Did I Give Up On My DREAM CAR?!

[@michaelgutierrez6564]

A few pieces of advice. Don't make sharp corners on patch panels. The corners will burn through when welding. Turn your wire feed down some and increase the voltage. You aren't getting good penetration. Decrease the tension on your welder so you don't get a birds nest. You should have just enough tension to feed the wire but also slip when your wire gets stuck.

[@GrayRaceCat]

I came here to say this but you beat me to it! I would add that it seems like his ground connection is weak or too far from the weld. And it looks like the shield gas is turned up too high, not forming a gas envelope around the weld site. Resulting in too much soot in the weld. (that and the loud hiss!)

[@ssenssel]

Never give up on a car project. Don't matter how ugly it is. Karmann Ghias are beautiful. Keep at it, bro.

[@IdentifiantE.S]

Yes 🔥

[@zymurgist8844]

Glad the Ghia is back! My favorite thing about this channel is when you work out of your comfort zone and try new things. I respect the heck out of that!

[@chewykreis3932]

That small cutout you did by the headlight bucket. Always keep a dremel style tool with the little cut off wheels. Perfect for that size of cut.

[@iplaymytele]

I started watching your Karmann Ghia Videos, two years ago When I got My 1971 Karmann Ghia….! I was watching anybody’s Karmann Ghia videos, to get ideas on all kinds of different fixes… my body was in pretty good shape. The floor pans were shot, and I simply put new metal in them. Nothing real pretty just structurally sound….! it’s 2:10 AM Monday, June 19 and there’s a thunderstorm raging here in Sweet home Alabama I could not sleep so I decided to watch some more Karmann Ghia videos.. and low and behold after two years, you decided to start working on your car again…! I was pleased to see that …, my car is by no means a restoration…🙄 My Karmann Ghia is a daily driver. It is mechanically 100% sound with a new motor…! New brakes, new brake lines you name it it has it… if I was younger,( I am 69 years young ) now … And head, a butt load of extra money. I would probably be more meticulous about the body of my car…! But my intention from the time that I got it to right now, is to give it a 1970s rat rod look…! I have taken it to car shows, and it is received extremely well…👍🏻🙏🏻 you can see my Karmann Ghia on my channel, ( THE JEFF GALEY CHANNEL ) and see it is Not all rusted out , or super ratty looking…! It just has me written all over. It’s extremely cool Italian design body…..! Keep posting your videos about your Karmann Ghia and I will keep watching them have a great upcoming week your friend in Sweet home, Alabama, Professor, Jeff Galey….🎶🎸🎻🎶👍🏻

[@coreycreehan8197]

said it last time. I'm gonna say it this time. THIS video format/style is my favorite that you've ever done. I love it so much

[@benlucas1039]

Bob, this has to be my favorite project you have been working on to date. Love the content and learning through the process of getting the old car to run again. Keep up the good work!

[@SwompyGaming]

Cant wait for next year when we get an update on how the car is going!😉

[@Iliketomakestuff]

HA! Luckily the green cruiser is finally consistent so I can make it out to the farm and get some stuff done :)

[@yoshuavillar]

Love your work bob. I really appreciate how you show the ups and downs of your projects, 'cause we can relate and see that you're just a guy that likes to make stuff

[@neesch]

Proud to be one of 10%. Yes talking to someone is amazing, do it. Love your stuff, keep up the great work.

[@Iliketomakestuff]

I'm glad you're here!!

[@HansAndreasR1]

love the voice over beginning and love how well this was scripted in general (not that other ILTMS video's are not well scripted, they certainly are! but i sense a new wind... it's great!)

[@klausengelhardt3974]

So glad to see you working on it again. Some advice on cutting out small patches. Try using a dremel with a cut off wheel. When using your grinder use s flap wheel on sheet metal it will give you a better finish. Also a good tip for cutting patches out of sheet metal use aviation snips much easier to trim. Keep going each thing you fix you are getting closer.

[@daniesco21280]

Yes, KARMANN GHIA

[@blizatrex]

Great to see more of the Karmann. Have you heard of Steelit spray? I have seen the guys on Hoonigan use it to keep the rust from forming on parts and it is weldable.

[@bomberwatson]

Great work so far, and doing real well for a novice. As someone else said your running your wire speed way to fast for sheet metal work, disregard the "sizzling bacon" advice everyone gives as it doesnt work for thin metal. Wind the wire speed down and maybe click the volts up. You should be able to lay a series of tacks that are burnt all the way through the back side and lay fairly flat with the top side of the join when set right. Also dont be afraid to dump the epoxy on, the back half looks pretty dry. You want the entire thing somewhat glossy when its wet like the front. Getting runs isnt really an issue as your going to be using polyester fillers and fairly course grit sandpaper over it anyway so its a good time to learn the limitations of the spray paint, how much you can lay on without it sagging. Keep up the good work mate.

[@zanderchiasson8064]

Try turning down the wire tension a fair bit when using thin wire, it won’t push as hard and will reduce that bending inside the machine

[@FhVW]

Never give up! I haven't! I have two cars in need of repair, but I live in a big city so nearly impossible with current house prices. After rust converting, try and grind it away. I have had so much rust coming back when painting on top of it.

[@TheDoghousegaming]

absolutely love the start of the video, keep going with it as its really cool to see it start turning the corner and becoming something that resembles a car again

[@scotter_dotter]

How did you guys get Ken Burns to direct the opening? ❤

[@rockaholictom]

Oh my gosh the difference in look after the primer was amazing!!

[@MadAsKiwi]

It's awesome to see you are back at the bench (so to speak) with the KG. I really can't wait to see it done (don't worry, I know it's a looooong way off, been there with vehicles also). I see you still have a lot of rust to take care of (for instance, when you were working on the patch between the left-front fender and the grille, the camera picked up another big chunk of rust behind), I would recommend getting a leather sandbag for working small patches like that into the right shape. You can sit it on a bench or on your anvil and work the metal with your hammers, dollies and punches until it is about right (then finesse it to finish as you have been when tacked into place). Another thing, with the FJ40 (I'm guessing it's a FJ?), go check out what Fab Rats did with their FJ.. while an LS swap may not be necessary, perhaps a 1UZ-FE swap would give you reliability and more power in the FJ and keep it all Toyota? May be a colab with Fab Rats could see something like this into fruition (here's hoping lol)? Keep up the good work. I can't wait to see the next instalment on the KG.

[@ddutton0]

The into was epic! Like one inf the best, very cinematic and engaging.

[@kenschneiweis3677]

I listen weekly to your pod cast with Jimmy and David. Very calming and motivating. Glad I checked out the channel.

[@xxPenjoxx]

As a big musicals fan, I didn't know the Karmann Ghia was a real car! The character Carmen Ghia in Mel Brook's Producers is the only other time I'd heard it.😂 🎉the more you know 🌈 Its a beautiful car, definitely a crazy difference just putting the primer on.

[@andydudas2376]

kudos on the cinematography/lighting/edit in the opener...beautiful.

[@reallunacy]

Always happy to see this project. For those radiused pieces of metal, look up an English wheel. For the body filler remember that you want to use the least amount possible as the thicker it is, the more chance you have for it to chip off after you've painted the car. This really is a massive project so huge props for taking it on. Oh, and look into the brands of body filler. It's been a while since I've looked into it, but Rage Gold was considered a better product than Bondo was so do a little research on brands.

[@katherinecarroll3706]

I’m glad you are back to fixing the Karman Ghia!

[@hgtydjdjdgh67889]

I'm only a family of 4 and we tried doing one vehicle this past fall when our $4000 car needed a head gasket. We ended up donating the car and just picking up a good running truck that I could drive and fix as needed.

[@daydream4days]

Love the intro and the marker board list! I have a project car in a similar disarray and it is really great to see the Gia still coming along!

[@aeknouse412]

So happy to see this update! It gives me hope for my Ghia. It's looking good, keep at it!

[@Dennis-in5lo]

For the patch work, a set of aviation snips and a hand nibbler are your best friend.

[@Hoodlum045]

@Bob in Australia your green cruiser is called a "shortie forty" (short wheel base 40 series) (as opposed to the troopy LWB)

[@theinfernalcraftsman]

Progress is good. On your patches try to avoid sharp corners as it will reduce the warpage issues and other problems. I have never done a ghia but a few bugs and they are not my favorite to do.

[@Iliketomakestuff]

Thanks for the tip!

[@antok86]

I want that lancruiser!😊

[@TheGingerWorkshop]

Fantastic intro and video! The harbor freight part had us cracking up pretty hard.

[@victorcast2467]

Great to see the car getting some love again! Can't wait to see it finished

[@kpmathis71]

Loved the starting few seconds/ minute. Great lead jn. And its great to see you more off the cuff in this one. The polished/careful monologs are perfect for teaching quickly/clearly. But this is about the progress & path.

[@eoindgrace]

Glad to see the return of the Ghia, it was the project that made me subscribe in the first place as it's been my dream car for years too!

[@kevinpatrick1379]

The Karmann Ghia project is how I found this channel. So glad to see it progressing again 😊

[@sirvector466]

Tip: close the gate when you're welding. Can be heard that the arc is jumping, try with the door/gate/everything closed - welding would go much easier

[@imnumbersix]

Great to see work on the Ghia! Floor pan and drive train will be excellent to watch too. We'll done.

[@GaryOshust]

Awesome Bob! Glad to see you have been able to put time into this again.

[@Fleenoreric]

Omg! Finally! I’ve been waiting for you to get back at it. This is one of my favorite KZbin series. Problem solving. Trial and error. Please don’t leave me hanging this long again.

[@destroy43]

Got a similar dream car recently (911) and it's crazy how starting on one project will sideline another. Stoked to see this gain some momentum and it's just the push I needed to revisit a prior project that has been sitting alone for too long (vw bus).

[@EngineeredToDesign]

Great work, I have watched you for years somehow the green Fj slipped under my radar haha, I have a mustard 45 series ute. Just finished the floor pans in my super beetle it’s always a bigger job then first intended. Keen to see more.

[@erin.anderson]

I know this isn't about the main content of the video, but thank you, thank you, THANK YOU, for making the effort to help normalize seeking help for mental health struggles, particularly in men. Please keep being awesome and making cool stuff.

[@jimhaus]

Awesome. I wondered what happened to this car. Glad you got the capacity to work on it again!

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Nice to see you back on the Ghia

[@Captain_Wolf]

The intro sequence to this video slaps! 🔥

[@sgsax]

Whenever you have a video about the Ghia, it gives me dangerous thoughts about Miata. Great to see some new progress on the car. And that dramatic intro is award-worthy. Thanks for sharing!

[@nathancoye]

I just finished a big car project and the key for me was doing something on it every single day. Move it forward by a little bit - just planning, purchasing parts or actually doing the work. That’s the only way to battle the project being so big that you just stop

[@YTcustomchris]

Wow what presser do you have your argon mix set at. I don't think you should be able to hear that coming out. Should be around 10

[@rumbust7793]

Been waiting patiently for this series to return. Thankfully I discovered it quite late so haven't had to wait the whole hiatus.

[@Zerocool-kb4ej]

I used to be a spraypainter a few years ago ,and back then u couldn't spray filler over epoxy-primer , maybe that has changed over the years ,but it would be a shame if your new paintjob just falls off. So i should check it out ,just to be sure. Back then we would grind/sand to the bare metal ,then put on the filler ,and then put on a wash-primer (etching-primer) ,and after that the normal primer ,a few layers of base coat ,and then finnish it off with 2 layers of clearcoat

[@thedabblingwarlock]

Should have seen if Ron Covell was available for a collab. He does a lot of sheet and body work tutorials here on youtube. Still, it's nice to see that you're still working on the car. I've got a desk that's been stalled for a year now, so I guess you're not alone in the projects taking forever department.

[@starboy71]

at 3:27 I forgot you had a welding and grinding mask and I was like, "Bob stop trying to be cool with flames in your face!"

[@HumanCreativity]

I could have watched like 2 hours of this! Thank you Bob it was worth the wait

[@thomas-gk9jp]

The most awaited video on the internet, finally live !!!!!!

[@vayabroder729]

Great that you’re keeping at it. Btw, love the old Landcruiser too. That’s another killer car. I suggest you don’t cover the holes for the side mouldings on both sides. So many people eliminate the mouldings on Karmann Ghias and the cars look too plain without them; I believe they enhance the lines of the car.

[@jordan-ramblinaround2323]

I recommend getting that epoxy off and doing it with the welder, or a patch panel. It 100% will not hold up long term. Any panels that you need to weld that will have metal on metal should have copper coat paint on them (you can weld through it) and seam sealer on any lip or repair to prevent moisture from getting in later. I never lap weld panels, but many people do. For home projects it's fine. POR15 is the best rust lock paint imo. I worked at a body shop for 8 years where we built multiple 1st and 2nd place Concours d'Elegance cars. Biggest thing people mess up on body work is trying to rush through it.

[@lcdrmiguelortiz8760]

Where did you buy the sections that goes from the rear seat cross member to the floor? I need to replace those on my KG as well. Thanks in advance!

[@johnmeier7924]

What attachment did you use for the air gun? I have a ton of welds on my car that are hard to use with the normal attachment

[@SchysCraftCo.]

So happy to see a new video on the car restoration serise

[@Mondoman8282]

Missed this series. Can’t believe it’s been a year.

[@gorbashin]

So probably not the recommended way but I found that using a mig at the right setting would burn thin metal til it got to good metal, then I could start stacking and working back to fill the hole. Gun angled to hit the edge of the metal sheet. Spot welding, 2 second pull, 5 seconds to cool, rinse and repeat. It's how I'm getting rid of small rust holes on my old 4runner.

[@gavinhillery3130]

That opening sequence should be nominated for an Emmy itself. What a cinematic experience.

[@MineMountModels]

I thought I was about to watch a “Foureyes Furniture” video. Similar vibe and music. 😂

[@jackww839]

I love your fearlessness when trying new things. Reminds me of Jimmy deresta. By just getting after it and doing different stuff you accomplish so much and learn amazing things👍

[@NateMcNasty99]

Loved the cinematic feel of the opening

[@Iliketomakestuff]

It was the perfect depiction of how I've felt over the last year.

[@ljskizzle]

Really love the energy in these ghia videos

[@JohnJacksonJohnson]

In retrospect, Bob, you probably could've used a Dremel tool with a cutting wheel to achieve a precision cut on the headlight.

[@mynameisAMRA]

LOVE the intro, the trying of new things. Love it.

[@cudak84]

yesterday i put engine in my beetle:) nice to see progress on Karmann:)

[@MichaelIngmanson]

Liked the new more cinematic intro. 👍

[@even7steven]

Use your MIG wire scraps as filler when TIG welding.

[@SuperAverageJason]

Holy cow, that intro was amazing! I'm sure it took a whole lot more work but it might be interesting to see a full episode like that! a guy can dream!

[@MapBot11]

I love the style of this video, it feels like a full length blooper video.

[@staipari6244]

Love this project. Have you considered EV conversion?

[@MartinodePueblo]

Sick! The Gia is back!! Looking so much forward to more video's about it!

[@DubWerks]

Glad to see you back on the Ghia! A tip of advice with bodywork, be careful when using sharpies on panels. They will bleed through every layer and you'll see it through your final paint job.

[@Iliketomakestuff]

Good to know!

[@kv501]

Loosen up the tension on the rollers of your welder

[@smithleerichard]

Wondered were the Karman was. Glad its coming back

[@jayf9259]

Love the intro! Very cinematic ... reminds me of Peter McKinnon's videos.

[@thespidermike]

You’re the best, Bob! We’re all pulling for you on this one!!!

[@spnkr9932]

Hey i understand you are a professional and you do great work but please be more careful with that sheet metal. When cutting small pieces they typically fly in the air and i would recommend safety glasses next time and only if you want some no cut gloves too. All coming from a sheet metal worker. Keep up the great work!

[@God_Of_Hammers]

4:23 A missed opportunity to say, "My name's Bob, and I like to waste stuff!" ❤ I know the pain.

[@transmissi]

I’ve got a ‘65 Beetle that I’d love to restore some day, really awesome to see the Ghia return :) keep up the good work !!

[@jonbailey6048]

For doing curved pieces like that front nose section I typically would use a leather shot bag to help form the pieces. Nice to see the ghia getting some love!!

[@Iliketomakestuff]

Great idea!

[@jeffgross7282]

So glad you're back at it!

[@JBLewis]

Ron Covell is your guy for learning to form those complex curves

[@TheBlazingSilver]

I wonder if for the part that you had to patch with the all the compound curves you could 3D scan the surface, then use that plane to bisect a block into two halves you could then 3D print and use to press the sheet metal into the exact correct shape of the void.

[@kandipiatkowski8589]

I can understand life getting in the way. My son is going thru that now. We bought a 79 Camaro off ebay in 2008. It's been moved around many times, and my son has finally realized that he's probably not going to be able to work on it anytime soon. I was actually shocked that he has made the decision to sell it....especially after he went to college and got a bachelor's degree in automotive restoration. Sadly, the Camaro needs a lot more work than he is going to have time for (or extra money for parts).

[@jwhrivnak]

Great job, keep it going. Thanks for the video.

[@andy-in-indy]

It as good to see you back on the VW. That gray primer looks good on it.

[@jacobkrebsbach727]

I have a Karmann Ghia that also needs the panels under the rear package area, any chance you could let us know who you found that can make those?

[@MichaelNatrin]

Great video on your learning process. Nice tattoos!

[@soundz9992]

Glade to see you back at it

[@jkaiser2787]

LPT: Cut the connecting bar for those two part epoxy's that way you have more control over the mixture. Helped me from wasting extra epoxy.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Bob! 😃 That's definitely not an easy task... But the car is looking much better already! Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@Killer-co1dw]

Been waiting on this for forever!

[@Warshipmodelsunderway]

I love your "can do" attitude on this project!

[@wolfpreist]

when doing body work, you need a hammer and what's called a dolly. IE a piece of metal you hold in your other hand, behind what you're hammering on. They have flats and curves you push against the piece where needed so that you hammer flush, and dont push the work below the body line.

[@parzdiver]

That’s my dream car as well. You are doing an amazing job. So much to do and putting it “away” every now and then might be just what you need.