Naked but Not Afraid | 1985 Fiero 2M4 Revival - Part 9

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

I have no idea what the guy narrating was talking about. There's nothing here about the thesis of this video being "Good Enough". Unless... Unless what I just wrote is what he was talking about? Damn, he's good.
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  • @RonaldFinger
    @RonaldFinger4 жыл бұрын

    Ayooo I've been awake for over 24 hours editing this video. If there's any mistakes, feel free to ignore them. I am a sleepy boy and am going to take a long sleep. I hope you are all well and also hope that you guys enjoy the video.

  • @damongambuti

    @damongambuti

    4 жыл бұрын

    sleep cycle cancelled soz 🗿

  • @minecraftmaster490

    @minecraftmaster490

    4 жыл бұрын

    You well deserve it Ronnie! Thanks for the video!

  • @dylanfreeman2973

    @dylanfreeman2973

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ronald Finger sweet dreams 😘

  • @cheetahgaming3642

    @cheetahgaming3642

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ronald Finger damn I’m early son 😂

  • @claytons4789

    @claytons4789

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sleep br0ther

  • @ollilehtonen6764
    @ollilehtonen67644 жыл бұрын

    *This series is sponsored by:* -Blue Thread-locker -Automotive enamel paint -Leftover Metallic paint

  • @Shane-Singleton

    @Shane-Singleton

    4 жыл бұрын

    And Eastwood Pre Paint Prep,

  • @DetroitNerd

    @DetroitNerd

    4 жыл бұрын

    And PB Blaster

  • @lekaozinho

    @lekaozinho

    4 жыл бұрын

    - mineral spirits - jb weld

  • @jheist6794

    @jheist6794

    4 жыл бұрын

    Harbor freight

  • @morganlewis2667

    @morganlewis2667

    4 жыл бұрын

    ACME Rivet Gun.

  • @brendantaylor6879
    @brendantaylor68794 жыл бұрын

    Me: Pssh, restoring an old Fiero? Why would I want to wa- *9 episodes later* Also me: That...window regulator...is so beautiful... *wipes tear*

  • @Flyby-1000

    @Flyby-1000

    4 жыл бұрын

    About 5-6 months ago I was actually looking to see if someone restored or is restoring an old mid / late 80's Toyota MR2.... No one was, but I found this... Close enough...and I'm hooked. He's doing a great job. I'm currently in the midst of restoring some portions of my '92 Jeep Wrangler YJ. I feel his pain, even more so, cuz I don't have a sand blaster 😪...

  • @dragonbrownies517

    @dragonbrownies517

    4 жыл бұрын

    I didn't think anyone would love any 80s cars that came from GM besides myself until I came across this Fiero. Totally puts my restoration to shame! However its also my daily and whatever I replace/restore I must have it drivable by Monday morning. Well...not now because of the COVID-19 shutdown. I've had my S10 Blazer for over two years now and its just now ready for paint.

  • @jasonmitchell43

    @jasonmitchell43

    4 жыл бұрын

    I look forward to these uploads like people used to get jacked for new seasons of GoT. Winter is coming mofos!

  • @jasonmitchell43

    @jasonmitchell43

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@dragonbrownies517 My first car was an 88 Beretta GT. I'd love to see someone do a rebuild on one of those. I love these shitty little 80s GM cars. Pure nostalgia.

  • @brendantaylor6879

    @brendantaylor6879

    4 жыл бұрын

    The Fiero was always a fascinating car to me, and really a bizarre experiment from GM. So glad it exists. But the rivets. WHY IS EVERYTHING RIVETED

  • @tavarish
    @tavarish4 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing build and a monumental effort editing this and putting it all together! Keep up the great work, and don't forget to take a rest!

  • @Scrubdi

    @Scrubdi

    4 жыл бұрын

    hello Tav!

  • @EpidemikE1

    @EpidemikE1

    4 жыл бұрын

    q lo q hemanito!

  • @1blisslife

    @1blisslife

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m sure this guy has been wrenching every day Tav! You’re right though... rest is very important indeed.

  • @thaiefahmed9561

    @thaiefahmed9561

    4 жыл бұрын

    You better start a project out of no where and end it out of no where

  • @niranjanyadavny

    @niranjanyadavny

    4 жыл бұрын

    great Tavarish..i follow your videos too on youtube. and its great to see that you support and spread your good words to other KZreadr's too.. respect to you man..

  • @adanbaldonado
    @adanbaldonado4 жыл бұрын

    The whole car moves so everything is a moving component

  • @johntheurer2265
    @johntheurer22654 жыл бұрын

    Most other companies: Bolts and nuts. GM: RIVETS! RIVETS EVERYWHERE!

  • @claytons4789

    @claytons4789

    4 жыл бұрын

    Rivets are the most reliable way of saying "don't move". That's why they use rivets, bolts and nuts can vibrate free and rivets can't.

  • @johntheurer2265

    @johntheurer2265

    4 жыл бұрын

    Clayton S Which makes perfect sense, they just suck when you have to take them off

  • @claytons4789

    @claytons4789

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@johntheurer2265 yes they do.

  • @wingracer1614

    @wingracer1614

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's not just GM. I once made a deal with my mother, let me use her Ford mini van for a road trip and I would replace her bad passenger side window motor. Had to remove 5 or 6 rivets to do it. Fortunately is was actually really easy once I figured it out.

  • @Gearhead1432

    @Gearhead1432

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, and that segment gave me flashbacks of replacing window motors on a 4th gen Camaro.

  • @Suburbanhotrods
    @Suburbanhotrods4 жыл бұрын

    Ronald: “the fiero has a lot of rust” Me: laughs in Northeastern

  • @SnoopyCoupe

    @SnoopyCoupe

    4 жыл бұрын

    Even though I'm also in TX, I thought the same thing. I've *seen things* from fellow NE auto buds. Things that would make me throw them away and find another one.

  • @microbuilder

    @microbuilder

    4 жыл бұрын

    As a Minnesotan, that gave me a good chuckle. As an ex-Texan, I totally get it.

  • @RonaldFinger

    @RonaldFinger

    4 жыл бұрын

    The quote was actually “a little bit of rust in a lot of places” which was true! Haha but yeah I’ve seen how bad northern cars can be

  • @Suburbanhotrods

    @Suburbanhotrods

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@RonaldFinger trust me i get it, its just most of my project cars are if the floors and frame are good its a good car, so im jealous of you southerners

  • @bityard

    @bityard

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@RonaldFinger In Michigan, most cars die either of accidents or rust. But mostly rust. I'm really digging this series by the way. Every bit as entertaining as Project Binky, but with less tea.

  • @peter11612
    @peter116124 жыл бұрын

    Everytime I finish an episode, I'm hit with the sadness of nothing to watch on this build. If you have found this series and you are just binge watching it all, you are very lucky. I'm jealous.

  • @dustybizzle1

    @dustybizzle1

    Жыл бұрын

    2 years later, I'm feeling a sense of appreciation for being able to do just that!

  • @peter11612

    @peter11612

    Жыл бұрын

    @@dustybizzle1 still watch these when they come out, great channel

  • @Bluebarracks

    @Bluebarracks

    Жыл бұрын

    i watched them when they were being released for the first time and now i just binge them randomly i think im on my 4th or 5th rewatch

  • @kg_canuck

    @kg_canuck

    9 ай бұрын

    Lol i was one of those poor souls who found the channel early. It was a nailbiter thats for sure😅

  • @shawno8253

    @shawno8253

    9 ай бұрын

    Imo its not the same. When bingeing you dont get the anticipation of a new episode.

  • @a-aron5691
    @a-aron56914 жыл бұрын

    Ronnie Finger: Yeah, I don't want to call this a full restoration because it's not going to be perfect or anything. Also Ronnie Finger: Ugh, these brackets on the inside of the door that hold another bracket that comes into contact with the window regulator that no one will ever see ever is too rusty. *Slaps roof of sandblaster* Whelp! Time to do an intensive 15 hour hand restoration on these bad boys.

  • @FiremanJR02

    @FiremanJR02

    4 жыл бұрын

    Also also Ronald Finger: JBWelds holes in roof

  • @a-aron5691

    @a-aron5691

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@FiremanJR02 Hey man it's practically bondo or something. I'm sure it's all fine!

  • @zezoner

    @zezoner

    4 жыл бұрын

    A-aron I dig what your doing. I’ve seen people pass off worse as a full resto. It’s been fun to watch your progress since you dragged it out of that hole.

  • @Shahska1

    @Shahska1

    4 жыл бұрын

    Well it's what you are happy with and what makes the car safe to drive

  • @samueljadefelix
    @samueljadefelix4 жыл бұрын

    “You could very easily hurt yourself, and I don’t want that, I care about you, I love yo- but mine is completely empty so I’m safe to work on it” hahahahaha 😂😂

  • @blahuhm6782

    @blahuhm6782

    4 жыл бұрын

    my heart swelled right at that moment... but that edit just hurt a little. maybe next time we'll get a long gaze into the camera after such a declaration

  • @grimson

    @grimson

    4 жыл бұрын

    That was great. Every episode he works in subtle humor with one lol moment.

  • @DaytonaRoadster

    @DaytonaRoadster

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love you too King!

  • @aswallace88
    @aswallace884 жыл бұрын

    22:30 Ron's Mom: "Honey, have you seen the good beach towels?" Ron: "Ummmmmmmm... Nope, haven't seen them!"

  • @silasmarner7586

    @silasmarner7586

    4 жыл бұрын

    I wuz gonna say ..! hah hah!

  • @gigacell

    @gigacell

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thought the same 😅 "Where does the black spots coming from, honey?" 🤣

  • @BogieboyChris

    @BogieboyChris

    4 жыл бұрын

    I thought the same thing!! LOL

  • @michaelt9593
    @michaelt95934 жыл бұрын

    I’m gonna be bummed when this project is over :( It’s been so much fun to watch the progress!

  • @cvic9842

    @cvic9842

    4 жыл бұрын

    he says he's already bought the next project car, so still some content to come

  • @LionTree

    @LionTree

    4 жыл бұрын

    Michael T ; I believe it was mentioned in episode 7. He also has other content on the channel but the fiero content is by far the most popular. So...it was implied that he had something else (car related) coming up! Yaaaay!!!

  • @slhopf
    @slhopf4 жыл бұрын

    Imagine being able to feel your hands while working on cars in the Winter

  • @sturmtiger305mm

    @sturmtiger305mm

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yea that would be a weird feeling. I only work on my cars with 2 pair of gloves, pants and shirts, and one jacket.

  • @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge

    @GlamStacheessnostalgialounge

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're not a man until you replaced rusty seized brakes at 11 PM at -15 Celsius. Please don't ever be a man.

  • @michaelj7069

    @michaelj7069

    4 жыл бұрын

    -30 brake job in my garage in January with every heater I could find. Fun times that was.

  • @ronaldwarren5220

    @ronaldwarren5220

    4 жыл бұрын

    I moved from Michigan to Arizona about 4 years ago. You are speaking the absolute truth!!

  • @normanfillmore3490

    @normanfillmore3490

    4 жыл бұрын

    Laughs in Texan...

  • @tetereres
    @tetereres4 жыл бұрын

    I have been restoring cars for most of my 54 years of life. You are doing everything right. Keep up the great work.

  • @BakaVHS

    @BakaVHS

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have never done any serious vehicle restoration in my entire life and I agree with this guy

  • @Beencheeling

    @Beencheeling

    8 ай бұрын

    If you have watched part 8, do you agree with the part where he has left the front bumper as it is or he had to do the full thing

  • @cw12s7

    @cw12s7

    7 күн бұрын

    ​@@BeencheelingSometimes in a restoration it depends more on how far you want to take it rather than what is "correct" with something like that, it's up to him to decide

  • @goldlamp574
    @goldlamp5744 жыл бұрын

    "I may look like a 6'3 24 year old, but in reality im a teeny tiny baby. I NEED THAT COOL AIR."

  • @angelorusso3219

    @angelorusso3219

    4 жыл бұрын

    Born and raised in South Florida so I know the heat and humidity combo... then I went to Texas... in August 1992 for basic training... Lackland AFB, San Antonio. He's no baby... let the boy have his A/C!

  • @TheOneTrueHeavy
    @TheOneTrueHeavy4 жыл бұрын

    "good enough" tears down the whole front end for a 2 inch surface rust spot

  • @yuvvrajkperson
    @yuvvrajkperson4 жыл бұрын

    "This Motor is poopoo" -Ronald Finger 2020

  • @WAdiS21

    @WAdiS21

    4 жыл бұрын

    and that slow-mo window opening progress :D

  • @tateeames1227
    @tateeames12274 жыл бұрын

    Jesus it’s been a year and we finally take our relationship to the next step. I love you too

  • @DanHendricks
    @DanHendricks3 жыл бұрын

    this is a lot more satisfying to binge re-watch after you slowly watched them trickle out the first time :)

  • @DaftDucktool
    @DaftDucktool4 жыл бұрын

    You know, once this series is regrettably over, please consider restoring another car just like this one. I know the amount of work that you put into this project and editing these videos but you’re seriously good at what you do and an absolute joy to watch. You prove you don’t need expensive tools and a marble-floor garage to restore a car, just passion. As a content creator, you’re one of the best. I know you’ve got other projects to do after this car is finished but I’d hate this to be your last car you restore. This series is just too darn good.

  • @scotte2815
    @scotte28154 жыл бұрын

    what came out was "a nice shade of not drinking enough water" yep, I know that color

  • @christopherwilson9861
    @christopherwilson98614 жыл бұрын

    His dry sense of humor just makes me so happy.

  • @Joe0400

    @Joe0400

    4 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love his humor

  • @angelorusso3219

    @angelorusso3219

    4 жыл бұрын

    I guess the window humor is over now...

  • @n84434
    @n844344 жыл бұрын

    The amount of love you're showing this Pontiac is amazing... Great job

  • @konnor.r
    @konnor.r4 жыл бұрын

    JB weld is the way, i just recently JB welded my thermostat housing on my fiero. works like a charm

  • @DEADPEDAL
    @DEADPEDAL4 жыл бұрын

    Those HAVE to be the fastest Fiero windows in existence.

  • @andytaylor1588

    @andytaylor1588

    4 жыл бұрын

    Just the driver's side one. The other wasn't mentioned, so we can assume it is not even greased. LOL

  • @DEADPEDAL

    @DEADPEDAL

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@andytaylor1588 Au contraire! It was mentioned! Watch again!

  • @Cammi_Rosalie

    @Cammi_Rosalie

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mine are faster... * turns manual window cranks rapidly on my '84 Fiero SE * One thing I have learned though, even though the car is relatively tiny, I can not reach the passenger window crank from the drivers' seat. that center console being so high, I can't lean over it. I have to get out and walk around the car to put the passenger window up or down. Then... Seatbelts: "Let me sing the wind-song of my people.. flpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflpflp....." I need to fix my AC too.. I actually need to recreate the events of this entire video series. (except my interior was not a science experiment in mold cultures)

  • @Ashstrodamus1

    @Ashstrodamus1

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Cammi_Rosalie Imagine trying to get laid in a Fiero. I can assure you it is damn near impossible.

  • @kirkm1976
    @kirkm19764 жыл бұрын

    "The theme is good enough" Proceeds to repaint one of the cleaner Fiero chassis I've seen in years and sandblast the wiper linkage. In all seriousness, solid job. The realm of "good enough" typically involves Bondo and Plastidip. This is solid work

  • @TheRealXyzven

    @TheRealXyzven

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right? Makes you wonder what his "as close to pristine" and "Wowza" factors settings are! LOL

  • @tylerr676
    @tylerr6764 жыл бұрын

    i liked just for the intro XD, "lets put the paint on the car" *literally puts tins of paint on car*

  • @quinnwatson951
    @quinnwatson9514 жыл бұрын

    Ronald finger: Mentions thread locker ChrisFix: *Intensifies*

  • @TommyTombstone

    @TommyTombstone

    4 жыл бұрын

    Soapy wooder

  • @slozenger9000
    @slozenger90004 жыл бұрын

    To be clear. No, we do not ever want this finished. 100 episodes, forever and ever please!

  • @adamsfusion
    @adamsfusion4 жыл бұрын

    When you shown the holes, the first thing that came to my mind was to just use JB Weld and call it good, and that's exactly what happened. That's the level of good enough I can appreciate.

  • @c0wb0yTV
    @c0wb0yTV2 жыл бұрын

    i love all the time travel gags, i've watched the series all the way through 3 times now. thank you for making this

  • @yissilmissil
    @yissilmissil4 жыл бұрын

    I was sitting here excited going, "The windshield is next YES YES YES!" But I've learned a new appreciation of patience with this series haha

  • @ajsaracina8380

    @ajsaracina8380

    4 жыл бұрын

    Oh just wait until you watch Project Binky

  • @homelesstoaster9208
    @homelesstoaster92084 жыл бұрын

    He uploads Everyone: happy doggo face

  • @dalerobertson9394

    @dalerobertson9394

    4 жыл бұрын

    GAF

  • @nickfury1279
    @nickfury12794 жыл бұрын

    If this is one of those Fieros that has the economy-ratio transmission option, you can get 50 mpg on the highway. Eat your heart out Prius

  • @asm6239
    @asm62394 жыл бұрын

    Omg, this is my favorite serie at YT. Shout out from Brazil ✌️

  • @chrisevans7416
    @chrisevans74164 жыл бұрын

    Ron I'm a 58 year old Millwright from Canada and I have watched all your videos .I look forward each one . I don't know what your plans are in life ,but I think you have found your calling. Best no BS restoring on KZread Cheers from Canada

  • @marcryvon

    @marcryvon

    4 жыл бұрын

    Agreed ! This young man has talents and great work ethics. Bright future.

  • @JustcallmeGnarly22
    @JustcallmeGnarly224 жыл бұрын

    Are you kidding me?! 43 min a pure Fiero content? I'm going to enjoy this!

  • @IrchaMan

    @IrchaMan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I sure did :D

  • @Onemoretake01

    @Onemoretake01

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cant get this material anywhere else on any media source.

  • @TravisReddell

    @TravisReddell

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'm more excited about this than any movie release in the last two years

  • @jsmith034086
    @jsmith0340864 жыл бұрын

    I just binged this series today. I can’t get enough. Dude, you’re crazy talented!

  • @user-te1le7ck6b
    @user-te1le7ck6b4 жыл бұрын

    Been here since day 1 , your perseverance and sheer doggedness is spectacular, enjoy every moment with that car you earned it 👍

  • @Davids70Chevy
    @Davids70Chevy4 жыл бұрын

    When you see that 43 minute length :)))))

  • @tydontdy3459

    @tydontdy3459

    4 жыл бұрын

    THATS WHAT SHE SAID - Michael Scott voice

  • @jacksonreed4261
    @jacksonreed42614 жыл бұрын

    Love these series man , I’ve been here since the start , can’t wait to see it finished !

  • @bobpearson5070

    @bobpearson5070

    4 жыл бұрын

    Man you have guts! Tearing apart a window regulator! Love the series!

  • @wiedietie
    @wiedietie4 жыл бұрын

    I love the 80's sounding music in the backgrund 💖💖

  • @Francey4782

    @Francey4782

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sounds a bit like Tangerine Dream?

  • @just__dave
    @just__dave4 жыл бұрын

    It’s great to see a project series like this where Harbor Freight tools are being used. Just goes to prove that the right tool for the job is the tool that works!

  • @dannyedwards9946
    @dannyedwards99464 жыл бұрын

    Me : it’s time to go now Slow window gag : was I a good boy? Me : no.... I heard you were the best

  • @claudiasalas218
    @claudiasalas2184 жыл бұрын

    I feel so emotionally attached to this series that I don't want it to end

  • @Floris_VI

    @Floris_VI

    4 жыл бұрын

    Any good story has a satisfying end and i have no doubt this one will be too

  • @curvs4me
    @curvs4me4 жыл бұрын

    When cords break the belt flips from uneven tension. Great job on the car. I appreciate the way you do it, truly. Not just paint

  • @AlexisRubik
    @AlexisRubik4 жыл бұрын

    This is much better than those typical car restoration programs on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.

  • @sloth0jr
    @sloth0jr4 жыл бұрын

    This series has given me a real appreciation for automotive engineering: all those weird, custom parts, someone had to think about how they'd be designed, manufactured and integrated, at a cost point. My gut check is that the Fiero looks like a huge bag-on-a-side hack once peeked under the skin - any automotive engineers out there? Is the Fiero par for Detroit 80s, a particularly nasty job, or is this just how you do it in the industry? It seems like the Fiero in particular had gigantic packaging problems to consider. If there's anyone from the Fiero design or development team watching this, would love to hear their comments.

  • @Suburbanhotrods

    @Suburbanhotrods

    4 жыл бұрын

    sloth jr not part of the development team but gm only gave the fiero $400m to develop the car in 2 years which is considered as a insanely low budget and insanely short r and d time, remember most cars around this time had budget of $1b. The fact the fiero created a lot of new manufacturing techniques and had a masses produced space frame which was and still unheard of. Lot of good reading on the development of the fiero it’s really interesting.

  • @muskokamike127

    @muskokamike127

    4 жыл бұрын

    A couple of things: 1) you wouldn't see any of that and for that matter, there wouldn't BE any of what you're seeing is because this was the first and only vehicle produced in north america with a space frame/body system. Most had unibody where the body is the frame. Or body on frame. 2) The fiero is a parts bin special. It was cobbled together using a lot of existing parts from existing vehicles. The whole engine and drive train is the front wheel drive system from the citation (I think that's what it was from). 3) For eg, the window regulators. That's what they were like. Stamped steel parts. They did the job for decades so why over engineer them? The newer systems are a cable drive system which doesn't last hardly as long. A Bentley uses an over engineered complex chain and gear system and they break as well. 4) I'm not sure why you say this is "particularly nasty", have you SEEN new cars? Everything is plastic. GM sierra and chev pickups are notorious for breaking door handles why? because they are all plastic NOT steel like this one is. Could you maybe point out what you feel is a particularly nasty piece? I've been working on cars since the late 60's and I can tell you: cars are NOT any better built today. I don't care if it's an Aston Martin or a Corolla. The problem with newer cars is they've been designed and engineered by millennials who want to show off their skills instead of building a quality product. I'll refer you to the F150 IWE system where the 4wd front hubs are engaged all the time, and are only DISengaged when the vehicle is started and the vacuum disengages them. They fail constantly. They area also controlled by a switch at the top of the engine bay that filled up with water, failed, and that water ran through the system down to the IWE and froze them. Not to mention the seals around the actuators would fail so they wouldn't fully disengage and grind and cause vacuum leaks in the engine. Another example is with F150's. Ford thought it was a brilliant idea to put foam in the rear inner and outer fenders. The issue is this foam absorbed and trapped dirt and moisture and caused them all to rust out prematurely. Or the holes they put into the rocker panels to allow paint etc to get in and how did they plug these holes? with gaffer tape. Which falls off in the first month causing the rockers to rust out. It would have been far better to NOT apply paint/rust protection in there and seal it up. They would have lasted 10x longer because nothing could get in in the first place. I could go on but trust me on this: newer cars are NOT any better built or engineered.

  • @morganlewis2667

    @morganlewis2667

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@muskokamike127 All those rivets! I only know the inside of my newer 94 Mazda MX-5 NA made in Japan and man am I glad I didn't have to deal with drilling out and re-riveting components. I even could refurbish the window motor unit. Everything screwed and bolted though making and replacing cables WAS a major pain in the ass.

  • @TractorPrepper

    @TractorPrepper

    4 жыл бұрын

    Every manufacturer has a different way of doing things. No company doesnt cut corners. And for years GM has used similar designs and they do well for them. Even luxury companies like ramge rover or BMW. I'm a body technician and I'm always working on all sorts of cars so dont argue.

  • @cryingleftists2290

    @cryingleftists2290

    4 жыл бұрын

    If all these engineers thought about making typical maintenance stuff easily accessible then I would be happy. Every year they make it harder and harder to get to.

  • @awesomepwn12
    @awesomepwn124 жыл бұрын

    *Ronald Finger:* I want to wrap this project up *also Ronald Finger:* (sees small dent in back) Time to rebuild the entire bumper

  • @PurpleKaf

    @PurpleKaf

    4 жыл бұрын

    buys a whole new car

  • @EmetYAHU
    @EmetYAHU4 жыл бұрын

    This series proves that joy is not in the destination but in the journey. With $25K worth of parts, labor, fluids, paint, & TIME (pay yourself standard mechanic rate) you invested, you are left with a well sorted period correct 80’s basic Fiero (not even the cooler GT version) eventually worth about $5K. I wouldn’t make that trip... Still, great to watch someone ELSE do it XD

  • @falco621
    @falco6213 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to miss this series so damn much when you finish. I hope you find another ginormous project to take its place after you complete the assembly. Your videos are awesome and fun to watch.

  • @rugged04270
    @rugged042704 жыл бұрын

    honestly if this series had a few hundred more episodes id be down for that

  • @michaelrupp4338

    @michaelrupp4338

    4 жыл бұрын

    The concours fiero😂

  • @ahu747

    @ahu747

    4 жыл бұрын

    If you want endless restoration there's Project Binky. It's been in the works for more than 5 years. And the end I nowhere near.

  • @adidasfan91
    @adidasfan914 жыл бұрын

    "...that will be really soon. So until next time, I will see you guys later." "Hey Google, set an alarm for 5 months from now."

  • @douglaslippertindy
    @douglaslippertindy4 жыл бұрын

    You may be eager for your project to end, but I am really going to miss these videos. What a fantastic job you have done to save this unique car, Ronald. Hat’s off from this “40 years your senior” fellow car guy.

  • @NoelKerns
    @NoelKerns4 жыл бұрын

    24 year-old kid, starts his video with a dad joke. This dad approves!

  • @armybrother81
    @armybrother814 жыл бұрын

    "a nice shade of not drinking enough water" 😂

  • @thatclintguy

    @thatclintguy

    4 жыл бұрын

    that's how my pee looks when I think I am drinking enough water...hahaha

  • @GARDENER42
    @GARDENER424 жыл бұрын

    Someone remind me again how the young people of today have no dedication, no staying power & no patience... You're a star Ronald.

  • @stefanoliessi8722

    @stefanoliessi8722

    4 жыл бұрын

    GARGLER42 .... he is an anomaly, be it, a very good one.

  • @TheMonkeyscribe

    @TheMonkeyscribe

    4 жыл бұрын

    He’s an anomaly in any generation.

  • @Nickscassera

    @Nickscassera

    4 жыл бұрын

    He's like 1 of 5 known in existence

  • @mrpoohbearlvr

    @mrpoohbearlvr

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Nickscassera Well...watching all 9 episodes, 10PM -till 5AM today!!! I have to go 'adjust' my first post about Ronald, in his Q&A video. What episodes addressed the tires? Price, type, purchase etc....did HE even mount them and balance himself ?? It is 5am and I am punch drunk now.....

  • @hayksamvelyan
    @hayksamvelyan4 жыл бұрын

    Love this series. I remember watching the first two episodes years ago, thankfully part 9 just popped up on my feed so I got to rewatch the whole thing from the beginning. You’ve made amazing progress and I’m honestly blown away by how much more thorough and meticulous you got as time went one. Please drive the car back to the original owner when you’re done and film their reaction

  • @MarcusD4444
    @MarcusD44444 жыл бұрын

    It is amazing how watchable this is. Your sense of humor, and time you take to explain what you're doing is awesome. I look forward to every episode. Can't wait for the next one for the Fiero, and can't wait for your next project car after that. Keep up the good work

  • @eegw1199
    @eegw11994 жыл бұрын

    That shower curtain idea is real clever. Learn something every day.

  • @erinfink6056
    @erinfink60564 жыл бұрын

    Well, this got me out of bed.

  • @MrGothicruler666

    @MrGothicruler666

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same!

  • @v8foraheart884
    @v8foraheart8843 жыл бұрын

    The heat shrink on the door cables. The shower curtain moisture barrier. So many amazing ideas. I have you to thank

  • @BogieboyChris
    @BogieboyChris4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for showing all this..I have really enjoyed this.. I had a 85 Fiero.. I was 20 years old.. mine was black..with grey interior..dark tinted windows..I was in College at Ohio University..I loved that car..had speakers in the seats.. my wheels were a bit different.. I'm 55 now...Yikes!!

  • @wmcguire1979
    @wmcguire19794 жыл бұрын

    I literally woke up, sat in my family room, coffee in my cup and watched at 6am this morning.

  • @JuanPabloContrerasC

    @JuanPabloContrerasC

    4 жыл бұрын

    nice william :D

  • @AlexWhyte901
    @AlexWhyte9014 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to be sad when this series is over. I really like your videos. I hope you have a new project lined up!!

  • @dtownLaydowns
    @dtownLaydowns3 жыл бұрын

    Of all the builds I’ve seen, this is the one I really want to see one day at a cars and coffee in person.

  • @Cog_In_The_Gear
    @Cog_In_The_Gear4 жыл бұрын

    This series keeps me sane. Not even a car guy, just a maker. Thank you so much!

  • @show-me-retro
    @show-me-retro4 жыл бұрын

    Hopefully you will be doing a cost breakdown at the end...really curious about cost and man hours. Great job, can't wait for the next installment!

  • @aaronrichards2842

    @aaronrichards2842

    4 жыл бұрын

    ya...that a/c pressure setup probably isnt cheap

  • @houseofno
    @houseofno4 жыл бұрын

    The air conditioning retrofit was a really COOL way to end the video. Couldn't resist the pun. Great job on the car!

  • @Johnboy1701
    @Johnboy17014 жыл бұрын

    Hey Ronald, I am absolutely in awe of what you have done to that car. Your attention to detail is outstanding even to the point of fixing and painting things that will never been seen unless it's a show car, which as you've said it isn't. As far as it eating you about the alignment of the body panels in the front being off by five millimeters or so I wouldn't let it bother you or for that matter even fix it. It's what makes the car unique, just like you. Bravo on your project, enjoy it you've earned it.

  • @jamesmccann3228
    @jamesmccann32284 жыл бұрын

    Started watching ths because my 5 year old is obsessed with the hotwheels version of this car... Kept watching because it's freaking amazing!!!! Thank you.

  • @chilael6892
    @chilael68924 жыл бұрын

    The description is what playing 4D chess looks like.

  • @Jose_LopezCasillas
    @Jose_LopezCasillas4 жыл бұрын

    Nobody talking about the little donkey at 20:10 smh

  • @maryannanderson1744

    @maryannanderson1744

    4 жыл бұрын

    I saw it. So so cute

  • @MrCalldean

    @MrCalldean

    4 жыл бұрын

    Did a couple of double takes. Wasn't quite sure I'd seen it at first. :|

  • @jmorris023

    @jmorris023

    4 жыл бұрын

    “What do you want?”

  • @markfriesen1435

    @markfriesen1435

    4 жыл бұрын

    What I want to know is does it talk like Eddie Murphy

  • @Ogma3bandcamp
    @Ogma3bandcamp4 жыл бұрын

    While you are online Ron, and giving out hearts, just to let you know you are excellent and thanks so much for your work from Ireland. Stay safe bro.

  • @jackdmacon6573
    @jackdmacon65733 жыл бұрын

    I now have a 1985 Pontiac Fireo Gt that I have high hopes of "restoring", thank you Ron for the inspiration. I am still discovering things about these little cars that I find as crazy cool, the sunroof storage under the bonnet which I thought really made sense to me.

  • @HellcatCustoms
    @HellcatCustoms4 жыл бұрын

    The Fiero sans panels looks straight out of Mad Max. Can't wait to see it all painted and shiny!

  • @SnoopyCoupe

    @SnoopyCoupe

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know, right? Now I want a Fiero-Kart.

  • @dans.7002
    @dans.70024 жыл бұрын

    The only thing missing in these videos is you slowly growing an 80s style mullet.

  • @JerryDLTN
    @JerryDLTN4 жыл бұрын

    36:15 That reminds me of a time a car dealership repair dept. guy said he was going to report me to the EPA if I didn't fix the slow leak in my A/C system.

  • @georgeshaikh131
    @georgeshaikh1315 ай бұрын

    Ronald just proves it's not the tool brand that gets the job done it's the person and their skillset. Amazing results with harbour Freight Tools!

  • @Womtek1
    @Womtek14 жыл бұрын

    "What was clear is now a nice shade of "not drinking enough water" " :P

  • @joegislason
    @joegislason4 жыл бұрын

    I really hope you continue projects like this in the future. Your attention to detail along with your sense of humour are really enjoyable.

  • @mrjockey87
    @mrjockey874 жыл бұрын

    Man, I dont want this to end. This series has me transfixed at every episode.

  • @NostalgiaPicker
    @NostalgiaPicker4 жыл бұрын

    Great Channel Ronald! I have a 86 GT that I've dropped the motor out of, replaced the clutch, Installed new Spark plugs, Replaced a brake line, new fuel pump, and new alternator. Today I'm going to replace the clutch master cylinder. You channel has taught me a lot. Thank you for the time it takes you to create, Edit and upload. Us Fiero folks appreciate it. Congratulations on a successful channel!!

  • @G04C4
    @G04C44 жыл бұрын

    The theme “good enough” automotive language for over kill for a daily without killing myself.

  • @josesenna965

    @josesenna965

    4 жыл бұрын

    G04C41 -Fact of life just gotta live with polishing a turd lol

  • @greg1268

    @greg1268

    4 жыл бұрын

    G04C41 his “good enough” is other peoples “doing a great job”! And by other peoples, I mean me!

  • @CynHicks
    @CynHicks4 жыл бұрын

    If I see one more Raid Shadow Legends ad I'm going to go give it a 1 star review even though I've never played it! Lol

  • @bobvanalphen8078
    @bobvanalphen80784 жыл бұрын

    This is by far the best car renovating series on KZread.

  • @tylerbarbier8483
    @tylerbarbier84834 жыл бұрын

    "Especially in Texas, where it's summer for all four seasons, except maybe a few weeks." Me: *Laughs in Floridian*

  • @Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes

    @Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes

    4 жыл бұрын

    51 yrs, born and raised in the Tampa FL area - I've been to Texas................ - FL is much hotter and muggier -

  • @Flyby-1000

    @Flyby-1000

    4 жыл бұрын

    Agree 100%, born and raised in S. Fl...now in St. Pete... Florida where it's summer all four seasons, except MAYBE a few DAYS!!!🤣😎

  • @kaleta9483

    @kaleta9483

    4 жыл бұрын

    * laughs In Australian *

  • @TommyMacsWorkshop

    @TommyMacsWorkshop

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@kaleta9483 Just was about to post this!

  • @gutsledoggo

    @gutsledoggo

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TommyMacsWorkshop*sighs in Mojave Desert person*

  • @nathanludovina5111
    @nathanludovina51114 жыл бұрын

    "In actuality, I'm a teeny tiny baby". This series is so good! I've been watching for a while, finally subscribed. Can't wait to see this project finished!

  • @Scrubdi

    @Scrubdi

    4 жыл бұрын

    timestamp?

  • @JBsC6

    @JBsC6

    4 жыл бұрын

    Get the AC working..put in windshield and body panels

  • @jefftheall5975
    @jefftheall59752 жыл бұрын

    These episodes are so good. Congrats on a great series.

  • @CobraChick
    @CobraChick4 жыл бұрын

    The sand blaster is a miracle, need it for some skin care rn

  • @Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes
    @Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes4 жыл бұрын

    For those that care: I've personally retro-fitted dozens of cars from R12 to R134 and flushed the system in this very same way, only I used - (1) a quart or so of Turpentine poured thru the entire system (Except the dryer and compressor which were replaced with NEW) (2) a half Gallon or so of Lacquer Thinner, to remove the Turpentine- (3) a few bottles of cheap Dollar store Medical Alcohol to remove traces of Thinner and help dry everything out (after each liquid, blow lots of compressed air with a rubber tipped blower on one end and a catch bottle on the other end, at first you will notice lots of metal particles, old rubber hose, bits of worn out compressor and other trash coming into your catch bottle, but after each step, it gets cleaner and clearer) Next step is to blow compressed air thru everything you flushed to dry the entire system - and then use the recommended New refrigerant oil (R134 type) in each component, where you add a few oz's to the evap, a few to the dryer, a few inside the condenser - each car is different, so check your specs! Back in the day this was an all day thing, but if you want to remove every trace of R12 Oils, and flush everything really good, this is what you did- After the new Compressor and Dryer are bolted up and everything is sealed again, attach system to evacuation pump and allow to pump down to negative 25-30lbs of vacuum at least an hour or more, and check to see if the system HOLDS a vacuum and you're ready to charge with R134- I have seen many people skip this type of thorough flushing, and their system failed within the first year due to the old R12 oil turning the new R134 oil to like a cottage cheese consistency looking goo As I've said, I have done MANY and never had one come back

  • @blackbird8632

    @blackbird8632

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mad-Duk Machine Works you mean my ac system does not like cottage cheese? Just kidding, thanks for the extensive write up!

  • @cks796
    @cks7964 жыл бұрын

    The last time I was this early he'd just started the project. Looking goooood!

  • @homelesstoaster9208

    @homelesstoaster9208

    4 жыл бұрын

    Rageborne I like 🚘

  • @96mike1
    @96mike14 жыл бұрын

    Honestly, these videos have given me an appreciation for everything I do to my car. I got a barely respectable ‘14 Civic, and I’ve turned it into something reliable but I never noticed the things I did here or there until I saw this series. Makes me want to film the mechanics I do honestly.

  • @10kados52
    @10kados523 жыл бұрын

    I love how this channel isnt full of bs, its just all good content.

  • @BossaNossa1
    @BossaNossa14 жыл бұрын

    Ronald, I can imagine the day when you turn 50 years old and still own the only and mean only fully restored factory original Pontiac Fiero in the world! And it will roll across the auction block with a starting price of $1,000,000! hun..?

  • @TheJoecb

    @TheJoecb

    4 жыл бұрын

    With the smoothest rolling windows and wipers anyone has ever seen.

  • @PseudoResonance

    @PseudoResonance

    4 жыл бұрын

    idk if it's rolling across any auction blocks after the work he put in lol. too precious.

  • @calumrife

    @calumrife

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheJoecb Oh buddy I got a good laugh outta that one. LOL

  • @cass71291
    @cass712914 жыл бұрын

    I just became a Patreon supporter. Sorry so late in the game. I completely enjoy your EXCELLENT videos. You have accomplished so much bro. Carry on Ronald !

  • @darrelpetrie8793
    @darrelpetrie87934 жыл бұрын

    I`m getting ready to do the same thing to a Mercury Capri. It`s in a little better shape. I call it a twenty footer. Looks good from twenty feet away. The closer you get the more you have to fix things. After buffing and waxing my car it really helped bring out the dents. Now I see a paint job in my future.

  • @theowinters6314
    @theowinters63144 жыл бұрын

    I have been loving the time travel subplot running through out this whole series. :)

  • @Tarkov.
    @Tarkov.4 жыл бұрын

    Oh no he's going to bondo the holes OH NO IT'S JB WELD

  • @SnoopyCoupe

    @SnoopyCoupe

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, JB Weld in that application is just fine. It's not structural. Was very happy to see that as opposed to body filler (which would just make the rust worse, usually...) I've got a welder, but until I got one, JB Weld (and other epoxies) were invaluable.

  • @ArtSproul
    @ArtSproul4 жыл бұрын

    This has been one phenomenally great project series.

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