VW Beetle Steering Wheel and Column Removal - How To Steering Column Removal - Beetle ignition DIY

This week we Show the process of The VW Beetle steering wheel and steering column removal! DIY
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[@backyardkombi5466]

Thanks Tony for another useful How-To.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Greg! Thanks for being here!

[@stevenjames9487]

Dude! Thank you so much for making this video.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Steven, and thank you for being here I truly appreciate it.

[@GT.Bugger]

Good to see how an original none messed with column looks and what should be there.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I’m surprised, the 68 has not been messed around with. I feel very fortunate to have it.

[@douglasbarnhart3324]

Thanks slade for the video and I'd like to see that tool!! See ya on the next one.😁😁

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Doug I truly appreciate you being here.

[@mikehammer4546]

Nice, I like the ESCUTCHEON Nut removal tool video idea.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Mike! And I definitely will have that video up this week. It’s a silly little thing that works very well.

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Another great video.... Would like to see you make that tool... Have a good weekend...

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Eugene! I hope the beginning of your week started out really nicely.

[@johnfreeman1189]

Great progress; yes please show the custom tool.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you John, that will be the next video. Don’t forget Saturday night at 8 PM EST. We will be chatting.

[@superbear617]

Good video! Yes, I vote for you to make the 5 cent part, though with inflation, that could be six cents......

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Haha!! So true my friend. It probably is 20 sense now lol the video will be up Friday for sure. And Heather and I are doing a video of this week, that will be up next week.

[@sevenoaksbrewing]

Another helpful tutorial. Many thanks! Who doesn’t need to see how to make that special tool for removing the switches? Of course, we all do 😁

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate that.

[@VWBEETLEOVAL1955]

Nice tutorial and will help a lot off people to work on there steering column. Can’t wait for the video with heater 👍👍👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you my friend, I’m really having a great time with a series. You keep up the good work also!

[@sondrahelton513]

You are a godsend for this video! Thanks so much

[@eduardorodriguez3262]

Yes I would like to see the instrument you are fabricating for the removal of the switches I have one made from a bottle cap and can opener the one that puts a triangle hole in a can. Great stuff keep them coming👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much Eduardo, and thank you for always being part of the community.

[@seanshields3117]

Slade brother man, I need a “Remember, Dielectric Grease Does NOT corroded rubber” T-Shirt!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Ohhhh my gawd!!! I should probably have a T-shirt made up and put in the store. People would buy it 🙄😂 That was too funny, thank you for the smile. 😂😂

[@seanshields3117]

@@SladesVWBeetle I would for sure haha, life lesson right there. First comment, but I’ve been watching for just over a year now. Thanks for all the great content sir, I’ve definitely learned quite a bit here.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@seanshields3117 thank you Sean, I literally started cracking up when I read your comment. I really needed a laugh tonight thank you so much. I believe you join the Facebook group also. I think I recognize the photo. Always feel free to comment, I truly appreciate it.

[@rodneybrand8521]

Hey buddy..this brings back memories..I've had to tear a few of these bugs apart..if you don't know all the little tricks you might be screwing up something ..how would i know you wonder...well..everybody has to learn right..the collapsible column does work I've seen a few crushed at the junk yard..and yes the bug was Delapadaded..lol..we got a few parts off of it they were ok..looking foward to your next live stream .. till then see you on the next one Cheers 🍺🍺🍺🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Hey my friend! I always smile when I see your name pop up, I cannot believe how long you’ve been with me here. I wondered how well the collapsible part worked. That’s kind of good now. I’ve had my share of screwing stuff up years ago, and I’m sure it will happen again. Thank you so much for always being here. 🍺 🍺 🇺🇸

[@FunFun-tv7gq]

Awesome informative video as usual. I vote for the 5 cents tool (coin 😉). Enjoyed watching. Cheers from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you! I appreciate you being here!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I was wondering what, coin meant 😂 I used something different. I seen somebody do a coin. But we’re not supposed to deface money here, I don’t know if they would do anything about it. But if I filmed it and put it online, I’m sure I would have somebody at the door writing me a big fine. 😁

[@volkmarmaleika1623]

You did great. Thanks nice seeing how your restored the steering... I am in the middle of doing my 70 Typ 3... I would have saved some time had I found you earlier... My name is VW that is because my first and middle name start with a V and W.... Thanks again... Looking forward to seeing the rest of your project...

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you very much Volkmar for being here, I truly appreciate that. And thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@williamtanner1372]

Great series of videos on this project. I'm amazed at how much the video quality and sound has improved from the first vids. A new tool is always a plus so show it please.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Williams, I really appreciate that. I try to improve all the equipment as I go along. I think the microphone and both cameras have really helped a lot. Thank you for noticing.

[@jimstewart6145]

nice job.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much Jim!

[@1961franny]

Good video as I am working on my steering column now. Please show the tool to remove the escutcheon

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely, that video will be up Friday! Thank you for being here.

[@LukeCommeyne]

Thanks that's really good info I have to replace signal light switch and wiper switch on my 1979 vw super beetle steering wheel

[@henrybell4781]

I'd definitely be interested in seeing how you make the 5 cent tool😁 thanks for sharing.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Henry! And thank you for leaving a comment.

[@stephantimmermans6107]

Great video. How does the horn gets its ground. The wire in the center of the steering shaft goes to the upper horn ring of the steering wheel. How is the lower ring grounded?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

It is grounded at the bottom of the steering column.

[@pstreetgarage7304]

Great video Mr Slade. Those were some good tips. Have done Corvette steering column. And Mercury pick up but never a beetle. Well done!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much! Your Comet is really coming together fast now. I was shocked when I seen the fenders, the grill, the bumper. I’m really excited about it.

[@pstreetgarage7304]

@@SladesVWBeetle Thank you Sir !

[@donk.johnson7346]

I used an impact wrench to get the steering wheel nut off.

[@SLmetalmania]

Is the inner column a shaft or a tube? Could you mention the diameter of the inner column od and id

[@ncdave4]

Thanks for your video on this. Finding detailed explanations is tough but you've made it plain. Working on my 69 Bug and I'm at the steering column part now. Link the next part where you replace the bearings?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Hi Dave, thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. I actually created a playlist, if you look on my channel it will guide you very easily to the videos you need. I figure it’s easier than people searching. I didn’t do a breakdown on the column quite yet

[@greggbrown0]

Want to see the homemade tool please. Great video.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Gregg! It’s a very simple thing, but will be handy to have.

[@ceasreogomez8388]

Yes please the tool to remove the light switch.

[@ferdinandbaez2410]

I’m interested in the tool to remove part that holds the switches Thanks.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much, and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@jerryjoejackaroe]

Is there supposed to be a metal washer between the front face of the turn signal and the back of the steering wheel???? thanks

[@zimms-world]

Great video. Good timing as I was messing with my steering column to lift the body off. Turns out on my steering coupler it has rivets instead of bolts on the later model bugs

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend! I did another steering column removal at the very beginning, it was on a 73 super beetle I was there and I’m not sure if it’s the same as yours.

[@TheWhitetailrancher]

Yes, I would luke to see the spanner (tool) you are making!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you my friend! That video will be up Friday. And don’t forget Saturday night 8 PM. Chat night!

[@JayDubCustoms]

You should consider B roll for your still shots. Doesn't pause the video. Just a tip. 😁

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I’m still learning with filming, so I have no idea what you just said lol thank you so much for chiming and I do appreciate it.

[@victorrobinson9116]

Me myself I just use a cordless impact driver came right off LOL

[@russellnorth9503]

I would like to see you make the tool

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Russell! Consider it done

[@mike7197]

I don't know why they changed the steering shaft so many times, never heard of using a 1 one and a sixteenth socket to remove the nut. Still trying to confirm the size on my 64, misplaced the socket I used before and some say it's 24mm, others say 27mm? Guess I'll have to buy them all, lol..

[@arekwieczorek2578]

Hi. I have a problem, it makes a honking noise when turning. I replaced the bearing and the wire in the steering column and nothing. There is no steering wheel and the steering column also makes a honking noise when turning. Can you suggest something?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Follow that wire very closely. It’s absolutely hitting somewhere. Where it connects up at the top, make sure it’s not grounding somehow there. If not, follow it all the way down. It definitely is grounding out somewhere. Maybe even near the coupler.

[@arekwieczorek2578]

@@SladesVWBeetle The horn was repaired. The cause was a rubber connector (replacement). By accident, while turning the steering gear, I noticed smoke coming from one of the screws on this rubber connector. I replaced it with an old original one, it's ok.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@arekwieczorek2578 Outstanding!!!! it’s so hard when I’m not there in person so I try to give as much advice as possible. I’m glad that turned out very well.

[@arekwieczorek2578]

@@SladesVWBeetle Thanks, I would never have thought that this could be the cause.

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend!!

[@christiandunn2794]

Great vide Slade, just a little constructive criticism. Less Gifs would be awesome

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!!

[@christiandunn2794]

Your welcome sir, look forward to more vids

[@Paulman50]

🤓👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@user-pt5px6uk4w]

Do the tool!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely!!

[@stephenconnolly7278]

I have a suggestion.. state the year or model of your beetle in your title as this has wasted my time looking for a later model of beetle. KZbinrs are so frustrating for this.

[@Sam_mila]

My car won’t start , I can push start it , new battery, new starter, replacing wire

[@Lawrence_Joseph_Norse]

Repent to Jesus Christ! Are you a sinner? Luke 5:32 King James Version 32 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Luke 13:3 King James Version 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.

[@paulcubberley1847]

Your using far too many comedy inserts. I am here to learn how to do things on my vw not watch comedy!