Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
The Lizard!
Fixing hidden rust and body panel issues on a 1970 Ford Torino GT? In this episode we remove the front fenders on our 1970 Torino GT “The Lizard”, showing the real-world pitfalls, stuck bolts, and practical tips you need to avoid damaging panels or losing your alignment.
In this episode we cover: fender removal order, common mistakes, hidden fasteners, and prep work for upcoming cowl removal.
Driven by Passion, not the YouTube Algorithm.
Today we’re tearing into The Lizard, our 1970 Ford Torino GT, and walking through the complete process of removing the front fenders—the right way. This isn’t a highlight reel; it’s a realistic look at what actually fights you on a 50+ year old Ford. From rusted hardware and buried fasteners to alignment shims that love to disappear, we show you what will slow you down and how to deal with it.
So why pull the fenders at all? Because if you’re planning a cowl removal or cowl replacement, this step matters. Removing the fenders gives proper access to the cowl seams, inner structure, and problem areas that cause windshield leaks, wet carpets, and long-term rust damage on classic Fords. This episode sets the foundation for future videos where we’ll dig into the cowl removal process and address the root of the problem.
Whether you’re restoring a Torino GT, working on a 1970–71 Torino, or tackling classic Ford bodywork, this video will help you avoid bent sheetmetal, cracked paint, broken bolts, and lost panel alignment.
Fender removal pitfalls we cover
Hidden and hard-to-reach fender bolts
Rusted hardware and broken fasteners
Fender-to-door alignment and shims
Core support and inner fender attachment points
How not to damage paint and edges during removal
Why this matters
Removing the fenders correctly now saves hours of frustration later—especially when prepping for cowl removal, rust repair, or major bodywork. This is step one in a larger plan to fix The Lizard the right way.
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Upper Cowl Panel 1970-71 Ford Torino Ranchero Mercury Cyclone Montego: D0OZ-6502010A
Lower Cowl Panel 1970-71 Ford Torino Ranchero Mercury Cyclone Montego: D0OZ-7602018
Episode 317
Sponsors:
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Jford@autorestomod.com
Insta: @autorestomod
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#AutoRestoMod #TheLizard #1970Torino #TorinoGT #FordTorino #ClassicFord #ProjectCar #Restoration #Bodywork #FenderRemoval #CowlRepair #GarageBuild
The Lizard!
Fixing hidden rust and body panel issues on a 1970 Ford Torino GT? In this episode we remove the front fenders on our 1970 Torino GT “The Lizard”, showing the real-world pitfalls, stuck bolts, and practical tips you need to avoid damaging panels or losing your alignment.
In this episode we cover: fender removal order, common mistakes, hidden fasteners, and prep work for upcoming cowl removal.
Driven by Passion, not the YouTube Algorithm.
Today we’re tearing into The Lizard, our 1970 Ford Torino GT, and walking through the complete process of removing the front fenders—the right way. This isn’t a highlight reel; it’s a realistic look at what actually fights you on a 50+ year old Ford. From rusted hardware and buried fasteners to alignment shims that love to disappear, we show you what will slow you down and how to deal with it.
So why pull the fenders at all? Because if you’re planning a cowl removal or cowl replacement, this step matters. Removing the fenders gives proper access to the cowl seams, inner structure, and problem areas that cause windshield leaks, wet carpets, and long-term rust damage on classic Fords. This episode sets the foundation for future videos where we’ll dig into the cowl removal process and address the root of the problem.
Whether you’re restoring a Torino GT, working on a 1970–71 Torino, or tackling classic Ford bodywork, this video will help you avoid bent sheetmetal, cracked paint, broken bolts, and lost panel alignment.
Fender removal pitfalls we cover
Hidden and hard-to-reach fender bolts
Rusted hardware and broken fasteners
Fender-to-door alignment and shims
Core support and inner fender attachment points
How not to damage paint and edges during removal
Why this matters
Removing the fenders correctly now saves hours of frustration later—especially when prepping for cowl removal, rust repair, or major bodywork. This is step one in a larger plan to fix The Lizard the right way.
👍 If this video helped, like, subscribe, and comment
Have you pulled Torino fenders before—or found something worse hiding underneath?
Subscribe and Join the Rebellion
autokrafters.com
Upper Cowl Panel 1970-71 Ford Torino Ranchero Mercury Cyclone Montego: D0OZ-6502010A
Lower Cowl Panel 1970-71 Ford Torino Ranchero Mercury Cyclone Montego: D0OZ-7602018
Episode 317
Sponsors:
autokrafters.com
Jford@autorestomod.com
Insta: @autorestomod
patreon.com/gasolinemedia
#AutoRestoMod #TheLizard #1970Torino #TorinoGT #FordTorino #ClassicFord #ProjectCar #Restoration #Bodywork #FenderRemoval #CowlRepair #GarageBuild
