How to Fix Rust Holes on a Budget Using Fiberglass - NO WELDING

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How to repair rust holes on your vehicle’s body panels using fiberglass. Now before I get into it, as a disclaimer, this is a budget repair and when done correctly can last for a very long time. However with that being said, if you are wanting to restore a vehicle properly, than this isn’t the repair for you. This is a repair where it can be done at home, doesn’t cost a load of money or require any specialty tools, and can easily clean up your vehicle. Fibreglass is strong, so it won’t fall out like a body filler even when using the reinforcement mesh. The two main concerns with fibreglass is that it doesn’t expand or contract like metal, so a repair maybe visible. And it may have bonding issues with steel, so both these areas will be covered in this video. I have used this method in the past for low budget daily drivers without any issues and it held up great despite living in an area where vehicles are exposed to harsh winters. #oemtools #rustrepair #fordranger
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Tools/Supplies Needed:
-grinder with cutting disc
-surface sander with 80 grit discs
-80 grit sandpaper
-180 grit sandpaper
-220 grit sandpaper
-320 grit sandpaper
-400 grit sandpaper
-600 grit sandpaper
-1000 grit wet/dry sandpaper
-1500 grit wet/dry sandpaper
-2000 grit wet/dry sandpaper
-sandpaper backing pad/sanding block
-chemical rust treatment
-wax and grease remover
-denatured alcohol
-clean lint free clothes
-plastic container
-paint brush
-stir stick
-fibreglass matting cloth
-2 part spot/glazing/finishing putty
-short strand fibreglass filler with hardener
-polyester laminating resin with hardener
-acrylic enamel single stage color matched paint
-black undercoating
-etching primer
-filler primer
-safety glasses
-latex/nitrile gloves
-respirator
-water
-bucket
-carwash soap
-polishing compound
-microfiber clothes
-painter’s tape
-paper
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@4DIYers 3 года назад

Due to many requests, here is the Amazon links for some of the products used in the video: USA: Chemical rust treatment: amzn.to/3onBdoE Wax and grease remover: amzn.to/2M6xvCV Fibreglass matting cloth: amzn.to/3ouzNsR Resin: amzn.to/3iRTnxC Short strand filler: amzn.to/3pm0lxD Glazing putty: amzn.to/3iQiAbS Etch primer: amzn.to/3qXvxUm Filler Primer: amzn.to/3iQSOnT Backing pad: amzn.to/3qUc5rl 80 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/36gsUF5 180 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2Mwjr5i 220 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3sZf5V7 320 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2YfzAPt 400 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3qOEO0G 600 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3t020uP 1000 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2YkJzmq 1500 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3qTem61 2000 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3iWGzWX Polishing Compound: amzn.to/3omIghF Wax and applicator kit: amzn.to/36xqYs7 Canada: Chemical rust treatment: amzn.to/3osNlVK Wax and grease remover: amzn.to/39nLn4F Fibreglass matting cloth: amzn.to/3a1NhHa Resin: amzn.to/3cdRfix Short strand filler: amzn.to/3iSXDgG Glazing putty: amzn.to/3pmn1Ob Etch primer: amzn.to/3aaS5tE Filler Primer: amzn.to/2NucGl5 Backing pad: amzn.to/2M71Hhg 80 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2MtEjdu 180 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2Yf6rUs 220 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2YjmoJe 320 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/36cqjfi 400 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3qVYXlK 600 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/2YhR9OJ 1000 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/36e2fZs 1500 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3cfSJZx 2000 grit sandpaper: amzn.to/3pot4BF Polishing Compound: amzn.to/36g3PKq Wax and applicator kit: amzn.to/3sZXoF6

@mrobinson8190 10 месяцев назад

I am a professional fiberglass repair technician... and I just want to say that your video is the best example of a proper repair I've seen. Great job man!

@4DIYers 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the feedback and kind words!

@markaraujo06 5 месяцев назад

I would like to follow you so i can learn few fiberglass repair

@mrobinson8190 5 месяцев назад

@markaraujo8087 That would be great, you can anytime. I live in Eastern Maryland though, and I haven't made any videos yet.

@SK-pn1pe 5 лет назад

I left my truck parked in front of your house.....so you can have something to fix for your next video. Its a win/win.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

LOL, sounds like a plan!

@blackhorse7553 5 лет назад

Hahaha

@OfficerThumbs 5 лет назад

Lmao

@theefranchise1299 4 года назад

🤣🤣.. cool, I’ll be next😂

@timosness3667 4 года назад

I will leave my truck to! I have a 98 f150 with rusted cab corners. Have at it buddy! Lol

@srs_lol 5 лет назад

Considering this was budget job as its intended purpose... this was a top quality job.. bravo 👏 👌🏼

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@blackhorse7553 5 лет назад

Agree!

@nidstang373 4 года назад

That's what I was thinking. In High School I worked for a well respected body shop and I can tell you that none of our body men put this much attention into their rust hole repairs.

@kirkhall2099 2 года назад

Having been in the collision industry for almost 40 years. This was a very good video. There is just a couple of little things that could have been brought to light but overall amazing! The best I have seen on utube. You obvious have had some training in the field. I doubt the average back yard worrier well get the body work to look this good with black lol. You give a hick of a lot of important information and would recommend that people watch the video several times to pick up everything that you talk about. Thumps Up!

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback! No official training, my dad had a body shop briefly before I was born and I have some friends who work in the body body industry too. I just managed to pick it up here and there.

@LubaLuba1 11 месяцев назад

If something was lacking please tell us so we all can get it right.

@Evaldas65 3 года назад

Just fixed a rust hole in my wheel arch using this method. Here are some tips for beginners from my experience: 1. Make sure to indent the metal around the hole. I forgot to do that step, and ended up with a slight hump in my repair area. 2. Don't use primer before using body filler, or atleast try it on a small area at first. I had a lot of issues with the finishing filler coming off in chunks, even after waiting for 3 hrs before using it after spraying primer. 3. Don't be afraid to use multiple layers of body filler. I thought I screwed up when multiple nicks appeared after sanding the filler, but as it turns out I just needed 2 more thin layers near the low spots. The key is several light applications of filler. 4. Look at the repair area from multiple angles when using the fillers. I thought that the area was level, but as I found out after applying primer the area was quite wavy. The longer you sand, the better your result will be. 5. Make sure your layers of fiberglass actually stick together. My front fiberglass piece, as it turns out, didn't stick to the back one, there was a gap due to the metal being in the middle. 6. When painting, make sure a big area around your repair area is clean. I now have multiple dust spots due to underestimating the paint area. That's about all of my tips. I like this method a lot, and hope to get at least 3 years out of it before the rust comes back, perhaps even more.

@StaticisStranded2 2 года назад

Using a primer filler spray after applying/sanding body filler and glazing putty helps to smooth the surface. Then sand it again. Spray your 1st two coats of base and two coats of clear then wet sand and buff.

@kitjasabsgabs1830 2 года назад

If using phosphoric acid type product like Ospho, kleen strip etc it will kill the rust for good. No coming back. It's chemically impossible if you get it all. After decades in the restoration field I can say that if you follow the instructions and pit more time into prep and doing good job it will last a lifetime. It's all in the prep. Painting is the easy part. Get it looking great in primer and all else will be nice. Take your time. Weather and humidity can play havoc on times for resin, filler, primer or paint flashing. Another thing, the better products you use the better and longer it will last. Using kylon is ok but using CarRep 2k primer, paint and clear is way better for 24.99 a can. Has NO SHELF LIFE. Not like other 2k coatings no canister to rupture and then 24 hours of pot life. CarRep has really impressed me. You can use on small areas at your own pace. Not hurry up and get it all ready for coating cause you only got a small window of time. You can take your time and do a job right. I don't sell it I use it and it's a great product.

@phamtinkt88 Год назад

Thanks for sharing your tips. I am about to fix my car rust hole. I am just wondering how long does your fix hold up? I am hoping mine will last for at least 2 years.

@charlesbarr3561 Год назад

Thanks for sharing your mistakes/learning opportunities. I'm about to start my project, maybe a little nervous about it...

@Evaldas65 Год назад

@@phamtinkt88 the area where I used fiberglass seems to be holding up okay. The areas where I just sanded, applied rust converter and painted have come back with vengeance - I should probably redo it now. If you use this method, take my advice: cut as much rust out as you can, and replace it with fiberglass. Rust converter alone simply doesn't work due to rust being on the other side of the panel, sadly. Also, make sure to use quality paint. My clearcoat is cracking aswell at this point.

@gabrielpw 4 года назад

I'm a junior in highschool doing an AutoBody collision repair program. I have an 08 Sierra with fender flares my dad threw on to ignore the rusty fenders. Most of the stuff in this video is pretty accurate to what we do in the shop ( commission based ). Besides using different brands/higher quality tools. This fix works, and it works well. If you can do it at home do it, its similar to what would be done at a shop for a much higher price.

@dreadpenguinlord340 4 года назад

Thanks for the tip! I always wonder about the longevity of this sort of thing especially since I'll have to do it on an old car that does not have replacement parts available!

@jonathanyates5198 2 года назад

@@dreadpenguinlord340 or you can buy a sheet of metal and make your own

@johnnyloizides7887 3 месяца назад

Why can't all videos be like this. Perfect. Lots of clear explanations and details.

@4DIYers 3 месяца назад

Thank you so much, really appreciate the kind words!

@hunteroldham7720 2 года назад

I’ve got a 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee we bought it knowing it would need some work, we discovered holes in many different parts of the body and in the floorboard I was originally going to take it to a body shop till I decided to watch some videos to see if I could fix it myself and sure enough this was the first video to pop up and now I’m only 40 dollars in and I’ve gotten all the holes taken care of thank you your video really saved me a few hundred bucks.

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Awesome to hear, glad I could help and thank you so much for sharing your experiences.

@jeffrey4547 5 лет назад

ur the first guy i have seen to treat the metal so it will last longer

@stevenladich428 4 года назад

Really enjoyed. Tons of great tid bits of info. No frills and no annoying music. Thank You!

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@aeridyne 5 лет назад

I would call this an IMPROVED budget repair since unlike most you actually use a rust converter. Great video. Two thumbs up.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you so much :)

@arshia666 4 года назад

This is the best tutorial video i have come across in my entire life! Thank you!

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@GoodnightMrDoback 4 года назад

i like watching repairs like this, this is one of the best outcomes ive seen, the paint looks perfect for a rattle can job

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@brianbaker359 4 года назад

Your fast forward portions are beautifully done, we get to see every detail of your repair in a reasonable time frame.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you so much, greatly appreciated :)

@sunshinem.7741 Год назад

Clear and informative videos like this are incredibly appreciated! It's 3 years later, but I've got a 2005 Pontiac G6 with some rusting I want to repair before winter and this may be the method I go with. It'll be much harder on the lower trim area since there's more shaping and a plastic strip to account for but the car was only $1k so anything is better than nothing 😆 Love this car already though and want to make it last! Thanks so much for the fantastic walkthrough!

@fakiirification 5 лет назад

i did this on a ford ranger to patch a hole in the corner of the roof that had completely rotted away. job lasted 6 years and was still unnoticable when i gave the truck to my cousin and he wrapped it around a tree one night. fiberglass works, but you do need to be rather aggressive with your grinding, get ALL the rust out, or the cancer will just spread under the repair.

@zanepolowek 4 года назад

This looks better than most of the videos of people"professionally" repairing them with metal.

@j-psalmi8039 4 года назад

Yes, it LOOKS better at first. When dealing with metal that is rusted through, the only way to beat it is to weld in new metal. Fiberglass is easier and most likely cheaper, but the repaired area will rot again, no matter how well done the repair is.

@zanepolowek 4 года назад

@@j-psalmi8039 yeah but for $500 cars this is ideal

@4DIYers 4 года назад

@J-P Salmi, as mentioned in the video, when done correctly this will last for many years. A weld in patch can also rot out if not done correctly either. The key is removing the rust and then sealing the surface so moisture don't come in contact with the metal. I wouldn't post a video that was lying to my viewers.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you Bob :)

@TheMrMinePlaysHD 4 года назад

@@4DIYers did the same to my car, it only lasted about a month. Guess sometimes it workes, sometimes it doesnt. Still great Video.

@shokojimhollingsworth3940 3 года назад

Pro level "budget repair"!!! My budget repairs usually involve duct tape.

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@smkngreene Год назад

This has been the most straight forward, and easiest video to follow on this type of repair. So glad I stumbled on it.

@endlesstwisties 4 года назад

I don't think i saw a cheap repair looking close to this. I watched hundreds of videos with rust repairs these past months. I hope i will have enough patience and my paint prepared close to original to make mine just as good.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback :)

@BenjaminRiel 5 лет назад

Great video, shows every step and I’m especially glad you mention the sandpaper grits every time because I find it sometimes difficult to choose what to use!

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you for the kind words and feedback, always happy to help :)

@philklingensmith3179 4 года назад

Wow!! What a wealth of info!! So many questions I didn't even know I had were answered!! Thanks for understanding the need for a budget repair!!! :)

@wadenvern 21 день назад

Best fibreglass tutorial on yt..Bravo dude!

@4DIYers 11 дней назад

Thank you so much!

@NikosDIY 3 года назад

This is the best video on the subject. With the best end result. Thank you.

@Despecialedd 5 лет назад

This is the best bodywork video I’ve watched, amazing explanations

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for the kind words :)

@GrozOutTV 4 года назад

This is one of the best underground DIY video and satisfying at the same time that the job will surely last a long time. I also did mine waiting on the resin to dry out, I hope mine turns out well.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback :)

@Spartan1234ish 4 года назад

Using the filler over the glass made this repair a win win. I've seen this done without filler over the glass and the outcome looked good but after a couple weeks bubbles appeared in the glass under the paint. It turned into an endless up keep on the repair. I have a 4th gen dodge ram that could use some repair and this method looks good to me.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :) I actually just bought a 3rd gen Ram over a week ago. Soon to have videos on it. Thankfully it's a southern truck and it's only been in Canada for a couple years so there's next to no rust on it.

@xandirtrapdoor1269 2 года назад

Wow, So So Good. I just Bought, well "Rebought" my Dream Car. I had a Laser with the turbo years ago. Just got a Daytona Turbo Z. My favorite pony Car ever. The Body is Beautiful but only 90 to 95% - not Rusted but Faded and some Chips. This is Such a Detailed Step by Step. With Every Step Clearly both Visually and Auditorally explained so completely that it will be absolutely fool proof to do a complete repair and make the Daytona shine like a Show Room model. Thank You So Very Much. Wow! One of the top 5 intructionals I've seen - Awesome work.

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Congrats on the purchase! I can't even remember the last time I've seen a Laser/Daytona, those turbo'd models were a fast car back in their day. My parents had a turbo'd Sundance coupe when I was little, I think that had the same engine and it was quick. Thank you for your feedback too, greatly appreciated!

@rgonnering 5 лет назад

I am a complete nube when it comes to bondo. This video was invaluable. Thank you so much. Your result looks like a professional body shop did it. It is way beyond anything I was imagining. Awesome.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Always happy to help and thank you for the feedback :)

@alvingordon233 3 года назад

@@4DIYers . H vh do u x cry by fcc x DC, CB xx CB. CB

@morrisroberts5061 4 года назад

Very detailed, very easy to follow. Thank you for taking the time to share this!....

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@alanballard7466 2 года назад

I usually don't go out my way to make a comment but I have to give you your props you did an outstanding job I am so impressed with your work. BIG AL.👍

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words and feedback!

@JustinPSG 2 года назад

That's the best "budget repair" I've seen. Unfortunately, I have 4 kids at home so the most valuable part of my budget is my time. I still repair the rust, but it looks nothing like this! I don't make it perfect, but it is perfectly acceptable

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the feedback!

@ricknorth2365 5 лет назад

Budget repair explained and done professionally, well done thank you

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@okami3186 4 года назад

Really enjoyed your entire video & commentary. :) Very thorough & detailed work on your truck. Looks flawless and fantastic.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@YULABEBE Год назад

well done man, a wealth of information. And a budget title for what amounted to premium-like work!

@lawrencem83 4 года назад

Your video is the best one I have seen yet.

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you so much :)

@80Matthias80 4 года назад

Wow, you are extremely thorough in your explanation, well done and thanks.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@AceDublB 5 лет назад

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you, very well produced. Lots of great tips and basic techniques for the average DIYer. Great attention to detail giving an excellent final product. You didn’t choose to do a spray clear coat. My 2009 Ford Escape right rear wheel well has a hole as almost every other Escape of that year.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback. Greatly appreciated :)

@handle690 2 года назад

Best body restoration vid I've found so far! Thanks!

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@daxinventor3542 5 лет назад

I watched this video twice. I will watch it one more time as this is what I need to do to my truck rear fender. I like the resin repair because if it is done right, it will last a very long time. Thanks 4DIYers great job.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you for the feedback and happy to help out :)

@kato64 3 года назад

That was a really great video. Well shot, and clearly explained. End result looked fantastic!

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback!

@gstjwright 4 года назад

What a perfectly explained step by step procedure, thank you. Keep up your good work.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you for the kind words and feedback :)

@SladesVWBeetle 4 года назад

Wow you did a really nice job!! Thanks for the step by step process!

@dalefancher 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing and providing details for each step..

@klogjo 5 лет назад

Good job, I have been repairing rust with this method for years, never had a problem. I have customized many a metal car with carvable foam covered with fiberglass and filler, won first place full custom at Autorama with a 1967 Camaro. Had car for eight years without any problems.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback! Congrats on first place too. Any photos of your build?

@corruptedbrain6 5 лет назад

pic or lie

@klogjo 5 лет назад

@@4DIYers Where would I send them??

@klogjo 5 лет назад

@@corruptedbrain6 I've been dealing with people like you my whole life, you look for flaws then drive away in a rusted out VW.

@klogjo 5 лет назад

@@4DIYers I always cut out as much rust as I could, sand blasted area and finished up with Metal Prep, painted back side if I could. I always took lots of pictures as I worked.

@extremewhitetail837 5 лет назад

Wow! Great job man. You definitely have talent.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@CCROSS5882 2 года назад

you could make a living out of this rust repair, especially on the east coast, nice work

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you! I try to avoid rust as much as possible, it's what nightmares are made from lol.

@dickweber9311 Год назад

Thank you so much for an excellent video. I just finished a repair on the fender of my daughters 2009 Honda Accord similar to what you did in this video. I viewed the video over and over and step by step during the repair. It was invaluable to me along with the detailed list of materials. I really learned a lot.

@4DIYers Год назад

Awesome to hear! Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback.

@TaintedMojo 4 года назад

Effective but very labor intensive. That explains why bodywork is so damn expensive.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Yep it can add up pretty fast, even more so when top quality materials are used like on a restoration. You can easily spend $1000 just in paint supplies.

@Tomsfoolery. 5 лет назад

Good job! That looks great for a budget repair!

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@rolandmetayer7210 2 года назад

Very GOOD video ! ! ! Thank you. Cheers from Canada, snow country. We KNOW RUST ! ! !

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you to a fellow Canadian!

@nursekelly2834 4 года назад

Feels like i'm watching a Chris fix it vid! Great job!

@bobgreen3116 2 года назад

Fantastic video best video on repairing a rust hole out there. You explained everything that you did and the grit sand paper. I will be repairing my truck the exact same way. I only hope my truck will turn out half as good as yours. I watched this video at least 3 times. Awesome job and thank you for taking the time to help us out. God bless you sir. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Happy I could help and thank you so much for the feedback!

@bensanger5409 3 года назад

I think you covered everything here👍

@extremereclusefallows5779 5 лет назад

I like this technique. Fiberglass sticks to about any roughed up material. For big holes I use wire mesh, then fiber glass only as a base to lay Bondo. I use cloth as opposed to fiberglass matting. I allow the cloth to partially harden before placing it. Right now, I am using it to patch up the rubber out rear bumper of my Dodge caravan which was rear ended. Cracked the entire length. Only a patch job to avoid it falling apart.

@86angrybees 4 года назад

Being from California makes me so glad. I just got a 77 ford Quadra van that sat for 15 years, only some rust on the “gutters” and a hole in the a pillar.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Not going to lie, I'm definitely jealous lol. I just picked up an 06 Ram from southern US and apparently it's only been in Canada for a couple years. Clear than trucks 10yrs newer, I'll have to make sure it's well coated for the winter.

@mtwseneca 3 года назад

@@4DIYers Shoot that baby with oil inside every panel (punch holes if needed) and around the wheel housings in and out, do the underside body, then coat the brake and fuel lines. The design of the rear wheel housing on trucks allow dirt to be thrown up and lay against the fender lips to rot out as in the vid. Get oil in there and that will no longer be an issue. Psst. I live in the Buffalo area- probably the worst area in the world for salt roads and this system works. Mike

@alexwaweru2457 4 года назад

Are you chris fix brother or what

@AhileyGusani 4 года назад

Cousin*

@jamieround2072 4 года назад

aww that would explain where u got the itch to fix on rides... how old were u on the 1 st video fix u did... & what was the ride then.... & where do u see your self by the time u r chris fix's ( your cousin's ) age ......??? & what other future or now rides u have there now...... & what u r looking 4 ward to owning or fixing in the future there.............

@tongl274 4 года назад

lol

@chucklucas8747 4 года назад

Was about to repair my 07 ford rear fender glad I watched this now I am sure I can do it

@KollynJ 4 года назад

Chuck Lucas how’d it come out? Have same spot on 06 about to operate

@chucklucas8747 4 года назад

Have not painted the repair yet to much rain but so far so good

@nathanbrown4725 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing mate...you do good neat work mate

@lotuslotus718 4 года назад

The best most satisfying video ever. Perfect job.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you so much :)

@natemoss7437 3 года назад

That was absolutely amazing from start to finish great work... I am now a new subscriber to your channel... keep up the great work and the videos

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the feedback and support, greatly appreciated :)

@neanderthalgames9397 2 года назад

Wonderful video, I came in expecting a super sketchy fix, but this looks very good and hopefully will last a long time as long as the fiberglass doesn't separate from the steel fender.

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

@fischerrestoration 3 года назад

I did this on a 72 El Camino back in 82' The whole driver side rear lower quarter panel was totally rusted away. Same process as seen here just a larger area. It definitely works! Mine came out perfect and the final paint job was very impressive for one of my first paint jobs! Good memories! Great video!

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Awesome to hear and thank you! Any chance you still have that El Camino?

@fischerrestoration 3 года назад

@@4DIYers No I didn't keep it but I surly wish I had! I went on to buy and flip many many more vehicles after that one. They're like children I guess.. you raise them up well and let them go.. Thank you for your response.

@MH-rv3tf 3 года назад

Nice job buddy I love a man that can fix things

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Tools/Supplies Needed: -grinder with cutting disc -surface sander with 80 grit discs -80 grit sandpaper -180 grit sandpaper -220 grit sandpaper -320 grit sandpaper -400 grit sandpaper -600 grit sandpaper -1000 grit wet/dry sandpaper -1500 grit wet/dry sandpaper -2000 grit wet/dry sandpaper -sandpaper backing pad/sanding block -chemical rust treatment -wax and grease remover -denatured alcohol -clean lint free clothes -plastic container -paint brush -stir stick -fibreglass matting cloth -2 part spot/glazing/finishing putty -short strand fibreglass filler with hardener -polyester laminating resin with hardener -acrylic enamel single stage color matched paint -black undercoating -etching primer -filler primer -safety glasses -latex/nitrile gloves -respirator -water -bucket -carwash soap -polishing compound -microfiber clothes -painter’s tape -paper

@johnf.hebert1409 4 года назад

yeah but which rust converter? twhats the brand?

@brizzell2101 4 года назад

How much was this project. Budget ok but is it in my budget

@EricHines 3 года назад

@@johnf.hebert1409 I believe it was Krud Kutter Rust Remover and Inhibitor.

@JT-un7dc 3 года назад

Would that surface sander work with a smaller pancake compressor?

@liberty5565 3 года назад

I was writing everything down then seen this comment. Thanks. Killer video my truck is worse than this because it's a 7 year old GMC.

@ptlpszt1 5 лет назад

Well done. Thanks for sharing

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@JacobSteeg 4 года назад

I have a mustang with a salvage title, so I dont want to spend much money on it, but I want to get rid of some rust in the rear quarters. This video gave me hope that I could do it without a welder. Thanks! I am going to give this a shot this summer. Thanks for the comprehensive video!

@emirlutvi3924 9 месяцев назад

Determine to do it by himself. He yust don't want to weld and replace.. Respect to that.

@4DIYers 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much!

@waygone6657 5 лет назад

Good job on the repair process and presentation. Keep up the good work. :-)

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@davepelfrey3958 5 лет назад

Looks Great and good explanation.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you :)

@brucekerney722 2 года назад

Seriously good video. Thanks

@friguy4444 3 года назад

What an excellent job you did making this `How to`video. Thank you for doing such a thorough job. I`ll be using this for my third attempt at DIY rust repair.

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@Alex420DT 3 года назад

im about to try this, thanks for the video

@4DIYers 3 года назад

No problem!

@jasontavares9617 5 лет назад

Amazing paint work

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@Hollywood49 4 месяца назад

Fantastic. I’m actually looking forward to fixing my car now.

@NoSaysJo 2 года назад

Really well made video mate, I would be proud.

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@cathysmith3124 4 года назад

Wow It looks great, However for my 15 year old civic I don't think I will do quite as much as you did for this vehicle. But I did learn quite a few things, Thanks

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Always happy to help and thank you for the kind words :)

@juanpalos3657 5 лет назад

New subscriber to your channel ..... exellent work my friend you make it look easy. Very well done should last for a while. Shout out to you from Mexico

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you so much, I appreciate the kind words and support :)

@joselouru 24 дня назад

I’m at it right now and your video gives me the confidence and tips to finish my project thanks men nice job n video

@4DIYers 11 дней назад

Thank you so much and best of luck on your repair. Keep me posted how it turns out!

@13milespergallon63 4 года назад

Wow I am so impressed on how this repair turned out.

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you!

@harrybosch8972 3 года назад

Good Job, This must have taken him a long time to do. He started off in a t-shirt and ended up wearing winter clothing. This tells you that this project will take time and patience.

@4DIYers 3 года назад

Thank you! Lol, can be done in a weekend. I was doing this in my spare time over weeks and being in Canada, the weather can change pretty fast.

@AB-C1 2 года назад

Excellent video tutorial! I need to do this on my E46 3series here in London England, rear arch and sill surface bubbles, so thanks for a great tutorial as I don't weld(as yet!)!! Lol 😅👍💪😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Ps. Definitely Chris Fix level video and I consider him the best tutorial guy on all things cars usually on RU-vid and this was definitely up there on a par with his which is no mean feat! Hope you get loads of subscribers mate! 👍

@4DIYers 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the kind words and support, I really appreciate it! Actually I've been doing videos longer than him lol. Just recently upgraded my camera too so my new stuff is now a better quality.

@joefowler9600 Год назад

I'm also here because my e46 (in.the uk) is bubbling on the rear arch. Did you ever do anything with yours?

@jeregamm 2 года назад

Awesome! Thanks for putting this together.

@charlesbarr3561 Год назад

Great video on a budget repair....done correctly. Thanks for explaining it so well. And yes, you did get that to come out looking great. Better than mine is going to look I promise.

@BruceLyeg 5 лет назад

I bought all the materials to do this and had planned to do it over the Christmas holiday... didn't happen so I figured maybe on the long weekend... maybe next long weekend! Nice job, that turned out really well.

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback!

@kevinl1505 5 лет назад

Great job. You have convinced me to never do this. So much work

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Thank you! Haha, but hard work paid off and you get the satisfaction of doing it yourself ;)

@geo641 4 года назад

Best tutorial video of all time, great job!!

@4DIYers 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@dette-envers-les-animaux 4 месяца назад

For those who wish to restore classic cars. There is one thing to know : to be definitively efficient against rust, you should put grease everywhere. grease is the only thing very efficient against rust. put grease between metal and carpet, inside door, behind metallic bumper, under the vehicle, behind the repairs you can make (everywhere inside the body - hidden erea - instead of using paint), hollow areas (necessarily hidden, so no need to be aesthetic). For rear wings unreachable with a paintbrush, use an extender and poor old oil everywhere each year. rust always comes from the inside and welds. Handyman Experience - 35 years. From france

@4DIYers 4 месяца назад

Great tip, thank you for sharing!

@XXX-qk2cq 5 лет назад

Very nice job. I really don’t think you had to make so many excuses. That fiberglass will last forever. If you went to a shop you wouldn’t get anything different unless you asked for welded in new metal, which would double the price. It looks like that fender lip had already been filled. I think you did a real nice job but one tip : be a little more generous with the smoothing filler. I always use a long stroke from front to back following the contour of the body with the spreader. When you use the short top to bottom strokes after time you will see these lines even though you sanded it smooth. I’m not a pro but have been doing body work for years. Nice paint!!!!!!!

@4DIYers 5 лет назад

Excellent tips and thank you for the feedback! I've been trying to figure out if the truck was painted at one point. I can't find any tape edges, orange peal and paint fading was very consistent, color matches perfectly, no dirt or surface imperfections, no overspray, etc. The only thing I found was a small run towards the top of the door jamb. Factory flaw?