Honest John comes to the rescue👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏and to be fair now you know about the shims😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@malcolmdastur44113 ай бұрын
Hey Dom, I've watched you alot on The Repair Shop. Unlike The Repair Shop this video actually showed how the repair was done. I'm a VW fan and I've just bought a T2 VW camper. I'm going to first rebuild the engine & gearbox. Thank you for showing the mistake with the shims, that was so informitive and I will make sure to take my time and do the rebuild correctly. Oh by the way, I'm an expat from the UK and now reside in Manitoba, Canada. Thanks again Dom, hope you have alot of fun driving your VW van.
@DanTheManIOM2 жыл бұрын
There is another Italian John, and he works mostly on Vanagons. I am sure you would like his channel. I see you have the same luck as I do when you put your best man on the job ! I have one driving split, 1967 sundial camper. 8 min to pull the engine is good. Looking forward to more split window bus adventures...
@Kamikaze3557 Жыл бұрын
Happy to have found your channel. From the Repair Shop.
@iamalittlepepper2 жыл бұрын
It is so nice to have a friend like Honest Jon!
@R.Craig.Collins2 жыл бұрын
28:00 minutes in, it looks that perhaps a brake light is out... but your new 'old' paint job looks great. Looking forward to the Porsche
@TheXeroid2 жыл бұрын
John is a good friend. You reap what you sow!
@Danni-52 жыл бұрын
Looking great mate, bumpers and wheels have transformed it. Looks like you have a blown brake light. Dan
@keefbrown2 жыл бұрын
Saved me typing it.. lol
@bobnorman47302 жыл бұрын
8 minutes! Not bad at all. John is a good friend, a blessing to have for sure.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
He is the best!
@richardphillips41982 жыл бұрын
Looks great! But your drivers side brake light is out 😉 you don’t want any reasons to be pulled over. Keep up the great work, love your videos, as does my 2yr old daughter who is also asking to watch Dom! 👍🏻
@johnsholian43182 жыл бұрын
Mission creep is all too familiar. I picked up an MGB GT that had sat in a garage for 34 years. After going through the necessary steps to assess the condition of the engine, the engine and gearbox had to come out to fix the clutch. Besides all of the new gaskets, seals, hoses, etc. that got replaced, maybe I’ll paint the engine while it’s out which led to cleaning and painting the engine bay, which led to removing the heater box and refurbishing that while access was good. Then it needed another gear so in goes an overdrive gearbox. The good news is it’s running and driving great and so is your bus. Now, get on that 356 and do the same for it. Can’t wait. Well done Dom and Honest John!
@lesleysmith56232 жыл бұрын
Great video, a great friend and ... your tool book's on the way ! Happy days !
@sarto7bellys2 жыл бұрын
Only come across this by chance, as soon as you appeared I thought I know him, I think you do a really good job in your restoration work on the telly and you're into VW's, you have a new subscriber.
@paulvernon96002 жыл бұрын
Lovely hubcaps Dom! Look forward to some Porsche progress.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@brendawilliams7002 жыл бұрын
Lovely to see your “it’s not a project” project up and running 😂.
@josephlwallssr61662 жыл бұрын
Great job! Check out your reverse light on the drivers side! Not on while reversing...probably an easy fix! Brake light. Thanks, I really enjoyed your video!
@philipgray91552 жыл бұрын
Another great vid and my kind of music again! Looking forward to next week’s 3D scan of the Porsche - woo hoo.
@maverick41772 жыл бұрын
If only everything in life was as cool as an old Volkswagen 😊😎👍🏻👌🏻
@paulg33362 жыл бұрын
The alignment tool is purely to align things during assembly so you can get the input shaft of the gearbox through the clutch plate into the pilot bearing when you offer up the gearbox to be bolted back on. If the clutch plate and pilot bearing are not initially aligned , the gearbox input shaft will not be able to go in. It has nothing to do with "rattles" when the engine is running. Once the assembly is bolted up , the first time the clutch is disengaged everything automatically aligns because the clutch plate floats freely on the gearbox shaft.
@GeoffRiley2 жыл бұрын
I can't help it… you kept reminding me of 'Not The Nine O'clock News'-"Hey Bob, have you seen Bobs torque wrench?" 😁 Lovely job and I can totally understand the 'whilst… I might as well…" feeling.
@loopflex93592 жыл бұрын
The joys of owning an old vw. Good work and we all learn from mistakes. Keep on dubin.🤙
@bobingram69122 жыл бұрын
What a mate Honest John is, top man, I could spend some time in his workshop!!!!👍👍👍 Get that brake light fixed lad🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@amazinplays78132 жыл бұрын
Received your book today, very pleased with it. Congratulations
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, glad you enjoy it
@thomasnoteboom1531 Жыл бұрын
Yes I agree, if it was original blue,that would have been very cool, but it's always good to check
@blacksquirrel40082 жыл бұрын
“Trip down memory lane” for me, too. I remembered the size of every wrench you were picking up and that wiggle to draw it away from transmission. Those throw out bearings seem to last forever. Thank you.
@keithhoughton43082 жыл бұрын
Me in 1984.
@andybriggs40662 жыл бұрын
Nice when you’ve got a mate that will drop everything to help you out honest John rocks
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
He is the best!
@noeldyne3892 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Dom, the Bus looks awesome. Honest John saves the day. True old school VDUB mates working late and in the dark 🤙😎👍. Can't wait for the Porsche video
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Jon is the best!
@noeldyne3892 жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineasHI Dom, sent a message to you on Messenger. Have you heard of Parker Fabrication in Bournemouth ? Looks like he uses a Ranalah to make petrol tanks for Motor bikes
@HelloOJ2 жыл бұрын
John is a legend. Well
@indi_vw2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful bus! 🤙
@anthonywilson48732 жыл бұрын
Takes me back my first engine rebuild was a Moggie thousand second a VW Beatle. 40 plus years ago.
@andybriggs40662 жыл бұрын
My first memory of my then new step dad was him changing the engine in our new to use camper a beer crate and a plank I thought he was a magician lol thankfully he got me into classic minis lol
@likeakite2 жыл бұрын
You've got a great mate there in John !!!
@tony.b43682 жыл бұрын
Near side brake light out Dom 😊
@stephenrice45542 жыл бұрын
Honest John deserves a treat of his own choosing . Great video 👍🇬🇧
@rickdavila87832 жыл бұрын
My dad was a VW mechanic for years and I learned how to turn a wrench from him. Thanks for the trip down memory lane!
@brianhull51252 жыл бұрын
Dom!!! I told you it’d be a project…but you said and I quote “it’s not really a project” were your famous last words 😂😂
@tonycoughlin9112 жыл бұрын
Yes Dom! Great car / van content and the Speedster next... can't wait!! 💪
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Next weeks porsche episode is a good one!
@vwcoco2 жыл бұрын
Original wheels 👍 nice job on bumpers . Engine just one of those things nice help by John
@aaronledwidge60642 жыл бұрын
Smashing episode I thoroughly enjoyed that
@michaellane98732 жыл бұрын
That brings back memories when changing the clutch on my old Morris minor many moon's ago.
@cameradoctor2052 жыл бұрын
I've dropped engines / subframes out on gravel driveways too ... the trick is to put a sheet of ply down first ! You can buy cheap ply from joinery places, as it is often used to pack around the better quality Laminate sheets they buy, the local Joiner sells the ply 'packing sheets' for a packet of choccy biscuits per sheet ;)
@briananthony40442 жыл бұрын
You look like the guy on The Repair Shop. Incredible bunch of people.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Haha that is me!!
@jasonking654811 ай бұрын
Awesome vid ,awesome bus. Does Honestjon have a workshop ,contact I've got a bit of tinware come loose "cylinder deflector plate " dont want to dismantle half my engine just to fix it Keeps falling down at engine case end...@@DominicChineas
@raydriver73002 жыл бұрын
Brilliant as always, Dom 🌞
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@stephenport47682 жыл бұрын
A proper old school early clutch the gland nut has seen better days
@richardwhatton12492 жыл бұрын
Very frustrating Dom but well done in getting it back together. John is such a good friend to be happy to help so late in the day, fingers crossed that all is now fine and I like your new colours. Kind regards, Richard.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard! Glad you like the new colours
@goodcitizen3780 Жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineas This is a great video. I've never watched a video like this through to the end but this one kept me glued to it. Thank you so much
@glynharper10662 жыл бұрын
Great to see it back on the road, use it as much as you can Dom.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
I will try!
@mazdaman12862 жыл бұрын
Lovely van and great video. Please raise it up a couple of inches it would look so much better and could save your sump. Had a beetle in that was so low we could not get on the ramp !
@rickswanson36872 жыл бұрын
I truly admire a person who can show their mistakes and laugh about it! Looking forward to more Porsche videos 🇨🇦
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, just trying to be honest!
@maniestrijdom72712 жыл бұрын
Greate guy and friend to have He is a keeper!
@rogerdavis59142 жыл бұрын
Loved the video as usual Dom and it highlights how tuff life could be without real friends.
@stevetowers82822 жыл бұрын
Awesome bus Dom, even better withe the steel wheels back on and the patina look bumpers. you buying this inspired me to have a look around....picked up a 68 bay yesterday! thanks!!
@ian_morg2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Love how you painted the bumpers and then made them look worn, perfect! Oh and sort that brake light 😂😂😎👍🏻
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, let’s hope changing a bulb is straight forward!
@ian_morg2 жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineas a 10 min job I’m sure 😂😂
@jimmykucera86272 жыл бұрын
I did the clutch in my Beetle years ago on my gravel Driveway too🤓great fun trying to drag the jack with motor on it…
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Such a nightmare isn’t it!
@jimmykucera86272 жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineas I knew nothing about adding shims or aligning the clutch when putting the motor back in, but it all worked, I’m the luckiest man in the world…
@andrewallen99932 жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineas Just put the jack on a bit of plywood!
@davidmanning83292 жыл бұрын
Love the dak-dak, and really enjoying your resto work. Enjoy!
@dontworryidoit87982 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for sharing 🤙🏼
@f1r3t04d2 жыл бұрын
Dom, this really brings me back. My Dad restored VW Campervans as a hobby, and I spent many an hour running wrenches for him while he was under one vehicle or another. It is great to see someone loving these old girls as much as he did.
@craigpadley35352 жыл бұрын
I don't know how you keep calm and smile when you drop a clanger, I'd be throwing hammer across garage followed by a plethora of unrepeatable cus words lol.
@TR4zest2 жыл бұрын
Honest John is a really good mate.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
He really is!
@johnvaluk14012 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dom for the video and updates. Looking forward to some Porsche time.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Porsche next week! It’s a good one
@normanbuild2 жыл бұрын
Brake light out Dom, Thanks for the video
@donreid63992 жыл бұрын
Pulling the engine on these old buses is SO easy. I used to pull the engine out of my '71 because it was easier to change spark plugs that way. I eventually got the whole extraction down to about 45 minutes! Postscript: That guy John REALLY knows his shit when it comes to aircooled VWs. I wish I'd had him down the street from me when I had mine!
@stephenblaze45712 жыл бұрын
Cheers Dom great video I liked the van at your mates honest John I would something like that
@mikeparker38652 жыл бұрын
great video Dom. BTW left rear tail light is out.
@glendebruyn60412 жыл бұрын
Love the Vw bus content! Great job!
@tonystamp27082 жыл бұрын
A fantastic video, Dom. Cheers mate. Keep them coming. Next week's Porche video sounds like one not to miss.
@davecharlesworth81762 жыл бұрын
Lookin good, that’s the VDub not you Dom! Lookin forward to the laser scanning. Keep up the good work. Really enjoying your site.
@russelblackwell6041 Жыл бұрын
Please Dom be patient this van is so worth chipping away at and fixing up wish i had it so much potential personally im not into patena look but were all different cheers
@davekeehn83882 жыл бұрын
Great job. Please lift it back to stock height.
@thomaspollock42742 жыл бұрын
Glad you see you back on the road. Everyone makes mistakes, not everyone learns from them. Love the van, and your vision for it! 🇨🇦
@raymondhall96662 жыл бұрын
As always great video and impressed with your skills. Just noticed that only one off your brake lights is working. Great keep them coming.
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you yeah I didn’t realise at the time?
@EduardoOliveira-ho3ll2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! Subscribed! It really seemed that I was with you on your garage. Great video experience, and super panel! Greetings from France!
@charliekingpin85682 жыл бұрын
Just got your book today, I'v got a few tool books but this is a good one. I like the art work, the text all I can say is what a great book, well done you nailed it. Many thanks
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that, thank you so much!
@StillakidThe2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dom, The usual reason for a staked flywheel bearing is the case is worn & needs thrust cutting & probably a linebore. I've seen this loads of times over many years of building & rebuilding these engines. Dont trust the endfloat readings, some of this will be the bearing in the case. bearing seizure is quite common with todays aftermarket bearing kits, being made of inferior materials to the originals. Graham, GAC.
@neilkennykenny41132 жыл бұрын
Looks great with the original wheels, sounds amazing. The Ranalagh brand is going to look sick on the side of that van. Your book arrived today can't wait to sit by the fire and have a read.
@madmark23202 жыл бұрын
Do you know what size these steel wheels are 🤷♂️ 14 or 15s 🤔
@mosieurfran2 жыл бұрын
so great content like always! love your channel so much! the bus is a life dream for me... but unaffordable for me so I dream through your video! thanks
@jacknash57332 жыл бұрын
A hydraulic bike / quad lift can be bought cheaply on marketplace. Good working platform! I am just doing the same to my early 63 panel van. Out with my 6v 1200cc and in with a 12v 1600cc single port.
@franciscoflores-nunez67672 жыл бұрын
I agree, those black bumpers and wheels had to go, tis now a lovely looking splitty 😎👌
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
It’s getting there! Once the roof is done, I can’t wait for the signwriting!
@67VWForever2 жыл бұрын
Well that sucks for you mate, but I'll tell you what it's a good thing you've found it now instead of driving it down the road you will be spending a little bit more money but you'll have a nice clean engine Your buddy there has a nice collection I love his blue Van but I like yours too I'll take either ..
@Jay680152 жыл бұрын
I`m envious of John's garage
@TR4zest2 жыл бұрын
Hey Dom. Your book just arrived! What a beauty. Really well done.
@DavePawson2 жыл бұрын
Despite the setback, I think you enjoyed that Dom. you’ve more patience than me!
@madmark23202 жыл бұрын
wheels look great 👍 what size are they
@henrywelch79002 жыл бұрын
It looks as though your left brake light needs replacement
@davidham61022 жыл бұрын
What a great video mate still watching with me son in Southminster near Maldon in Essex lol from ya 1st video we haven’t missed one Love these vans I’ve got a T4 on going project lol I’ll probably tell ya about it one day but converting from van to day bus/camper van lol anyways well done mate
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the support!
@seantivenan95932 жыл бұрын
Eveyone needs a friend like Honest John ¬!!¬
@roygardiner40022 жыл бұрын
New spigot bearing too Dom, the old one will hydraulic out with an old input shaft driven into grease.
@davehopkin95022 жыл бұрын
Hope you fixed the brake light too!!!!!
@stefanobio70452 жыл бұрын
Hi Dom...another interesting video so thank you for posting, im looking forward to watching the Porsche videos, keep up the good work. Best regards to you and your family, Stefano
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
The Porsche video next week is really interesting I hope you enjoy it
@stefanobio70452 жыл бұрын
@@DominicChineas Thanks Dom im looking forward to it. Best regards, Stefano
@kevinsimpson71142 жыл бұрын
Great job Dom. Love your work and enthusiasm - so motivational and uplifting.👍🏻👌🏻
@1967250s2 жыл бұрын
Good find. I really suggest getting better lights in the garage. Can barely see what you're doing. Hope you checked the end play?
@leslieaustin1512 жыл бұрын
Nice one Dom, but only one brake-light... you don’t want someone running into the back of that van! Les
@Qspecialman2 жыл бұрын
Dom, we have all started a "simple repair" that goes on and on. As soon as you take things apart there are additional parts required. That is just the way it is if you want to make a good/reliable job of it. You are lucky having a make like John to help you out. One question, do you ever go home?
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes haha!
@MikeSmith-sg9pt2 жыл бұрын
Another great video! You also reminded me that your book is being delivered on Thursday! Looking forward to that arriving!
@DominicChineas2 жыл бұрын
Hurrah! I hope you enjoy it!
@kelvinhealey99072 жыл бұрын
Works for me Dom
@petervass2402 жыл бұрын
Dom, This took me back, I was apprenticed to a VW garage 55 years ago. When you put the new flywheel on I was saying to the video, check the end-float. I'm glad you found out in time. Looking forward to the next episode. PS. watch out for speed humps, its very low.
@highpath47762 жыл бұрын
Fleetway Clutches will rebuild clutches for you, can be more expensive than MLP or aftermarket ones but a job done proper and keeps as much as possible if originality is important to you
@moonstarer552 жыл бұрын
Good work on the clutch etc with a great bud - honest John - great stuff Dom.
@dartmoormancave2 жыл бұрын
What a great bus! Good effort Dom....got there in the end! Keep it up! Looking forward to some progress with the Porsche.
@peterdiebel73722 жыл бұрын
Should have checked crankshaft end play, with the re& re. Shims on on behind gland nut. Cheers for across the pond. Canada , eh. .
@TheKnacklersWorkshop2 жыл бұрын
Hello Dom, Good news the VW is back up and running. an enjoyable video, thank you. Take care. Paul,,