Im teaching my wife to restore my 1969 Camaro!

[onlytherich68]

So I'm getting my wife involved in the restoration of our 1969 Camaro convertible. We have a YouTube channel documenting the process..

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDdofNdm4qt3bZufWjJKcAw?view_as=subscriber

[maroman]

Good luck with that. After almost 50 years of marriage I've found it better they not know how much things cost.

[Z10Mike]

I'm envious.  Looks like you found a good one.  All mine does is complain that I spend too much time and $ on the Camaro's.  But it wasn't an issue before that marriage license was issued, lol.  Time to trade up to one with a better disposition.  Everyone tells me that divorces are expensive because they are worth it!

[onlytherich68]

Actually she seems to be more understanding of the parts and supplies I buy now that she is involved in it... We shall see if it lasts.

[BULLITT65]

I applaud you for taking on such a big project, both in the teaching and restoration. You guys make a good team

[69Z28-RS]

Getting your wife involved in the restoration will help in ALL Phases... 

[onlytherich68]

Here is our latest video showing our efforts with installing the floorpan and firewall part 1..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiYvfujhYS8&t=11s

[onlytherich68]

Here is the part 2 video where we finish up the floorpan and firewall.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIFDFExbZp0

[ZLP955]

Good for you both!
My wife was very supportive of my hobby, in fact she encouraged me to buy the car even while I was hesitant because of the size of the project. Only downfall is that given her support and understanding, I can't really complain about any of her indulgences....... but not that she has too many; it's a good partnership.

[maroman]

It's called revenge spending. It takes a while for them to get around to it, but it will happen.

[onlytherich68]

so far, no revenge spending....yet...
Here is us starting the quarters and wheel wells..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNET_TRcbUk

[69Z28-RS]

Your wife (hot girl) is extremely well spoken, and uses good terminology (better than most male car crafters!)... which makes me believe she may have been a school teacher before she changed professions and went into Camaro Restoration... 

[onlytherich68]

Yes, she is well spoken and learning more each day about the restoration hobby. When we started she was worried that she did not know what she was talking about. Actually I am the school teacher around here!
She appreciated your comment..

[onlytherich68]

Here is the correct link to part one of quarter panels and wheel wells on our 69 convertible..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwsvxXOQthI

[onlytherich68]

Here is part 2 of the rear half of the car work:
https://youtu.be/yvLlFqhF7SY

[firstgenaddict]

My mother in law when asked about all the cars my father in law has... she would reply "I never understood a wife complaining about cars... at least I know what he is laying under."

[Kelley W King]

My first wife was pretty good at engine work, the second was ok with interior work, now if I can find one that does paint and body.

[69Z28-RS]

I can see the sign on Kelley's Restoration Business now....   bring your car to...

     WIVES RESTORATION !   

[Z282NV]

I think this is awesome. Not too many people can do this kind of work to start off with without making a big mess or just abandoning it. I am just wondering who is going to be the first one to drive it after it's done?