PowerNation: Detroit Muscle Season 3 Episode 21 Barn Find Chevelle: Interior and Panel Repair

Barn Find Chevelle: Interior and Panel Repair is the 21st episode of the third season of PowerNation: Detroit Muscle. In this episode, the Detroit Muscle team is tasked with the restoration of a barn find 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle. This car had been untouched for many years and has a lot of work that needs to be done to bring it back to its former glory.

The team starts by removing the old interior, which is in pretty bad shape. With the old upholstery removed, they can begin repairing the damaged panels. The team shows the audience how to use a stud welder to pull dents from the metal panels, followed by using a hammer and dolly to shape the metal back into place. They also show how to blend the repaired metal with the existing car, ensuring a seamless repair.

Next up, they move on to the dashboard. The original dashboard was in poor condition, with cracked plastic and worn-out gauges. The team removes the old gauges and installs new aftermarket gauges in their place. They also show how to repair the plastic dash and make it look like new again.

The team then moves on to repairing the door panels. The original door panels were in rough shape, with cracked plastic and worn-out upholstery. The team shows how to remove the old door panels, use a heat gun to remove the old glue, and then install new upholstery and plastic door panels. They also show the audience how to use upholstery glue to ensure a tight fit.

Finally, the team tackles the headliner. The original headliner was sagging and had to be removed. The team shows how to remove the old headliner, prep the surface with adhesive and install a new headliner. With the headliner installed, the car's interior is looking brand new again.

Throughout the episode, the team provides insightful tips and tricks on restoring a classic car’s interior and bodywork, such as using a heat gun to remove glue, and repairing the plastic dashboard. They also demonstrate the importance of taking the time to do a job right, instead of rushing to finish it. With their attention to detail and expertise, the Detroit Muscle team brings a beautiful car back to life.

Overall, Barn Find Chevelle: Interior and Panel Repair is an informative episode for anyone looking to restore a classic car's interior and bodywork. By following the Detroit Muscle team's lead, viewers can learn how to bring a car's interior back to life and repair metal panels. Through their step-by-step guide, viewers can also learn useful tips and tricks that can be used on their restoration projects.