I worked at the factory where these cars are made from 1986 to 2013. Types T3,T4 and T5 T2 was before my time. Great that You are so highly enjoyed in this.
I don't think that this hippie van is worth saving. Bondo and dents are all I see. Those hippies didn't even leave a single bag of weed in their for us. Lol
Tolle Arbeit! Für so ein Alten VW noch ein erstaunlicher guter Zustand. Daraus lässt sich wieder ein Wunderschöner und Rostfreier VW Bus bauen. Als Deutscher liebe ich den VW Bus ♥️😍 Grüße aus Germany
This was a ton of fun to watch. I have a good friend who is the original owner of a 1971 Bus - no kidding - that has everything from its original paint and nearly flawless headliner to a body that doesn’t need dipping. It was a “barn find” in that she had not driven it since 1999 and was in her horse barn all those years when I saw it and offered to renovate it. Can’t be many originals out there like hers.
@@kdkn50 That bus is amazing. My friend is a widow in her 80s and still owns the bus. One major reason for its lack of rust is a lifetime spent in the Pacific Northwest, where rusty vehicles (at least those away from the coast) are almost unheard of. That, and the fact that the bus spent nearly 30 years inside a dry barn. It has the usual rust damage at the rear quarters where the battery was -- and was moved to -- but that's about it. I tuned it, cleaned out the mouse nests, put fresh fuel and a battery in it, and the old gal started right up.
I wish my dad was around to see this episode, he had a 74 transporter, he worked on it, but I painted it along with another guy's help, brings back memories, thanks👍
I'm a bit worried about your health seeing you walking around that tank so close with no fume mask on and all this damp evaporating from the tank. Can you tell me what chemicals are in that tank eating away that paint so fast? Great job, really like these movies!! Take care and keep it safe and healthy!
@@craftycri They have never been to that shop. It would be closed in 30 secs after seeing that exposed acid bath. I bet all those guys have lung damage of some kind. :(
Honestly, that bus is in great condition, considering its age. The dips uncovered all the sins but thankfully, it wasn't too bad. Some replacement panels, a skilled panelbeater and welder will sort that right out. Nice one!
I would not have dipped that bus if it were mine ,IT ISNT ,surely water would get into all the nooks and cranys and rot them over time ,, COME to Ireland and I will show u rust
I had a VW Bus dipped back in like 2005 in Burlington, NC. I rhink the place was Carolina Chem Strip. They sprayed it with Ospho once all done to keep it from flash rusting.
It was only a decade ago that VW bay buses were not that desired or expensive to purchase. Now, they are very desirable and prices have gotten really high for the clean ones. Glad to see the bays getting some love.
What an iconic bus with an increasing value now that VW has revived the electric version ID buzz. People here love the car, have a smile on their face and give you a thumbs up if they see such car in the street, the old and the new. Great work how you got so clean
Memories you bring back wonderful Memories 1996. Perth OZ sharing driving a 1978 Combi, Perth to Adelaide very boring drive Nulabour straight 240kms at 50ksh. Lots time in forests B4 Canberra the Snowies. Melbourne Sydney, Brisbane return to Perth. Tq Gavin for an epic trip in OZ! Further travels in BKK HCMC, Then 4 weeks Nepal, tea house trek to Langtang Gosunkund return to Kathmandu. 😊 😊😊😊
Another awesome job well done! I truly enjoy watching the process... and have garnered a whole other appreciation for what exactly you do, and the attention to detail as you work on these amazing canvasses. This one actually answered my question of whether or not my bird will fit in the tanks, when and if I need to do this. Thank you for another wonderful video.🙏💜
@Nbomber I disagree, if you watch and pay attention to the details of what he does here, you will see each step... and the neutralizing tank. I have been doing my research and I am quite impressed not only with the chemicals that are used, but their removal and disposal of. Their attention to detail in all aspects of what they do is amazing, and if and when the time comes that my bird is in need of such attention I am about 96% certain they will be doing said work. But thank you for your opinion, I appreciate it.🙏💜
I had the pleasure of riding in one of those once! July '84, mom and I on a road trip, broken down on an ill-traveled two-lane road in the middle of Death Valley... Maybe "pleasure" wasn't the correct word.
The result is truly spectacular. Ive done a major restoration in a 1970 Bmw 2002 and actually was told to opt out of this chemical process as it is too aggressive and weakens the metal structure of the car. But I have no data to back that up so... looks amazing though
In the early 1980s I had a mint $2000, 69,000 1974 mile VW bus.Hauled My 3 babies,a wife,and swap meet business.The perfect family wagon.This build aint gonna be cheap but the owner probly loved the memories like I had.Good luck.
It came out awesome, really enjoyed the content, that body is now workable, good job 💯%🙏 Love & Respect from Rocklands, Mitchells Plain, South Africa 🇿🇦
You see this is what is called time saver and what it looked like from the factory before the interior and painted and not like those that waste their time graindding it to remove the paint. 👍Schone Arbeit👍
great to see and hear a young man who loves his work . good video look forward to the day when you dip an old vw bug . CHEERS WORK SAFE WITH THOSE CHEMICALS IE PLEXIE GLASS SHIELD ON THE FRONT OF THE FORK LIFT WHEN REMOVING SHEELS FROM THE BATHS 🙃
@@minute_of_dangle May I suggest a respirator too without sounding like a OSHA inspector, just being that close to alkaline and acid fumes for the video surprised me a little. You've done a fantastic job helping bring this type 2 back to life.
@@Blaa_Boi the acid is food grade. It’s comparable to vinegar. There’s no toxic fumes. The alkaline is heated and originally a solid. It’s highly diluted with water and what you see is just steam. When I’m pressure washing I wear a respirator. I appreciate your concern and thank you
I used to work at a high end auto body shop. We would have to paint strip and sand blast cars. This is so much nicer than what used to have to do. This is the way to go.
When my parents had their 5th child (I’m no. 2) they bought a brand new 1971 VW bus. My dad went into Boston to pick it up right from the boat. I learned to drive in that thing, and passed my test easily. Man, the memories I have of that thing, and the family trips we had in it. My mom named it Otto.
I like your vids. I would suggest getting a hoist for your tanks. Using a Forklift is a bit dangerous. If your lines fail, and the body falls into the tank, you’re going to get splashed with chemicals.
Man. This is proper impressive. Something so satisfying about seeing it come out clean. I'm going to poke around your channel and look for other things with a little more patina. Got a 1950 Jeep I'm strategizing on
G'day, that's a very clean bus. I have a 66 split window bus, and mine was dipped about 10 years ago. I purchased it as an unfinished project. But I do think dipping is a good way to go. So thanks for sharing man ✌️ Peace from Melbourne Australia. And I've just subscribed.
Its been awhile. Glad to watch another one. I don't know anything about body work on cars, but from your videos, a good body man is essential. I see a lot of terrible bondo.
It has! Too long. I’ve been working on the hardest car I’ve done ever right now. It’s soaking up a lot of time. I was so excited to get this video out specifically. I appreciate you commenting on and watching my videos. I’m really glad you enjoy them. Thank you!
You do a great job filming and showing before and after. The Picture in Picture is a really nice touch. Thanks for taking the effort to demonstrate what you do - it’s quite a challenge to do your job notwithstanding recording it.
more points: 1-It does not seem to be economical to do it to every car! except it is a rare project. 2-How about the waste? 3-I would keep the strong part of the old paint, because it has proven to be really good! why should I go all the way to the metal and start from zero?
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I worked at the factory where these cars are made from 1986 to 2013. Types T3,T4 and T5
T2 was before my time. Great that You are so highly enjoyed in this.
Stöcken?
@@christiankoch935 Yes
I thought you were going to say somewhere in Brazil.
It would be kinda fun to see a couple of pictures of these cars after they have been restored.
I don't think that this hippie van is worth saving. Bondo and dents are all I see. Those hippies didn't even leave a single bag of weed in their for us. Lol
@@gregorylyon1004 sigh….. you obviously don’t know nor understand the passion of the vw enthusiast and our vw community
@@gregorylyon1004 this is actually in excellent shape. Also the Bus community are some of the most rabidly dedicated bunch there is.
Verdade
@@joelkvarnberg3120 buy one from south America, very cheap and rust free
Thanks for all your hard work. We’re going to make her gorgeous!
I can’t wait to see her finished! Will you be posting on RUclips or IG? I’ll link your account
probably both. Thanks.
Please do post updates, it'll be great to see this old bus brought back to life
@@JessicaFisher-iv7irHi Jessica, do you have any updates on the little VW Bus? It looks great even in bare metal as per this video.
A joy to watch. What a peach of a T2!
Tolle Arbeit! Für so ein Alten VW noch ein erstaunlicher guter Zustand. Daraus lässt sich wieder ein Wunderschöner und Rostfreier VW Bus bauen. Als Deutscher liebe ich den VW Bus ♥️😍 Grüße aus Germany
This was a ton of fun to watch. I have a good friend who is the original owner of a 1971 Bus - no kidding - that has everything from its original paint and nearly flawless headliner to a body that doesn’t need dipping. It was a “barn find” in that she had not driven it since 1999 and was in her horse barn all those years when I saw it and offered to renovate it. Can’t be many originals out there like hers.
That’s awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!
Where did you find a bus with that much metal on it? If you would've dipped the one I had, you would've dipped a vehicle but only pulled out ropes.
@@kdkn50 That bus is amazing. My friend is a widow in her 80s and still owns the bus. One major reason for its lack of rust is a lifetime spent in the Pacific Northwest, where rusty vehicles (at least those away from the coast) are almost unheard of. That, and the fact that the bus spent nearly 30 years inside a dry barn. It has the usual rust damage at the rear quarters where the battery was -- and was moved to -- but that's about it. I tuned it, cleaned out the mouse nests, put fresh fuel and a battery in it, and the old gal started right up.
I wish my dad was around to see this episode, he had a 74 transporter, he worked on it, but I painted it along with another guy's help, brings back memories, thanks👍
I'm a bit worried about your health seeing you walking around that tank so close with no fume mask on and all this damp evaporating from the tank. Can you tell me what chemicals are in that tank eating away that paint so fast? Great job, really like these movies!! Take care and keep it safe and healthy!
Came here to make the same comment.
You two mind your own business.
Dude, I find it hard to believe OSHA has signed off on this procedure... seriously.
No it’s fine as all that caustic runoff just goes into the creek behind Meemaws house.
@@craftycri They have never been to that shop. It would be closed in 30 secs after seeing that exposed acid bath. I bet all those guys have lung damage of some kind. :(
Honestly, that bus is in great condition, considering its age. The dips uncovered all the sins but thankfully, it wasn't too bad. Some replacement panels, a skilled panelbeater and welder will sort that right out. Nice one!
I would not have dipped that bus if it were mine ,IT ISNT ,surely water would get into all the nooks and cranys and rot them over time ,, COME to Ireland and I will show u rust
@@iankennedy1441no wonder theres many of these buses in drier areas
We had a 1963 VW bus when I was a kid. We bought it new in Europe and brought it back to the states.
How fun to see this one.
Thanks!
I had a VW Bus dipped back in like 2005 in Burlington, NC. I rhink the place was Carolina Chem Strip. They sprayed it with Ospho once all done to keep it from flash rusting.
This is my fav video so far. So thorough but not bored to details. Thanks for the awesome entertainment!
So much faster and more efficient than weeks of sanding and grinding! That bus is totally naked now! Incredible. I love classic air cooled VW's.
It's definitely naked now.
And in a couple of years the new fresh paint job will fall of at the seams due to residual chemicals seeping out from joints and whatnot.
It was only a decade ago that VW bay buses were not that desired or expensive to purchase. Now, they are very desirable and prices have gotten really high for the clean ones. Glad to see the bays getting some love.
Now vanagon/T3s are the new hidden gem (not for much longer) I bought an 81 from my local scrapyard
Its like watching the tide go in and out. Mesmerising
This would be an EXTREMELY satisfying job.Thank you for sharing!
Love this video! Incredible how clean you she became. 👍♥️
man this is the best you've done so far, fans of this model will be crazy to think about doing the same, very cool, congratulations on the job.
Thank you! I’m really glad you enjoyed it. This was definitely my favorite out of all the videos I’ve done! It’s great to hear positive feedback! ❤
Great video as usual..Thanks…I am amazed by the amount of metal here..as they ar renowned for being rust buckets
What an iconic bus with an increasing value now that VW has revived the electric version ID buzz.
People here love the car, have a smile on their face and give you a thumbs up if they see such car in the street, the old and the new.
Great work how you got so clean
If you really wanted to fashionable, you'd drive a DKW Kombi (Schnellaster)
Memories you bring back wonderful Memories 1996. Perth OZ sharing driving a 1978 Combi, Perth to Adelaide very boring drive Nulabour straight 240kms at 50ksh. Lots time in forests B4 Canberra the Snowies. Melbourne Sydney, Brisbane return to Perth. Tq Gavin for an epic trip in OZ!
Further travels in BKK HCMC, Then 4 weeks Nepal, tea house trek to Langtang Gosunkund return to Kathmandu. 😊 😊😊😊
Another awesome job well done! I truly enjoy watching the process... and have garnered a whole other appreciation for what exactly you do, and the attention to detail as you work on these amazing canvasses. This one actually answered my question of whether or not my bird will fit in the tanks, when and if I need to do this. Thank you for another wonderful video.🙏💜
Thank you so much! Means a lot to hear you say that! I’ll keep them coming! I appreciate you watching!
@Nbomber I disagree, if you watch and pay attention to the details of what he does here, you will see each step... and the neutralizing tank. I have been doing my research and I am quite impressed not only with the chemicals that are used, but their removal and disposal of. Their attention to detail in all aspects of what they do is amazing, and if and when the time comes that my bird is in need of such attention I am about 96% certain they will be doing said work. But thank you for your opinion, I appreciate it.🙏💜
Great work... seeing these classic vehicles being given a new lease on life is great 👍
I had the pleasure of riding in one of those once! July '84, mom and I on a road trip, broken down on an ill-traveled two-lane road in the middle of Death Valley...
Maybe "pleasure" wasn't the correct word.
I can't believe I watched this whole thing and didn't get to see it restored!😮
Great Job! Really interesting! Your a brave guy dealing with this chemicals! Love from the UK!
Wow, what an incredible starting position.
One can imagine him lifting it back up and the roof being the only thing left on the ropes....love the brushed on gloss paint!
The result is truly spectacular.
Ive done a major restoration in a 1970 Bmw 2002 and actually was told to opt out of this chemical process as it is too aggressive and weakens the metal structure of the car. But I have no data to back that up so... looks amazing though
Beautiful work and especially nice since it's Westfalia.
Really love your movies. Amazing results !
Outstanding work, video and presentation.
Very clean looking end product. Well done!
In the early 1980s I had a mint $2000, 69,000 1974 mile VW bus.Hauled My 3 babies,a wife,and swap meet business.The perfect family wagon.This build aint gonna be cheap but the owner probly loved the memories like I had.Good luck.
I like how it looks brand new 😮 as if in the factory back at 1969!
Greetings from Belgium 🇧🇪
This one was way cool.. thanks for the content
I love that car. I learned to drive (some say I haven't... :-) ) on a T2 with a Westfalia pop top. It was our family car when I was a kid :-)
Definitely like your work ❤ keep it up
It came out awesome, really enjoyed the content, that body is now workable, good job
💯%🙏 Love & Respect from Rocklands, Mitchells Plain, South Africa 🇿🇦
Thank you for this Video.I am a German and I love this Car. VW Bus is great, I own one in 1980.🇩🇪👍🇺🇲
whoever is having this done, is smart to do this, it's going to be really nice when it's done
It would be great to re-dip and e-coat after all of the metalwork is done.
Yeah not only do you get every scrap of paint and rust off, but with everything clean, you get an unparalleled picture of what work needs to be done.
Pretty amazing to see those floor panels with no rust. This jewel must have spent most of it’s life in Arizona.
German job
Very cool video! Thanks for sharing!
It must be a good feeling to start a restoration with paint and rust free metal❤❤
You have the best job in the world !!!
The T2 is an awesome VW and much better looking! I have my dad's 69 VW bus he brought back from Germany he bought brand new while stationed there
You see this is what is called time saver and what it looked like from the factory before the interior and painted and not like those that waste their time graindding it to remove the paint.
👍Schone Arbeit👍
So satisfying...thank you!!!
great to see and hear a young man who loves his work . good video look forward to the day when you dip an old vw bug . CHEERS WORK SAFE WITH THOSE CHEMICALS IE PLEXIE GLASS SHIELD ON THE FRONT OF THE FORK LIFT WHEN REMOVING SHEELS FROM THE BATHS 🙃
Thanks! I’m very fortunate and do love my work❤. Cheers! The plexiglass is a good idea I’ll have to do that!
@@minute_of_dangle May I suggest a respirator too without sounding like a OSHA inspector, just being that close to alkaline and acid fumes for the video surprised me a little.
You've done a fantastic job helping bring this type 2 back to life.
@@Blaa_Boi the acid is food grade. It’s comparable to vinegar. There’s no toxic fumes. The alkaline is heated and originally a solid. It’s highly diluted with water and what you see is just steam. When I’m pressure washing I wear a respirator. I appreciate your concern and thank you
I've never seen such a clean VW bus
Brings back memories. We had a 1967 microbus, bought new, when I was growing up. Red, of course. ;p
I just love watching the whole process... ;-)
That body is incredible.
This was so satisfying to watch
Buen trabajo 👏
For being 52 years old it’s in perfect state. You are correct, the drivers floor has been replaced. Love it, great job.
I used to work at a high end auto body shop. We would have to paint strip and sand blast cars. This is so much nicer than what used to have to do. This is the way to go.
It definitely makes your job a lot easier!
Hi Edward, I have a channel where my son and I find really cool old cars, watch it if you like it, subscribe
Bondo Bug-gy! It's good to see it being rescued.
Congratulations on getting your silver plague. I really like this format better than your previous ones.
When my parents had their 5th child (I’m no. 2) they bought a brand new 1971 VW bus. My dad went into Boston to pick it up right from the boat.
I learned to drive in that thing, and passed my test easily. Man, the memories I have of that thing, and the family trips we had in it. My mom named it Otto.
You have to be careful calling it "that thing". I've owned VW Things. I now own two buses.
Could you please spell your name backwards, Otto?
Wow! That's the way to do it...with Soo much real estate on our vehicles that really looks Nooice! 😎 STOC
That prep and quality of red paint is outstanding 😮
Verry good! Always wanted one of does!
Good job !
you guys do an amazing job
Hi friend, I have a channel where my son and I find really cool old cars, watch it if you like it, subscribe
I like your vids. I would suggest getting a hoist for your tanks. Using a Forklift is a bit dangerous. If your lines fail, and the body falls into the tank, you’re going to get splashed with chemicals.
Man. This is proper impressive. Something so satisfying about seeing it come out clean. I'm going to poke around your channel and look for other things with a little more patina. Got a 1950 Jeep I'm strategizing on
Nice. We are also restoring a truck from the 60s. One of the next steps is also the chemical dipping 😀
real life POWER WASH game lol love the VW BUS
Sweet would love to see the restoration
Industrial caustic soda bath used to strip paint filter housings clean at work lethal stuff 👌
very tidy result , a good pdr guy will have that on the road after the weekend , its a mighty fine start to a project though.
Amazing video, made my day. Congratulations for the 200k!!! unlivable.
Thank you! I appreciate that!
Very enjoyable video, thank you …
That looks fantastic
G'day, that's a very clean bus.
I have a 66 split window bus, and mine was dipped about 10 years ago. I purchased it as an unfinished project. But I do think dipping is a good way to go.
So thanks for sharing man ✌️ Peace from Melbourne Australia.
And I've just subscribed.
Ey congrats for the plaque man! You derve it for you greate work 👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks buddy! I appreciate that!
That cleaning part at 7:30 is so smooth
Maravilhoso esse trabalho,top!!!
I was surprised it survived!! ⚠️😲😳😁
I was thinking this must be a California van. You guys are lucky - UK ones don't look so good. Nice job.
Its in great condition for 1969👍
Wow, for an early Bay Window (and a Westy?) This is amazingly solid.
Great job !
Excellent! 💯👍🫶
Thank you!
I need to follow the progress of this car’s renovation.
That was WAY cool!👌🏻
Its been awhile. Glad to watch another one. I don't know anything about body work on cars, but from your videos, a good body man is essential. I see a lot of terrible bondo.
It has! Too long. I’ve been working on the hardest car I’ve done ever right now. It’s soaking up a lot of time. I was so excited to get this video out specifically. I appreciate you commenting on and watching my videos. I’m really glad you enjoy them. Thank you!
You do a great job filming and showing before and after. The Picture in Picture is a really nice touch. Thanks for taking the effort to demonstrate what you do - it’s quite a challenge to do your job notwithstanding recording it.
How do you keep the unpainted surface from flash rusting?
Standing besides the tank of chemicals as he pulls out a bus from it using a fork lift feels like safe life decision making.
Great job…excellent video…
Thank you! I appreciate that!
Ripartire da zero è sempre emozionante. 👍
Impressive job . I'd be over the moon if my old type 2 came out like that
👍👍👍😜🏴🦕🦄😁🤞✌️
Loved this! I have a '72 Bus, and I wish I could have you dip it 'cause mine is not in nearly as good a shape as this '69.
Thank you! This one was definitely a rare gem. Good luck with your restoration!
It is in very good shape for a bus
All the panels are Available so will be easy to fix 👍👍
Good job man love old vw bug vans, keep it up dude from doc coffee shoreview mn
Thanks buddy! I appreciate that!
Nice to inhale those fumes near the tank😂😜
more points: 1-It does not seem to be economical to do it to every car! except it is a rare project. 2-How about the waste? 3-I would keep the strong part of the old paint, because it has proven to be really good! why should I go all the way to the metal and start from zero?
Fasinating to watch.
i was thinking that i will see the whole transformation !!!!!!!!! the final product !!!!!
You got out all the leaking oil, bong water and patchouli! Hence the extra dips 😂