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Welcome to Street Classic FabLab where you can find how-to videos focused on the key elements of classic/muscle car restoration including sheet metal removal/replacement, metal fabrication, body & paint, suspension, interior, and engine/drivetrain. With a passion for restoring Classic and Muscle cars, this channel is all about providing advice, tips, and knowledge based on our own builds.
Follow along as we document previous, current, and future builds. Whether you’re an experienced builder, or a DIYer wanting to learn how to restore your own classic, hopefully the you’ll find something that will help you along your restoration journey.
There will be plenty of content to come, so stay tuned! We’re glad you’re here.
Here are some of the builds we plan to document as the channel grows:
1968 Dodge Charger
1969 Camaro (repaint)
1967 Chevelle
1969 Chevelle Convertible
1961 Impala Sport Coupe
1955 Chevy 2Dr Sedan
1964 Chevelle 2Dr Wagon
Follow along as we document previous, current, and future builds. Whether you’re an experienced builder, or a DIYer wanting to learn how to restore your own classic, hopefully the you’ll find something that will help you along your restoration journey.
There will be plenty of content to come, so stay tuned! We’re glad you’re here.
Here are some of the builds we plan to document as the channel grows:
1968 Dodge Charger
1969 Camaro (repaint)
1967 Chevelle
1969 Chevelle Convertible
1961 Impala Sport Coupe
1955 Chevy 2Dr Sedan
1964 Chevelle 2Dr Wagon
How to wire & install an hour meter for your air compressor
In this video: Wiring and installing an air compressor hour meter. (Eaton Air METER001)
🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/QWiTqwplcCg/video.html
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Eaton Air Hour Meter: eatoncompressor.com/product/air-compressor-hour-meter-piston/?matchtype=&network=g&device=c&keyword=&campaign=1673323435&adgroup=71796046984&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwp4m0BhBAEiwAsdc4aEL5kpfShvy61x9HHCeJxcKx7x0VeyexlSoPtMqL13XUvZ0LXCW1BhoCmtAQAvD_BwE
🎯 If you enjoy the channel content, please consider subscribing. Be sure to like my videos and click the notification button to be alerted when new content is added. It's always good to hear from other builders, so feel free to drop a comment!
I've been documenting numerous builds for several years, so if there's anything specific you might be looking for, please comment and I'll be sure to check my archives for footage.
Keep checking back for new videos that document my ground up build of the "CoronaFlu Malibu" 1967 Chevelle.
-StreetClassicFabLab
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Eaton Air Hour Meter: eatoncompressor.com/product/air-compressor-hour-meter-piston/?matchtype=&network=g&device=c&keyword=&campaign=1673323435&adgroup=71796046984&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwp4m0BhBAEiwAsdc4aEL5kpfShvy61x9HHCeJxcKx7x0VeyexlSoPtMqL13XUvZ0LXCW1BhoCmtAQAvD_BwE
🎯 If you enjoy the channel content, please consider subscribing. Be sure to like my videos and click the notification button to be alerted when new content is added. It's always good to hear from other builders, so feel free to drop a comment!
I've been documenting numerous builds for several years, so if there's anything specific you might be looking for, please comment and I'll be sure to check my archives for footage.
Keep checking back for new videos that document my ground up build of the "CoronaFlu Malibu" 1967 Chevelle.
-StreetClassicFabLab
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How to wire a 7.5hp 220V Single Phase Air Compressor (Eaton Polar Air)
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In this video: DIY wiring of the Eaton 80gal 7.5hp air compressor from start to finish. I'll also show how long the 80 gallon tank takes to fill up from empty. 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/AK5n6x8PiGU/video.html 6/3 SOOW Cable - www.windynation.com/products/6-3-soow-cable-cord-wire-6-gauge-6-awg-3-conductor-600v-portable-power-extension-cord-cable-with-ultra-flexible-insulation-jacket?va...
Air Compressor UPGRADE!! Eaton Polar Air 7.5hp 80 gal with Quiet Air
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🔥🔥 In this video: Unboxing, specifications, installation, and anchoring of the Eaton Polar Air 7.5hp, 80gal Quiet Air Compressor 📽️ Watch This Next: ➡️ czcams.com/video/QWiTqwplcCg/video.html Eaton Polar Air 7.7hp, 80gal Compressor: eatoncompressor.com/product/7-5hp-quiet-air-compressor-single-phase-80-gallon-vertical-2/?_gl=1*1xfekjb*_up*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAjwp4m0BhBAEiwAsdc4aAtIo7yY84kAVYZVKxTvX...
How to Install a Pickup Tube and Oil Pump on a Big Block Chevy 396-402-427-454
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🔥In this video: How to install a BBC oil pump including setting the pickup screen depth. Although specific to big block chevy 396, 402, and 454, this process is applicable to other engines. 🎥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/7H_WOkUfibg/video.html Melling high volume oil pump - northernautoparts.com/melling-engine-parts-m-77hv/ Oil pump pickup tube/screen (option 1) - northernautoparts.com/mel...
DIY - Homemade Oil Pump Pickup Tube/Screen Installation Tool
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In this video: a quick and easy way to make your own oil pump pickup tube installation tool. 📽️ Watch this next: czcams.com/video/ HJ35RyUGc/video.html ❓Have a Question about a replacing sheet metal panels or another topics? Drop it in the comments! 🎯 If you enjoy the channel content, please consider subscribing. Be sure to like my videos and click the notification button to be alerted when new...
Painting an Engine Block with Seymour High Tech Engine Enamel
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In this video: Painting a Chevy engine block with Seymour Hi-Tech Chevy Orange engine enamel. #seymourchevyorange #serymourhitech #serymourengineenamel 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/6YprvSHXQlw/video.html In the past I've used Duplicolor, VHT, POR-15, and Bill Hirsch engine enamels but Seymour Hi-Tech is my new "go to" engine paint. www.seymourpaint.com/product/en-48-seymour-hi-tech-engin...
Restoring an Aluminum Intake Manifold using Seymour Hi-Tech Engine Enamel
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In this video - painting an aluminum intake manifold with Seymour Hi-Tech Dull Aluminum engine enamel. #serymourengineenamel #seymourpaint #seymourcoatings 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/mPIMKs0E-NQ/video.html www.seymourpaint.com/product/en-71-seymour-hi-tech-engine-enamel-spray-paint-dull-aluminum-12-oz/ www.seymourpaint.com/product/ca16-55-seymour-alumi-blast-specialty-coating-with-alum...
DIY 2018-2024 Volkswagen Oil Change and Resetting the Oil Service Reminder
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In this video - How to change the oil and reset the oil service reminder on a 2018-2024 VW Atlas. This video is specific to VW 3.6L 6 cylinder but may also be applicable to other models such as the Tiguan. Wix Oil Filter - www.rockauto.com/en/parts/wix,57462,oil filter,5340 VW approved oils - www.seapowermarine.com/seapowerwp/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/VW-Approved-Oil-List.pdf Torque wrench - e...
Installing New Aftermarket Drip Rails on the 1967 Chevelle
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In this video: Installing reproduction drip rails on a Chevelle or other GM A-body. #streetclassicfablab #coronoflumalibu 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/hCrd-c2w7Hk/video.html ❓Have a Question about a replacing sheet metal panels or another topics? Drop it in the comments! 🎯 If you enjoy the channel content, please consider subscribing. Be sure to like my videos and click the notification ...
Muscle Car Restoration - Removing Rusty Drip Rails
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In this video: How to remove the factory drip rails on Chevelles other GM A-bodies. #streetclassicfablab #coronoflumalibu 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/RsN0fUTZhb4/video.html ❓Have a Question about a replacing sheet metal panels or another topics? Drop it in the comments! 🎯 If you enjoy the channel content, please consider subscribing. Be sure to like my videos and click the notification ...
1967 Chevelle Panel Replacement | Roof Skin | Ep. 1
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In this video: Removing a Chevelle roof skin and showing some of the panels (tail, pan, trunk pan, quarter panels, rear window filler panel) previously removed. #1967Chevelle #streetclassicfablab #coronoflumalibu 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/2cz92yy3c6Q/video.html ❓Have a Question about a replacing sheet metal panels or another topics? Drop it in the comments! 🎯 If you enjoy the channel ...
1967 Chevelle Panel Replacement | Roof Skin | Ep. 2
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In this video: Prepping and installing an aftermarket AMD Chevelle roof skin. #streetclassicfablab #coronoflumalibu 🔥 Watch This Next: czcams.com/video/FmmdIGEc1Cw/video.html Trim clip studs and OEM style trim clips: www.rustreplace.com/home/1964-1972-chevelle/1966-67 OEM style trim clips: HS Auto Shot Adapters: www.hsautoshot.com/products/uni-1005-uni-spotter-molding-rivet-tip www.hsautoshot.c...
Duplicating Mopar's Factory Organisol Textured Finish
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DIY process for duplicating the original Organisol finish found on '60-70's Mopar muscle cars. Charger, Challenger, Barracuda. #streetclassicfablab Organisol Formulation (PPG Single Stage) 4 parts DCC9355 3 parts DT885 reducer (slow) 1 part DCX61 hardener 1 part DX685 flattening agent 1/4 oz (per pint of mixed single stage) DX1999 texture additive. NOTE: your PPG jobber may need to substitute w...
HyperTherm PowerMax 30 Plasma Cutter - Water Separator Air Leak
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How to video walking through the troubleshooting and repair steps related to a cracked/leaking water separator bowl. The unit I'm working on is a Hypertherm Powermax30, but the process is the same for other models. Water separator replacement parts: www.amazon.com/Hypertherm-428246-PMX30-Filter-Replacement/dp/B012Y5ON6A/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3HPZYK96CY7XC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.L8qcw0PAmcm49vWn9Fh_vEC44yei...
Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Cutter Fault Code - Torch Lead
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Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Cutter Fault Code - Torch Lead
Getting the 1968 Dodge Charger headlight doors fully functional again!
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Getting the 1968 Dodge Charger headlight doors fully functional again!
DIY Muscle Car Restoration - How to Lead a Quarter Panel Seam
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DIY Muscle Car Restoration - How to Lead a Quarter Panel Seam
1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep.4
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1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep.4
1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 3
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1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 3
1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 2
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1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 2
1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 1
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1966-1967 Chevelle Upper Dash Panel Installation Ep. 1
Uncovering the Dark Secrets of the 1967 CoronaFlu Malibu
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Uncovering the Dark Secrets of the 1967 CoronaFlu Malibu
1966-67 Chevelle GM A-Body Quarter Window Removal
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1966-67 Chevelle GM A-Body Quarter Window Removal
1966-1967 Chevelle GM A-body Quarter Window Installation
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1966-1967 Chevelle GM A-body Quarter Window Installation
1966-1967 GM A-Body Chevelle Door Glass Installation Youtube
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1966-1967 GM A-Body Chevelle Door Glass Installation CZcams
1966-1967 Chevelle Side Glass Removal - Door & Vent Windows
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1966-1967 Chevelle Side Glass Removal - Door & Vent Windows
Thats the problem its pure junk if its not original or NOS Correct GM Assembly Line Parts Its gonna look horrible
WAY TOO MUCH HEAT!! Before you attempt to show how Mr Gene Winfield leaded in the day, learn the Process! And give Credit where Credit is due!!! Regards!!
Added more work than necessary with too much Lead!!!
Nice job i really enjoyed this video
Thanks For watching!
So I'm doing a 67 also. It was in awful shape and mine was all rusted out as well. It just pulled out of the car. Are they welded in from the factory? Or did they just lay in there? Because if they are welded in, I have a little more work to do. I thought they just slid in on top of the dash.
The upper dash panel itself if welded in so you'll need to cut the spot welds out. At 2:35 of the video, I talk about spot welding the panel in place. When removing the old dash panel, you'll need to remove the spot welds in the windshield channel to get the dash out. This is the only place that is welded. The bottom sides of the dash along the kick panel bolt to the dash brackets (which are welded to the kick panel). Good luck with your build!
Thank you!
You bet!
Thanks a bunch. I'm looking at paint now and I didn't think of the chemical resistance that you brought up.
Glad to help
I use Hemi orange and when the engine heat cycles, it will look a little lighter than standard Chevy orange
Thanks for the tip! I might have to give that a try some time.
@@streetclassicFabLab welcome it totally works great I got tired of the weird red looking Chevy orange .
@@streetclassicFabLab I'm also doing another engine job currently with Hi-Tech so I appreciate the tips on your video also 👍
Thank you so much so beautiful
Spray compressor works great
Yes it does!
Thank you so much
As much as those dash tops cost they should fit better than that. I bought one from AMD well before I needed it and just left it in the box. when i went to install it I ran into the same issues that you did along with a defectively installed down piece on the drivers side. when i contacted them they said I had it too long and wouldn't warrantee it even though it had never been installed or altered in any way. Thanks for the video
Yeah, I wish the fitment was better on all this replacement sheet metal, but some fabrication work seems to be par for course in order to get things to fit properly.
Great video, thanks for the thorough explaination of how the system works! I'm wondering how you were able to get the lights so synchronized, both when opening, but also closing (you mentioned that you were able to fix it after the video)? My light Doors open and close well, but one is lagging behind, similar to in the video when you closed the Doors. Would love to get mine working as well as yours!
We ended up replacing some of the vacuum lines and if I remember correctly the vacuum canister/reservoir was also replaced with a new unit. TBH it was a real pain in the neck to get them synchronized (as close as we could).
Good video, it has refreshed my memory to re install the glass on the 67 I’ve been working on, thanks
Glad it helped
I need mine done.. how much would you charge to do this ..I live in Texas though
Came out really nice !
Looks awesome! Even though it's a cheby
Even Chebies need some luvb!
Great stuff! Best video on the internet regarding window installation!
Glad it helped!
I needed the part where you adjust ahhh
Thanks for watching!
I disassembled my 67 Chevelle glass having no idea on how to assemble them. Now I know. Thank you very much from Brazil!
que bom que ajudou! Obrigado por assistir!
@@streetclassicFabLab In Portuguese?! Amazing.
Great video and very helpful to someone doing this for the first time. Could you comment on the location and installation for the 2 up-stops
There's a stop at the front of the window frame (2:32) and at the rear on the window guide (2:56). Both are attached with a 7/16 bolt and prevent further upward travel when the stop contacts the door frame. There is a limited adjustment that can be made by moving that stop up or down.
Thanks for awesome videos demonstration for removal and reinstall. Great Job!
Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!
Finding spot welds in a rusty mess is the hardest thing about the repair, right?😅 I can't wait seeing this section done. Dropped you a like :)
I know right? Those spot welds can be real tricky to find sometimes! Thanks for watching!
I love that people are trying leading. It was definitely an art when I was taught. It’s kinda like man discovering fire now.
I've seen too many problems with trying to use modern fillers in quarter panel seams, so I turned to the art of lead soldering as an alternative.
I understand how you want to make the surface super clean. But when you add the tallow to the paddle, what keeps that from contaminating the solder? Do you have to clean off the tallow repair area afterwards so primer and paint will stick? When you go to file it, are there different grade files needed, or can you get by with one like that 8 tpi files. Do you feel lead is easier to work with over the plastic filler?
I know it sounds counterintuitive, but the tallow doesn't cause any contamination issues. It may surprise you that some of the old timers use bees wax or automatic transmission fluid instead of tallow! It must be a thermal/chemistry thing. All I do after applying the lead is rinse the area with a solution of baking soda to neutralize any acid left by the tinning flux. Then I file/shape and follow up with one more baking soda rinse, W&G remover, and then epoxy primer. I don't see the need for any other file than 8-10tpi. Lead is definitely NOT easier to work with in terms of shaping than body filler, but due to the potential risk of being able to see the seam (mapping) later down the road, lead solder (or a welded patch across the seam) is the better option here (IMO).
Yep, Cuda Cody is a good resource. I’ve seen plenty of OE organisol, inconsistency and texture. It really has no angular sheen. Same was on dashes, hoods and tail panels. Wait until you get into the Argent Silver debate with its appearance. 50 plus years and a persons recollections never match up. They were only original once. Nice job!
Oh yes, the Argent Silver debate is a tricky one. Thanks for watching!
From my experience with Organosol is that people use hot rod black or a flat black and people begin to think that is correct for a close Organosol match and it is not. The original Organosol is more of a satin than flat.
Agreed. Hot rod black or flat black just doesn't look right. The key is that Organsiol has some texture to it which really makes it an attractive finish. I typically refer to the sheen as "Zero" degree. Something between flat and satin.
It has held up great and looks fantastic!
The '68 Charger is one of my favorite restorations! I love that QQ1 blue!
Good tips
thanks for watching!
Actually after watching this video I went to go buy one. The only one they had was on display. He started placing it in original containers. He thought the torch could be disconnected and started twisting and twisting as he thought it was supposed to be removable . I knew that could have caused a problem by watching your video. I told him I didn’t want that machine anymore and wanted one never unboxed. So he got me one from one of there other locations. Thanks for the heads up!
Thanks for this great video! Im working on prepping the doors on my '67 Chevelle for paint and despite being a body guy for decades the side glass initially had me stumped. Im so used to seeing glass that has to be slid off the regulator within the door, that I never thought Id be able to roll the glass up past the belt molding
Right on! Glad the video helped!
You helped tremendously I took my 66 apart and was having f trouble throwing it back together. Keep making videos on this.
thanks for watching. I'm slowing trying to upload videos of my '67 build so stay tuned!
Great work there, some years ago I did a restro on my truck using lead 20 yrs later still no issues, I used all metal to slick everything down, rust encapsulate then epoxy primer and emron paint.
Thanks! Yeah, I've always had great luck with lead. I know a lot of people have a negative opinion of using lead, so I'm glad to hear you had a good experience too.
With all the attention to detail and good reasons to avoid filler, why wouldnt you make the body lines out of lead since you're literally right there working that area, so those channels are clean and solid? Seems like it would be the closest to OEM, more durable, easier, less time consuming way to do it?
That's not a bad thought. Lead could probably be used to create the roof skin/quarter body line, but I chose to use VPA instead. As I mention in the video, VPA is a much better option than fiberglass/all metal. I opted not to use lead for a number of reasons 1) lead is harder to file/sand/shape than VPA, especially on that type of body line 2) managing the heat and melting lead while getting a crisp body line can be difficult 3) because the VPA filler is sitting on top of the lead filler, there's little to no risk of mapping due to different rates of expansion like you'd get if the filler was adjacent to virgin metal. Thanks for the feedback!
Thanks for the video 👍🏻
thanks for watching!
That seems like an extreme amount of heat on a panel
Just enough heat to get the tinning flux to react with the metal and then to melt the lead. Extreme heat would result in discoloration of the metal and warpage. It’s important to keep the torch moving.
Do the window felts/fuzzies need to come out also to have room to slide the vent glass out?
You shouldn't have to remove the window felts, but you do want to be careful not to damage them if you'll be re-using them. Once the lower adjustment stud/screw clears the window felts, the vent window should slide forward and into position with enough room.
I’m doing this on my 67 GTO and learned that I had to remove the upper door molding. It was blocking the track and I couldn’t get the window high enough to slide it out. The outer window felts/fuzzies are attached to it. Also, I needed to remove the inner felts/fuzzies to help remove the vent window. Suffice it to say, having all the trim removed makes things easier. Fantastic videos, by the way. Super helpful!!
Ausleys Chevelle should have those dash mounting grommets
Ausley's is one of my preferred suppliers but I haven't been able to find the dash mounting hardware kit through them. If you have a link, I'd be happy to include it.
Great tutorial!!! Extremely useful!!! Thanks for taking the time out to post!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video!!! Very easy to follow with useful information! Thank you sir for your work!!!
Keep checking back for more videos!
I just did the exact repair on the inner lower cowl on my 66 chevelle. I've never tackled a project like this before and its been a learning experience. Glad i found your channel for tips and tricks theres a ton more metal work to do. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching and for the comment!
Awesome video!!! Thank you for taking the time to make and post this! Very detailed and easy to follow!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Very well done and detailed video. Very helpful in getting my glass in my 66 Chevelle project. Thank you!!
Thanks for watching!
amazing time lapse.
Many thanks!
Would a 65 be any different? Same principle?
'64-'65 might be slightly different, but same principle for sure.
Thank you for the video! Very detailed and from someone that just wants to learn how to do it on their own without a mentor or taking it in to a shop I appreciate it! You made me more confident in tackling my project
Glad the video helped! Good luck on your journey. FWIW, when I restored my first car almost 25yrs ago, I didn't even know where to start!
Good explanation. Removing, installing and adjusting movable glass can be a royal pain in the butt in some cars and trucks.
That's for sure! I've used more than a few curse words on many an occasion. LOL
im your 2nd subscriber :) I have a 67 chevelle collecting dust in the garage.
Thanks for the subscription! I've been documenting a number of builds, but just now getting around to posting them on CZcams. Stay tuned for more of my '67 build and if there's any specific content you might be interested in I'd be happy to upload videos if I have them. Good luck with your build!