VW Beetle Lower A Pillar Rust Repair - SICKXTY - Volksrod - Baja / Franken Beetle Build -23

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

cruellest thing in life is that our dogs dont live as long as people

[@VWJawbreaker]

Amen to that and thanks for the support.

[@VWBEETLEOVAL1955]

To bad Gary, you lost a friend off the family, hard times to get over it. Try to do those big works on another day, mate. Take time for the family for the moment.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Yes sir, it’s still tough but we’re just taking things one day at a time. Trying to get use to not having her around is tough.

[@themaxwellsband2508]

I’m sorry for your loss! They are family and are a big part of our lives

[@VWJawbreaker]

Indeed they are. She found us when we were looking to rescue a dog, the next one will find us when the time is right.

[@martinharris5017]

I'm a cat guy. lived through the departure of a couple of feline companions. Always sad times saying farewell to our 4 legged family members. I do believe that animals have a soul though, and live also in happy memories. On the happy theme: The SickXty is looking great! Starting to become a whole car instead of a "hole" car:) That 250 welder is looking good (sure beats the hell out of my old arc welder...yes, I arc weld sheet metal!).

[@VWJawbreaker]

I’m an animal guy in general, love dogs but we also have 2 cats. Our 4 legged family members do mean the world to us and she is living on even though she isn’t physically there any longer. Thanks man, she is coming together more and more! I’m starting to get a second wind and wanting to work on it every second that I have but the heat is killing me lol Make sure you check out my recent community post, I think you’ll like the photo. I appreciate you my friend and hope you’re doing well!

[@michaelholmes6385]

Sorry to hear about your loss. Great thing that you do donating to the Humane Society.

[@VWJawbreaker]

So many animals get the short end of the stick and all they want is to be loved and cared for.

[@Sidchasingclassiccars]

Hardest part of having a dog is saying goodbye. I feel your pain. Thanks for the informative videos.

[@VWJawbreaker]

They definitely don’t live as long as we’d like them to. Animals are family and it’s never easy losing a family member. I appreciate your kind words and you being here.

[@swurvyswearynla8928]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I have a dog that I've trained as a therapy dog which is suppost to mean that he helps patients in the hospital or kids having trouble reading feel more confident and be happier. The thing is that he has become more of a therapy dog to me than to other people. I hope you rescue another dog to fill the void in your family. Have a Blessed day!

[@VWJawbreaker]

It’s amazing how a pet can become more of a family member than an actual family member can. She was our everything. She found us when she needed a new home. We have her everything that we could and loved her as much as we could to give her the best possible life. The next one will find their way into our home when the time is right. Thank you for being here and for the support.

[@davidryan573]

Sorry for Your Families loss, been in the same spot. Thanks for the video, they help me to stay motivated.

[@VWJawbreaker]

It’s never easy losing a family member and I appreciate the support. Glad the video helped keep you motivated!!

[@ElTerrible666]

Sorry for your loss. We as humans ARE lucky to have pets that’ll love us unconditionally to the very end. #alldogsgotoheaven

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you for that and for the support 🙏

[@2GuysandaBug]

Aw man, so sorry my friend. Pets are definitely part of the family. Keep doing what you are doing.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir, I appreciate the support.

[@kevinhamling1963]

Hey Gary, Kevin here from Australia. Hey don't put yourself down. You're welding is certainly getting better and any job you do out in your shop is a step forward. 🚶‍♀️ some are just bigger steps than others. Hey so you stay safe and healthy man. ✌🏻

[@VWJawbreaker]

Hey brother Kevin! I’m realizing a lot and everyone putting me to the test. The most important thing is, I’m enjoying the process and having fun! Hope you and the family are well, stay safe brother.

[@garywoolsey2035]

sorry for your loss.....I had to do that March 2020...so i feel your pain...

[@VWJawbreaker]

Sorry for your loss as well, she was our everything and the house isn’t the same without her.

[@graemecraddock8846]

You’re going to miss them but remember the joy they gave you

[@VWJawbreaker]

She gave us so much joy over the years, she is greatly missed.

[@Paulman50]

Nice welding work. I think it's the operator more than the new welder. Those pannels make the job easyer for sure.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Yes sir, the panels do make it easier!

[@FunFun-tv7gq]

Sorry for your loss. Great job as usual. Cheers from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you and thanks for the support, its greatly appreciated.

[@wa581]

My three little K9 girls are so small they can cruel up in my hands and go to sleep. They are like children to me and they know when I am having a bad day and sure help me through those day. I really hate to hear you lots yours. And for your work I would have loved to have had someone do work nice as yours in the few shops I worked in. Your a auto body repairman in my eyes, because it's either in your blood or not....

[@VWJawbreaker]

Man the first part made me tear up, I miss having her around with us. Couldn’t imagine holder her 60lb butt in my hand but I can still relate. I appreciate the kind words also, I’m my own worse critic and I expect better than I can actually do. I push myself hard on most things and except nothing less.

[@davidgiesfeldt6650]

Perfect is the enemy of good enough… and this is more than good enough. Skills building and sharing. Thanks Gary!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you for being here.

[@leonardramsey3458]

Metal Work is not easy. Constant variation in situation, condition of existing metal angle of weld the list goes on and on and on. 😂 😆 LoL. Pets are some of the best people I know. Man's best friend for a reason. Sorry for your family's loss.🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙

[@VWJawbreaker]

Indeed man, one second everything is going great then BAM…. You just hurt a hole in it all lol Thanks man, I’ve always been more of a dog person than a people person. 👍

[@easternWashington.]

When I turn on Mustie1's or your videos my dachshund runs over to watch with me

[@VWJawbreaker]

Now that’s cool, thanks for making my day!

[@patar7999]

Pets are totally Family. Enjoying the build can’t wait to see more.

[@VWJawbreaker]

The absolutely are. Thank you for the support!

[@patar7999]

@@VWJawbreaker always brother … hey you unfollowed me on Instagram… you are one of my rare vw support lol

[@VWJawbreaker]

@@patar7999 huh, that’s odd…. I haven’t unfollowed anyone recently.

[@patar7999]

@@VWJawbreaker all good brother… insta is weird like that I hear… …. Can’t wait to see more more on your “Sickty”

[@richdrenga7384]

We have four and my heart goes out to you, and your family...hang in there Gary. As always, thanks for sharing...and caring!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir. She was our everything and she will always be greatly missed.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Aww man sorry to hear about your dog. We are a huge pet loving family too and understand your loss. It’s painful cause they are family.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks man, she was our everything and we loved her with every fiber we had in us. From the moment we rescued her, I swear I think she rescued us.

[@zimms-world]

So sorry to hear about your dog Gary. Pets are definitely family. Even on a bad day for you the work you do is great.

[@VWJawbreaker]

It’s been tough being in the house without her, she was our everything. And thank you buddy, I gave it my all despite my mind set.

[@bugnjoe]

Sorry for your loss brother ..keep your head up .

[@VWJawbreaker]

Will do, thank you.

[@jimlester5003]

Gary, I'm playing video catchup again. Great video. The welding looks great. Don't beat yourself up over it. Relax, regroup and hit it again. I am so sorry for your loss. When our pets pass there is a huge hole left. Family and friends help close that hole up some. Love ya man. Keep up the awesome work and be well. Jim

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks Jim. I’m learning to let go some. I appreciate the friendship and support and you’re right, there’s a huge hole left in our life. When the time is right another one will find themselves in our home. Hope you have a great safe rest of your weekend.

[@shanetesmer5198]

Prayers for you and your family….sorry for your loss

[@VWJawbreaker]

I appreciate it greatly, she was well loved and our everything.

[@douglasbarnhart3324]

Thanks for the video! and I'm so sorry to here your dog has past sending my condolences.😢😢😢😢

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir, I appreciate you always being here and for the support. 🙏

[@davidgiesfeldt6650]

I feel for you Gary. Their time with us is too short for the amount of love they give. We support HAWS too. Peace bother

[@VWJawbreaker]

Appreciate the support

[@backyardkombi5466]

I’d say that Yeswelder and the guy using it are a good team. Hang in there Gary. Sorry again about your loss.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks my friend, I appreciate you more than you know.

[@backyardkombi5466]

@@VWJawbreaker likewise Gary.

[@mikehammer4546]

Lookin good Gary, honing your body working skills 👍👍

[@VWJawbreaker]

Well I’m trying to at least! 😂

[@OFFAxisBuilds]

Man I’m sorry to hear about your dog. They definitely are family. Man that’s some nice work your doing on the car. Don’t be so hard on yourself. As long as you don’t need 1/2 of bondo your hood. Keep up the good work. Can’t wait to see more.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks man, much appreciated. There will be some battle wounds left on the car, I don’t want it perfect but I want to get the major ones taken care of lol

[@robertclemens5433]

Keep up the good work my brother.THANKS for the laughs my FRIEND!! CAN'T say sorry for ur loss.WE carry them with us till we meet them again and have alot to talk about.LOOKING GOOD.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you brother, it’s definitely coming along and making some progress. I appreciate your friendship more than you know!

[@oversplodegarage41]

Sorry about your dog. Been waiting on this video. Great job! Now I have something to go off of when o do mine.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks man, I appreciate it. Hopefully it’ll help you along on your project.

[@mcdanielsmotorwerks423]

Great work brother. The Sickxty and the video. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks brother, can’t wait to spend some time with you again soon.

[@williamtanner1372]

Very nice results on the pillars. You have made lots of progress lately. I'm so sorry for your loss. They are really family and mean so much to us.

[@VWJawbreaker]

We definitely lost a member of the family, she was our everything. Thank you also, I have it all I had at the time.

[@IronHorseGarage]

Nice work, getting closer all the time!!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Little by little, it’ll be done one day lol

[@masbeetleboy9169]

Sorry about your dog Gary, but I think you did a pretty good job.

[@VWJawbreaker]

I appreciate that greatly. I did the best that I could considering my mindset.

[@vayabroder729]

You’re doing a great job; this car will be solid. About your doggie I am very sad to hear it. We love our pets with all our might and as many people before me have said they are bona fide family members. You can find comfort in knowing that you gave her the best life you could and that she had it “made in the shade” with you as her daddy. In time you and your wife can find another one that you’ll love just as much but in a different way; like when you have multiple kids. Pets have the power to steal our hearts every time. Animal shelters are great alternatives to find these family members.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks for the support, on its ways than one today. You nailed it on the head, she wasn’t a pet but a family member that meant everything to us. We were lucky enough to rescue her years back and have her a second chance at having a loving home. When the time is right we will find another that needs a loving home that will come into our lives at the right time. She found us, the next one will also. Thank you again.

[@josephsmith3507]

Sorry about your dog! And yeah, sometimes you just have those days in the garage. A dear friend of mine (God rest his soul) once told me when working with old cars and you have those days, just walk away. I remember that every time and do just that.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks man. It ended up taking 2-3 days to film and do this repair…. Losing her took a lot out of us and had to keep walking away.

[@Volkswagenplanet]

Man , I've missed a lot on the 60. It has come a long way already. Watching your series gives me hope that I will get back on my projects. I have 2 many excuses not to get it done. The plan is rest the rest of this week and recover from the house I just did. Next week get the properties caught up on maintenance. Then the following week ( mid- month) have a plan and execute with the cars. Glad all is well on your side. Catch you on the next video. Take care, and stay safe out there.

[@VWJawbreaker]

As always, life throws us different obstacles that need our attention more than the projects we want to work on. The house came out great, I’m sure you both are proud of your success!

[@Volkswagenplanet]

@@VWJawbreaker yes it's rewarding. Hope it runs itself. We have started to talk about what to do with the VWs. If I could just stay focused and have the ambition I could finish it in a month or so as well. Like I said if I could get past the excuses I could get this done. When I get a few mins I will text you, maybe chat.

[@a080867]

So sorry for your loss my friend. The bug is coming along nicely. Keep up the good work. It will be on the road before you know it.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you my friend 🙏

[@fejus303]

Awwwww man so sorry for your loss sir!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you I appreciate that.

[@noaircooledleftbehind7286]

Sorry about your dog. I love your work. I'll be doing the same soon

[@VWJawbreaker]

Appreciate it 🤙

[@flat4ification]

Awesome! I'm so glad to see someone do this. My lower a pillars are shot as well on my '70 sedan. So this will definitely come in handy. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to not only VW's but your fans and to animals especially family pets. I've had to be a part of putting down several over the years. We have a rescue dog now that my daughter trained and got certified as a true Therapy Dog. He has absolutely the best temperament in my opinion. His name is Charley. We have another rescue that is growing on me. It's my son's dog named Pilot. Thank you for drawing the tears out of me.

[@VWJawbreaker]

I’m glad the video will hopefully help you along. It’s definitely wise to test fit the doors if possible to ensure everything is lined up properly. Thanks for the kind words as well. Animals have always had a special place in my heart. I’ve lost several in the past as well but and they all meant something different at the time. Sorry the eye faucets turned on.

[@royworks28]

So sorry to hear about your dog, we have had a couple of dogs over the years and every time we lose one it devastates our whole family. So much so we swear we won’t get another, but we always do.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir. She’ll never be able to be replaced that’s for sure. I’ve lost several dogs over the years but this one seems harder for some reason. I know we’ll get another when the time is right…. The last one kinda found us, our next one will need us as well.

[@HubertusSchaper]

Well 🇺🇸Nice work VWJAWBREAKER👍🏻.,looking ok.greetings.HCS.🇳🇴☮️☘️

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you and thanks for being here 🤙

[@jeromemitchell2061]

You did a great job considering you lost a family member. I can see the hurt in your eyes......PLEASE take some time off. We need you to be 100 on this build so take as much time as you need. Love you Bro

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir, I ended up staying out of the garage for the rest of the week and just focused on the family. Sometimes shop time helps you get over it through what you’re dealing with but not so much this time. We’ll get back at it soon I promise.

[@lawrenwimberly7311]

things are looking up

[@VWJawbreaker]

Moving right along!!

[@KCPurpleBug]

Looks like that new welder works really great

[@VWJawbreaker]

It’s kicking butt and taking names so far, I’m loving it.

[@bert79]

Condolences on the loss of your pet.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir.

[@ChipsAndSparksGarage]

Sorry about your pet, Gary. Yes, they are like family, maybe even better than some… I think your repairs are coming out great. Sometimes we can be are own toughest critic. 👍

[@VWJawbreaker]

Indeed, she was our everything and the house isn’t the same without her. We are definitely our own worse critics, at least I am for me. I like to push myself to high standards to keep myself growing. However sometimes I push myself too hard lol

[@vdubjunkie]

Sorry to hear about your dog, man. We recently had to put down two dogs within a short time span, and our kid's ginneau pig, leaving us with only our cat. It took us a while to be ready for new dogs, but we're enjoying that now. I hope you get through it well!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Losing a pet is just like losing a family member. It took us all longer to heal than anticipated however we ended up getting another dog a few months ago. She’s filling the void and helping us move on, we’re much happier now as well. Sorry for your loss, ot sucks they don’t live longer especially since they are such a huge part of the family.

[@vdubjunkie]

@@VWJawbreaker glad to hear you’ve started moving forward. Before you know it, you’ll love that new dog in the same way.

[@KCPurpleBug]

That is what I told my friend mine I'm not a body man and when it is as good as I want then that what we are going to get drivable I don't want a show car but one I like and can drive and be happy with the fact that I done it all myself.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Amen to that my friend!!!

[@HapticGarage]

Great work on a hot day. Your progress is motivating! Still sad about sweet Lilu but glad to see you getting through it. Keep on keepin' on and we'll be cruising in no time. Another great video Gary!

[@VWJawbreaker]

This was another big hurdle to get accomplished but it’s done and we’re moving forward. Thank for your support and friendship, it means a lot.

[@djjonnybong]

🔥 dissection and replacement.. you are very helpful in showing how you think. Thanks muchly

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully the video will help you on your project

[@juniorclassicvwbugs924]

Gary… brother you are getting better and better at stitch welding. I bet having that new yes welder make a great deal of a difference. Brother it looking nice. I may have to purchase one of those. My welder only runs the .030 and .035 and with this old rusty metal is blow thru much more faster than if I had a .025 wire. I have to give a try. Nice 👍 job. I am still patching up Frankenstein. Take care.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank ya sir. The welder sure is nice but in all honestly it’s as good as my titanium 170. Just dial in your settings more and you’ll get it!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Very sorry about your pup! That’s a very hard thing to deal with. A pillars look good. I just dealt with a cracked one

[@VWJawbreaker]

I would have rather dealt with a cracked one than 2 rotten ones lol Thanks brother, I appreciate it greatly.

[@kremesti]

Well done

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@MarkLoves2Fly]

First off, my sincere condolences for your loss. Losing a pet is no fun. It's probably better to grieve before getting too deep into a project like this one. I didn't see you do anything about the rust that was evident on the inside of the panel. If you don't do anything about the current rust, it will continue to devour your prized car. This will make all the work you have done for not. At the very least, kill the rust with POR15 or similar. When there is rust within a closed area, it will continue to spread. Thanks for posting!

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir for your condolences. This has been an ongoing project for a while. The entire vehicle has been treated with ospho and it has been sprayed into all of the hard to reach places. This will stop things for now until it can be fully treated later down the road before primer and paint.

[@richpeacock5768]

Don't be too hard on yourself. We don't do this kind of body work for a living so getting it close is going to be good enough. I'm really sorry to hear about your dog, lost my best friend almost 10 years ago. Still seems like yesterday. That being said, I wish I could say it will get easier but I am a horrible liar!

[@VWJawbreaker]

I strive for perfection, even though I know I can’t achieve it…. I always push myself hard and strive for the best. It’s been about a month and it’s still not much easier at all, she was our everything. Thanks for always being here buddy.

[@SeanThompsonDC]

WHen you did all that, how did you keep the body from flexing? The wooden jig holds it up nicely but didn't it bend? Nice welder!

[@VWJawbreaker]

There’s metal bracing inside the car from the a pillar to the b pillar, side to side as well. The cart is only to hold the body off the ground and to move it around.

[@AlanDavid1955]

HEY GARY WHAT HAPPENED TO YOUR TITANIUM WELDER , I HAVE THE TITANIUM 200 , I LIKE IT !

[@VWJawbreaker]

I got this one and also have a different titanium welder.

[@seanconnery3539]

late to the party - how are you protecting the backside of the weld? I get spraying the space with ospho, but I'll be darned if I can figure out how I'll get paint down in there?? I'm stumped

[@VWJawbreaker]

You can always use a weld through primer, then you’re good.

[@GT.Bugger]

Did you test fit the doors? I was scared doing a pillars myself because of alignment and wanted the doors to close perfectly so ended up paying someone. Still didn't end up right but was good enough for me to get close.

[@VWJawbreaker]

The doors are shot that I have and I haven’t been able to pick up the replacement doors yet. That’s why I lined everything up with a straight edge along the pillar and outside area to ensure it was a straight as possible.

[@GT.Bugger]

@@VWJawbreaker there's a jig available, not much help now but it makes sure you get the up and down placement correct also.

[@VWJawbreaker]

@@GT.Bugger good to know for future reference, thanks!

[@GT.Bugger]

@@VWJawbreaker it's available from a website called hookys.

[@subutay2011]

Thanks for sharing. What size Welder wire ? And What kind of gas

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you. .030 wire with 75/25 gas. .023 wire would also be just fine.

[@subutay2011]

@@VWJawbreaker thank you so much .

[@bobsbarnworkshop]

Wouldn’t have been a good time to install your front heater tubes while it was open?

[@VWJawbreaker]

Yes sir, if you wanted to to install them, that would have been the easiest time to do so.

[@bobsbarnworkshop]

@@VWJawbreaker I saw one guy (jbugs?) use metal exhaust flex pipe….. dropped it in after assembly

[@VWJawbreaker]

@@bobsbarnworkshop that would definitely work!

[@nicholasmarinelli4575]

Great video. So sorry for your loss. I’m getting a 67 that needs the exact same repairs. For your sheetmetal, what gauge metal do you use and where do you source it?

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you. What sheet metal are you referring to? For the inner fender well?

[@nicholasmarinelli4575]

@@VWJawbreaker yes. Not the preformed post lower you probably got from cip1?

[@VWJawbreaker]

@@nicholasmarinelli4575 I got the lower A pillar from a local VW shop. The inner fender well was made from either 16 or 18 gauge flat sheet metal that I had. That can be bought at most home improvement stores.

[@johnflynn9463]

View #226 at 4:15 PM on 9/1/21 - NJ.... sorry for your lost

[@VWJawbreaker]

I appreciate it sir, thank you.

[@dubworldvwadventures]

Sorry to hear about your dog. I know how hard that is.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir, I appreciate it.

[@fraticen]

Where in Florida are you located?

[@VWJawbreaker]

Between Orlando and Daytona

[@matthewchilders5263]

Looks like you did pretty good in my book. Sorry to hear that about your fur baby.😔

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thanks man, it turned out pretty decent. A few things kinda got away from me but at least it’s done and we can move on.

[@nicklietz4743]

Do you work on viewers cars?

[@VWJawbreaker]

I do not, sorry.

[@timothyurbanik6298]

I've converted my super beetle to beam suspension so I can add an extender. Does anybody know if the standard beetle inner fender will fit if I cut out the super beetle ones. I want to shave the inner fenders and it looks like it will be a lot easier starting with standard beetle inner fenders rather than the super beetle inners

[@VWJawbreaker]

Wow, I’m not sure at all… I’m not sure I know anyone who has done what you have. Most just find a donor chassis.

[@timothyurbanik6298]

@@VWJawbreaker it's been an adventure for sure, I bought the super knowing very little about their construction and by the time I found out they were more difficult to modify than standards I was to attached to sell it and buy a standard. Love watching your videos, gets me excited about getting back in the shop when I lose motivation. Keep it up man!!!

[@VWJawbreaker]

@@timothyurbanik6298 no task is too big if you have the right motivation! I’m glad the videos help push you along, one of the great things about the VW community. Keep us posted on your progress!

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

Sorry about your furry friend. Hey you stay safe and healthy buddy. Mustie came down with that Covid crap or someone close to him? He didn't say but either way it impacts the entire family.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you buddy. Yes sir, it’ll affect pretty much everyone. Stay safe and healthy as well!

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

Sorry,to hear about your dog.🙁

[@VWJawbreaker]

Thank you sir, she was our everything and she is greatly missed.

[@jayinmi3706]

Are you missing a lower fender bolt, now? Sorry about your dog.

[@VWJawbreaker]

I may be but I’m not worried about it since I won’t be running front fenders. And thank you.

[@VwRosstorations]

Man you look ‘hot’...I don’t mean that in a sexual sense unfortunately, 😂 👍

[@VWJawbreaker]

Lol, it’s been a little toasty here!!