I stripped my Vintage Aston Martin DBS
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- Back on the DBS V8! Lots of you seem to like this car the most, so join me today as we do a final strip down so we can finish the metal work.
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Original colour is beautiful.
Agreed 😎
Hiya. Just want to say I'm really enjoying this restoration. I'm Bob Rose from Northampton. I'm an ex cosworth engine builder. And I also spent a few years working with Desmond small in olny Buckinghamshire working on Aston Martins and helping to restore them from DB4 and DB5/6 and any thing newer that came in. So I'm really looking forward to following this build ..kind Regards Bob Rose.
Good work. This is great content on a fantastic car. I love the original colour too.
The original color is a dream, isn't it!
Thank you! Lots more on the way. Loving making the videos as well
That original blue was gorgeous!
It’s very striking!
Great show, Charlie.
Good to see you dive in with both feet. Yes, I use the freezer bags, and enclose notes and drawings in the bag for reassembly. I take pics of the notes for backup.
When the time comes for plating, lay out each assembly and take photos with a label in the pic of what you're looking at, so reassembly time wont tax your memory. I have a premade "LH" and "RH" sign that I use in most shots.
Suggest the hinges go in, then you hang the doors on them.
Mark those hinges, as they do vary.
Hinge pins are individually lapped. New pins come oversized, so its machine work to get them perfect.
When you're correcting your doors, get the vertical curve to match the B-Pillar curve, and front wing. This will really make the body. Gaps are very important. Will explain in person hopefully next month.
Cheers
Awesome content as always, and it is a joy to see the effort you are putting into saving these cars. The original colour is so lovely. I can't believe anyone would want to change it.
Thank you! I think I will paint it that colour. Very unique!
Method I use for elaborate mechanisms - and pipe runs with bends etc. Lay out masking tape sticky side-up then place everything along in order, more tape to secure it all. You can Sharpie all manner of notes all over it. Whack it in a box with a label. Job done!
That’s a good idea! I’ll definitely be doing that from now on!
@@HudsonAutoFilms Nice one. I've got stacks of ice cream tubs with project parts all in order with notes. Also, with copper pipe runs I set everything up dry fit, tape it all together with wide yellow masking tape and write all flow directions etc where they're needed. Saves buying elbows and tee's that you already have but are hidden in a crate. Stops me using parts from another project!
An iconic car.
A true legend!
I was a bit nervous when you were removing the glass. I know you said you were going to wrap it up and store it away. I’m sure you already know this but please don’t store it laying flat. It’s a mistake that I have seen before. With the curve of the glass makes for a small contact point and a lot of over hang. The glass can crack easily with just its own weight. Always store your glass standing upright and well supported.
Absolutely, it’s padded on all the edges and stored safely upright now. I just needed to lay it down ready to wrap it up!
One of the things that makes your videos better than other channels is that you narrate step by step- very excellent!
Thank you! It’s hard to find a balance. Some people say I talk too much! But I’m trying to find the balance between informative and satisfying progress!
@@HudsonAutoFilms believe me for what you do the talking is WAY more important. Don’t change anything! You explain things so that even a novice can understand- that’s the key!
Keep buying cars and making more videos- this could turn into to a good money maker for you!
Hello, I've enjoyed following your progress over the last couple of months and wish you good luck. If you need to replace the rubber seals around your quarter lights, please let me know. I found it an absolute bugger of a job and made some detailed notes for when I finally get round to doing the other side; I can dig them out and send them to you if you need them at an appropriate time. The wires in the door by the way are for electric windows, cigar lighter (in the armrest) and courtesy lighting (in the bottom of the armrest, to illuminate the ground when you get out in the dark). All the best, Ian
Very much enjoying it. Well done 👍
Thank you! I’m glad you’re enjoying. Much more on the way!
We’ve just found the Chanel. Fantastic and looking forward to catching up on other episodes. Vint-tro.
Thank you! I hope you enjoy. I’m about to start posting the next build series. I’ve enjoyed your channel many times, I must have watched the Aston re-spray video 20 times!
Hi from Australia, I follow your post with great interest as I believe it's the only way most of us could afford a classic Aston. I could have bought a DB4 back in 1973 in London for 700pounds but bought an Etype instead for same money because it didn't have bumpers and I rang Newport Pagnell and it was 400pounds for a new set. I knew then I could never afford to own an Aston and bought the E type.
I had been a panel beater for about 15 years and I wouldn't be sanding the aluminium too much as you are only going to make it thin with the obvious results. We only file the metal to see the low and hight spots of the metal and panel beat accordingly, but the file is long and straight. Machines will not straighten a panel, but follow any imperfections, but are good to takeoff the old paint. You have to use Bondo it's just part of panel beating, it's either that or "Lead" and a lot of lead will ad a lot of weight" Not sure you can lead aluminium anyway. The only way to get a panel straight is to use a long hard rubber block, about a foot long, by hand. If you would like some more advice just ask and I'd be happy to advise. Regard Ted
Keep up the great work, Like OE colour. G from NZ
Thank you! Me too, very unique
Just found your channel and already hooked! Nice one!
Yay! I’m glad you’re enjoying! So much to come!
love watching the builds. keep it up!
Thank you! Lots more coming!!
Loving the videos! I vote for focusing on the stripped car first and tackle the red one at another date. Just my suggestion
I like the balance. It keeps me sane switching between the two. But certainly the stripped car is coming together a lot quicker!
Thoroughly enjoyed that vid! Looking forward to the next instalment already! Cheers from fellow DBS (6 cylinder vantage) owner!
Thank you! So much more to come! I’d love to see pictures of yours! My email is in my about section :)
@@HudsonAutoFilms great! There are two little vids on my CZcams ‘channel’!! All the best!
a brilliant glass removal quite scary £ replacement cost
Thank you! It was a tense moment…
I’m now subscribed
Thank you! Lots more content on the way!
You did a nice job and pretty much. The windows on my Alfa Romeo are not glued but just in rubber. A very good method to take out a front window, is to take these wooden things you use to hang your laundry on. Split them and use the halves between the rubber and the frame. Then you push them towards the glass and the front window, inclusive rubber, will loosen. You need many of these halves. But it work very good. Put the windows in a place where no sparks from metal grinding can come. They will leave an ever lasting crater, tiny, in the glass. Keep it up. Regards from Belgium.
The wooden laundry things - are called 'pegs' 😊
What a cool shop you have with 2 Aston Martins being worked on!
It’s quite surreal! I feel very lucky to be around them
It’s quite surreal! I feel very lucky to be around them
Door handle: Jaguar XJ6 Mirror; Mercedes w115
Quite right!
I had my heart in my mouth during the glass removals....i had to make a strong cup of Tea....Well done there. Shes looking so good all stripped....pardon the inference! Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Cant wait until next week. all the best and God bless.
Thank you! It was a tense moment!! Lots more on the way! Best wishes
Looking forward to seeing for you can repair the chassis rails on the red car or race car front end
It will be an exciting process! Media blasting is my next step!
Quite why a previous owner would be offended you have the car is beyond me, unless they were responsible for some of the bodges of course.
There's a really easy way to avoid getting your fingers cut on those glass trim clips. Put some gloves on.
Looking forward to the next instalment and subscribed!
I often do! But I always seem to forget they’re there. I’ll put my hand on the car and it’s too late!
Strange about the last owner. But I think he was the bodger!
@@HudsonAutoFilms Possibly worried his handywork was about to see the light of day and the ribbing he would get!
Great videos fella keep it up
Thank you! Lots more on the way :)
Watching you remove the glass made my toes curl!
It was very tense…
I am worried about your glass. Duvet or no duvet, you didn't leave it on the floor, did you?
I am still very impressed by your dedication. And by your very articulate commentary.
No don’t worry, I just put it there ready to wrap up. It’s now very well padded and stored upright.
Greetings from Dublin, loving the content, sincere word of advice though, long pants, long sleeves and a pair of safety shoes(20 bucks at Aldi/Lidl) will make life a lot less “switchable”.😳😉
Thank you! And yes I must come winter. It’s just been so boiling!
Hi from Australia, Don't leave the masking tape on too long or you'll have trouble getting it off. Regards
I’m following this closely
It’s all coming together, I’m a few weeks ahead of the videos now…things are really starting to shape up
Be thankful the screens are not bonded in, however they are on the Beta and that is not a fun job, so you should be prepared for it. I used a ‘cheese wire’ technique on mine which works ok is. The main problem with original Beta bonding is that there is a wire within the bonding which was originally used to heat it up during the install process and that gets in the way of the cutting. Fortunately modern bonding techniques do away with that.
You're a brave man taking on this level of restoration. I can't help but wonder why this car had so much filler on it. Good luck and I look forward to following progress.
apparently it was vandalised.
Thank you! I think it was to make it look like a newer V8 model. Still very strange though
words of advice. take a ton of pictures before disassembly. it will be a blur when u go to reassemble!
I have done! I’ve made that mistake before!!
the door may have a red light to comes on when its opened. (your red shell car has these) bottom corner of part under the latch still on the vertical piece. it should have power door locks too. i think it connects to the inside door handle. then obviously power windows. that wiring is so bad though, whoever worked on that should be ashamed.
another spot to check for rust is in the engine bay under the interior fan box. its sealed with a foam that traps water.
It’s remarkable some of the poor jobs that have been carried out. People didn’t care for the DBS for so long.
Yep I checked there. Luckily all solid!
Great video and work. Really enjoying to see how the project is moving on.
How did you first start playing around with cars?
Thank you! My early start was with landrovers. But my father always had old cars in sheds. So it’s been around since I was very young. So naturally I now have my own collection of rust!
Are you going back to original color? Cool channel
Thank you! I’m unsure. The purist in me says yes, but there’s certainly colours I’d prefer
Loving the shorts
Essential work gear!
Whatever you do to this car… make sure you drive it when it’s done. Don’t park it. You must enjoy it.
I absolutely will. Hoping to take it down to the south of France when it’s had a shakedown
Great videos. Amazing work. Could you number each vid?
Thank you! Sure, I’ll edit the titles
I really hope the guy who was offended that you now own it, was the bloke that bodged the silver paintwork...😂
It definitely was! I bet he’s embarrassed that I’ve exposed all his bodge work!
@@HudsonAutoFilms hahahaa...brilliant !!! 😀
That V8?Aston has to be olive green same as Lazenby’s Bond V6 .. did the acetone get the paint off the seat??
It is tempting! I haven’t tried yet, but I’ve just ordered some :)
I have really enjoyed watching this but just a little advice get one of those pointless repair guys I. To get rid if a lor of those small imperfections. You don't want to keep sanding down that aluminium as it is its so easy to don't that soft metal good luck oh also was his original a V8? if not and it was a 6 cylinder I have seen a couple of 6s with transmission/gear box on market place for 15k
That’s definitely a good idea. I’m unsure how easy it would be to over sand and think the metal? What are your thoughts? I’ve sanded it quite a lot and it’s still very thick. But that’s mainly to remove divots. Will definitely get a pro to pull the little dents.
Yes it’s a DBS V8. They’re usually a bit more than the 6 cylinder cars. But definitely would like to find one for 15k! That’s rare nowadays
The metal thickness is just something to be mindful of. I have a 76 AMV8 and I have a few ripples and dents down the sige of the bonnet because people can not stop leaning on it, it's quite annoying
You should always wear gloves. It may seem soft but a gash on just a finger is going to put you out of action for a bit of time and is not what you want. Great content though. Keep it up!
Absolutely agree. I get rather excited and jump into work, but I’ve not got some good gloves!
Jag XJ6 internal door handle?
I’ll have a look. I wouldn’t be surprised!
USA doesn’t know what a boot or a bonnet is (trunk hood)
I think they’ll get the idea!
Think Agean is pronounced Azz Gee Ann
Ever wondered just how much hand work is involved in a hand built car? This from the highly Skilled Andy Kussick: czcams.com/video/iEFoYfa_Z5w/video.html
Question it’s been said a go’er is 70k but do we see these hitting half a million in which case the basket case projects now become viable there’s so many people put effort time money into kit cars which are sadly worthless in comparison to a restoration on a proper classic these people would jump at a basket case antique Aston so maybe sit on the projects as is not chop them up into restomods
A really nice matching numbers car is around 250k. But this one being non matching wouldn’t get near that. But I think restored to original spec, bar the engine - it would be a great usable Aston for under 80k
Looks like the anti corrosion protection level on a mega dollar Aston Martin is comparable to the cheapest allegro, also non existant, considering an Aston would have spend at least the first 15 years of its life in a garage
I think the only reason many of them still exist is due to being kept inside. They would all be piles of rust otherwise