VW BAJA BUG - First Drive After 8 Years Parked 😡😡😡

[@myfriendpete]

It's BAJA Time over at SWRNC... Let the Wheels SPIN and the DIRT FLY! Thanks for watching and make sure to check out the Merchandise Store for some AWESOME SWRNC and DIY AUTO SCHOOL STUFF!

[@andme9408]

The first time I saw you smile in a while. Looks great

[@deankay4434]

Minnie's best line; "Ah Oh, I am standing back, in case it blows up!" You are funny girl but honest!

[@andme9408]

@Dean Kay my wife says that every time I get done fixing something

[@deankay4434]

@@andme9408 Somehow that sounds familiar, after diagnosing and repairing 2,000+ cars for other people, my wife of 41 years still says "I won't ride in it or drive it". Somehow, under-mining a man's ability to make something work correctly is a women's job! But that is my problem! Men die earlier than women not because we have to because of our work, because we want to!

[@andme9408]

@Dean Kay that's their positive negativity

[@raym3036]

Glad to see you both laughing and enjoying yourselves. Leave it to an old Beatle to bring a smile to your face!

[@BigBillMiller66]

Car looks and sounds great, Pete! Cool seeing my logo on the firewall, thanks for the shout out! Have a blast with it!

[@seankochE30UA]

Not many people can relate to hear the first start-up on a project or taking it out for the 1st time test drive. Man what a feeling and excitement it provides! You guys are awesome. Pete I wanted to let you know that once I get my car road worthy, Moab is on my road trip list. Would like to swing by say hello.

[@nitroautolab]

Thank you so much Pete & Mini for adding our shop decal on your Baja and shouting us out. Made my day seeing this! Love my SWRNC shirt btw.. 🙏 Roof rack looks great on there! 👊😎

[@myfriendpete]

Thanks for the sticker. It’s a pleasure to support other KZbinrs. 🤙🤙🤙

[@DougsDailyPay1369]

Minnie, love your Texas accent! Always good when you are happy. Keep Pete in line! 😆

[@tonygarrett8290]

Just let you know I like all your videos with the old thumbs up button. I never comment but I've been watching you since the beginning even when you was on real TV. love your stuff man. it's educational and funny as heck.

[@myfriendpete]

Thanks Tony!

[@Ashroyer86]

Over a decade of watching Pete ,and it was fun for the first time seeing him have fun, ripping around in that thing.

[@faronf2006]

So glad you were able to get the Baja Bug out for that run despite the issues that still need addressed. The roof rack looks so 😎

[@cjw3129]

The Bug looks an sounds like a ripper congratulations Minnie an Pete glad you have a hot rod Bug again

[@rexoverbey9531]

Nothing like the joy of the first time out. My wife and I are happy for your accomplishment. The car is coming together nicely.

[@keillerb.musicandreviews3682]

Gotta love that distinct sound of the old Baja Bugs. Glad you resurrected that old beauty

[@brandonrimes1547]

That Baja is awesome!! I have watched your videos for over 10 years and I've noticed Pete finds his happy place in the driver seat of a vw. I wish you and Minnie the best you guys deserve it!!

[@advancedvinylrepair4319]

It was worth watching just to see that grin on your face, my friend Pete. 😃

[@deankay4434]

I have not seen Pete smile so much since moved into their building in Moab, UT. Minnie, what can I say, your grin & smile light up the building. People for 3 miles had to close their blinds as it became too bright in their house from your direction. I don't know what to think about noise from rear disc brakes. Pete, with tire off, safely supported, place a big flat blade between the brake pad and rotor to make room. Then first start be making sure the caliper slides inboard and out. If real tight on one side, it could need shims or off center correction. Both fiction can touch but must be able to retract on their own just a fraction. I am not sure how the hand brake part is set up or why it's needed unless it's the "E-Brake". Because of angles and step hill action, you kneed a way to lock the brakes so it can't roll. On racing cars we called it a "Line Lock" but front only. And get the other seat & 5-point belts in so Minnie can get her behind in the bug! Cool day, perfect weather and sync those Webers to each other, then set idle. 4 into on. Take care and smile bud! You got reason too! DK, Omaha.

[@benzracer9]

Great to see you both smiling and having fun! Congratulations on the first drive!

[@JakeTaylor1646]

Pete that thing is sweet great job rebuilding that!

[@clunkersandclassics]

Congrats! Big accomplishment!

[@killingcursivekustoms]

Shit Pete, that's the happiest I've seen you and Minnie in a long time buddy. It's good to see and hear the happiness in your voices.

[@robertgassaway6925]

Happy for you Pete have fun.

[@TheInsaneShecklador]

Always a good feeling to get a project moving and on the road even if there is still work to finish up. Keep plugging away at it Pete.

[@Bamabuggin256]

Love it man being a bug guy myself I bought an old school baja wit wide trailing arms 3 rib trans raised spindles

[@RodderFiles]

Love it Pete Sounds Good , should be loads of fun in the dirt

[@b.neallee7042]

Tell you what Pete, that is one sharp looking fun-mobile. Be safe have fun, paint it Pete's way, Jose. Lol. Neal Apollo Beach Florida

[@bruceperron3796]

I love bugs,a friend of mine was a master mechanic,and machinist on VW,he recently passed away,he was a good guy,Whitey Worsham,wondered if you had ever heard of him?,he was quite the individual. Whitey had a shop in Fletcher NC and a huge garage at his home absolutely full of equipment,about anyone in the country who were into VW's knew him,he was a character for sure,they don't make them like him anymore.

[@myfriendpete]

No. I’ve never heard of Whitey but I’ve known some guys in my life just like what you explained. Thanks for checking it out and RIP WHITEY.

[@KemalianNem]

When I was little my father had two one hard top with sunroof and a convertible I hated them but you guys are making me like em now!!👍👍😂😂

[@codyvandyke2309]

Pete make sure your handbrake isn't pre-loaded onto the left or right brake that could cause the brake to lock up smoke your brake and your clutch we did it at Yerington Nevada during pre Run had to get John Deere tractor O-rings to replace the disc brake caliper O-rings after we caught everything on fire then race the next day after burning a hole in the parking lot with 95 Octane and then repaying the motel owner for it when we got home all because the handbrake was adjusted toward one side left or right careful with those hand brakes they must return to a neutral position after actuation. That bug is a piece of history right there I know you curse it but it's a Mona Lisa

[@williamoliver8883]

Geeze Pete, my road king Harley has more horsepower that that thing. Really seems like it’s gutless. My grandfather had a Baja bug like that in 1972 that would have smoked that thing. Glad t see you’re knees are recovering Pete!

[@dandorris8531]

You actually smiled glad you haven't forgotten how.

[@chaoswarriorbr]

Yeah, Moab is looking nice, even more when you can have some fun in a Baja Bug. I think Minnie is eager to have Money Pit in full working order, but she might want to drive it more then you. You might need to check brake fluid lines, if they aren't pressed against anything or maybe they have air or something else in them. It certainly is a Money Pit, specially considering time, but it can be fun!

[@poolfixer]

Your Baja car is bad azz man. Nice to see you gettin down bro! Couple of bugs but no big deal...

[@LoosleyLouise]

Love it Pete, great to see the VW Baja driving and you and Minnie having fun, would love to see more of it, it’s brilliant, love the show😊

[@tomc7614]

Just plain cool. Good lessons taught during the process too.

[@joeshriner4730]

I love all the things you two do

[@robertwilliams8010]

Praying for you Danny 🙏🙏🙏

[@andrewplantagenet5811]

Happy New Year to My Friends Pete&Minnie!

[@agostinodibella9939]

It looks and sounds good Pete 👍

[@mikebroszczak5767]

God bless, Miny and Pete from Milton Mike.

[@timwheeler4883]

It sounds good Pete!

[@simplemoney1833]

I learned how to do body work and paint my Porsche 8 years ago watching your videos

[@johnlenoir1023]

Congratulations on finally getting to drive it love the video love the teachings

[@EdOfTheNorth]

Congratulations Pete. She's a runner. Hi Minnie.

[@clintolson6629]

Awesome job Pete you make me want to get my dune buggy out and have fun 👍

[@codyvandyke2309]

Your going to love driving the hills with that baja bug

[@petergoodwin2465]

I love it ,what a great beast. Have always liked the Baja , we have 5 rc beetles , Tamiya sand scorcher, kyosho beetle, and the Blitzer beetle also a road beetle. They're just cool cars . Still have to build the monster beetle. Nice work mate, it's a beast and this year we must get some art . You do amazing work.

[@myfriendpete]

Thanks Peter.

[@rogerpritchard]

Happy new year 🎈! Good health to you both. Looking forward to more of your videos 🙂

[@michaelowens5529]

Looks really nice pete.

[@harleykdognova4226]

Pretty cool ride 👍 you will get it top notch

[@troyadams1076]

Pete looking good brother 👌

[@romangloman6953]

VERY, VERY COOL PETE!

[@hoverlogix5554]

Hello 👋 😂 Pete I should build a off-road Pan for mine? Game on🎉

[@lukasgarage956]

Sure better than a Razor

[@dwalker399]

A hell of a lot better!

[@robertchall8576]

You need to put a winch on that pole on the back. Old money pit sounds good.

[@jeffwoods9666]

Big tires to turn that rob some power . Hell looks like it moves pretty good

[@chuckychuck]

😲😲Follow him in one of those vehicles Minnie and video him, chasing him down driving in 3rd gear he's doing 40 to 45 mph.

[@samlwanga9597]

I really like it big up guys

[@samlwanga9597]

I did not get your contact well for your consultation thanks.

[@michaelnagy4603]

❤ thats a nice Baja ❤

[@troyadams1076]

Pete man that was great 👍

[@michaelowens5529]

Wow that's awesome

[@robertwilliams8010]

It’s AWESOME!!!!

[@OGC1970]

Man they just moved city in right on top of you guys.. like you were a magnet.

[@jdc8352]

Ahhhh that bug is sick 👍

[@jobsearch5871]

way cool, glad you are having fun spinning your wheels . Pun intended

[@myfriendpete]

Still needs alot of work but its getting there.. Back Brakes aren't working properly..

[@badfast250r]

Congrats on getting money pit running! I'll take a an old vw over a 30-40k sxs àny day!!!

[@donnieporter7890]

Glad u got it going pretty cool. Pete im curious will u get hit with special tax if they come in and pave your roads? If they do its gonna suck cause its costly

[@harleykdognova4226]

Damn they’ve done a lot of building around y’all .. that sucks !

[@KemalianNem]

You guys are awesome 👍👍👍

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

AWESOME PETE

[@josemargaritobarrios5057]

OK 4 x 4 ronco amigo saludos

[@jasonprice3335]

Hey pete and Minnie. Thanks for the phone chats earlier this week. Talk to you soon

[@kennethhill5096]

great fun. video both tiers sun MEAN KENNNY

[@troyadams1076]

That was nice brother

[@DonariaRegia]

Now that is the perfect vehicle to go prospecting. You're in the top spot of the whole country for gemstone mining. Many deposits are right on the surface in eroded rock walls. If you find a red beryl deposit keep it a secret, they are extremely rare and valuable. For every red beryl found 150,000 diamonds are pulled from the earth.

[@A.J.P.S.]

Now thats some hillbilly madmax xit going on on SWRNC but nice to see u happy Pete

[@stonefreews]

Electric assist power steering?

[@versatec1]

Hi Pete & Minnie..😊👋👋👍

[@urassisdragon]

I think the drive around is better than a walk around…

[@versatec1]

Awesome

[@lewismartin9980]

Their building like crazy around you getting crowded sad.

[@rudimurga7034]

👍👍👍👍

[@tobywilliamson5213]

Minnie looks like she is wore out pete , I’ve been sick all week , took vacation and couldn’t enjoy it

[@myfriendpete]

Sorry to hear about you being sick Toby.. Hope things get better for you!

[@kawashkdh2011]

My husbands project truck is going to take 8 years?🤦🏻‍♀️

[@everettwilkinson7245]

👍

[@chuckychuck]

👍🏿👍🏿👍👍

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

DONT BE AFRAID TO REV THE CRAP OUT OF IT WHEN YOU WANT MORE POWER. VW MOTORS ARE VERY TOUGH. DONT FORGET TO RETORQUE HEADS AND ADJUST VALVES. VALVE TIMING AND IGNITION TIMING ARE EVERTHING ALONG WITH CARB SINC

[@brotherskrillrc6042]

The bug needs a built tranny close 2nd and 3rd gear it would make a world of difference on performance maybe a m12 mendiola tranny

[@myfriendpete]

Starting price?? ONLY $10,500.00 and UP TO $$17,500.00 plus SHIPPING! Not mentioning the time and labor and small parts and pieces it’ll take to install it! No PROBLEM ILL ORDER MINE TODAY 😆😆😆😆

[@willcojak9650]

way better than a Polaris

[@BriggsStratton11]

What size is the engine? Maybe I missed it

[@myfriendpete]

1979 cc

[@jz64]

Your blessed to have money pit it's sick I wish I had it's only money dude who cares enjoy your life . Your not have a uhaul following the Hurst when u pass ..

[@wowyummyyy]

LIKE👍👍👍👍👍 💯💢 💯 💢 💯🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@3DNightmare]

B.A.D. A**..! bug WelderX

[@chuckdawg3214]

It has really built up around you

[@myfriendpete]

Yeah. Thanks to MISTER DEVELOPMENT. I’m gonna call this place “BOX ME IN Ranch” - BMI for short. 😡😡😡😡

[@goneshootin61]

C'mon Pete you wanted Minnie to sit on floor in the bug ! Looks like you like the bug better than the RZR !

[@radkesrods1184]

hell yea Pete!!!! Id make it a weeeee bit louder just incase the people in those fucking houses right ontop of you cant hear it. lol

[@finishnailer1]

👍