VW Restoration! Volkswagen Kombi - RESURRECTION RESTORATION!!! 1962 VW Type 2 Van/Bus, VW Kombi

This 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 Van/Bus has been sitting for over 40 years. Let's see if we can bring it back to life! Let's take a close look at the rusted sheet metal!

[@CTmoog]

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[@stevesestrich5143]

Are you out of your mind?

[@CTmoog]

Hey Steve! Maybe...=) Stay tuned to find out!

[@MarocainComedy]

Please make ur video's like part 1 2 3 4 etc ..im new and cant find out where in the build i am now..

[@icicest066]

Hi from Algeria 🤗

[@JT-un7dc]

What year is your ghia?

[@dj33036]

You are absolutely the most optimistic person I've ever seen.

[@CTmoog]

I try to be most of the time! =) Thanks for hanging in there with me! Stay tuned!

[@cesoloo]

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[@billbrox8666]

I agree, and it takes courage to take on a project like this. My uncle had one of these when I was a kid (I am 57 now), no idea of the year but it was blue, like the blue reply button to the right here where I am writing. I am so curious about when pieces will be welded in and so forth. To see van getting back to its own self again. :) Excellent videos by the way.

[@erikturner8687]

CT, you’ve got your work cut out for you brother! Slow and steady wins the race! Thanks for the update!

[@CTmoog]

Hey Erik! I know my friend! =) It will be a long road! Thanks for the support! Stay tuned!

[@s.dxb.8466]

It’s looks like a small beautiful house 😍 I love it 🥰

[@upvc1865]

Good morning, I am Taha from Egypt. Do you accept to be friends?

[@99goat99]

Buy a lot of big cardboard sheets. Bend, shape and cut them to match the shape of the bus. Duplicate them in sheet metal. Lather, rinse, repeat. Then weld your new custom fabricated VW Bus replica parts together, until you have a complete bus. Then you can remove the VIN number plate on the original bus, and swap it over. I say all this with huge respect for your passion and your tenacity. But there is precious little metal on that original VW Bus that can be saved, from what I see. If you prove me wrong, I shall admit it publicly and salute you sir. I salute you either way for your efforts and determination thusfar! That motor...amazing you bought it back!

[@notajp]

You need to check out the D3Sshooter channel. He is restoring an extremely rusted WWII vintage Citroen 4 ton truck he has named Old Rusty. That trucks cab was at least as bad as this. He is fabricating all his own replacement body parts, in many cases using CAD (cardboard aided design). Pretty impressive work for someone working out of his home shop with only a combo sheet metal shear/brake/roller, hand tools, and a welder! Shows just what you can do if you really want to.

[@99goat99]

It's true - tenacity and ambition will get you over the finish line. And I for one will be watching! Best of luck, get your tetanus booster shot now if you haven't already! LOL But seriously, best wishes. I'll be cheering you on from here. Peace! PS - I have a 50 year old vehicle to mess with too. It was never rusty, but it has provided so many new and exciting challenges and ways to keep me broke. You can find it on my channel / under my videos. It's a 1969 Mercury Montego. :-) @@notajp

[@CTmoog]

Hey John! That is some good advice man! Thanks for the support my friend! I appreciate the kind words! Stay tuned and let's see where this takes us! =) I hope I do prove you wrong! I n a good way! =)

[@99goat99]

Hey CT moog, I think your reply above was for me too, John and I both replied, but I was the guy with the "prove me wrong" stuff. LOL All in good humor of course. Thanks for taking it the way I meant it. And I meant it. I'm definitely going to be tuning in and cheering you on! -G @@CTmoog

[@CTmoog]

@@99goat99 All good stuff my friend! I appreciate the support! Stay tuned!

[@Flyiingdutch]

With great intrest following this saga!

[@tomdunigan234]

I know this is 2 yrs old, but new to me. Thanks for doing these. I had beetles when I was a teenager, now that my kids are teens, I've started a 65 bus project with my youngest daughter. I have intermediate mechanical skills and looking forward 😬to taking on similar challenges.

[@DanielSchenk99]

full tear down. great video by the way,cant wait until the next !

[@petronioamorim9627]

My name is Petronius. I'm from Brazil. I watch all your videos. Here in Brazil this car was named Kombi, affectionately called Kombi Owl (Little Owl). Congratulations on the initiative to Preserve History.

[@CTmoog]

Thank you!!! =) Stay tuned!

[@GoodOldMike]

I remember when you were just a twinkle in KZbin's eye. Now you're all growns up. LOL. Seriously CT. Your success here is well deserved and inspirational. Glad to see it happening for ya.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! Keep at it brother! Let's see how long I can ride this wave! =)

[@rcastillon1]

Surprisingly the interior panels and inner roof aren't in too bad of shape, mostly just the lower portions of the all exterior body panels. I think you have a pretty nice Gem there. A project indeed but one of the best I've seen so far!! Thanks for sharing

[@bintuweel]

Rejuvenate the grandma again from top to bottom in and out let her have new life, take your time and high spirits we are here for your project all the way. As always good video .

[@CTmoog]

Thanks for the support and kind works my friend! Stay tuned!

[@saberahmad5282]

🤔 I think waiting for you hard work! continue ❤️👍

[@DaisyHollowBooks]

I'm totally psyched about this project. I love air-cooled VWs, but I lack the space and time to work on them. At least I can vicariously enjoy your project! Rock on!

[@CTmoog]

THANK YOU!!! Stay tuned! =)

[@wesleyalan9179]

So many people dissing your bus, talking about, "get another body" or " make new sheet metal for it " and so on.... The way i see it is if you, Mr Moog, want to do this in your own way, then do it and dont let anyone get ya down! Its gonna be a sweet bus when you done with her!

[@CTmoog]

Hey Wesley! It's all good man! Thanks for the support! Yes, it's going to be a sweet ride! It already is! =) Stay tuned!

[@gregdavenne651]

Mate, This thing is crusty. I love your passion for this bus, bring it back to life. I am doing up an 74 bay and it was crusty too but all the metal work is nearly done and I am wrapped on to the next stage💪👍 Can,t wait for your next episode. Watching from “Down Under”

[@devaney58able]

If you sprayed rust remover on that van it would disappear

[@oldmancrow6676]

Wow that bus is really rusty. I’m glad you decided to share this journey. I’m going to be following this bus build until you day it’s done brother.

[@geoffholling4773]

You got yourself a great project there, but is nothing that can't be fixed one way or another, I'm really looking forward to the progress on this and ultimately seeing it in all its glory, good luck, and I'll definitely be watching 😃

[@robertsnyder5149]

CT I'm still keeping tract of your videos as they come out. You have mucho body work to do. My 64 double door bus came from eastern Washington so it had "no rust". It had been kept in a barn at Thorp, Wash. most of it's life. I bought it for $400.00 and it had a new motor in it.

[@CTmoog]

Wow! That's a great price! Do you still have it?

[@robertsnyder5149]

@@CTmoog No, I lost it, 2 bugs and my Thing. Had to sell them when wife died of cancer. The guy that bought my bus never finished paying me and I had signed the "lean holder" side of the title so he could get that. He sold it to someone in Issaquah and they finished painting it and now driving it but I still have the title to it. Go figure how they got title to it.

[@estegueydijo....]

@@robertsnyder5149 if he didn't finish pay it still yours. A judge can decide who the car belongs to.

[@robertsnyder5149]

@@estegueydijo.... I think whoever got it bought a title from another rig. If I ever see it again I'll have the cops impound it and check the frame no.s on it.

[@mustie1]

some of the rusty bits on crusty l made patch panels from the inside then used panel adhesive from the inside,

[@CTmoog]

Great tip man! Thank you! Mustie1 in the house!!! =)

[@AntenaGames]

Hi, my name is Rodrigo, I'm from Brazil. I see all your VW Kombi videos. Please keep making videos. I'm your fan. Congratulations on the job.

[@nancynordy467]

Hey rodrigo from uruguay. I want to learn to rebuild kombis. Great vids

[@jamesquintana9137]

This Bus project is my inspiration to get started on mine! Although the sidewall/upper body is not as badly rusted as this one, my Bus' 'lower-half matches yours to a tee...I have to figure-out a starting-point to connect fresh metal to!

[@uldispozarnovs8724]

Jason! Form experience mine 1961 panel was in same crusty condition and it took around 5 years of my weekends to get it finally on the road last year! I will be excited to see how your project will go to relive this amazing experience again :) Good luck buddy and keep up the good work!

[@davidk6271]

Man thats crispy, but I love it. Thanks for sharing this.

[@williammereweather9974]

Would never attempt this myself, but I’m full of respect for you taking it on, can’t wait to see you start the metal work, well done 👍

[@CTmoog]

Hey William! Thanks for the support! It will be a challenge! Stay tuned!

[@idkutet]

It comes down to how far you want to take this restoration , I’d aim for preservation.... get the floors solid , repair the roof from inside out , use a chemical to convert some of the rusted areas I’d keep the patina .... strengthen some areas , go through the motor , replaces brakes .... get Rusty back on the road Pull the heads off the motor , you can tell a lot by the cylinder walls & valves

[@CTmoog]

Greta advise man! Thank you! I agree with you! Fix what needs to be fixed and get it going! Stay tuned!

[@Ian-ij4of]

A lot of work mate, you'll do it though and I'm sure you will be able to drive it too..good luck.

[@daredevil7442AUTOMOTIVE]

To be honest, you seem committed to this bus so, I wouldn't bother with the motor right now, I would tuck it under the bench and forget it for now then put a plan together for rust repair; first I would finalize my expectations then prioritize where to start. I guess I would start with the roof and work my way down, then the cab area and work towards the back of the van. It could be done with a lot of patch panels & fabrication and look for used parts on the internet & locally, especially if you could cut out sections of another bus and install on yours. Working on the motor right now is pointless right now, say you get it cleaned up and running on the stand/bench then it's gonna gonna sit for a awhile and it will need to be gone through again so, I wouldn't bother with it right now.You got your hands full with body work....very full. good luck

[@CTmoog]

That's good advice man! Stay tuned! Did you subscribe?

[@daredevil7442AUTOMOTIVE]

@@CTmoog yep, sub about a month ago, when you bought. I luv an aggressive project!!

[@RD-ue8ps]

Sorry, I would do the opposite. Sort the mechanicals first, get them in sane working condition, not blueprinted. Then do the moving parts, doors, hoods, etc. A way of doing "small" things first, see some result, and not get tired of the project. Then do the front bottom, this will be a tough cookie and require many hours. It will put the bus in a precariously running condition, which will encourage you to go further. The midship bottom and engine bay will be easier. I fear the roof will need complete replacement, that the sheet is worn too thin. I would seek replacement before you start on the rest. In what concerns economics, if you count your hours this will certainly not pay off. For me the hours would be fun, not commercial. That's why I would avoid taking up the huge jobs first, months of work with no result are professional, not fun. Take a look at the channel of Paulão funileiro in Brazil, he just finished doing pretty much the same job on a 6 door. Videos are in Portugese, but you will like what you see. I live in Europe and am a native Brazilian, if I can be of any assistance with translations or parts sourcing, I will gladly try to help. I'm subscribed and following, wish you luck !

[@samuelbacon1596]

CT glad to see the fire extinguisher on the floor . As for the bus it’s a big undertaking a huge undertaking..... my suggestion to you is one piece at a time... one part at a time.. one section at a time,, but the most important thing.... Is just as you build the house level square and plum. Get the bus level in the garage floor...Then brace the inside before you start looking door gaps look at door alignments take painters tape and put it from one door to the panel so when you’re wiggling and cutting... it with give a idea if the doors dropped.... You need to watch a lot of videos of guys who are doing things with these buses..... but if you don’t catch it can you start driving it......my own personal believe would be it might crack in half... I think you can do it slow and steady but once again level square and plum or you won’t have anything when you’re done but a pile of steel to go to the scrap yard and a lot of wasted time by trade I am a carpenter and I always buy the worst house in the best neighborhood and all my friends laugh at me..... but I’m a saver anybody can build something new with fresh steel Freshwood it takes an artist to stick something that is cheap ithe dumpster.... or cheating and scrap yard to make a beautiful again but that’s me and that’s who I am I would get it level on the garage floor and I’d probably start in front and work my way back don’t bite off more than you can chew or you’ll get very discouraged one side at a time and finish it with you wanted to rust or tobe with the patina or you might want to spray it with the black primer gray primer but I put the whole bus back together she’s quite a gem take care JUNKMANDO

[@CTmoog]

Great advice sir! I will take it one thing at a time! I don't want to get too deep into something and not be able to get out. You do need to be an artist to have a vision and to see the possibilities in a pile of rust! I can see it in my mind! Now we just have to make it so! Stay tuned! Thanks for the support! =)

[@midei]

You know, I’m giving up binge watching Game of Thrones and watching your channel instead. What fate awaits good old Rusty? Biting my nails here!

[@CTmoog]

WOW!!! Thanks crazy! Thank you!!! Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for more! =)

[@andrewcarmichael8683]

You have a lot of work ahead of you!

[@spceinvdr6603]

It looks like the surface of Mars when you get up close. Definitely keep the patina look though if you can, just patch the holes

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! I agree! Just going to fix what needs to be fixed! Stay tuned!

[@spceinvdr6603]

CT moog I think it should be called the pope mobile, because that’s one holy wagon

[@gregoryjamesl3003]

Thank you for sharing your passion. You are an inspiration for me. I want to to this like you in my future life.😊

[@saarcful]

Nobody shows step by step of each process but you did, good!

[@werlisjunior1076]

Beautiful! Moment 2:26, this front of the car with this look is wonderful and unique. I would keep his appearance like that. In the best ratlook style ! Of course, restoring the corrosion points

[@smiffy1071]

The engine sounded sweet enough, but I would definitely take all the tins off just to clean them, and be sure there are no critters in there. They will quickly kill all your hard work getting it going again!

[@darrentullis3278]

Exzactly what i was thinking torque the heads adjust valves an drive that baby .

[@noborder6205]

Don't give up, this is hard challenge but it would be nice see it full restored

[@nikitaivanov1536]

Too far gone, as many people in the comment section mentioned, but this thing is absolutely beautiful! The colors and texture of rust is perfect. I would try my best to save this look if It is possible of course.

[@CTmoog]

I agree! It looks great just as it is! Stay tuned for more! Did you subscribe? =)

[@DuckmanCycles]

Do it, dude! Bring it back to life!

[@CTmoog]

I'm trying!!! =) Maybe you can come down and help me some weekend?

[@notajp]

You people think this bus is bad, you need to check out the D3Sshooter channel for his restoration of a WWII vintage Citroen 4 ton truck! And he’s doing all the bodywork with all handmade parts. No aftermarket metal available at all. The only special tool he has is a sheet metal combo machine (shear/brake/roller). Very impressive work!

[@mikejohnson5837]

Sometimes ya just gotta do what ya gotta do. This is gonna be one sweet bus when it's done though. I'll be watchin. Good luck!

[@xavierjacques73]

I wonder what's it like for your neighbors when they watch your videos They must be like Oh it's the bloke across the road 😂😂😂😂😂

[@gparry42]

Well, I like your enthusiasm but surely this beyond economic repair. Good luck and keep the videos coming !

[@jochenloscher2308]

That’ll be an awful lot of work (but an awful lot of fun as well). I think you should give the engine a complete makeover. Such an old and reliable piece of good old German engineering deserves a thorough treatment! Watching the video I thought: How is he going to fix the body without completely swapping it for new parts? I’m very curious about your next steps and looking very forward to see the end result. Good luck and cheers from Germany 🇩🇪

[@Buckswoodshop]

I’m pulling for you dude!! Hate rust!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Brother!

[@rodneybrand8521]

Wow....that's a lot of rust..wouldn't try to discourage you but i would call it beyond repair I've repaired some rusty cars before but this is bad .. didn't know it was this bad.. You got your work cut out for you..good luck.Cheers 🍺🍺🍺🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@allanfoster6965]

Skillz and time and probably a fair bit of money should be right. What do ya think?

[@rosebuddesign635]

Amazing project... Love the T-Shirt.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

As well as your engine runs, I would just inspect it, clean it up and do a basic tune-up with valve adjustment in the process. Take all the tins off, clean them and paint them so that it will look as good as it runs.

[@CTmoog]

Good advice George! Thank you

[@gusmtz5598]

Besides all that rust and the missing parts. That Van wants to live. Hope you can restore it.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

One thing that you can be happy about is that the body is pretty straight, even if it is full of holes.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks for looking on the bright side George! =)

[@5150mxVW]

I expect a Christmas card for not buying this bus lol .

[@CTmoog]

Hey Jason! I can do that brother! You have plenty of VWs! Get out there and make some videos! =)

[@pcarson1377]

Love the videos! She’s a little crispy but definitely worth saving. As for the engine, I’d say just give it a good tune up. It sounded pretty good for not being started in so many years.

[@marcijunebug]

I love it and know you do too...I sure hope some of that logo can be saved! One piece at a time! Getting that floor mat out...the struggle is real! Lol I respect the crust and Rusty is going to be awesome! Guarantee you one thing... If a perfectly restored ANYTHING (Lamborghini, Porsche, corvette...anaything) is parked next to this bus at a car show, the BUS will get the attention NOT the others! Rock that rust and own it! ❤️🤘

[@CTmoog]

You know it! Me too! Although it is pretty much gone. YES!! one piece at a time! Yes, the natural weathering and decay is quit special on this one! =)

[@marcijunebug]

Hey CT, don't know if you care or not...but there is another channel "amazing road" that has an icon as Donald Trump that is putting up your exact content? The only difference is there is a neon green icon "amazing road" in lower left corner? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpSvpXWQqd2aoJo

[@WICKED_WAYS]

Crusty Rusty is looking good 💯👍🏼

[@warrengreenfield8865]

I started at the battery tray on my 58 single cab........5yrs this August and I'm almost ready to drive her........you can do it captain 😉

[@haskyb9184]

Hey CT. loving the videos as always. My wife just watched the last video with me and said “never mind the engine tune up, you need a van to put the engine in!”. I can’t help but think she might be right my friend. Any ideas where you’ll start with the welding? Is there anything to actually weld to?! Regards, Ben (UK)

[@CTmoog]

Hey Ben! I hear yo man! It needs a ton of love but it still has good bones! The wife is always right! =) Stay tuned! Let's see where it takes us!

[@haskyb9184]

I agree with you of course. When I restored my first bug which was my first car (a 1970, 1200) back 15 years ago, the car needed EVERYTHING. All my friends and family thought I was mad. Today I still own her and everyone tells me what a great job I did. Don’t listen to the doubters. Keep at it. We are all watching. 👍🏻

[@abrahammontoya4596]

I like the patient you show all parts the VW you easily can be a doctor because you see and wach every centimeter and take your time.

[@CTmoog]

Hello Abraham! Thank you so much! I appreciate the kinds words! Thank you! Did you subscribe?

[@chazer200]

Great video! Thank you, you have a very good grasp on video production. As for the old girl. I had such great hopes..... but, it appears the old girl has seen her better days. I would suggest take her down, piece by piece, recover, restore all that is restore-able and (like an organ donor) put those restored quality parts out there for other needing projects. I had such high hopes she would be a survivor, but looking at your amazing vid,,,,, NO she is not.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Chas! Stay tuned and see what happens! You might be surprised! =) Thanks for the kind works my friend!

[@2233golf2]

If this man were a doctor...he would be pulling dead bodies from their graves and start CPR....in high hopes that they get a regular heart rythm .

[@caesarillion]

I am in Thailand with 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer in similar condition. Tropical rust. I am however going to re do it into a Joginder Singh African Safari rally car. He beat team Porsche. I used to have a 1966 window van but it got wrecked by a red light runner. RIP but I think it was saved. Great vid. I'll be watching. BTW I also had a Rand KR2 kit built airplane with a 36 hp VW engine. 119 mph flat out! Paul

[@roygabriel.2753]

A Donor body and a Magic Wand. The engine and mechanical parts are salvageable. Good luck with the project you are going to need it.

[@bigbearfuzzums7027]

She can be saved don't give up on Betty !

[@viannna1971]

eu nunca abraçaria um projeto destes, só com um patrocinador muito forte, é caso de virar sucata esta Kombi, muita parte estrutural comprometida, vai ter que trocar praticamente toda a carroceria, teto praticamente já está em casca de laranja, terá que set trocado, ou gastar muita massa poliester para deixar, apreciavel. Coragem guerreiro.

[@EmanDeluxeVLOGS]

Preservation will bring out some some serious creativity in you as you begin to dissect and fabricate each area of concern. Seeing it personal and up close... You definitely got your work ahead of you but focus on forwad. We will all be here for you pishing along my friend! As far as engine... Just a tune up i dont see a need to disassemble. Try to keep the one thing thats going great simple. Plugs cap rotor wires oil seals and clean. Make a huge list and cross off. Will make you feel accomplishment.

[@CTmoog]

Great advice for an awesome guy! Thanks man!

[@s.dxb.8466]

I’ll right in Arabic 😬 أنت تقوم بعمل رائع استمر يا بطل 👍😎

[@LoftechUK]

That’s a wreck. This will be fun watching this become a beauty

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Andrew! Stay tuned! =)

[@fredmaxwell9619]

Can you afford all the replacement panels that will need assuming you plan on fixing all the rust. I went to Wolfs Burg West and looking at the web site and you will spend at lease 2K just on sheet metal around the front tires and floor pan for your feet and that is just to make it safe. Personally I think it will be a great challenge (1000s of hours of work) and hope you do it. If you are going to replace all the rusty panels then you should go through the motor.

[@CTmoog]

Hey Fred! That is great advice man! I will find a way to make it happen! Stay tuned for more! Did you subscribe?

[@jeffr0]

Hoo buddy. Looks like a shipwreck

[@CTmoog]

haha! Yes, he needs some love! Stay tuned Jeff!

Dear Sir, After all the work and skills you've put in this car and going to put in to this car, the moment people (and you, yourself) are noticing the result of the work, is when the body of the car is shining, like in the time it was bought. That's the quintessence of a restoration. So after all the work you've done, give yourself the pleasure of a total restore of the body, because only then you can say the project was a complete succes. Keeping it rusty is not going to give the ultimate pleasure of seeing Rusty in a shining condition again. This said, as an non technical man, i can imagine this will cost you a lot of time and work. With Kind Regards, Michel F. van den Brun The Netherlands

[@ticodahora]

This VW Bus have a lot of potential to be a incredible Rat Look Project. Some maintance to stay in use conditions, a very low suspension, nice weels and enjoy the car...

[@Mikefngarage]

that one is battery tray put the motor back in and slamb it. Not a real restorable one would be one big pinhole if you sand blasted it.

[@malefecent9728]

I love your videos! Can’t wait to see the next one!

[@abdullahhamadeh]

I say that take it extreme so you can make sure that it is safe to drive ... And stuff ... I love to see that final results man ..

[@xavierjacques73]

Ho ho Happy happy Love the VW Now let me go back to the video Itching to watch the dissembling

[@danielcarrillovargas4940]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 all the videos are awesome brother 🙏 best of vibes your way

[@erykcz6031]

I think you should check everything, sometimes small things can cause serious problems. The body has a lot of corrosion, I think repair will require a lot of work but it's still so exciting!

[@montanawildcat5198]

It's best to take that engine all of the way apart, and build it up fully, no rust left on its parts, and I'd surely recommend a taller cam. The body is fine, but I'd put a roll cage in the cab as even a mild fender bender would cause you to be crushed. Also, reinforce the frame where necessary. Nice work so far.

[@josejr.canillas7704]

Nice video, I love it. I enjoy watching

[@dimatvey3408]

Интересный проект, буду с удовольствием наблюдать. Много конечно труда надо вложить в него, но он этого стоит👍

[@geraldtonjjeeper]

Depends on your budget. All of the body pressings are available as replacement panels, just need welding together in the correct sequence! Otherwise cut and paste! Long job, can be done! Check out Urchfab or Elin Yakov"s Rusty Beauties as they have similarly rusty projects! Not a bad show you are making!

[@Mikefngarage]

WOW you know how I can fix rust I have seen your comments on my channel. But man I think if you were to sand blast that guy you would not have much metal left. the whole thing would be one big pinhole. I knew that when I first looked at it from a distance. I am all for saving these cars but that one I would put a battery tray in it and drive it just like it is. Replacing metal would be pointless. Those ones are the ones on the samba I pass up because they just cant be restored. Would make a patina ride but anything else would be pointless thinking.

[@CTmoog]

Hey Mike! that's the plan! Fix what I can I drive it!

[@johnskedgell405]

Mike F a

[@Mikefngarage]

@@johnskedgell405 second that a

[@Hello_bus]

Hi CT. Start from the bottom and fix it so you can drive it. The engine is workig so let it be. Fix floors and beems first. Love your Rusty bus!😍

[@VWLifeVW]

I'd also address the holes in the roof too. That's going to be tricky

[@claudiogloriatorres2090]

Like+. Tenho uma Kombi 1993 no Brasil, cuido como se fosse carro de coleção. bacana essa série VW

[@juanpabloarena2724]

Claudio,he visitado Isla Do Gobernador en el 96 Y quedé fascinado con la cantidad de Kombi nuevas rodando... lástima q en mi país sólo se fabricaron hasta 1990 y ya no quedan muchas... Saludos desde Buenos Aires.

[@andynixon2820]

If you don't have one already now could be a good time to invest in a plasma cutter . You obviously love it enough so that'll give you enough impotus to see this project through - working through each panel and seeing the fruits of your labours. Good luck buddy .

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Andy! Yes, It is on my wish list of tools to buy! Thank you!!! Did you subscribe? Stay tuned!!! CT =)

[@TheHorsebox2]

It's a huge task but not impossible. Another option would be to restore the inner structure and leave the patina on the outer panels. And overhaul the brakes, electrics and other mechanicals.

[@NotSoCrazyNinja]

That's one rusty boi. A restoration is doable, but looks like it's going to be a lot of work. I'm actually a little shocked that the engine managed to run so well after seeing all the rust on the body. Where I live, rust claims most older vehicles. If you let a vehicle sit for any length of time exposed, it will rust here. The oldest vehicle I have is 1985 (truck) and the body is pretty rusty in various places. Just got it so haven't had to restore/fix the rust yet but this bus is way rustier than what I'm used to seeing restored. I wish you luck because I want to see this VW back on the road. Subbed, can't wait.

[@marcelomartinslibertasse5375]

Ótimo vídeo!!! Missão impocivel kkkk

[@ahmedkhalilelouadghiri916]

Hard work ahead but fun work too👍👍👍

[@OkFixer]

Your wife must be a saint, ha ha ha. You really have got your work cut out for you. You’re just going to make this a driver right? Are you just going for patina? If so, just fix the structure and roof, or areas that are about function. Still lots of love needed. Great videos, keep them coming.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! Yes, she is pretty cool! She puts up with a lot.....=) Yes, that's the plan! Just get it running and driving and replace the sheet metal that really needs it! Stay tuned!

[@kilroysmith6539]

When I first saw the first video in this series I thought you were going to do a spoof on mustie1 because prior to this I've never seen anyone try to restore something this far gone. The way it looks to me is you're going to have to build a bus to go with the tail lights headlights motor and brake cylinder reservoir that you have. I hope you pull it off it's great to see things Rise From the Ashes. Keep wrenching.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Kilroy! It will be a major challenge! Stay tuned fore more!

[@luke9511]

another awesome video as always!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Luke! I appreciate the support my friend!

[@CaptainVaanSmith]

i keep thinking of the flintstones with the holes on the floor. how are you going to patch them off?

[@brunoribeiro2239]

Linda kombi !!!!! a personalidade dela é incrível !!!

[@brocktillman1014]

Wolfsburg west have awesome replacement sheet metal CT. Old Rusty definitely wants to live on. It's just going to take you awhile. Be patient brother😊 fyi I'm doing a quick front floor pan video in about 10 days... That 66 I was working on came back from blasting and front floor pan was toast. Not as bad as Rusty but needs to be replaced. Just coordinating with the body man now lol. Peace, Brock

[@CTmoog]

Hey Brock! Yes they do! =) That's awesome man! I will be on the look out for it! That will be a big help! =)

[@alexalves6729]

Hugs from Brazil!

[@CTmoog]

Thanks Alex!!! =)

[@510Russ]

Towards the end, the rubber floor mat was about all there was of the floor on my '75 Beetle. It could have been a Flintstones car. Yabba Dabba Doo! :)

[@BigDwww]

Good luck with the resto, you will do it if you take your time, just manage the build with the home life, Rome wasnt built in a day.

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! Good advice! One day at a time!

[@DuckmanCycles]

We're gonna be the Bus Bros!

[@CTmoog]

Sweet! I can't wait! Get that thing home brother!

[@romuhamsteri]

Hello CT! It has quite a lot of rust but it's not as bad as it looks. There is good metal where you can attach new sheet metal. Plan carefully where and how you start to repair it. Don't tear too much open at a time! Do it a bit at a time, there's no hurry. Don't worry, you can easily repair it :) In my opinion, it is best to open the engine at this point, so you can check the crankshaft and connecting rod bearings so you can be sure of what it is. good luck to the project, you just do a little at a time so you won't get bored with it and we get a lot of good videos hehe :)

[@CTmoog]

Thanks man! That is great advice! I really appreciate the support and kind words. I think oping the case is a good idea too. We may as well go all the way and get it right! Stay tuned! =)

[@donm8856]

After viewing this, I hope you have another body hiding somewhere. If not then this will be the longest overhaul on KZbin! lol On a good note it will keep us all entertained for the next 10 years..

[@akesdustyvlogs5932]

Sandblast the entire van to get rid of all the rust then primer the whole van remove necessary panels that need replacing and fabricate with sheet metal and also the engine I would strip down clean and polish everything and replace all broken or worn out parts good luck with the major rusty project