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VW Restoration Tips

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List of VW Bug Restoration Tips

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Install Center Ragtop Headliner »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Install Center Ragtop Headliner

In this Video I discuss how to correctly install the center portion of the ragtop headliner.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Correct Tire Pressure Tip Type1 »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Correct Tire Pressure Tip Type1

In this short Video I discuss the correct tire pressure for your bug or vintage VW.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Protect Door Panels Tip Type 1 »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Protect Door Panels Tip Type 1

In this short Video I show you how to install some protection on the inside of your door panels.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Sound Deadening Insulation Tip »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Sound Deadening Insulation Tip

In this short Video I show you how to install some sound insulation to really quiet your bug when you are on the road, and do it without breaking your bank.


Classic VW Beetle Bug Resto Tip Inside Window Scraper Type 1 »

Classic VW Beetle Bug Resto Tip Inside Window Scraper Type 1

In this short Video I show you how to install your inside window scrapers on your early beetle, without headache.


What to Look Out For When Buying a Bug: 9 Videos »

What to Look Out For When Buying a Bug: 9 Videos

This is a 9-part video series below so take your time! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9


Classic VW Beetle Bugs How To Remove Your Generator Quick Tip »

Classic VW Beetle Bugs How To Remove Your Generator Quick Tip

In this short video I show you how to remove your generator with less hassle.


Classic VW Bugs How to Install Running Boards on Beetle Type1 »

Classic VW Bugs How to Install Running Boards on Beetle Type1

In this short Video I show you how to properly mount your running boards on your vintage VW. I also give you tips on what to look out for before buying a Beetle.


Classic VW Bugs How to Install Early Chrome Molding VW Volkswagen Beetle »

Classic VW Bugs How to Install Early Chrome Molding VW Volkswagen Beetle

In this short video I show you how to mount your chrome moldings onto the body of a 66 or earlier beetle without damage.


Taking Your Time: Avoid the Easy Way Out »

Taking Your Time: Avoid the Easy Way Out

Taking your time. Many guys that I know that are wanting to restore a bug want to jump into a car real fast. They want to find it, strip it down, buy the necessary parts, slap some paint on the car and off they go. They rush to get the car done for the upcoming […]