks for another great video.

i have been watching your videos for a while now, and as a panel beater myself for more than 38 years.,..i can say that you are a very good professional!..congrats!

The content Fitzee continues to put out is more valuable than most any other channels I know of... the what, how and why explanations then the step by step is invaluable to us shade-tree garage guys... thanks Fitz

You've taken a seemingly overwhelming job, broken it into sections and thought us how to rebuild it to last. Thank you for your efforts.

Fitzee says "never get overwhelmed". . . That might be most valuable advice, cause this looked to be an overwhelming task, but not getting overwhelmed and taking it a step at a time Fitzee makes it simple! Getting an urge to get back a my third, thanks Tony!!

Watched the video twice: each step makes sense but the end result looks like magic. Decades of experience makes it look so easy and effortless. Best video on metal work

Magnificent craftsmanship far out of any one's league!!!

Thank You so much for taking the time to do the filming, good explaining, editing and all that to share your expertise and talent! When watching your work I never feel anxiety or stress for the process or outcome. (As opposed to watching many other persons working with something.) I like the way you take it as it comes and always find your way to the goal. Nice and easygoing with excellent craftsmanship and high entertainment level! Sincerely Anders Retired mechanical engineer Scania Trucks Sweden

Brilliant work, no special tools, no magic just methodical common sense. Thank you.

Learnt so much from your videos and without it I would never of been tackling my 1970 VW Type 3 rusty project Thanks mate

What I like about your work Fitz is that your techniques is what many true welder fitters do to fabricate things properly. I was a welder fitter for many years and in the old days we had pride in doing our work right. I can still hear my father say if you can't do a job correctly don't bother doing it in the first place. And what I like about your work! is that you kept the seams and folds in the body work to make it look original which makes car or truck or whatever your restoring to be more valuable in my opinion with proper inspections. I use to do collision work and got out of it, and became a welder fitter cause I got sick of working with rusty of junkers. When I left the body trade I began to see a lot of butchering jobs in the trade. I once saw this old italian guy replace a center post in a car with a two by two and a gallon of mud. I couldn't believe what I was witnessing. These kinds of jobs actually put peoples lives at risk. He obviously had no conscience to be doing that type of work to make a buck! it sicken me. I seen many horrific jobs done without any integrity like that. That is why many folks today stay away from collision repair vehicles because of butchers like that. If it was done right like the way you do things! there is nothing wrong with collision repaired vehicles. I have a close friend whos a autobody man and he does great work as well I've bought many cars from him over the years. Why because he can be trusted with his work ethic and Like yourself I'm quite sure you can be as well. Keep the video's coming bud. I enjoy them thoroughly..

You seem so modest you do understand there are people out there who can't do what you do with high-tech equipment

Merlin of metal, the wizard or welding, the barb of the bend strikes again. Love watching you work these old cars.

Not to many of these geniuses left, thanks. I used to get 75 dollars to braze a half rear quarter panel on a full size, in the 60's and 70's, a lot of work with that t formed chest pin to put pressure on the joint. Not to speak of how much trouble it was to keep it straight. Great video Fitzee, thanks again.

Fitzee - Metal Head Genius. Thank you so much for all your tips, tricks and inspirations!

Fitzee I love watching someone that takes a challenge and makes it look new again. What you are doing is a dying art and I for one will miss it. Thank you for sharing with us!

Your videos are about the only ones I watch a 100% all the way through. Absorbing the knowledge.

Fenders were "way too far gone". LOL! I've seen that NOTHING is way too far gone for you! Great job as always! I learn so much watching you. Getting ready to do a inner cowl on my Fairlane wagon. One side only work. It's going to be a challenge but after seeing how you break everything into small sections I can see how to make the project completed again. It would be good to see a video on how to work metal without replacing it. Dent removal instead of replacement.

Next week, he'll teach us how to build an entire car, starting with only a fuse box and a 6 inch section of the firewall....! You're -- that -- good, buddy!

Understanding the fundamentals of auto body paneling is the key of repairing what seems to be un-repairable. Tony masters this very well. Thanks for showing in details.

I was looking at another channel and I came across your channel. I have been trying to do the corner piece of my car for days and could not of figured out how to do it. but after watching you do it, it gave me the confidence. Thanks for taking the time to show us your talents. Grate video man.

Wow fantastic work, I'm just getting into welding at age 53, it's great to be able to watch experts like yourself. Keep up the great content..

Excellent job fitzee. I don’t know how many of us career restorers would attempt such a project without trepidation. My word! My hats definitely off to u. Really enjoy your tips and tricks and downright grinding wizardry👍. Very entertaining and truly worth watching because u have the talent and imagination to figure out very ingenious ways to get the job done. I hope all yr following appreciate wat they see. A down to earth excellent teacher sharing his craft. Please keep making us stick around

Tony: "I hope the tips are good..." Me: How am I not being charged tuition for this?!" By far this is the metal repair content I've ever seen in my life! When people ask why I shipped both of my cars 2,300+ miles from SC to NL, I saw them video like this that Tony has put out. Absolutely amazing craftmanship with the simplest tools!

I have been doing this for a long time , but every time I watch I still learn something !!!GREAT STUFF

“She’s MINT 👌” I love it lol. Awesome Thanks for the tips. I’m attempting my first try at welding up fender trim holes this weekend. Wish me luck.

You are amazing, the logic you show how the panels are assembled makes perfect sense on how to properly replicate the panels.

Love the extra long vid Fitz! Especially when it covers sheet metal fab, thank you!

I live here in California and if someone wanted a repair done with rusty metal like that, the body shops would not accept it. The person would have to go to a restoration shop paying top dollar and even they would look for a better cab before they would attempt any repair. I don't know if this is normal work in areas of the world that has rust issues but that was one hell of a repair. You basically took something that is not repairable, and turned it into something not only repairable, but repaired and it's not like it's a Rolls Royce or a Maserati, I mean it's a Datsun. Thank you for this video! Ed D

Fitzee I like how you take your time and get it right.....better than NEW! no hack jobs!...... Theres a guy outta Chicago area that does the same thing with wrecked cars, even some that some other corner cutter has hacked! better than new and safer as well that's a job well done!

In awe sir - very nice work. Being able to virtually hang out quietly, and observe, while you work away is great - thanks very much.

Another metalworks masterclass from Fitzee. Please, get your popcorn bucket, your beer, seat, enjoy and learn. Thank you "Maestro".

After watching all the one hit wonders online, finally an old school master craftsman who is willing to share true wisdom. Makes me proud to be a Newfoundlander😊

As normal you have done it again. You are the MASTER when it comes to these type of jobs. I learn so much every time I watch your videos. You make it look so easy and I know it isn't. There are so many little pieces ,it's like a gig saw puzzle. Thanks again for your time and showing us less fortunate souls how it's done. Ronnie.

Fitzee, you have the patience and the desire to do what others wish they had. I have watched your videos for some time now and have gained skill from you. I love a challenge and am a self taught mechanic and body man. Love your channel.

Just watching you work a body man can an amazing amount of knowledge. Thank you for the continuing education.

I have been watching your videos now for about one year and have to tell you Fitzee - you are a true craftsmen. Thank you - this info goes a long way to helping me on my own Mini Moke restoration. Keep em comin!

I say a lot, that nothing worth a damn is given away free. But here, this information you’re sharing is worth it’s weight in gold. Fritz, your the man. Ty!

All I can say is genius! I could never have figured this mess out before watching this. Now I'm sure that I could do this.

Absolutely amazing how you reproduce stamped pieces with flat metal, if we had shop teachers like you there wouldn't be a rusty car anywhere, once again you've pulled the rabbit out of your hat, great tips 👍

Good evening from Ohio. As always exceptional work. Currently working on a Trans Am that my son gave up on cause all the all the rot. I’m a lot more confident now because of your videos. Thanks.

Impressive work! You have special skills, with a methodical approach, one layer at a time.

Beautiful work and and so well explained. You made that complicated corner look so easy. Thanks for the great videos. I watch them all and always learn stuff.

I watched in awe. I wouldn't have a clue how to tackle a job like this but....Now I do. THANK YOU FITZEE!

Hi Fitzee Thanks for another brilliant video. Loving this project and the Corolla too.

I am watching this out of necessity for a project. Fitzee makes excited to learn this trade. If he has a kid I hope and pray that they take advantage of the knowledge this man possesses.

The expression "cutting corners" just got a whole new meaning to it ... Amazing job ! 👍

The care and pride you take in your work is amazing. With just simple tools you out do all the fancy body shops!

Nice work..I'm 70 now and have been doing rust repair for most of my life'. You are making part that I have trouble making with my E, Wheel and bead rollers, Good job and keep doing what you do. You from the bay bye, no from the peer dear.

As usual nothing but the best damn work you will ever find. Great stuff keep it coming

Fitzee you are fascinating to watch you work metal. You simplify it so that it looks so easy. But we all know that it is not. Every time I watch one of your videos I learn something. Please keep them coming.. I am not done learning.

I can't begin to tell you how appreciative I am of your videos. Your teaching ability and willingness to share what you know and take the time to record it for others I am sure has been as invaluable to others as it has been for me. Thanks so much.

Inspirational. Truly skilled. Thank you.

Watched a lot of your videos. The attention to detail is what makes your fabrications stand out.

Holds up a partial rusty piece of metal ,,,,..I'm gonna use this as a guide / template and build a truck around it......LOL, no doubt about it brother, you do good tidy work, the thought process and plan of attack works very well for you. . 👍👍 Closest thing to factory as you are going to get.

More, why didn't I think of that? Love the punch marking the points for the bends, so as to have both sides marked. Thanks so much again for making it easier for us.

Another amazing reconstruction Tony. You are a wizard.

Amazing as always. I did my first cut and butt yesterday 🙂 I remembered to cut at an angle like you said. Very easy and turned out well. Very pleased. Thanks Tony Graham

Tony it’s obvious that you were a classic car restorer!! You must charge half price for your work cause this would be the most expensive Datsun pickup in the world!!! Your attention to detail is fantastic!! (PS, like is automatic!)

As a tradesman myself work like this is why we love our jobs, some trade work can be called art, and this is an example of art. That is why not everyone can do this type of work, you need to be artistic and feel the work forming under your will and knowledge. Great work Fitzee, I know how long this stuff takes, and how much patience you need.

Always a treat to watch you reverse engineer body parts and panels. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.

As always very informative and no fuss Your giving me motivation to get back into my 1977 mk2 escort. Thank you and we all love the long videos keep them coming stay safe mate

You did it again, Tony. An incredible piece of work that not many others would ever attempt let alone be able to pull off half as good as what you did. Todays lesson: Patience and being one with the metal. You never fail to come through with exceptional videos. Kudos!

Fitzee you are the true metal master buddy.

One hell of a video. So much great information, thank you for sharing this with the world!

Hey Fitzee, I'm working on the same thing on my channel but on a F150, this is on time for me, I learned a lot again and as always I will link you video in mine as I am an amateur at best, man your a pro all the way and I want folks to learn from the best, again thanks for the tips, there fantastic as usual

Everytime I think you showed us how to tackle a hard fix, you come up with something more amazing.

I was watching another channel today where the creator was repairing a rusted out diesel tank. He showed a patch panel he had fabricated and said: “I’m channeling my inner Fitzee”....

I have a project that has been stalled for sheet metal for years now...Every time I start watching your videos, I just want to get out there and fabricate it all up. You're the best man, I love working with sheet metal and learning from you! THANK YOU!

simple tools and little know how he says..... really? you are an expert at not only doing it, but explaining your thinking and approach. Phenom. thankyou Tony!..

Years ago, a friend built his own home. When asked how he did it, he said "One board at a time." That's what you know how to do, Fitzee: One piece at at time. One bend at a time. One weld at a time. Excellent!

This guy does fantastic work.Extremely knowledgable with a lifetime of experience. Great vid

No body filler needed this guy could positively hands down best car body guy ever keep making videos

Great work...you could double check your rocker template on the passenger side rocker...as usually they carry the same profile...just lay it over and you are assured your correct...great job.

Fitzee; I've enjoyed all your video's..Your editing is fantastic, almost seamless..like your welds. You cram so much content into each one. I also appreciate your music choices.

Tony that’s really just superb, very interesting one, what a challenge that presents. Thanks.

Hi Fitzee, you are a master. I work on my old rusty truck now and then, and I use every little tip from your show. Cheers all the way from Costa Rica. Keep up the good work!!

Hi Fitzee ive been repairing rust in cars for 40 years and ive learnt so much from you, I had to repair the step in an old hyundai van and looning at the many curves and folds I thought this is beyond me. Then i saw this video and copied the methods and it was so easy , time consuming but i did a great repair to a complex area of 3 panels together but by cutting the whole rusted section out and making its component parts one by one i have saved an old van that panels cant be bought for. Thank you .

This man is a Canadian national treasure. Thanks for the knowledge Fitzee.

How did 1h 13 minutes literally feel like 10 minutes ?! I’m speechless mate ! The tips were more than good ! They were amazing !

Give this man a hammer , screwdriver and a vise and he'll make it no matter what it is. That may be to many tools. I love the way you go into telling how ,what , when , where and why. THANKS for passing your know how on SIR !!

Amazing workmanship and very informative too. Thank you for taking the time to film and share this.

This goes beyond car restoration: It’s a forensic reconstruction effort!

Fitzee is definitely a 'metal man', give him an engine a gearbox, and a license plate, and he'll build the rest very well. Outstanding body work, strong frames and crossmembers, etc., but when he takes 3/4 of a rusted out fender, quarter panel, or pickup bed and cuts off the bad part and fabricates the rest of it a piece at a time to 'factory new' (or better) looking - blows me away, that is pure experienced skills, and know-how he's passing along to us all.

Wow !!what a metal master .all Fritz's videos are amazing .one of the few videos I watch start to finish.

Every big job is just many little jobs! Great Video and tips. Nice tip about putting the dimples in to mark the place for the metal break. After watching your videos I was surprised that you were going to try and get all those bends in the rocker panel rather than use several pieces.

You’re good at what you do! You’re showing me how to look at mass produced vehicles with a different set of eyes. The dissections are amazing Fitzee

love watching you do your ''MAGIC'' you keep it simple and to the point. needs to be done in sections, one thing at a time . super helpful< use your tips on my 1940 dodge fargo extended cab resto ! BY far you are the best thing on youtube Knowledge and patience and no bull and pride in your amazing workmanship thanks FITZEE ps its 405 am where I am at lol

Awesome, thank you for taking the time to film and post all this.

Always amazed by your patience while working around problems that arise. Thanks for sharing your experience and gifts!

Super job again . KZfaq should give you a crown for your head All hail king fitzzy the king of KZfaq teaches

My father, Mel told me "God is in the details" as a lesson about doing things right the first time. I have learned that the devil is in those details as well. Nice job of it Fitz.

You make me put my hands on my head and say "OH!, that's how I was supposed to do that!", like multiple times this video. Amazing work.

Nice video Fitzee! :) Red "lead"/cold "galvanising" zinc primer and Waxoyl is my preferred panel void treatment - Your spot on with the info re:datums/refs/measurements for panel/template locations and rotten bodywork/structures, but I'd add that we should never assume that the existing is pukka; A tale of woe(and learning): As a young "Mini Nut", I spent years restoring and modifying a 1992 BL Mini, that I bought as a "a 1970's Project" from a scrap yard, and after 200(I gave up counting and named the car "Patch") panels and handmade components later, I went to fit brand new doors(with modern side impact bars). All went well, but then the shut line(driver's door) wouldn't "Sit right", no matter how I shimmed it - Yup, the car had a previously repaired, front corner impact that twisted the body(very subtle wrinkling to the bulkhead/firewall found later), which was repaired with new panels(inner and outer wings), and the original doors bodged(replaced lower edging) to give a consistent shut line. "Sick as a dog" sums up my feelings, but hey that's part of the learning process, and I still have the car as a "retirement" project some 20yrs later, as a young family and a career took priority over the years. :)

You should do a whole episode about different scenarios of metal rust-protection.

Amazing fabrications skills there fitzee, you don't just do a cracking job you explain everything you do spot on too, I love your videos

gotta love the CT Hat. a friend of mine owned one of the canadian tires in St John's up until a couple of years ago. I'm just about to tackle another funny rust area on my restoration project this video came just in time!

Wow! Like watching a 2,000 piece puzzle being pieced together. The end result is a work of art. My favorite episode next to the Cut and Butt of course.