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VVG Restoration Station
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If you had a mullet as a kid and you were destined to own a Firebird or Trans Am then you are right at home here. Finding and restoring any year Firebird in any condition including rusted in half. The goal is to show anyone thinking about restoring a car at home with limited space and tools it can be done. We conquer everything bumper to bumper, even high end restorations!! We hope you enjoy our CZcams channel and watch us grow, stay tuned!
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Want to paint your car? Where to start and the steps for the best possible finish.
Want to repaint your car? No clue where to start or the process? No worries get a pen and paper and we will cover all the important steps to get the job done.
Watch entire build here
1969 TransAm project Mockingbird
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Watch entire build here
1969 TransAm project Mockingbird
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Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds goodies? Buy apparel here
Check out our CZcams store or this link my-store-cf6b8e.creator-spring.com
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Modifying fiberglass parts for proper and cleaner fit.
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Hood inserts for the 1969 tribute trans am don’t fit so great, how to quick and easily make them look much cleaner and line up. Watch entire build here 1969 TransAm project Mockingbird czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUI2IoP7YUETH5g4M6u2zsSk.html Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds goodies? Buy apparel here Check out our CZcams store or this link my-store-cf6b8e.creator-spri...
Returning car back to the owner since 1975
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After a complete restoration owner finally gets his car back and gets to see and go for a drive.
Window regulator repair, 1/4 glass isn’t going up or down first gen f-body
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Removing interior panel and regulator assembly to repair broken guide. Firebird or Camaro how to get it apart and adjusted back into place Watch entire build here 1969 TransAm project Mockingbird czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUI2IoP7YUETH5g4M6u2zsSk.html Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds goodies? Buy apparel here Check out our CZcams store or this link my-store-cf6b8e.c...
How to strip paint off plastic parts, quick, easy and ready for paint
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Cleaning 50 years of paint jobs of plastic parts can be difficult. Found a simple way to remove paint with less damage then hand sanding and way quicker! I have stripped multiple layers from headlight surrounds, grilles, and interior parts with this technique. Watch entire build here 1969 TransAm project Mockingbird czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUI2IoP7YUETH5g4M6u2zsSk.html Like what you see? Want...
Applying body filler, when to use guide coat, type of sand paper and block selection.
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Applying body filler. How much and where, sanding block selection and what paper to use. Restoring a 1969 firebird and showing the entire process here for you to see and learn how to tackle a few of these things yourself. Watch entire build here 1969 TransAm project Mockingbird czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUI2IoP7YUETH5g4M6u2zsSk.html Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds ...
No seats? No worries! Let’s go for a ride. Project mockingbird goes around the block or did it?
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Taking the mockingbird for a drive around the block first time since reassembly. Doing some road testing on a 1969 Pontiac firebird that is going thru a total restoration and wanted to verify things are good to this point. Watch entire build here 1969 TransAm project Mockingbird czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUI2IoP7YUETH5g4M6u2zsSk.html Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds...
Test fitting and mock up why it’s so important and how to fix the issues.
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Body working is the foundation for the best paint job but in order to have a good base to body work mocking up test fitting all the panels is essential, plus how to fix the issues. Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds goodies? Buy apparel here Check out our CZcams store or this link my-store-cf6b8e.creator-spring.com See More videos czcams.com/users/VinylVillageGarage?s...
Door gap clearance issue SOLVED! I am disappointed in the why.
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Trying to solve the mystery on why the door swings into the fender while opening. It clears but not by much. Don’t want paint chips when it’s done, need to find a better solution. Like what you see? Want to get your own Gotta save them birds goodies? Buy apparel here Check out our CZcams store or this link my-store-cf6b8e.creator-spring.com See More videos czcams.com/users/VinylVillageGarage?su...
Choosing the best body filler for your restoration
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Choosing the best body filler for your restoration
Ball joint inspection are they loose or not? How to inspect LSA suspension
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Ball joint inspection are they loose or not? How to inspect LSA suspension
Feeling the BLUES, Painting prep and final color on project mocking bird total restoration
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Feeling the BLUES, Painting prep and final color on project mocking bird total restoration
Filling the gaps without body filler, 1969 Firebird restoration
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Filling the gaps without body filler, 1969 Firebird restoration
Setting body gaps, getting them dialed in for preparation of body working
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Setting body gaps, getting them dialed in for preparation of body working
Installing subframe back onto 1969 Firebird
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Installing subframe back onto 1969 Firebird
Fired up, starting an engine for the first time. How to wire it up and make it run
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Fired up, starting an engine for the first time. How to wire it up and make it run
Work day! Diagnosing a blow by issue bad engine or maybe not.
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Work day! Diagnosing a blow by issue bad engine or maybe not.
Pointless video, upgrading from a pointed ignition to electronic, very simple mod you can do.
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Pointless video, upgrading from a pointed ignition to electronic, very simple mod you can do.
Keeping things cool 🥶 installing a power steering cooler, radiator, and transmission cooler
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Keeping things cool 🥶 installing a power steering cooler, radiator, and transmission cooler
Saying goodbye to the great pumpkin from the VVG
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Saying goodbye to the great pumpkin from the VVG
Transmission installation on project mockingbird, how not to destroy the front pump.
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Transmission installation on project mockingbird, how not to destroy the front pump.
Painting metallic single stage, keeping the flake and color even Pontiac metallic blue
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Painting metallic single stage, keeping the flake and color even Pontiac metallic blue
Assembling engine for project mockingbird. Pontiac 400
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Assembling engine for project mockingbird. Pontiac 400
Do I need a Hole in my head? Techniques for Properly locating and drilling holes to mount manifolds
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Do I need a Hole in my head? Techniques for Properly locating and drilling holes to mount manifolds
Firebird subframe assembly a few things you might want to know. 1969 trans am
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Firebird subframe assembly a few things you might want to know. 1969 trans am
Trans found for project mockingbird. Plus GTO for sale
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Trans found for project mockingbird. Plus GTO for sale
Zinc like coating on the cheap and easy, detailing original engine parts to look like new
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Zinc like coating on the cheap and easy, detailing original engine parts to look like new
Flipping the bird, making more room in a small work space and access to the underbody
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Flipping the bird, making more room in a small work space and access to the underbody
Car body clean up after media blasting before epoxy priming.
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Car body clean up after media blasting before epoxy priming.
Thinking of media blasting? Things you need to know before you do.
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Thinking of media blasting? Things you need to know before you do.
This is a million dollar paint job!
Do you have the part number for the trinary switch
Hope you are making videos of the high school restoration project being painted in black. Love the videos!
Yup, it will have its own videos. I have been getting the body work done.
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So exciting!!! 😮
Jon, if you had a hood that was high on both sides at the back hinges and progressively tapered towards the front, would you ever consider to slot the hood hinge holes to drop the back of the hood? I have a really nicely painted hood and don't want to beat, bang, and pry on the pristine color. It fits fairly decent everywhere else and I can't see any other way to lower the back. Thanks for any recommendations.
Looks fantastic, did you repaint the grills or are the new ones?
Repainted the original grilles. They where in good shape still
@@VinylVillageGarage looks great, just resprayed mine as well, struggled to get the silver lines good, so was curious on how you did it
@srenmrkandersen4580 i should have done a video i suppose. The short answer was stripped paint, painted grilles silver then taped off the silver then painted the black
Also moisture from water being put on the floor can get trapped in the paint as your painting the vehicle
Exactly! What I was told too and experienced years ago. The why I don’t do it.
I promise you if you blast your car you have no choice but to acid etch the metal if you don't the paint will come back off we just redid a 70 Chevelle because of that
Interesting, what media did you use? If it was soda blasted I could see it having adhesion issues. Crushed coal slag is what I use and it leaves the surface coarse to the touch.
What engine is in Black Betty?
494 Pontiac. Stroked 455, should be a lot of fun to drive. I also swapped it to a 4 spd hopefully it stays together. But if it lets go going upgrade to tko 5 spd
Very good information! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and techniques!
Jon, I know that "flowcoat" is the new hip term on CZcams...but I challenge you to make that as flat and clean as possible with your base/clear, THEN wet sand the complete car with 1200, and re-clear. Then sand again starting with 2000, then 3000. Buff and polish. I've done it several times. It's more work, and not as "hip/buzzworthy" but you will be able to shave in the finish.
lol. I know I can’t. I was thinking a flow coat would expedite the cutting and buffing process and maybe make it where I can start sanding at like 1,000 instead of 600-800. I think it would make it easier to buff when done. I have yet to perfect the buffing process and get all the marks out.
@@VinylVillageGarage Not sure why I have a double comment. I did see your buffing video on the Great Pumpkin...and thought your starting point was a bit aggressive, especially for today's clears. If I were going that hard to get flat, I would definitely recoat. And then sand with much finer grits to buff for gloss.
Jon, I know that "flowcoat" is the new hip term on CZcams...but I challenge you to make that as flat and clean as possible with your base/clear, THEN wet sand the complete car with 1200, and re-clear. Then sand and buff starting with 2000, then 3000. Buff and polish. I've done it several times. It's more work, and not as "hip/buzzworthy" but you will be able to shave in the finish.
Good to know. I will probably end up doing some cutting and buffing when done. No way can I paint an entire car without blemishes
John, would you consider showing sanding a panel with the finer grit 400 and 600 grit sand papers and checking for sand scratches. Keep the videos coming👍
Great content....thanks for the tips... looking forward to seeing more....🔧🔧👍
Excellent information John!! You are the man!!!👍🏽👊🏽
Oh yes I needed this video today brother!!!!!!
I get one right now and then.
Thank you for taking your time on explaining the steps brother thank you very much because it will be the first time I am going to use epoxy primer to seal up a car and then move to the painting process I always did things the old school way and it doesn't hurt to try different things thanks again
So you say body work is not your favorite and then you do two cars at one time.😂😂😂
Yup I don’t like body work. Having a HUGE issue with paint delivery. Lost 3 weeks so i figured would use that time to get back onto my car for a bit. Now both are waiting on primer 🤷♂️
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Boom. It would be cool to see you physically blocking some panels. Love the tips. Thanks
You got it! I Working on that video as we speak. I had a priming video but lost the footage unfortunately 😢.
Thanks for the information! Great tips to get my 442 paint done with good results. I think maybe same paint code as Mockingbird. 69 GM Cameo White? Looking forward to paint video!
Very helpful stuff. The water on the floor changing the humidity makes sense. Thanks for sharing the steps and your personal preferences.
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Paint and material and having bumpers recrown you're probably looking about $30,000 that's not talking about your labor
Thank you so much! My hoods been off for years and I couldn’t figure out why, but now it looks great!
Great video! I just ordered my new bracket for the switch because I’m switching from manual four-wheel drum to power boosted four-wheel disc on my 68 Camaro. 🤘
Right on!
Thank you for your informative video, whats the name of the pen you're using? Looks like it'd be easier than paint, ive got to do my water pump soon so I still have transport lol, ive been mentally preparing myself
It’s a paint marker Kimball Midwest brand they make them in several colors, this belt technique is perfect for what you are doing and confirms proper reinstallation.
Dear friends and fellow car enthusiasts, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to Jon for turning my long term goal of restoring the car into a reality. For years I held onto my Firebird dreaming of the day when I could see it restored to its original glory. After retiring in 2021, with a heavy heart, I decided to sell the car. At the time I listed it for sale, fate intervened. Jon, a fellow bird enthusiast, appeared at my door. From the moment we started talking it was clear that he understood my passion for the car. He recognized my reluctance to let go of decades of memories. Jon saw an opportunity for both of us that I couldn't have anticipated - to restore the Firebird from start to finish on his CZcams channel. It wasn't just about fixing up a car, it was about sharing a journey and fulfilling a lifelong dream together. Under Jon's skillful hands, and with his meticulous attention to detail, my Autumn Bronze Firebird underwent a transformation. Every detail, along with some addons, was meticulously restored to its original beauty, bringing back the gleam and charm of the car I had many years ago Words cannot express how grateful I am to Jon for making my dream a reality. Jon didn't just restore a car, he restored a piece of my history and my heart. To Jon and everyone who follows Vinyl Village Garage, thank you for your support and for celebrating this journey with us. With heartfelt thanks and warmest regards, The Proud Owner of the Great Pumpkin Gotta save them birds!!!
I have a running 67 Firebird convertible blue and I want to sell it
Do a video and add it to your channel and when you do let me know I can add a link and a short segment promoting it if you would like.
I have a 67 Firebird convertible I want to see if she wants to buy it
Hard telling.
I did the same on my Camaro last year. Work like a charm.
Awesome!
Just pay a mechanic to do it and get back to making vvg content!!! (No chance you do this) 😂
It’s the father in-laws truck. I was trying to help out because he is storing my GTO for me.
Knowing you, you probably considered taking it on yourself! Tough break for pops
@@milwaukeemusclecarresurrec5995 well it’s 280k miles and rusted out so unfortunately not really worth saving…….the right way. I will never admit nor deny that maybe a new lifer fell into that hole and engine just mysteriously assembled itself. Crazy part it’s quiet and runs great. He uses it around the farm and knows it’s on borrowed time.
I agree!
Cant win them all I suppose
Looks great! You forgot to fill in the deck lid holes where some clown bolted on a Camaro spoiler. I guess you filled them before final paint.
the spoiler was the owners request. never installed from the factory but it was a dealer option, the only first gen bird that had spoiler from the factory was the TransAm
@@VinylVillageGarage It blows my mind people put those hideous spoilers on first gen Firebirds. It's like painting a d!ldo on the forehead of the Mona Lisa. That being said, that's just my opinion. And, for what it's worth, you could get a toaster installed at a dealer if you were willing to pay for it. That does not diminish the fact that you did a wonderful job restoring the car.
Love it !! 🎉
So glad!
More gooder!! Indeed!! 🎉❤
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Great you are having a good time and you do great work call you the firebird king
I like that!
This is awesome. Great job and thanks for sharing. 👍👍
Glad to help
Budget????? lol
Right! What’s a budget
Im turning my socks with the holes facing up . Gotta get a fresh set of tires.
My favorite response! Love it.
Gotta have priorities in life!
@@twobeards6714 very true.
I did exactly what you did on the spoiler in 2000!
It’s a nice touch and makes It look like it belongs
Oyes well worth it
Came out great. Thanks!
holy crap!!!
Bad day for sure
You got some cool cars
Thanks!
What's the part number for the engine transmission wires
Fb97468a it is correct for a factory 1969 400 engine car with internally regulated alternator.
Hey I just picked up a 67 Camaro and I’m kinda lost on where to start, it needs inner/outer rocker panels replaced and toe board and subframe mounts replaced also any help would be appreciated
I have the great pumpkin series on CZcams it starts with doing rocker panels then floor and toe boards wheels wells. It shows a lot of good info on what you are looking to do. You might check this out 68 Firebird “great pumpkin” czcams.com/play/PL_fkAuewyUUIEOXnKPAEZtpfQ1DKJswpZ.html
Thanks I feel less lost now and I’ll start with cutting out the outer rocker and then move to the inner rocker and then the toe board
Actually , it's when you realise you need to see it running !
That definitely helps
Pain in the duckin ass
297k? That's all the juice out of that orange.
It’s definitely done its job and time to retire this one