I love 2nd Gen Camaros! I'm gonna do all I can to bring this one back!

@user-rt8ik1ow4i

14 күн бұрын

My friend had a 74. That was read the shifter in that is cool if you pull it down to low one or a first gear in the automatic when you're ready to shift instead of tapping it forward. Bump it to the right, just go ahead and slap it to the right. You'll kick up in the second slap it till the right again and it'll Camaro. Did that and I'm pretty sure it was his 74. They could have been the seventy six but i'm pretty sure it was a seventy four and maybe all of them do it so check that out

@user-rt8ik1ow4i

14 күн бұрын

Kevin,you failed to mention the front glass,and how you cracked it,taking off the hood

@user-rt8ik1ow4i

14 күн бұрын

Don't get the fake rs split bumper with lower rectangle parking lights,please get a real split bumper bumper,If you do the fake one,it will look bad,really bad.I hate whoever makes it that way,it's a joke really

@user-tl7hx2hw3i

14 күн бұрын

Only you can prevent unemployment

@bodarville2510

14 күн бұрын

This is the Mayo Clinic for cars!

Since Derek drove that home, it probably has front brakes. The back brakes, we'll pretend we didn't see those. Perfect.

@javybeaz3236

10 күн бұрын

Kevin Tits is a Chip Foose on welfare. Junk yard cars

I’m really happy to see Vice Grip helping Kevin get more recognition and subscribers. Kevin is the real deal and can really offer the next, more internet based generation, a ton of useful knowledge.

@1manshtshowandautobodystuf891

14 күн бұрын

He choses NOT to be as noticed anymore.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

Thanks man!

@swizlstik

14 күн бұрын

Kevin is an OG car guy. He was doing this when Derek was Little Grip Garage

@Bdogg12784

14 күн бұрын

This is the second og Derek has helped get a channels numbers up. Tony Angelo said his channel stay tuned might not of happend if he didn't talk to Derek and get encouragement and advise.

@brucelee6815

14 күн бұрын

Kevin I love how much detail you get into with these videos for those of us wanting to learn looking forward to watching more especially that 280 you recently acquired.

Kevin doesn't get the credit he deserves. I've learned a ton over the last 20 years or so going all the way back to Trucks! Thank you for putting in the effort into your KZread channel it's very much appreciated.

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your kind words!

@leonallen9833

12 күн бұрын

Yes Sir!! Power block tv was my favorite time slot of the week. Before widespread KZread and what not it was a wealth of information and entertainment for a gear head.

@hickeyskustomresto

12 күн бұрын

I own a lot to Kevin also, he's the best at explanations. Thanks Kevin @paintucation I'd also include a thanks to Stacey David, and Car Craft magazine. There are many more but these ppl helped me evolve and push further and further, always learning and bitting off more than I could chew and succeeding anyway.

Makes me happy that Derek has been with both Stacey and Kevin this week. This is awesome that my whole motor vehicle media consumption is coming together.

@javybeaz3236

10 күн бұрын

Kevin Tits is a Chip Foose on welfare. Junk yard cars

Kevin is a legend in fabrication. He’s the greatest auto painter I’ve ever seen. We are lucky that he is creating this channel and we can watch him work.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

I'm humbled!! Thanks so much! I'll try to earn that compliment

@mariocooldude9092

13 күн бұрын

Hahaha he taught me its ok to use regular polyester body filler on plastic bumper covers 😂 no need to pay big $$ for special bumper only stuff

@user-ss5gs2jt8u

11 күн бұрын

Really is he better than the legend the little squingeali SHORTY😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😅😅😅👺👹👺👹😎💤💤💯💯💯💯😊

@kender1412

11 күн бұрын

He's good. I think Robbie has an edge on him in the painting realm, but still...

Way before there were youtube overnight classic car personality cults, there were guys like you. Much aporeciated.

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

Man, you have no idea how humbled I am by this comment. Thanks for your acknowledgement... I've been working hard for a long time to make a difference.

@28704joe

9 күн бұрын

Agree

Awesome love the Camaros to can't wait to see the rest of this car come together.

Man, watching this after vice grip, low buck garage, and zip ties and bias plies… it just like watching TNN back in the day on a Saturday morning! Love the content Kevin! Cheers from Alberta Canada

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

Thanks Eh!!!

@HairlipButcher

14 күн бұрын

Ol peggin leggin zip ties is a freakin riot! U really wanna see his unedited stuff on pareon i highly recommend it. He needs to do a collaboration with vice grip!

@Brokeandtwistedgarage

14 күн бұрын

@@HairlipButcher agreed! Pegs the man!

@nulltugboat

12 күн бұрын

hey man! from Okotoks! Love this guy and VGG, just started watching LBG and his $1 wagon

This is going to be a perfect series for those who can only afford completely trashed beaters to fix up. Thank you Kevin.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

Trashed beaters need love too!!😁

@tobiasbostwick9002

14 күн бұрын

@@paintucation I met you one time at a Southern Middle Tennessee Home Depot. Even though I followed around like a stalker, you were cordial and kind after I finally got the nerve to speak. You're a good dude 👍🏼.

@javybeaz3236

14 күн бұрын

Cant believe Kevin Tits is Back

@geraldscott4302

13 күн бұрын

Dan at DD Speed Shop replaced about 90% of the sheet metal on a '67 Camaro. He really fought with it to get things to line up. Aftermarket repair panels apparently don't fit very well.

@terrencegiordan9812

13 күн бұрын

Missed you for a while glad I found this channel. That is awesome you are making that a split bumper camero. 74 is a ugly year looking forward to your next video. I always learn a lot from you.

I remember when that car was new. I was 14 at the time. A neighbor bought a new gold color Type LT. I've had two second gen Camaros. a '79 Berlinetta and an '80 Z28. That was back in the mid-late '80s. They were in near new condition. AZ cars, zero rust. I remember being upset over a few scratches in the paint. I can only imagine what those cars would be worth today in that condition.

I always wondered what happen to this Camaro. I've been a huge F-Body guy my whole life. I'm happy to see someone gave the Camaro love and attention. Especially the roof lol

You, are a machine man quite impressed that you pushed that in

"Shut up!" I was feeling for you, man. I was always the guy called on to push around someone else's vehicle...Ha!

When you looked at the camera after struggling to push the car and said "shut up", I laughed out loud and had to hit the subscribe button. I've been there myself many times. I usually end up having to use either my lawn mower or my pick up to help move something around the yard.

“Shut up”. I actually laughed out loud at that. I was feeling your pain. Glad you are here Kevin, it’s a great platform fit for you! Been a fan since your first day on another network

I'm glad Kevin is trying to save this one👍💯

Totally the right move to transform this '74 donor into a '70 RS!

Glad to hear you’re doing a 70’ front end and taillights that’s the best Camaro ever in my opinion

Have to admit when you started cutting that roof skin off, I expected the worst. So happy this car will be living a new life now restyled in your competent hands, Kevin 🙂Will be looking forward to future episodes.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

That might have been the end of the project..... I'm glad it was so clean underneath. Not what I expected.

The 1970-1/2 split bumper Camaro is my favorite of all time. I was reliving the struggle and pain as I watched you push that car into the garage. Been there, done that! Feel the muscles burn! If your cardio is like mine, I bet those lungs hurt too! I absolutely love your floor jack. Super low profile and a real retro look. So cool! You have a very relatable personality Kevin. Good sense of timing when to be funny. I did notice the "Here's looking at you Derek" grille damage humor! I discovered you through Derek's channel, but now I'm here for the long haul. Your videos are entertaining, but more important to me, educational. I appreciate that. You keep making them Kevin, and I'll keep watching them !! All the best from Massachusetts! ☮️ on 🌎

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

Thank you sir!!! I really appreciate your kind words. Welcome aboard!

@drewk448

12 күн бұрын

I’m right there with you. The split bumper is one of my favorites.

This is such a cool project. I had a 76 back in high school. Put way too much money and time into it. Love the idea of converting this to a 70-73 style. Will be watching for sure. Kevin is a top notch educator

The split bumper RS front end is the Sexiest front end ever. Fantastic choice.

Dam, you read my mind about creating a split bumper car!!! I would paint it like the Baldwin Motion cars were, but that’s just me. I always loved that paint scheme with the L88 hood.

I’m gonna love this build, that’s exactly what that car needs! A new set of front teeth!!!!! The Split bumper 70 Camaro is a way more attractive car.

@rolandledesma-de7qd

12 күн бұрын

Everybody agrees the split bumper is is the best looking. Stop beating a dead horse.

You took the thought right out of my mind. I'd make a 70 split bumper Camero as well cause it's a good idea and a good start for building the car that you would rather have...

What really love about watching this channel is that he does work like the average guy with the tools most of us have in our garages

The best chop shop in LA couldn’t tear a car down that fast…lol. Love the idea of turning this into a 70 RS clone, my favorite Camero style.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

I'm speedy! Lol!

@shadowopsairman1583

12 күн бұрын

Camaro

Man this was by far my favorite episode. It was funny, it showed educational information for people that may be thinking of buying a project or wondering how deep a project may go, it showed how to disassemble a 2nd gen Camaro, and most importantly it's another Old Car Saved. Great Job!

I grew up around a 73 z28. Love those cars. My dad bought it new in 73 and still has it to this day. It's mint. I'm 40 and still can't wait to drive it lol.

I had a 74 as a teen, never got to drive it on the road because of my own poor decisions, one of my favorite cars.

Kevin I’ve seen you for the first time teaching your tricks to Derek, I’m very happy to have found your channel on your channel

I would love to see this entire project

LOVE those Camaros. Had a 1976 back in the day. Would love to have another one. Will be watching. Thanks Kevin.

One thing is for sure, Kevin does not get the credit that He deserves. I've been watching him since Power block TV days as a young teen. I learned how to rebuild motors do body work and " everything" else !!!! Super stoked about this build, looking forward for the next videos on this build. HOOTS

I love that you’re changing it to a 70 RS! Can’t wait to see more!

It actually brings me a bit of peace knowing that the 74 is gonna live on! Keep it up Kevin... Got a subscriber for sure!

Its so cool seeing you work in a more natural way and not formatted for TV. Always been a big fan!

@paintucation

11 күн бұрын

I like it too! No time restrictions, no network rules. thanks man!

After watching your very relatable struggle to move the Camaro into the shop I was hooked for the rest of the video. I think I remember Derik opened that car on a warm sunny TN day and spent several minutes trying to relate the odiferous qualities to us who were not there to partake.

It was great seeing Kevin and Derrick working on that old Ford truck together!

This episode took me right back to those Saturday mornings or Sunday mornings when you were on Network TV!! Love it!

Graveyard Cars has demonstrated that any car can be restored. Its just a matter of cost. Glad you said "worth saving".

@kenjackson5938

5 күн бұрын

That’s obvious….. but if it was to cost 75,000 to restore this…. Yeah,,, no! Hey how bout $50,000 to restore a Vega…

Kevin is a real pro! Ive done the rusty restoration thing for a long time and i always learn something valuable from his videos !

I like what this guy is doing. and I will keep watching this channel. that's 2 channels I'll be watching out for. Your freand and mine. Vice grip garage.

Hey Kevin.. just like your way of doing things, and your up right honesty ,and the the teaching knowledge! Thank you for that, and all of the years watching you grow .

Glad to hear you are going the 70 RS route,very cool !!! Look forward to your videos on this project and others! Thanks for what you do Kevin! Love the Vise Grip Garage connection.

@paintucation

14 күн бұрын

Thanks man!!! I've always wanted a Split Bumper car. Derek's been a good friend!

@keithfilkins2043

11 күн бұрын

@paintucation I've always wanted one myself, I think they are one of the best looking cars ever built! Good luck with it Kevin!

Been there and done that on my 77 z28. i will be following along because it brings back memories, I did mine before the reproduction parts were so prevalent and right after GM discontinued the originals. I still enjoy mine and it's held up well.

6:29 I love that the cameraman never even attempt to help push the car

Yeah Kevin knows a lot not afraid to work I’ve always been a fan good to see him doing stuff for sure

Looking forward to this build! I met you at SEMA several years ago and you couldn’t have been nicer, and it was cool to see ZedSled in person. I’ve always been impressed with your work and your willingness to help us regular folks.

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

Thanks man... I'm no different than anyone else... I just talk to a camera instead of a therapist! LOL! Kidding, I appreciate you watching.

Really looking forward to this conversion build! I’ve owned 7 2nd gen’s including a 72 RS and 73 LT. glad you can save this one.

Thank you for the next level of saving these rides! Derek finds them, and now you can take them to the next level! I hope you do that and build your channel. No drama, just good clean processing of valuable cars being saved.

Good job Derek at VGG selling this to Kevin. It's going to be a good project!

@Munakas-wq3gp

13 күн бұрын

I have to wonder how Kevin doubted for a second that it had brakes. Everyone knows brakes are the first thing Derek always fixes...

70 rs is cool but the 74 Z/28 was an amazing car with the bold Z/28 graphics!

Good to see Kevin doing What he's good at, been watching him forever and a day probably 20 plus years love is work and explanations

My first car was a 74 Type LT painted flat black. Loved that thing. It too had a vinyl top that had been removed. Roof was good trunk pan/quarter panels/rear frame rails were not.

I was really, really hoping you go the split bumper direction with this. Love love love it...

Great job Kevin . You captured the essence of many a guy working on his non running projects without help to push it uphill. Been there done that . Between You and Vicegrip garage as well as a few others I can still live out my dreams

Honestly Kevin, I've always loved your work on the various shows you worked on professionally, but I prefer this more raw, down to earth content. Thanks for your efforts, this was a great show!

@paintucation

10 күн бұрын

Thanks man! I'm enjoying this format very much. I can relax a little more and not pay attention to the clock. Thanks for watching!

Proper car guy! “We need literally every single piece…. Ok!” Good stuff

I'm so happy this car is getting saved. Build it the way you want it and it will be awesome

That's one hell of a cameraman to watch you struggle to push that car into the shop. I thought you were going to blow a gasket.🤯 Also, I know of a 1972 camaro RS that is for sale. Needs restored, but is in good condition. It was a 4 speed car originally.

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

Well heck! If I'd known where your 72 was maybe I wouldnt have stroked out pushing mine into the garage! LOL!

@ernestthomas3965

12 күн бұрын

@@paintucation it's a couple of houses down from me. I'm in Huron ohio. The car belonged to me about 20 yrs ago. It's been sitting untouched for 15-18 yrs. It has motor and transmission, but not original.

I love those cars. Looking forward to seeing it completed.

Pretty awesome to see someone take one of Derek's rescues and make something of it.

@paintucation

11 күн бұрын

Sometimes the planets align!! :)

Are you sure Derek wasn't at the front the car, preventing you from pushing the car in the shop? 🤣🤣🤣 Hey, at least you got it in there!

I love watching him yrs ago thought me a lot as I was growing to who I am now hope he keeps on this platform and teaching plus keep Derek around to help you push next time lol

@jimmymiller7568

14 күн бұрын

Me too

When you pulled that front bumper, my first thought was to replace it with a split! 👏🏾👏🏾

I picked up a 74 Camaro that I will be tearing into this summer. Perfect timing for me to follow your progress on this build. Thank you for sharing your knowlege, a true master!!

Loved the split bumper Camaros when they came out and I still do 50+ years later. Great plan!

BAM, There we have it!

I really like seeing how you assess the vehicle as you remove the parts. That is helpful to the home hobbyist vs typical KZread will it run vids.

Definitely going to be a killer project! The 2nd gen #Camaro is a staple now in the restoration world and for great reason. They absolutely are a perfect platform for either restoration or modifications. Cant wait to see this one unfold.

@paintucation

9 күн бұрын

Thank you!!! Im really exited about this one!!

LOVE Camaros!! Second gen my favorite. My only Camaro, '76 base model with a 305/auto upgrade and nothing else. Radio delete, the engine was the only music I needed! Lol. Oh yeah, orange with black interior made it look sportier than it actually was. All for $1,700 Canadian in the early '90s. Really enjoyed driving the car for almost 6 years as is(was)! ✌🇨🇦

I'm excited to see this build i love second gen Camaros , my first car was a red 1971 SS 350 Camaro that i bought in 1976 .

I did learn something… I never knew that about unibody cars and rust. I had, for a minute, a 65 Thunderbird. The floors were gone so my dad, being helpful, put two Do Not Enter signs in place! Great video

That’s awesome to see it saved,I have my late fathers 72. When Derek moved close to me I begged him to help just get it going, use it for a video, but no luck yet

I’m so glad you’re gonna put a different front clip on there

If you can make something cool out of that, you are a master restorer.

Oh man I really want to see a full series rebuild of this, nice work got my hands itching!! 💪

I love it! That's the beauty of being a fabricator and painter. You build it just the way YOU want it. Kudos !! Your video's are good for the enthusiast and the guys learning how to do this kind of stuff the right way !!

I feel the same way about 2nd gen Firebirds that you do about 2nd gen Camaros, so I can relate to a lot of this. I can almost smell the mouse pee as you cleaned those nests out lol. There were a ton of nests in the last Firebird I owned. I miss those cars! I'm glad to see you saving this one.

Glad that VGG showed your work on the give away truck! This is a project to follow I like your style I am subbed looking forward to more Hi from Australia 😊

Im going through classic industries for my parts. Doing all the work myself and I never did any of it before should be fun

I like the mix and match Centerline wheels ! It seems like in the 70's and 80's people were competing to see who could put the cheesiest wheels on their car. The guy who owned this car may have won first place in that contest.

No matter what it's being saved is how I look at it. In the future if someone wants to take it back to stock they can. But this will keep it living for many more years to come. Better than letting it continue to rust away or go into a crusher.

Love this project and the conversion from 74 to 70 is awesome. The 74 isn't a Z/28 so you're not ruining a classic Z 👍🏻 saw Stacy David doing a similar project but his Camaro didn't have the correct rear glass like yours so I'm looking forward following this project. Side note I really missed watching all the power block stuff and I was really excited when I found your channel 👍🏻

I really like how the headlight panel kept reinstalling it's self and he removed it 3 times LOLOL

Moving the car into the shop was painful to watch. Looking forward to seeing what it going to look like.

Hate to be the boring guy, but I really appreciate Kevin’s attention to PPE. Love the project, and will definitely follow along

@paintucation

4 күн бұрын

Thanks for that! It's important. :)

I like to watch VGG get these beaters running, but it's a shame they usually end up parked in the treeline again... Nice to see this one found a good home and will be rescued for real, I will be following this one for sure! Greetings from Finland!

I think you're doing the right thing by putting a split bumper front end on it. That car is going to look so awesome 👍

That little continuity slip at 25:33 threw me off for a second lol! Hey! I thought he just took that off?! 😂😂

@paintucation

4 күн бұрын

Ooops! (takes a big sip.... that'll be fine.)

Mr. B. Here ! 🍩☕️👀😎👍. Kevin as a fan of most of GM products of 1973 to 1977 many folk have no love for these years , like the Colonnades as well ! Now I see they have run of the most popular cars , so you many see a little more interest. 😂🤣😂🤣

Thanks for showing how to "Save" a special car.

Thank you Kevin for pushing that car with your legs! I was taught that way back in the early 90’s when I was driving a tow truck. It’s the most direct route from the ground to the car, doesn’t involve your joints for your hands to your feet, and is way better for your back😂👍🏻💪🏻

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

PLUS! your quads are a pretty strong muscle group! even if you're "old an give-out" like me!

Ouch! Hurt my back watching you push that Camaro. :)

Very cool project Kevin! Make it exactly like you want it! Looking forward to following this build😎👍

Watching young Merle Haggerd push a 2nd gen uphill was fun. 😂 Great video, Kevin! 👍🏻

@paintucation

13 күн бұрын

Hey!!!! I know you!!! it was great to meet you both! I love me some long-bed F100! Safe travels friend!

Here we go again Kevin, I love the second Gen Camaro’s I’ve had 3 of them my last one being an 81 4 speed car that sat for 30 years in a garage until I got it and got it in show quality condition before selling it for a new ZL1.

My cousin had a yellow '74 with a black vinyl top. Her neighbor had a nice red '72 Firebird Esprit. I love the front ends on the '70-'73 Firebirds / Trans Ams.