1965 VW Beetle Restoration - Rear Luggage Window Patch

Today we make a metal patch for the 1965 VW Beetle restoration rear window area. Preservation, restoration, repairing antique, vintage cars and trucks is my passion. This car was forgotten in a field in South Georgia for 40 years. Let's bring it back to life. ctmoog, ct, ct's garage

[@CTmoog]

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[@treyjohnson4035]

For someone not having welded.before,u certainly have a natural knack

[@joelredo3635]

Very good work! Every time you make a spot weld grain the crown halfway and then 50% overlap. That is the best way to get good penetration and less holes

[@richarddecoster4464]

What ever you decide on to make the car yours that gives it a personal flair.

[@martin190865]

you can see your confidence in the fabrication growing with each installment. good work

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@andrewandronicou4280]

Nice bit or work long way to go enjoy watching good stuff

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Andrew! Lots more to do! =)

[@usaeatt2]

Wow! That body has to LEGIT be getting more rigid with each additional patch! Seriously enjoying every step! Thanks CT!

[@johnc.fonseca8961]

Great progress in The VW.

[@dickdegraaff5452]

Dear CT, The 1965 Volkswagen Beetle slowly is coming together and I have to say that you learned a lot in the meantime in relation to metalworking. Success with the rest of this project

[@CTmoog]

👍😎👍

[@backyardkombi5466]

Excellent!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy!

[@adamwenz8761]

Nice work, CT! Thanks for bringing us along on the journey with this project.

[@Michael-pe4cr]

Awesome job

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@William_customz]

Finally he's doing the luggage part

[@stewkeene]

Patience and Persistence run deep 👍🏻 very nice work.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Stew! =)

[@richardgordon4032]

Hey CT. I think I speak for all of your viewers when I can say we can hear your excitement in your voice increase as the "big picture" starts coming into focus - the the buildup as your '65 returning to a solid shell. Your metal work shows more and more confidence with each video. Bring o the next video!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Richard! =)

[@tomdale1313]

"TEXAS", keep it up...tanks for sharing

[@justinsmith847]

This things gonna be sweet when done

[@brianbattle3651]

Excellent series. I like the detail and the use of time lapse only sparingly. I look forward to each instalment and I feel like I am part of the rebuild. he doesn't rush over things like most restorers do.keep it up mate!

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@Imisgarage]

Some really nice welding there! You can clearly see the progress, well done man and keep up the good work!!!

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

I have to ad, welding and metal fab is so enjoyable to watch. Especially on a VW bug like this one. Can't wait to see the passenger door save. I'll need to cook up some popcorn and pour a good 🍸

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Tim! Yes, that door is going to be a challenge! I'm going to do everything else first! =)

[@StormTrooperMatt]

Hey @CTmoog have a '64 with rust in the same spot. Not to quite this extent but seeing you tackle this is really encouraging. You've done a spectacular job on this.

[@diegomartinlaurent935]

Your getting better on fab ct

[@CTmoog]

Thanks buddy! =)

[@baileynick9803]

Your doing a great job ct 👏 and your welding skills are coming along leaps and bounds 🎉🎊

[@richardhill4862]

I thinks she's going to be a good one, when you done. Learning as you go has started to pay off.

[@johnkelly6942]

Making good progress!

[@CJLeTeff]

Looking good CT! 👍👍🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Case!

[@richardbriansmith8562]

Awesome Video CT

[@mistermoptser]

I remember my father and I restoring my 1970 bug back in the early 90's. Nothing on this scale. We thought a couple of rear bumper brackets and a front valance was a big enough job. What you are doing here is way beyond the next level. We did not have the room to do a body off pan job although I would love to have done that. Love watching what you do. Can't wait to see the end result. Keep up the good work.

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video CT :) also getting lots and get more skills too learn from too! One step at time too and so true 👍!

[@wilcothefox]

I love all the good equipment you use.

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Man I can’t wait to see what’s next for that beauty!👌😎👍awesome job buddy!

[@dannyfoust3123]

Maybe an old tire would bring back those rubber pads back to life. Keep up the good work CT!

[@davidsinclair6802]

good job man!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks David!

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

Very nice job CT, I noticed the original plate had a bend in the middle but guess it doesn't matter with it being covered later. Your turning into a metalworking beast👍

[@anthonylatronica5108]

You are doing a great job. Nice work. You are not going to have too much patina left.

[@nicklomas1044]

you work and self confidence have just grown and grown,you can fix anything on vw now with confidence,love content merry Xmass

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Nick!😎

[@richarddavis3007]

You are doing a great job 👍

[@rasher1000]

Hats off to you ct, your skills are improving video by video, fair play she's taking shape, iam really impressed, keep her going, Cool, 👏👍👌

[@jimharper3941]

Looking great...I am enjoying the progress!

[@brianelliott198]

your welding has drastically improved,now your ready for rusty soon. keep the videos comming.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Brian!

[@laurindobarbosa3470]

congratulations the service is 10 it's getting top nice work 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👍👍🙏🙏

[@CTmoog]

Thank you! =)

[@Haagsehans]

Hi CT, I'm from Holland and am looking every part of this restoration. Very interesting and exciting, go on that way. You're doing a good job. I think we have the whole next year viewing pleasure, Cheers and take care, Henri.

[@Volkswagen01]

Nice work CT! Always look forward to the next instalment.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Julian!

[@MikeMoose67]

I will now refer to you as the Professor of Weld-Ology… great job

[@iapologizeinadvance4812]

Great progress!!!!

[@CTmoog]

Thank you!

[@comandometal1982]

Very good job! I'm also in love with beetle and I'm in Madrid

[@stephenhenion8304]

My first car was a 65 Beetle.... I bought it in 1978 for $ 200. No one discussed Patina at that time.. great build

[@CTmoog]

Hey Stephen! Yes, the patina thing has become more popular over the years. No money for paint! =)

[@stephenhenion8304]

I love the whole concept of patina rides........ my car was beige . I painted the fenders green. It had White wheels and snow tires all around ....

[@adambassador7727]

Very exciting to see this progress! Keep on with this one, man! Very enjoyable.👍

[@robertojpaez9354]

Terrifiec very detailed work, I enjoy a lot

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Wow great work 👍 coming along.. have a good week

[@joegorden9810]

Man ct you’ve came along way! Doing an awesome job buddy

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Joe!

[@v8bmwboy]

Only just found this channel, it’s excellent! I’m surprised it’s not got more subscribers. Keep up the great work 👍🏻

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Nick! =)

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Hey CT, really nice framing, editing and lighting on this video!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man!😎

[@bradkay1210]

Great job man. Looking really good 👍 keep it up

[@SkaterStimm]

CT I know you are from Florida where you are used to things being hot, but I recommend welding gloves because it is a bit hotter.

[@CTmoog]

👍😁👍

[@elaineferreira2980]

Parabéns ao seu trabalho. Aliás, quanto trabalho, mas a sua dedicação fará deste fusca uma das melhores restaurações que eu já vi. Sou apaixonada por restaurações, principalmente por fusca. Na medida do possível, manda mais vídeos. Excelente trabalho. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@franciscopinho9997]

Elaine, aconselho a que use o Google tradutor

[@elaineferreira2980]

@@franciscopinho9997 Ele também pode usar. 😉

[@CTmoog]

=)

[@elaineferreira2980]

@@CTmoog 😁😁

[@julioaguirre553]

Awesome stuff man, I enjoy watching you get her done! If I may advise that there's a product Rustoleum sells at the Depot called "rust reform" that catalyzes the rust from growing that you could use in place of the brown stuff. It's a black acid primer that converts it to a "paintable" surface.. Thanks for providing us with your videos bro man!

[@kevincoones4368]

Hi ct Your almost ready to strip all the rust and repaint

[@jonpeters2700]

You should fix your rear window area before you weld in the luggage tray or it will be in your way. With the luggage tray out it is easier to get to the widow rail to repair it.

[@mawa01]

Well.... Still a bit rough the work, but it's getting there. Didn't expect you to get so into the metal work CT. It's getting better..... Not perfect, but better..... Greetings from Germany

[@andrewk6844]

your doing great

[@franciscopinho9997]

Dear CT, i am enjoying a lot your work. You must go on in your job. You should put a bigger piece of metal instead a half to cover completely the space under the rear window. I guess. You are doing a great job. Congrats.

[@locosporlosvolkys7640]

Sigue como vas, que tu Volky está quedando show mientras vamos aprendiendo mucho !

[@fernando43941]

Parabéns pelo serviço e vídeo.

[@NoName-jr2eo]

Looking good!

[@Ragnar8504]

I'm not a welder myself but one recommendation I've read time and again is to keep a tiny gap between the panels for a butt weld, e.g. by running a 1 mm slitting disc between the parts after you've tacked them together at each end. That way the weld ends up between the two pieces instead of on top.

[@jeffripper7234]

Looking awesome man , lower it way down and run with the patina , 👍👍 enjoy watching 😬😬😬😬

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Jeff! =)

[@alexmerfy3518]

Respect from Russia

[@josepimentel6973]

Great job, it is a pity you are not going to show your wonderful job on the top back or continuation of the welding repair done previously. You do a great job, why not show us newbies like me, how to follow your every step. I am very interested in these steps you are taking . Mainly when you start fixing the surrounding areas where the rear window and windshield metal are badly rusted. Where the glasses rest and surrounding areas that touch the rear and windshield glass. Hope I am making myself understood, I am sorry, but I guess you know what I am talking about. I been watching since you started this project and I just cannot get enough. Keep up the great job!

[@wandooliveirapacheco1065]

CUIDADO PARA NÃO ENPENAR A CARROCERIA COM ESSE GUINCHO, JÁ ESTRAGUEI UMA ASSIM . PARABÉNS PELO EXCELENTE TRABALHO DE ÓTIMA QUALIDADE.

[@tonychamberlain8057]

Yep it’s a good watch keep going it’s going to be good 😅

[@WilliamHDZ.]

Este será unos de tus videos más vistos amigo, ese carro es un arte rodando.

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

There you go CT. Getting ‘er done. I think the trunk spring may throw off the alignment on that back piece. Maybe take off the spring but leave the trunk on to help with alignment?

[@wildthinair]

Hello CT!

[@CTmoog]

Hey! =)

[@Mikefngarage]

IS THIS THE SAME CT......I watched a few years ago.......I think he is an imposter.....CT would have never done this kind of work!!!!

[@vayabroder729]

That butt weld was perfect, wasn’t it?

[@terrywyatt2244]

CT you need to go watch halfass garage repair rust. It will change your life.

[@dcmflydude6320]

Yes, just changed mine. That guy is good. I try to be too precise on my 71 Ghia on places you will never see…..you have to realize it will never be factory again no matter how good you are. Get it good enough and drive it. Thanks

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Terry! I will check him out! =)

[@Mikefngarage]

FYI you could have lapped the top edge just to make the welding easier.

[@francoisbouchard602]

Good.jop 👏👏👏👍👍👍😃😃😃

[@rickhugill8060]

I have been watching and liking your videos of this restoration. Could a vintage VW be built from scratch with all new after-market parts?

[@JohnMitch]

Would be interesting to know how many man hours you have put into this project so far and a running tally of man hours worked at the end of each vid. You are doing a great job and I have learnt a lot from the videos you have produced... Thanks for putting out these vids

[@CTmoog]

It's a lot! =) Maybe I will do that on the next one!

[@paulgregory2507]

progress!

[@davidnelson6893]

Yes for sure I get it

[@re-fix9678]

😘😘👌👌

[@randolphblotenberg3383]

👍👍Hallo CT viele Grüße aus Deutschland 🇩🇪

[@philipbarrett3151]

Good work but please cover those arms & glove up - skin cancer is no joke & GMAW has the most UV exposure of all welding types. We want to all enjoy this channel for many years!

[@ricardolopezgutierrez1989]

Saludos de Monterrey

[@jasonburkhart1632]

The small holes are for something being tack in from underneath. I think brackets for heater tubes. Largest hole was where the fuel injection brain sat

[@treyjohnson4035]

You're like an American version of Edd China from Wheeler Dealers

[@nadenolam8368]

Makes me want to do one more restoration, wife would kill me.

[@danielhelbig1116]

Definitely recommend sandblasting the rust

[@mikelove9832]

Your getting to know your welder ! Live Life CT ! Also Thanks the E-bikes are to big ! Have you tryed Steel Rubber ? Made in the USA ! I have for years on other cars the best !!! Thanks Straight Ahead ✌😎

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Mike! I hope you find some good bikes for the kids. I will check them out! I know Mike F was saying to cut up an old tire that it works great.

[@richarddavis3007]

When are you going to start on the swamp Dragon I like to see that I'm working on a 74f100 4x4 4speed 390fe

[@SteveBueche1027]

I would have thought they sold a replacement panel for this.

[@mikesaunders2307]

Really enjoying the series, I haven't welded for many years but am I wrong to be worried about the exposure to UV from the torch when welding without gloves?

[@CTmoog]

Thank Mike! Yes, it's something you want to do all day everyday with out protection.

[@johnjason7204]

Ct would you have been better shutting the rear lid to take the pressure off that panel before you weld it.

[@wellingtonrosa4157]

Muito top e 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@saleendriver]

What ever happened to The Dragon? The Imperial?

[@richarddecoster4464]

So when the 65 Beetle project nears completion what's going to be the next project?

[@CTmoog]

Not sure yet...My Brother has 1958 Dodge Power Wagon we might start working on that soon...=)

[@stephenschmidt2537]

What gauge metal did you use there?

[@CTmoog]

18

[@kevin-gq6nq]

Ct why don't you buff out the surface rust from whole car?

[@CTmoog]

Hey Kevin, we might do that at some point. Just learning how to do all the metal work now. I might ride it with the patina for a bit and have some fun with it first.