EP2 of How to Chop a top on a 1950 mercury or How to ruin a perfectly good car.

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  • Episode 2 chopping the roof on a 1950 mercury. conversion from 4-door to 2 door Kustom
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  • @gregs.7963
    @gregs.7963 Před 2 lety +44

    Spent my entire working career in the sheet metal layout / fabrication industry and can spot a "pro" with just a few minutes of observation. A true pleasure watching you work. You become one with the metal, and that's what makes it work.

    • @steveveness3829
      @steveveness3829 Před 11 měsíci

      Yes indeed.
      Another man with coachbuilding skills.
      Thumbs up from West Australia😉👍👍

    • @milla698
      @milla698 Před 11 měsíci

      I just enjoy watching good fabrication, some guys are so talented 🎉

  • @eddonovan8733
    @eddonovan8733 Před 2 lety +4

    I just seen the best tool a man can have. A brain. We don t need every expensive tool out there to build quality hot rods. Car looks awesome. Great job.

  • @laurensmith1828
    @laurensmith1828 Před 2 měsíci

    Great work ,it was an honor witnessing you and your craft. Thanks

  • @daleolson3506
    @daleolson3506 Před 2 lety +6

    Thank you for not adding music 👍

  • @vitosanto3874
    @vitosanto3874 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m 82 years old ,started doing Body Work in 1957 was pretty good ,I can’t hold a candle to this guy .

  • @howquick
    @howquick Před 2 lety +8

    Thanks for taking the time to show this. Love watching a master craftsman at work 👌

  • @jefflevoir6127
    @jefflevoir6127 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Absolutely fantastic craftsmanship. No corners cut. Beautiful attention to detail. 👍👍

  • @garymccord4277
    @garymccord4277 Před 3 lety +9

    Cannot believe how great your sheet metal talents are Great video. Keep em coming

  • @user-yz8qm1fp8m
    @user-yz8qm1fp8m Před 4 měsíci

    i Love the shot of the Coupe in the snow. Chopping one of those was my first custom project ever in 1997 at 17yrs old. You could pick those coupes up for under a $1,000 all day long then. I let all my skills and knowledge sit on idle after high school to focus on my career. For over 20yrs of someone telling me what to do for a great pay and benefits. You are really helping me decide to hang it up and retire. I think im going to start a full blown shop where only I work and maybe a Super HoT and Sexy lady to answer the and make appointments . I still have a ton of my tools, English wheel, tig welder, DA sanders, paint guns, hammers and dollys, bead Roller. Everything looks TiTs, tear the bone out of it!!!!

  • @richardsmith-qy6vl
    @richardsmith-qy6vl Před 4 měsíci

    Man your skills are unbelievable i can watch you work all day your channel mike bello and karl fisher or my favorite metal men on you tube i worked as a painter in bòdy shop for close to 40 years and yall are some of the best ive seen thanks for the video.

    • @Theoldironworkshop
      @Theoldironworkshop  Před 4 měsíci

      Man that’s quite a compliment considering both Mike and Karl are professionals and I’m just some air conditioning mechanic living a dream on the weekend.

  • @dgadver
    @dgadver Před 3 lety +6

    Wow! You have a great eye for making the car look like it was chopped when it came out of the factory. So impressive!!! Might have to have you come down to Florida when I retire to escape those winters!

  • @Zaze09
    @Zaze09 Před 3 lety +4

    Good stuff. I like that your videos show a little fab action, and technique, then fast forwards to see end product. I also like how you show the individual steps and tricks. I look forward to seeing more

  • @rand49er
    @rand49er Před 6 měsíci

    Love the profile of the car at the end of the video. Very enjoyable to watch you work. Thanks.

  • @jansondiamond4750
    @jansondiamond4750 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm building a 55 caddy coupe de ville and watching you is just an inspiration and an absolute pleasure to watch thankyou from Derby England 🇬🇧

  • @fantared5263
    @fantared5263 Před 2 lety +2

    Your video popped up into my feed and I’m glad it did. Always a pleasure to watch someone doing it right. Subscribed.

  • @davecochran7324
    @davecochran7324 Před 3 lety +2

    Nicely Done Please keep the show flowing your sense of style and work is Amazing

  • @jeremyvandusen3570
    @jeremyvandusen3570 Před rokem

    Bro 23 years of building hot rods and I have to say I'm simply amazed. Talented is an understatement. Love the metal and it will become what you imagine!

  • @mcy1122
    @mcy1122 Před 3 lety +13

    The care and craftsmanship is impressive. It’s great to see car work that has an eye to detail and talent so I subscribed (even if I don’t “get it” when it comes to chopping cars). The flow of the roof to rear trunk deck is masterful! Thanks for the great content.

  • @oldschool5007
    @oldschool5007 Před 3 lety +4

    Those quarter windows look great. Beautiful job!

  • @zdmcdonal
    @zdmcdonal Před 3 lety +6

    Stumbled onto this video, very cool project! Love the videos, looking forward to seeing more.

  • @perbhjlund1765
    @perbhjlund1765 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi
    really nice work. I myself am a bodybuilder from the old school. Where fiberglass and other fillers were not invented. Where brass and tin were used. AND it places great demands on the design of parts that are manufactured. So it's nice to see someone making video about what craftsmanship is. Again great work
    Many greetings from
    Denmark

  • @streetsmart1164
    @streetsmart1164 Před 2 lety +8

    By the looks of it .. esthetic wise, this four into a two door conversion, is going surpass any original two door chopped Merc. Very clean workmanship.

  • @cameronsmith8730
    @cameronsmith8730 Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome video man really really nice work thanks for sharing your craft.To all the young punters watching this vid take note how slow and steady Baron is.Cheers from Australia

  • @johnkelly6942
    @johnkelly6942 Před 2 lety

    If you decide you don’t like the car I’ll be MORE than happy to take it off your hands! Outstanding job on the chop!

  • @RevengeCustomPaintCo
    @RevengeCustomPaintCo Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is awesome!! Every other four-door-to-two-door conversion I’ve seen usually utilizes the quarters and doors off of a two door car. I love that this is all from the four door you started with. Well done!!

  • @TheBenny808
    @TheBenny808 Před 2 lety +1

    My god this guy needs his own show.

  • @jamesmoon8947
    @jamesmoon8947 Před 10 měsíci +1

    WOW, I've seen some chop's in my day but you!!! Are the Dog's Bollocks.Well done that Man.

  • @nelsontucker4366
    @nelsontucker4366 Před 3 lety +2

    Ya, Ruined ! Lol. Really nice work and a lot of it. I've been a mechanic and later a trim carpenter and I can appreciate the work and hours you've put into the customizing of this car. Hope to see the finished product.

  • @johngrepo9976
    @johngrepo9976 Před 2 lety

    You're video has given me inspiration to chop my shoebox. I've made all the patterns and plans for the work..of course anything can happen..lol

  • @Lucky_Red_Fish
    @Lucky_Red_Fish Před 3 lety +1

    Nice work specially on the rear window and side windows! Thanks for the share!

  • @tombrenes2411
    @tombrenes2411 Před rokem +1

    My 2 cents once done I would draw custom moldings from front to rear
    Hire a carpenter or pro molding guy
    They mostly work with straight molding tell them pie cuts is ok it will be painted and wood paddy
    Then cast it use old spoons forks and butter knives weld bolts under them
    Send to polish shop

  • @bobbyoz8251
    @bobbyoz8251 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks for taking the time to make it.

  • @butziporsche8646
    @butziporsche8646 Před 3 lety +4

    Yeah, I thought I would have preferred it as a hardtop but the slant of the back of the door window frames running into the rear quarter windows is awesome!

  • @wrenchmanhotrods1247
    @wrenchmanhotrods1247 Před 2 lety

    It is wonderful to see a craftsman at work . That will be one beautiful car when done .

  • @od1452
    @od1452 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I'm not an expert but it's clear you know what you are doing. I like it. Looking foward to the finish.

  • @richardsmith-qy6vl
    @richardsmith-qy6vl Před 2 lety

    Wow you are a very skilled man I can watch you work all day .

  • @gavinehringer4341
    @gavinehringer4341 Před 2 lety

    Kewl. I always wondered how they chopped these old cars. This is a masterclass in how it was/is done!

  • @luke3757
    @luke3757 Před 3 lety

    Well I can't believe I found this channel. New subscriber. The quality of work is impeccable.

  • @rickbarger5161
    @rickbarger5161 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice job on that chop and turning it into a two-door really nice

  • @trillrifaxegrindor4411

    amazing work with minimal tools...you are a craftsman

  • @michaelsteffen4887
    @michaelsteffen4887 Před 2 lety

    A copped 50 Merc is the coolest sled out there! Love the 51 Ford too! Awesome Job!

  • @stevencoons450
    @stevencoons450 Před 2 lety

    Great job...looks absolutely gorgeous!

  • @monstersandmadmen
    @monstersandmadmen Před 3 měsíci

    Great video, very insightful. Thanks for not adding music!

    • @Theoldironworkshop
      @Theoldironworkshop  Před 3 měsíci

      Glad you liked it! This was one of the first videos I did. Learning editing is a challenge for sure.

  • @BillyBob-tt7hy
    @BillyBob-tt7hy Před rokem +1

    Great chop, lots of work, great plan.

  • @davidwood1923
    @davidwood1923 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is Some Amazing Work... I Know it Will Help Me in My Builds. Thanks Again

  • @Atlas.X9X
    @Atlas.X9X Před 2 lety

    Great job in this video. Looking forward to more. Thanks for sharing.

  • @chrisconley8105
    @chrisconley8105 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful work, thanks for sharing it!

  • @driller78
    @driller78 Před 7 měsíci

    You guys are awesome...
    I would enjoy you guys revealing one of your projects. I know you don't want to but it's a way to enjoy all the hours people have watched and supported you cool and beautiful people 💜

  • @thomaswhite3831
    @thomaswhite3831 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Nice work right there . Good job .

  • @lencampa9049
    @lencampa9049 Před 7 měsíci

    Wow 👍 love that LOOK N STYLE long sleek lean beautiful. 👍4 door looked nice. but 2 door is right on 😊 excellent video😊

  • @atticautos484
    @atticautos484 Před 3 lety

    What a sweet car. Nice, nice work.

  • @patrickpage3891
    @patrickpage3891 Před 11 měsíci

    I agree about the curves. Modern vehicles absolutely are missing those curves. Love watching you

  • @truthbetold3931
    @truthbetold3931 Před rokem +3

    Great to watch a true craftsman at his trade, thank you for making this video.

  • @jacklioyd8571
    @jacklioyd8571 Před rokem +1

    Looks like you've done this a time or two. I'm sure it isn't , but you make this look simple. Thanks for the feed. Jack.

  • @WildBillFlysRC
    @WildBillFlysRC Před 3 lety +6

    Just Subscribed, looking forward to more! very nice metalwork Baron!

  • @michaelhallas6450
    @michaelhallas6450 Před 2 lety

    Very nice work fitting and welding , alot of work goes into chopping a top.

  • @tombrenes2411
    @tombrenes2411 Před rokem +1

    Awesome content
    Love all the hard work
    Crazy fab skills

  • @craigdavies4189
    @craigdavies4189 Před 2 lety

    Just watched your video, you do great work &😳 WOW you left your grinders safety shield on , crazy you love your hands & fingers too Lol 🤣 It seems nearly every American removes them in build shows , over here in down under 🦘 most blokes leave them because we like our hands & fingers.
    You do beautiful work , keep it up mate 👍🏼😉🚀🛸

  • @rodparker4514
    @rodparker4514 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice work man !

  • @stomper2582
    @stomper2582 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Looks like you are ambidextrous. Comes in handy I’m sure working with your hands. Job is so well planned. Good work.

    • @Theoldironworkshop
      @Theoldironworkshop  Před 11 měsíci

      Yes, I’ve ambidextrous my whole life. Definitely not something most people pick up on.

    • @stomper2582
      @stomper2582 Před 11 měsíci

      @@Theoldironworkshop my dad was too. Could even write with both hands. Very uncommon talent.

  • @bryansouza996
    @bryansouza996 Před 3 lety

    Looks good kept up the good work

  • @alanpaulick7815
    @alanpaulick7815 Před 3 lety

    Watching from sunny Hermanus South Africa 🇿🇦 awesome build and very neat work 🛠

  • @Handbuilt1
    @Handbuilt1 Před rokem +1

    Looking good

  • @michaelpayne8102
    @michaelpayne8102 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job, great video

  • @SkinnyWaterVibes
    @SkinnyWaterVibes Před 11 měsíci

    I listen to Social D when I'm fabricating as well. Great vids man!

  • @jons1972
    @jons1972 Před 2 lety

    Great work, love the music

  • @zeitlerusmc
    @zeitlerusmc Před 2 lety

    You sir are one talented dude.

  • @michealfigueroa6325
    @michealfigueroa6325 Před 3 lety +1

    Not a fan of chopped Mercs but this one has very nice lines and the metal work is superb. Learned something as well Thanks

  • @billgroel4463
    @billgroel4463 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful job thank you for sharing

  • @davidr4332
    @davidr4332 Před 2 lety

    Awesome metal work man Awesome car too ..

  • @therealgaragegirls
    @therealgaragegirls Před 2 lety

    Just wow! ❤️ Subscribed.

  • @martinh1262
    @martinh1262 Před 2 lety +1

    Descubrí en el día de hoy este video y es un trabajo majestuoso! Felicito este gran trabajo!!

  • @butchkuehn8048
    @butchkuehn8048 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Amazing work! This is the kind of craftsmanship I enjoy watching. Bad Chad could learn what real art is watching your channels.

  • @robertpradella6550
    @robertpradella6550 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful work That thing is hot!

  • @jamiecampbell3068
    @jamiecampbell3068 Před 3 lety +1

    Insane. Old world. The only way to roll.

  • @Innochamp
    @Innochamp Před 2 lety

    Excellent job 👍🏻

  • @justvisitingterra6459
    @justvisitingterra6459 Před rokem +1

    NICE TO SEE PEOPLE USING THE "ENGLISH KNEE" OCCASIONALLY JUST TO PERFECT THE CURVE.
    SATT CUSTOM.

  • @chevelleranch7481
    @chevelleranch7481 Před 3 lety

    Very cool man!

  • @josephraimondo426
    @josephraimondo426 Před 2 lety

    Very nice work.

  • @rustyrobinson8027
    @rustyrobinson8027 Před rokem +1

    I always wondered how that was done thanks 👍

  • @MMFH_LIFE
    @MMFH_LIFE Před 2 lety

    Awesome work

  • @randywiddis
    @randywiddis Před 2 lety

    Looks great!

  • @300zxvh45
    @300zxvh45 Před 2 lety

    Younger generations should watch this type of craftsmanship. Then there would be more great cars cruising around and less people queueing up for I.T jobs

  • @michaelbuettner6560
    @michaelbuettner6560 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Amazing to watch

  • @1of1RTR
    @1of1RTR Před 2 lety

    Beautiful metal work 🤙 🇺🇸

  • @donnieslaughter764
    @donnieslaughter764 Před rokem

    Awsome guidance very Inspirational chad is a good teacher and motivater

  • @norwinelizabeth7324
    @norwinelizabeth7324 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Holy moly he knows what he.s doing well done😊

  • @ness126
    @ness126 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Bellissima macchina. Grandissimo lavoro, sei un Ferrari, uomo che lavora il ferro. Bravo

  • @ViaAvione
    @ViaAvione Před 2 lety

    "Mommy's Little Monster!" Thank you for sharing

  • @jimbruce3923
    @jimbruce3923 Před 3 lety +2

    A '51 chopped Merc with '54 Merc taillights is my favorite car. This '49 is going to look awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @robpeters5204
    @robpeters5204 Před 2 lety +1

    Impressive work!
    It would have been nice to see you make the back doors into suicide door style.

  • @felipealfredodeblasiramire7091

    Gran trabajo ,toda mi admiración y respeto

  • @charliekline3975
    @charliekline3975 Před 3 lety

    Awesome job

  • @camreed7073
    @camreed7073 Před 2 lety

    very nice work cheers

  • @cottonroberts179
    @cottonroberts179 Před 2 lety

    Straight-up badass!

  • @angelotsakopoulos6085
    @angelotsakopoulos6085 Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome work, and Social D at 7:50 to boot!

    • @Theoldironworkshop
      @Theoldironworkshop  Před 5 měsíci

      The best. Can’t wait to see social D in April with bad religion.

  • @stevejanka361
    @stevejanka361 Před 2 lety

    I have watched your video three times today in my spare time. Is it me or does that car look better than a two door chop? It just really has a nice stance setting outside. Thanks again and take care. Good luck.

  • @chromefungus2458
    @chromefungus2458 Před 3 lety

    Your shop Playlist...... sounds JUST like mine.

  • @user-dw1vq7pu4b
    @user-dw1vq7pu4b Před 2 lety

    Great work

  • @walkerr.woodle8444
    @walkerr.woodle8444 Před 3 lety

    Nice work