VW Bus Restoration - Episode 81 - Hawaii or Bust! | MicBergsma

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[@Kingdomoffools]

Mitch and Lori, what an amazing journey and an amazing episode. I’ve followed Kona’s build since Ep 1 and have shared your excitement, disappointments and frustrations during building this amazing bus. Well done to you both and I can’t wait to see what happens on the next episode of Kona in Hawaii. Definitely one of the most amazing and heartfelt VW builds I’ve ever seen.

[@kevinthomas8025]

Wow, #Konathebus looks so amazing all decked out. I even got emotional watching it get dropped off and saying goodbye to your parents. Can't wait to see the video of yall driving Kona around Hawaii!!! Congratulations from Texas!!

[@GeorgeWalker-hg5yt]

What a beautiful job you all did,😂your parents place is a dream 💖,wish you all the best, 💞I'm praying for you 🙏 that you don't have anymore rust problems,have fun God bless 🙏

[@hardlightme]

Wows, bro! FRIKKIN BEAUTIFUL CLEAN RESTORATION! And i love your SOUL! rock on, crazy diamond! Thanks especially for teaching your (wonderful) english w the subs!

[@johnnycoleman6879]

Boy! That breaks my heart when you say goodbye to your family at the airport!!! I hope Kona will be okay without any problems to Hawaii. I was at Hawaii three times. Love it! Looking forward to the next Episode. God blessed you and your beautiful family.

[@RogierYou]

Mich is the most animated and nicest guy on the internet ❤

[@derekwalters6132]

Mic gotta say even though you got the run around, you had excellent help with the interior, the finishing touches you and Lori with help from dad, mom and others put together as Dave Kindig would say One Bitchin’ Ride. Kona turned out super sweet and when I saw the two of you having a hard time saying goodbye at the Port of Seattle for her trip to Hawaii I thought “ I don’t blame you “ the blood , the sweat and the tears putting her back together I wouldn’t want to say goodbye either.

[@multirotormanish7220]

I could feel the heaviness leaving Kona at the Port. Even heavier leaving Mom and Dad. Looking forward to seeing Kona in Hawaii and new adventures with it. Well done!!! My dream is to some day own a split window bus. You are an inspiration Lori and Mic. Much love

[@jawadnimer4430]

He never gives up. I believe that all 81 episodes so far are references for anyone who wants to restore Volkswagen buses. Good luck

[@deanrobinson3717]

Wow, you pair are the luckiest ever, Kona looks fantastic!! The blue is awesome, such a shame you had to finish it off yourselves after been given a half finished piece back! I was emotional for you too when you left your dad, treasure that hug forever! Love to you both x

[@laurenpuckett9713]

Aww Kona is gonna travel alone without you Ha!.. You have a beautiful family.. Enjoy a new journey with Kona when land at Maui Hawaii!!

[@debbiehughes795]

What a Journey! I feel blessed to have watched from the beginning. I couldn't wait for each video to come out. It is bitter sweet to see the restoration come to an end but I am so happy for you both. I can only imagine how much fun the two of you have had with Kona these last 2 years. Kona is a beauty.

[@southernpaths2986]

Amazing to see this chapter of your lives coming to an end. I first started watching your videos when we were in vacation at the beach in 2019(?) and here we are about to go again this week, lol!! Kona is gorgeous, y’all did a great job… now it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor!

[@burkead]

Wow, can't believe you got Kona on transport to home. Looks so good.

[@CraigScottProductions]

You got Kona running flawlessly , at least you didn’t have to take your friends and family out for a push 😂

[@chrissingewald546]

Fantastic video again,last jears i watch them al The bus is chanced from rustbucket into an incredible piece of art!!!

[@bryancooper2699]

Well after 80 episodes to restore and get running. Plus one more to get her shipped. It has been an adventure. Enjoy the VW bus to the fullest. Bring on 82

[@KH102695]

Family is everything!! Your family is amazing. the love and support is definitely very special. It must have been difficult to not only say goodbye to them, but to give up control over Kona for the shipping process. I'm looking forward to seeing video of her cruising the Maui roads.

[@JeffreyHavenga]

Thank you 😊 the next time we see KONA will be in Hawaii 😊

[@markhowe6334]

Enjoy ur journey from now and in future loved watching e rry minute of the bus journey yous have both been on wish yous both the best and for the future to come.

[@Rudi.D]

81 video's later.....wow wat a journey you guys had....Kona is beautifull....... lots of greetz from Belgium 👋☺

[@KameramannPeterKlein]

The most beautiful story I have ever seen here on KZbin. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that he arrives safely...! Greetings from Germany...

[@weschilton]

Mick, your family is amazing! You are a lucky guy!

[@outdooraf]

This has been an amazing journey. Thank you for taking us all along

[@truckerparrot]

You guys did an amazing job on Kona!! Your vision has come to life.

[@S2NAZ]

Well, the Kona project is coming to an end in about a month it looks like. I wish you both all the best life has to offer you. It has been a real joy watching you build that beautiful little bus. Lotsa Love ❤ 🫶🏻🤟🏻

[@PJ-Slots-Entertainment]

So cool. This has been such a joy to watch. Plus I miss the Northwest. I lived in and around Seattle for 15 years. Can't wait for ep 82

[@donwest9051]

Made my day to see the new episode!

[@MaShcode]

“Dad is very OCD”, as Mic buffs the bus quarter panel for the umpteenth time. 😂❤

[@isaacstone7899]

Insanely for good this project had a lot of jobs done, congratulations for your gorgeous VW bus. @1:04:00 to 1:04:05 hitch scratched the cement. In the 1980s my FAA boss sent me with an interpreter to visit Seattle International Airport radar tower control. It was amazed seeing beautiful snow cover the mountains around from the distance. America did a lot of jobs done, building new international airports. Hope you enjoy riding the Kona bus.

[@rangercwgbear6352]

So happy for the both of you and Kona

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

Oh…what a wonderful, sweet journey it’s been; full of excitement, joy, happiness, stress, sadness, love, adventure, & fun. This is bittersweet here. I’m both happy and sad beautiful Lady Kona will be going home with you guys, &, I’m not the only one who would like to see continuation videos of you all over in Hawaii, and the continuing adventures of fabulous Lady Kona! I’m crying here, & it feels as if I’m saying goodbye to old friends. All my love & good wishes to you all. Please keep up the continuing adventures of Kona!! Much love

[@eddinjosecalero8892]

Good time friend, thank you very much for sharing your videos.

[@rubenvanmeer9142]

I like the two V.W.,s (Kona and the singlecab) standing together!

[@jeantabet8794]

I am so happy for you that you have successfully completed the KONA renovation project Excellent, with hard and tremendous work, as I have been following you since the first episode until now I think I will miss you very much, but I will follow your news on social media good luck with love❤

[@DemopVWgarage]

You are never finished on these old buses he will be back 😉👍🏽

[@jeantabet8794]

@@DemopVWgarage indeed hence i am stuck with the restoration of my 1976 classic mini 1000

[@lsilva8431]

Mitch, during all the videos I saw you and Lori nurturing the rebirth of Kona. It was a wonderful journey (didn't end yet) watching all the effort to make it happen and to look really nice. I want to congratulate you and Lori to the attention to details from the very beginning to say good-bye to Kona at the shipyard. Soon you will be home and enjoy the drive...with Kona.

[@GeovannyRivera-w2r]

Hola felicitaciones por el amor y la pasion por esos autos VW por dejarlos tan originales y hermosos saludos desde Honduras

[@bernardocatalla10]

Fantastic job migs and lori, i been watching your videos since day 1 (episode 1) and its very inspiring project, ive learned a lot watching your videos. Good luck to both of you and regards to your family, watching every minutes your vifeos from Muntinglupa City, Philippines, thanks

[@overboss3152]

i'm french !! i mean is the best WV bus never see and you finish it so perfectly no existe and other like this in the world and i'm serious! bravo

[@vwcoco]

Wow looking stunning . No doubt it will get home fine. You done a great job and getting where it’s at . Both of you 👍

[@TheTentHippie]

Happy that Kona is finished congrats

[@frankhall4]

your vw has turned out to be very beautiful and looks like it will fit in in Hawaii . good luck with shipping etc.

[@Jason-xb3jh]

Have a safe trip, you two! 🤙🌺✨

[@stuwemhoener5937]

How did you end up so much cooler than your brothers? I mean, those Mustangs are super clean and I’m sure very cool in the Mustang world but come on, KONA! Are you kidding me? off the chart cool 😎

[@rodrigogdn3826]

Very beautiful! I've watched all the episodes so far, congratulations!

[@rhondabergsma6311]

So exciting… it was awesome having my Lu and Lori, and Kona stay with us for4 months ❤️

[@Milledge.Austin]

I hate that this series is winding down, but so good to see it so close to being done at the same time. I was stressed watching you load it up and drop it off. Holy cow.

[@jimmyfish5388]

So much work but a huge reward awaits you. Kona looks fantastic. Moving forward you have a loving group of people who will back you all the way. Well done guys xx

[@irwinpardosi672]

Congrats Mitch and Lori. I've been watching Kona since day one. 🎉🎉🎉

[@LaszloBagi]

Wow! What a journey! I bet you thought this day would never happen. You and Lori should very proud, lots of hours and lots of hard work

[@mickeyloveminnie1729]

Congratulations you both have so hard work. Kona will be fine for delivery to your home in Hawaii. Be positive :)

[@stephengreen2306]

Buy another bus Mick! I'm gonna miss my Kona fix!

[@rhondabergsma6311]

I say he restore a VW Thing

[@jamescolonel2048]

we, I am hppy to be with you Mitch !

[@matthewdore4182]

Congratulations on a long wonderful journey, hope you enjoy Kona for many years! Mahalo, Matt

[@dnbrasbold]

I have been watching this transformation since the beginning, A job well done. It looks GREAT!!

[@josephknopf1764]

So amazing im glad u did done be safe Trip Kona hawaii ❤❤❤🤙🤙🤙🌸

[@aliensprtcrico]

I liked the detail of Kona with the baby toy, spectacular. Saying goodbye to the family is always very difficult, even knowing that it is a see you soon.

[@craigsewell752]

Outstanding on your way home with your baby!!! Good luck!!!

[@High12083]

I noticed you have a trailer hitch on Kona, it would be cool to find another bus and make it into a custom camper

[@НиколайПардаев-т2ю]

Папа у тебя молодец гараж у него классный везде такая чистота и природа у вас классная берегите своих родителей😊😊😊

[@waldogtv5486]

Man.... it's beautiful. I hope you have plans to keep it safely stored and cleaned. Dang salt air is so bad. Absolutely beautiful. Love it, love the paint scheme,

[@andyjrichie6709]

Absolute fantastic journey watching you an Lori work on kona, thank you for your time and effort to help others 😊

[@小可爱-d4o]

So happy to see Kona on the road 😊

[@ericlunn5323]

What a journey!!

[@luonajgarroutte212]

Hope to see you and Kona on the roads of Maui. Aloha 😊

[@4111gooduser]

Keluarga kalian makin bahagia dengan hadirnya Kona the bus

[@cariq7112]

Lory, Mic and Kona, life writes some wonderful Stories. 🫶 All the best for you together from now. 🍀🙏🍀 Carsten 👊 from 🇩🇪 Wolfsburg 🇩🇪 home of Volkswagen 🇩🇪

[@ocanada1973]

Yay!! Your bus looks so beautiful! Go Edmonton Oilers Go for tomorrow!!

[@alanrance8870]

nice to see your vlog again micberg

[@fernandolrocha]

The cat will miss you.

[@PAINFOOL13]

Be safe n Happy 🎉😊

[@feirdaussb]

The journey started! Cant wait 😍 take care Mic & Lori!

[@krazyklutz8611]

Looking forward to the next journey! Loved this video.

[@isaiasmarquesferreiraferreira]

Fantástica jornada Mitch!!!! Muito feliz em ver !!!

[@JoseEscobar-du7yb]

Beautifull Job God bless you

[@CommandShadow07]

From July 9 to 13, 2024, I will fly to Hawaii for the first time. I will visit Oahu to explore its rich history, enjoy hula dancing, snorkeling, experience skydiving, and relax on the beach also many more. Who knows? Bump meet you and Lois. Lol, no I know you guys live in a different Island. Too bad for myself. Oh well. Wish me good luck! 🤙🏻

[@erivera1282]

Uff! Nice video... thank's again bro for sharing with us. Kona is a dream come true ❤ grettings from Honduras 🎉

[@stevelozano9523]

Mic, the new rear height looks 👌.🤙 When we shipping our cars to Oahu in 17' when we moved there, it was less than 900. Then in 22' when we left 😢, it was also less than 900 non-container by Pasha.

[@binadjis]

Hi Guys, follow you from the beginnin. Looks awesome and respect for the result. Greetz from the netherlands Issy Adjis Also a splitbus owner. Ps. Keep on going 👌🏽

[@danielblanchart4484]

Super vidéo j ai passé de très bons moments avec vous bonne route et bon voyage

[@johnshields1776]

Wow 25 days before it arrive? Ugh that would give me anxiety worrying if they ding it. All on good side u r on the way to Hawaii. Aloha!!!

[@grahamstaddon9990]

A beautiful bus indeed a credit to you both

[@Northisbest]

Whoo what a ride. Can't wait u driving around in Hawaii your dreams 👍👍 You need fun no more works. I'm stressed watch your work on VW Project

[@regislepers6413]

félicitations a toi pour tout les travaux de restorations amitiés a vous deux et bonne route et profite en bien un fidéle de vos vidéos de France

[@stevejacobsen1872]

Job well done

[@kentmckean6795]

41:16 Your rear brakes are installed upside down. You brake cylinder must be at the top so that the bleeder is at the highest point.

[@MicBergsma]

I was told to do it this way with adjustable spring plates on straight axles.

[@kentmckean6795]

@@MicBergsma Were you able to bleed the brakes and get a solid pedal this way?

[@High12083]

Mitch, you should get cochlear implant on your ears,I have on one my left ear and it was fantastic, I was completely deaf for 3 years, I had wore hearing aid until I was 43 years old

[@smokeyjoez]

That’s kind of thing you shouldn’t say this to deaf people who been deaf since birth.

[@Raikon316]

⁠that’s right, shouldn’t pushing them to get CI and let them decide. Me… I refused because I have reasons against CI. Friends told me good luck and no chance enter MRI.

[@milkdrinker51]

You champion! From begin to almost end.

[@DemopVWgarage]

yeh guys great job, looks the best, now I know why you were asking about the roof rack height ;) Cant wait to see it in person one day .

[@WiyatMoko-q8u]

Wonderful

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

Mykel’s VW single cab light oks like he could be Kona’s kid brother😁😁❤️❤️

[@webmaster9879]

Are you sure the rear brake is OK? The bleeder valve is at the bottom. But since air rises up, it is not possible to bleed it properly Andreas

[@ronsherrard7940]

Aloha Bradda.

[@eamo_98]

Lovely VW Bus ❤

[@vonderdornburg]

🎉 what a wonderful restoration!

[@ineverhadthemoney7857]

you need a new flywheel , match starter gear to flywheel ,and you need a smaller belt on fan ,you must use 7 washers spacer on fan and generator .

[@thebomb2230]

AHHHHH!!!!! I WANT TO SEE IT IN HAWAII!!!!!!!

[@jimt2349]

Enjoyed the whole series, and like the VW of that time, it was at times ugly but it got you there. One last Kona video in the series to go, Mic..

[@m_collins]

I think your flywheel teeth are chewed up, that could be the noise when it starting...look at 14:52