Muscle Car Quarter Panel Replacement at Home - Road Runner Clone 

You don't have to thank US for watching! Thank YOU for sharing!

The last two quarter panel videos were very educational. They reminded me of your early videos. The teacher in you was shining through. Thank you for sharing you skills.

If there's one thing I wish I learned when I was a young man it's what you're doing here. I passed on many cars I wanted because of body panel rust issues. Thank you for this content. Watching the resurrection of old iron is very satisfying.

I’m a Mopar guy and I love this

Great job! As a 30 year body and paint tech, 20 in restoration, you are doing fine. Only repair what you have to, why replace the whole thing when a skin and edge repair is all you need! The only thing I do different than you, I would have taken the top all the way to the edge like you did the rest of it. I was taught it takes less to clean up the weld seam on that bend as it distorts less. But,!tomato, tamato, right?😆

Dan, between D & D Speed shop, Halfass Kustoms & ITG I've learned alot....thanks!!! God Bless!!!

Old ply looking better every day.

Dan, YOU HAVE GIVEN ME THE COURAGE TO DO MY QUARTERS ON MY 70 CADILLAC DEVILLE CONVERTIBLE!! HONESTLY IF I NEVER SAW U DO THEM I WOULD NEVER ATTEMPT DOING THEM ON MY CAR THANK U SO VERY MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEOS!!!!!

WAIT! You said get a drink. Then ya start right in. lol. Total Suspension n Drivetrain on my 240k 1993 Chevy Silverado. $4000 has 0 miles on it. 12x15 Weld Wheels n 2 tone paint. Mild build to 300HP to pull the boat.Ready to go another 200K. I watch every episode of DD. Great Motivator

You're doing a Great Job... Just bit of advice... Cover your windows when doing metal work inside or out... Otherwise they get peppered with the cherries and ruined. I had to learn that the hard way

Well, I’m glad you’re on the 56 Wagon but I can’t wait to see this get finished too!

Dan, LOVE that music that you put to your videos,especially the fiddle music .....Keep on Keeping on my Canadian Friend......

That ol’ Mayflower is coming together real nice.

Best way to Go TIME Lapse , My favorite... Yes very long quarter panels, but your way makes me want go that route when i do mine, cut out the main portion, then go back trim out spot welds.

I did Custom Auto body and Painting for over 40 yeas . I`m retired now. I never thought about getting older with this Trade. but i had a passion for auto body ,paint.

Danielle called it a Pontiac in her vid😁 Lol. Awesome job Dan👍 Thanks for sharing.

Your doing a great job on the car, it's going to be a nice looking car when your done

Great video brother! I have a 1970 Roadrunner and I took it to a body shop #yachtsandrods in North Vancouver and the owner (Mike) is a complete donkey. My car has been there for 7 years waiting to get done. He cut the quarters off and now doesn't want to work on it anymore. I can't believe the guy. ANYWAY.... I am now going to bring it home and do it myself. This will help me a lot.

Lol many years ago when I first started doing this kind of work, we used pop rivets and even brazing as methods to attach panels and patches. We did not have mig welders back then. When we brazed panels we had to control the heat by using wet rags in a bucket of water, we have come a long way since then. Now they are using glue for some panels now. Btw Those trunk " drop downs " are called trunk extensions in case you wanted to know. Geat job on the old Plymouth!

The more I watch the more I think this Plymouth is a keeper especially if it has a big block in it 😁

Looking more and more like a keeper everyday. 😉👍

I’m very impressed with the work on the old Plymouth, you’re doing a great job Dan. I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of the project as it goes along , keep it up, she’s going to be sharp

This has been a great series !

New to your Chanel because i found the satellite build. Been doing a charger for a long while and like your style. Thanks

....I want to add, your rattle can collection is outstanding sir.....

It’s channels like this makes watching rebuilding or just getting it running is great and have fun at the same time! Thanks for letting us be part of the journey 🤘🏻

Biggest problem I have doing large panels is they will always twist instead of bowing or warping, like you said go slow. Great job.

A rusty Mopar! Looking forward to watching this.

Good job on the quarter one thang I thank you should mention on your next video is when grinding its important not to rush that to it can warp the panel as well.👍

Dan, sorry. I'm using an OLD saying, but it rings true. You've told us many times too. Slow and steady wins the race... When I was working, the type of work it was, if you trashed something it had to be scrapped...The company was not big on us wasting their money.. You're putting out excellent advice.... You don't want to rush any job and wind up with instant garbage... Peace out! This build is coming along great....

Panel came out great thanks for having me Dan

I think you did a great job! We did a quarter panel replacement way back in the eighties. We just left a 2” overlay. I think the way you did yours was really cool!! I wish I had known about this before. I might have not sold my old Camaro. It was the car that we did the replacement quarters on, and I couldn’t figure out a way to replace them again, on my own. Your really doing some great stuff! Keep it up!!

I just want to tell you Just How much I wanted to do EXACTLY the kind of work you do. I'm just an older backyard Mechanic who never got Certified an never pursued a life long dream of doing what you do. To me what you do daily I call FUN! My career that I've had for 36 years has got nothing to do with anything automotive. & although I can't blame anyone but myself for my choices I get to see your vids an realize I still can do some of it. Although restorations are expensive an I got no contacts in places that could help a guy achieve a completed build w/much some MUCH needed help.I am always envious of your completed builds. Am always entertained an glad for the insights you bring that either I've forgotten or just plain didn't know about. Nowadays the older cars are pricey to get an are really in much needed of help to get back there former luster. But it can be done.I won't lie I don't possess all of the tools an a large workspace to do it all in. But I will eventually change that as I have a build in mind an will go "shopping" for a car I've long since wanted to own an restore myself. Thank you very much for your videos an please keep them coming. Am a fan & a subscriber.

You have very long arms to pull the head light out from back there lol. Looking good man. I love the videos

Good morning Dan, nice to see more mopar work. Gonna be good

Came back to this a couple years later as I am replacing quarter skins on a 68 coronet currently... thanks again!

I am amazed how much you do. And by yourself. You do things the way 90% of us would do it or wish we could do it.

Back in the day (late 60's) these Mopar guys were just a proud of their stuff as the Chevy and Ford guys. And, those 383's were a hoss. Had to be careful who you raced.

love the Mopars and the Tri-Fives, run the wagon with the big block, a turbo 400 and a gear venders O/D and skip all the electronics lol, keep up all the good work on the channel

I love th e old mopars. Good stuff on this channel!

Ive done enough of this stuff to say, i would do it just like you are! Sweet work buddy. Mike from Indiana USA.

Thats pretty much how i did quarter skins on my 65 chevelle and it was 1st time i welded quarter panels on. Took my time n researched and practice welding. I heard guys around my area charge 800-1400 to hang quarters

Thanks Dan, another great chapter in the Dodge....Plymouth rescue. Love your work. I have a massave 4 car gaurage and it's packed full restoration dreams and no room to work. 🥺 I wish I had your dedication to the projects.

You have become my RU-vid neighbor next door. I come on over for a visit and look-see to watch what you are up to. Cool-man!

You have an amazingly methodical approach to every task you do. Following you along is a privilege that most people have to pay tuition for. Thank you sir.

You are a natural teacher, Dan. I gotta say - I like the Mopars but the tri-fives are my faves. Love to see more of that old wagon you're working on. Thank YOU for sharing your love of these old cars and please keep posting. Your frequent videos are a great distraction from the current COVID craziness.

Loving the Dodge... I mean, Plymouth... Videos. I look forward to the wagon videos, but sad no more Plymouth! You must never have any down time with the amount of work you're doing in these cars! Keep up the awesome work!

So I hope you're keeping track of how many dead hot rods your putting back on the road. The younger generation is going to be great full to you for saving them I'm sure. It's people like you that is going to make it possible for the next generations to enjoy these muscle cars. Keep up the good work and Thanks for the update.

I am digging the music.much better than the other channels hip hop

Dan, you've been installing floor pans, making headlight brows for tri- five Chevs. You have some great skills there and you're learning and showing us how you are doing it! So yeah, keep on wrenching, welding and BUILDING!!!!

Hi Dan. I'm glad you do what you do. Bringing the old American iron back to life. Thanks for all the videos. You inspire lots of guys, and probably a few gals, to do the same.

I remember my first quarters on a S10 build for myself, I look back at that old chev and laugh, I learned alot by that old treasure and watching you do the panels on these hot rods make me want to do the S10 all over again 🤣😂😁 not. But it sure is fun watching you go to town on em. Thanks for the builds and videos, good stuff.

You have the patience of a saint! Any body panel I weld on ends up warped or only stitch welded because I do NOT have the patience to take hours to weld a panel up lol. I like the satellite, these cars were so beautiful, my grandpa had one many moons ago, sadly it was rear ended and totaled out back in the late 70s I believe

Howdy Dan.. the time lapse gig really works.. I've hung quarters before and door skins and fenders. I'm in no way shape or form any kind of body man.. In watching some of your videos y'all have shown me there are easier ways to get shit done. And at almost 70,, I'll take the path of least resistance Everytime... In fact, after watching y'all using the cut off wheel,, I went to hbr frgt and bought one! Imagine- my age and still buyin tools.. now, just my opinion,, I think that Plymouth would look good painted the original color.. maybe break it up with a satin black hood... And ,,of course ,, black steel wheels, with dog dish hub caps. I know y'all like the ratty look,, but this Mopar deserves better.. Great videos kid,, you teach me something everyday.. PW

You have done well Dan. I have done them a little different but same end result. Good for you. Regards Jules @ Jive Talking Garage.

Hey Dan, heck of a nice job on the quarter panel. You make it look easy, and I know it isn’t. No special thanks needed sir, our pleasure seeing your videos. Our thanks to you. Big Al.

Another good job. It has been nice to see you learn and grow your skills over the time I have been following you.

I like your technique ! Looks better every video ! Every car looks better on every video you post !

Cool cool. The only advice I have for you is when your using the stud puller for dent removal. Start at the outside of the dent ripple. Try to pull starting from the least effected area to the most. You are working in reverse of how the dent got to its current state.

Im so thankful peg over at zip ties turned me on to your channel during the Christmas burnout challenge once i saw the 55 with a plow sending in the garage i was hooked...👌

I am liking your installation technique. I have installed a few body panels and aligned several fenders,doors ECT. One thing that might assist you in the welding on a LONG panel seam is keeping a wet rag in your opposite hand and quenching each stitch weld as soon as you do it. This helps me in keeping the warpage issue down. ;)

Dan you're killing me!!!! Ok I'm going to put quarters on my 62 Belair, this will be my first. Wish me luck and thanks for the videos. Please keep up the good work!

As I watched the video I was reminded of the first quarter I installed . Sure wished I had a mig, talking late 60s torch & welding rod . Weld up strike with hammer & dollie cool with wet cloth. Great video ! !

Dan your skill's amazing working smarter not harder. If it's an ok part don't mess with it.

I like the tip to cut through both new and old panels at a 45 degree angle before butt welding. Never thought of that myself and I see now it would make for a better fitting joint to weld. Thanks!

A Daydream: This ok’ girl would look good with a Six Pack scoop and the two wide black stripes on the hood! I’m old enough to remember them new. I had a buddy who drag raced a GTX way back then, so I love this car!

Always make it look simple .no none sense approach that's why we love the vids .keep it up and will spread the word about dd speed shop

I definitely DONT hate that you fake-patina it! Its a cool patina colour , matches that particular car quite good. The only spots i dont like are these two rust areas from the accident repair on the left side.

really enjoy your videos watch a lot of youtube you do a really great job keep it up

Man you never stop working. I mentioned to Coastal Auto about using Fastenal to ship that motor and trans. They are usually much cheaper on shipping heavy stuff.

It's going to be a nice driver, glad to see you bringing these classics back to life Dan.

I love watching your videos. You do nice work. Thanks for sharing brother.

One tip , I use a wet rag and a bucket of cool water ( and a helper most times) to hit each spot weld as the weld is still red hot and hit it with the wet rag on each spot weld area to help cool the sheet metal and help stop warpage issues. Works for me .

Thanks, Dan for letting come along on your journey. Always educational.

I enjoyed the sparks, along with the whole video. Thank you for entertaining us. Looking forward to the next one

Dan for a a mechanic you’re one heck of a body man. That old Dodge...er Plymouth sure is taking shape. Really enjoy your videos and I have learned a lot from you in the process. Looking forward to your next upload...oh and pls don’t put the BBC in the tri five Wagon...LS swap it...future Dan will thank those who suggested you go with an LS 😉

Love the tri-5's but I am actually paying attention and learning something here. Plus-I love the car. I recently got a '70 Buick GS 455 that will need some rust repair. It's been on a bunch of Facebook pages now-sat forever-now a work in progress.

“He’ll cut you the best deal he possibly can, for himself” that got me good. 😂😂😂

When you're welcome Dan and we appreciate the great work you do on your Channel and I think the four-door wagon this is simply going to be off the chain

That Mopar is really solid in alot of ways man....They eat out in the most Vital spots underneath and people wonder why they are so Pricey on a Frame off done right welding in/fixing.That car is a Dandy wildman.

Dodge, Pontiac, Plymouth- not a clue- enjoy all your vids- easy to sit through!

A quarter panel replacement around here N.L canada is at least 1000$ probably much more if there is rust to remove,This is provided you have the quarter panel in your possession already.

I try to catch all the "lives" ,seen just about every video. You do pretty good job of making it look easy. The Satelite looks good, can't wait to see it patinaed back to normal!

Love the ‘68. The trunk pieces are called trunk extensions. 👍keep up the good work

Lol 😆 I haven't never seen that shop so clean Dan'O" , even nothing's on the shelves behind you 😋 almost looks like your packing up branching out moving to another undisclosed location ? right on brother 👍

Looks good Dan, love mopar B bodies. 👍🏻

Dan you got my head spinning with all these cars ☺️👍🏼

I think you did a amazing job Dan

Right on Dan, I like the ratty, crusty and rusty cars ( and trucks) my own self, Patina folks! Gives a vehicle character!

Once again Dan, great work. I am not a fan of doing quarters, the 72 Cutlass on my rotisserie needs the quarters finish welded, its been waiting almost two years for me to get back to it. Have to do the trunk drops, wheel wells, and the rocker joint. Its a ton of work and right now I am putting 6.0/Th350 into my 76 C10. The heat in my shop isn't great so i spend more time standing by the heater than I do working when its colder than freezing. When you get the new larger shop, do yourself a huge favor and get a lift. I splurged on a two post Bendpak, I use that thing constantly. I want a four post to put next to it, but a small scissors lift would work good for what you do. They are movable and run on 110v. Lift the car put it on jackstands, pull the lift out for transmission work. Otherwise what you need is some dollies, I have two pair I use on long term projects, maybe you could get the viewer guys to chip in and get you some of the fancy ones that don't need a jack to get the car on them. They make moving the car around in a small space a lot easier and faster. Well worth the investment.

You watch that welding with junk in the drunk... if that catches a blaze you'll be time lapsing live faster than you wish, just sayin' be safe. Amazing all the talents that you possess. You make it seem so easy.

His method for attaching the panel at the top is interesting. If I have the time I prefer to make a flange at the top to have an overlap. Makes the joint stiffer when you go to weld it.

I'm fully onboard for the ratty muscle car! love it. Keep up the good work - I appreciate the work you do/ explanations you do - and can only imagine the amount of editing/uploading that goes unnoticed. Keep it up! Love it.

The Pontiac is looking GOOD, Dan! What a difference fresh quarters make.

Looking great, love too see old cars saved😎😁

Great job beautiful car! I'm beginning to feel like I can now embark on my own project. Thank you for showing the complete process from the start to finish again great job 👏

Ive not been screwing through both old and new but overlapping and cutting along in short sections,same idea but less holes to fill. Im doing the same thing on a 74 scamp getting the panel to the point both driver and passanger side are spot welded in leaving the door and top seam then working on both sides at once to try and beat the heat.

The part where you get to grind those welds smooth must be incredibly satisfying.

I've tried c&a but b-bodies 4lyfe! My mentor would luv dis shop

Badazz job i really appreciate on how you explain everything as you go and how and the why’s when you work on everything..i always enjoy watching you and your work. I know my finances are very minimal but I always find the time to watch your channel..thanks for sharing and keep up the great work, and like always keep the wrenches on turnin and the tires on burnin,can’t wait to see more..