1965 VW Beetle Restoration - Window Frame, Rusted Metal Repair

Today we repair the rusted out front window frame. Fabricating metal sections, cutting, grinding, welding and more. Preservation, restoration, repairing antique, vintage, classic cars and trucks is my passion. This 1965 Beetle was forgotten in a field in South Georgia for 40 years. Let's bring it back to life. CT, CTG, CT's Garage, ctmoog

[@CTmoog]

Happy Holidays, Merry Xmas everyone! Thank you for everything you do. I couldn't do it without all of your support! Thank you so much! =) I will try to get another video out next week if all goes well. Stay tuned! "We're Getting There!" =) 😎😎😎🎅🎅🎅

[@vayabroder729]

Back to you my friend. This episode reminds me of Mike Fn’s repairs on his ‘54 and even the bucket truck. You are killing it on this one and cooking with grease! Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@demRucks]

Merry Christmas! Thanks for the great videos. Really informative and entertaining. Keep them coming!

[@samgarcia5284]

Let's put Christ back in Christmas.

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Thank you the same to you and your family! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁🎅👍

[@franciscopinho9997]

I'd like new vídeos on beetle

[@tomdale1313]

"TEXAS", your channel is more about how if you have desire and you're not scared, you can get necessary skills by applying one self to the tasks involved in welding and metal fabrication...it's all about production aided by the right tools and TIME, tanks for sharing

[@CTmoog]

Thank buddy! =) 😎😎😎

[@wildthinair]

CT the restorer. This is beautiful 🤩

[@aeratj5741]

with this attitude, you can achieve most anything ...!!!

[@abefehr6155]

You sir are hard core most would have given up on that beauty

[@laurindobarbosa3470]

I wish you all the best, much peace, much joy, much happiness that always gives you strength and health to do what you like.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks you my friend ! you as well. =)

[@geruto17760]

That is a really neat job on that window frame. Great to see how you tailor-made the missing parts. Impressive!

[@justinsmith847]

Yeah I agree you are doing a great job loving this build

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Justin!

[@franciscojosepellegrino2553]

CT, merry Xmas from Santo André/Brasil.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Francisco! Merry Xmas!

[@charleskirby482]

You keep saying you are practicing, and a novice. But after this difficult and tedious portion, give yourself a major promotion. Good work, I like following your progress.

[@roy1966hill]

an old car like that deserves the respect of getting a new paint job and fully restored!!!!!!

[@tonydewey3023]

Love watching this, Tony Ireland

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Tony! =)

[@jsmith5278]

Keep it up looks better every day.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks J! =) 👍

[@RESTORATIONRESCUE]

Great job its really coming along. Its going to be awesome looking when its done!

[@badapplechad]

There's something therapeutic about your videos....

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Chad! =)

[@DaveJones-vm2fp]

I’ve seen that window repair several times, man what you do is time consuming. About myself, bought a 73. Super beetle, quite driving it in 89, now got it restored, all original parts still intact. Got a 70. Beetle owned since 86. Any way I watch what you do, know you went to Georgia and drug it out of a field. I’ve traced you up in the Connecticut area, don’t know for sure. You’re probably one of the best fabricators I’ve ever seen. Enough of my rant I’m outta here.

[@michelecrown2426]

Has to be one of the hardest spots on the car to repair. Glad it's you doing it and not me. Good job.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Michele! It was a challenge! =)

[@PhilGreeleyJR]

MerryChristmas to you and your family good Job on The VW

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Phil! Merry Christmas!

[@etiennefauvet1401]

joyeux noël à toi aussi de France, je suis tes exploits chaque semaine et je pense que je vais aussi me mettre à la carrosserie...merci!

[@philwilberg6004]

Wonderful progress…can’t wait to see it done!! Merry Christmas!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Phil! =) Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎄

[@Kevin-kc2vu]

CT baby,,you are cooking a beetle for Christmas,,happy holiday..

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Kevin! Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄

[@mfcjr1]

Merry Christmas CT! You are getting better and better each time.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike! Merry Christmas!

[@bigbuck1318]

I was watching another KZbin channel where they were working on a VW bug. After the guy welds, he was using a technique called Backlighting where he shines a light behind his welding to find the pinholes and welds them to prevent moisture from in behind his work so it don’t rust again.

[@johndrew4957]

you should call this vlog ,WE ARE GETTING THERE,

[@stewkeene]

Merry Christmas to you CT! Thanks for all the wonderful video content 🫵🏻♥️ Have a fantastic 2023 👍🏻

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Stew! Merry Christmas! 🎅🎅🎅 Thanks for supporting the channel for so many years! =) 2023 is going to be awesome!

[@MrNomadnero]

Very talented

[@CTmoog]

WOW! Thank you! =)

[@Elfajah]

Flannel makes an appearance during this Florida winter! Nice work man

[@sashas8168]

Nice job, only recommendation is to cover up the glass. The grinding sheetmetal and welding close by leaves makes on the glass that you cannot remove. Just something to be consider if you are going house the glass on the quarter window.

[@rayoscroft3775]

It's certainly coming along nicely well done merry Christmas 🎅

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Ray ! Merry Christmas! 🎅

[@Elfajah]

Those hand snips at 34:14…we been using those since our electrical days in the 90s bud! Trimming those reflectors!

[@CTmoog]

Oh yes....old school. I think I got my first pair when I was doing HVAC when I was 19...Merry Xmas brother! Let jam soon. =)

[@backyardkombi5466]

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 🎉

[@CTmoog]

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄 Buddy! =)

[@ShawnSmith-uy3zr]

Thank you for showing "the rest of us," that with a little fore thought and patience, good repairs can be done at home and at a lower cost charged by some who call themselves professional auto restorers

[@julianroberts7116]

Hey mate don't forget the trick where you shine your flashlight from behind the area you're working on, to easily make out any tiny pin-holes. 👍

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Man great job on the window trim pieces! Looks great! Can’t wait to see more updates videos!👌😃👍have a great Christmas 🎅🎄

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Buddy! Merry Christmas 🎅👍

[@elpin.9099]

Have a Merry Christmas, greetings from Mexico

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =) Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄

[@nalakahenegama6728]

This type of work very difficult to re create. I m also done same project which was totally rotten. Re created all parts by hands. Good job, well done

[@TaxedtoXXX]

Coming along well 👍🏻

[@MUN.A1988]

You re absolutely creative artsman...Iam admired by your arts..thanks alot fir that I wish can I come and visit your artsshop ...thankyou..

[@jamiepezoulas4546]

Nice work! The shrinker sure made that easier.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Jamie! Yes that thing is awesome! =) 👍

[@PapiDoesIt]

I've been watching your videos since you began and you've definitely grown your skill set.

[@dolfandon7124]

Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Don! Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄

[@baileynick9803]

Great work CT your welding and fabrication skills have come such a long way since you started . What an inspiration to us all . Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄🥳🥂🍾

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Nick! 👍 I appreciate that! =) Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎄

[@carlosvillarreal5919]

He seguido con interes los videos de rsta restauracion , me ha gustado mucho y estare viendolos hasta el ginal , gracias .

[@mhommadsajidmhommadsajid3268]

Merry Christmas to all you 🎄❤️🌹

[@CTmoog]

Merry Christmas! =)

[@julianroberts7116]

I love you CT, I think you're brilliant mate. Your catchphrase has to be "We're getting there", as you say that so much :) I've been thoroughly obsessed with these old VW's for over 30 years now but until I saw your videos I never wanted to restore one like this - you've made me think maybe I could do it after all. You're an inspiration mate, keep it up. We're getting there!😃

[@CTmoog]

Thank you my friend! I like that! =) You can do it. "We're getting there!" =) 😎😎😎

[@kurtie12]

Perfect idea for merch!

[@hardware5777]

I was just thinking there's a market for a " We're getting there" tshirt.

[@Rob-sf9jr]

I just got myself a 71 bug and need some metal work and watching these videos make me want get there as well. No experience but ima get there. 😂😂You’re giving me the confidence to go at It myself. Love it 💯💯

[@erichpopp1229]

You make a great job

[@jamie-r2034]

Just saw your ad on FB selling "Rusty!" Wish I had the extra cash right now to come get her!

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Merry Christmas CT! All the best for 2023! Standby, lol!

[@GT.Bugger]

Getting it done.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy! =)

[@amymiler6360]

Little at a time it's looking better

[@anttimaja9931]

Hyvää joulua ja onnekasta vuotta 2023 🎄🎅👍🇺🇸

[@iamhutt]

Hey CT, it’s Guy from OZ, wanted to wish you and your family a MERRY CHRISTMAS. Nearly 2 hours into Christmas here in Australia. Love the progress on the Beetle. Take care, stay safe and enjoy the day. Going to be just over 90 Fahrenheit here today. Typical Aussie Christmas. Cheers, Guy.

[@MusixDaily]

You are getting quite proficient in welding and restoring. Well done mate, Happy Xmas for you and your family.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Peter!

[@UtzChips2009]

Nice work

[@mikehammer4546]

CT, dude your impressing me on just how far you have come with your skills. Looking more and more like a Pro ! Mike from MikeFN garage would be proud 😎 PS; don’t forget to put the drain hole in 🤔

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike! 😎😎😎

[@darkfactory8082]

Here you go, metal fabrication, which is a lot of fun.. 😉 Sometimes you can get better off if you cut a bit larger piece, the key to lower your frustration with reaching into confined spaces is to plan, cut and weld a line, which is easily accessible and possibly flat, so finishing is also easier. Experience brings you the success and shorter times. Always refer to original cutoffs, if you can, to see the structure. Cheers, Mr. CT, keep on and Merry Christmas to you too. Don't forget to spend a bit of time in family though! 😇

[@CTmoog]

Thanks my friend! Great advice. Merry Christmas! =) 🎅🎅🎅 Oh yes, we've been having some good family time. Thank you!

[@c.mendez426]

CT i see you are getting expert=MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄

[@CTmoog]

Thanks my friend! =) Merry Christmas! =)

[@-EC002-]

If you had to buy that shrinking/stretching machine for just this one job, it would have been worth it. Would have a nightmare without it! Not that it was easy with it. Brilliant job and a very merry Christmas to you and yours. 👌

[@davidnelson6893]

Well that was great

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Buddy! =) Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄🎄

[@luisbarrera9329]

Que tengas una Feliz Navidad. Seguiré viendo tu trabajo

[@santosestrada6135]

Excellent

[@locosporlosvolkys7640]

Impresionante tu forma de trabajar el metal!. Sigo aprendiendo mucho de ti, gracias!

[@Matt_Mex]

Hi, thank you so much for this video! I was struggling with the exact same rust damage for my bug project. Now I know what needs to be where and am able to start to redo the frame. Many many thanks! Love to see how your bug will look like when you are done. Stay aircooled ;-)

[@UtzChips2009]

Hope everything is ok & you had a great holiday

[@valdircastro4746]

O fusquinha vai ficar show grande abraço meu amigo.

[@anthonylatronica5108]

Merry Christmas

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Anthony! Merry Christmas! =) 🎅🎅🎅

[@terrybotts2109]

Merry Christmas.

[@everydayrenaissanceman2246]

Amazing work! You’re becoming quite the welder.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! Getting There!

[@robmacvicar6804]

Merry Christmas and happy new year. Good job and it is getting a good progress

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Rob! =) Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

[@jackmehoff2961]

Merry Christmas !

[@mikelove9832]

If you can do this you can do anything ! Right On CT Thanks Straight Ahead ✌😎Merry Christmas To You and Wife ! PS thanks for takeing time for my grandsons Video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike! I appreciate that buddy! No problem. He did a great job filming and editing it. Merry Christmas to you and your family! =)

[@tollytimepropulsion5252]

This is like watching a surgery now!

[@Mikefngarage]

Difficulty factor.......7.5.....I give you an B+ which is pretty good.

[@CTmoog]

Wow Mike! Thanks man! =)

[@vayabroder729]

This episode reminds me of your repairs on the ‘54 Bug and the bucket truck; I believe CT is doing a killer job!!

[@danielhelbig1116]

Miss ya man, can’t wait for the next video! You’re killing it

[@mauriciobeder4442]

Você é muito bom no que faz. Tem paciência e o que eu acho ótimo são as suas ferramentas. Parabéns. You´re great at what you do. You´re patient. And what I find great are the tools that you use.Congratulations.

[@nasserfares9562]

Thank you for thes good vedio and happey new year for you .good repairing for your car

[@davidalexbdd]

Good job! 🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@washingtonpereira1274]

Meu amigo isso se pode chamar-se uma verdadeira obra de arte verdadeiramente o que você está fazendo aí meu amigo essa reconstrução desse belíssimo carro tenho certeza que vai ficar muito bom parabéns

[@edsonnishimura3598]

Gosto muito de ver o seu trabalho, a dedicação em fazer as peças ficarem perfeitas . Parabens 👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@danielhelbig1116]

Love ya videos man. Truly you’ve come a long way

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Daniel! I appreciate that! =)

[@ATOMSHAMRADIO]

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU CT AND YOUR FAMILY FROM ATOMS ⚛🎁🎄🎁🎄🎁⚛

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Atoms! Merry Christmas! =)

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Great job 👍.. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year...

[@MKGAMES018]

Tá de parabéns com a reforma, além de muita coisa pra fazer nele tá ficando top

[@toddjohnston4788]

Looks great 👍 happy holidays

[@perfeicaodaantiguidade4710]

Parabéns pelo seu trabalho meu amigo 👍👍

[@garymallard4699]

Merry Xmas and Happy New Year!!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Gary! Happy New Year buddy! =)

[@Devildog1962]

Man u are getting that metal work down!!!! I can't believe how well that bug is looking. Keep your videos rolling I enjoy them profusely. Merry Christmas.

[@bigalsvwratrod7346]

Just done the same patches on my bug. Very fiddly to get right. Well done on such a neat job 👍

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Al! =) 👍

[@ricksalmon4916]

Excellent work! Merry Christmas!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Rick! Merry Christmas! =) 🎅🎅🎅

[@regianefernandes2402]

trabalho perfeito, parabens!!!

[@pedrokd5439]

I use vice grips and extended body clamps to hold things together when needed.

[@davegiller5303]

Happy Christmas ct

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Dave! Merry Christmas!

[@1son8043]

Awesome repair quite a lot of things going on with this type of repair it's not a easy job, once you start breaking it down a in to smaller element's like you have done it makes it a bit easier. The paint/rust has got a nice look to it.

[@richardhill4862]

Good one Sir! Merry Christmas!

[@pedrokd5439]

Vice grips are useful for holding parts together when needed.

[@robertjean659]

Great work CT getting better with every vid. Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Robert! Merry Christmas! =)

[@canerandagio104]

Here in Italy I also worked as a coachbuilder when I was young, and if I had done a job like this, they would have said it was barely acceptable. I have some experience working on vintage bodywork, having also worked on Alfa Romeo bodies which are notoriously cars that rust easily. Next time when you work on the pillars of a Voks Wagen, remember that the weldings must be done "String" and not by points. A better rigidity and durability of the assembled piece is obtained and requires less filler.

[@housepumpinpc3983]

Merry Christmas to you and yours CT. Good use of scraps to fabricate what's needed.

[@5150mxVw2]

that was an impressive repair! Merry Christmas

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Buddy! =)

[@elaineferreira2980]

Excelente trabalho. Esta parte aonde vai o vidro do motorista foi nem difícil, pois foi necessário fabricar vários remendos. Está ficando muito bom. 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Merry Christmas 🙏