VW Restoration Tips

From time to time we will offer some of our restoration tips for your VW. We will show you ways to put your classic back together with home tools to save on time and money.

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List of VW Bug Restoration Tips

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Apply Door Panel Chrome Trim »

In this short tip I show you how to apply aftermarket chrome to any year door panel for your bug, save money while it still looks great. Chris

The Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Break Down Doors Part 1 & 2 »

Two part video I show you how to breakdown your doors for bugs 64 and earlier. Much of the same techniques can be used for later bugs as well. Part 1 Part 2

The Classic VW Beetle Bug How To upgrade 6 Volts to 12 Volts »

In this short video I discuss the myth about 6 volts.

The Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Buy the right Distributor »

In this short video I discuss the small issues that arise with 009 distributors.

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Resto Tip Grounding Lights »

In this short video I discuss how to ground your lights and blinkers.

Classic VW Beetle Bug Resto How to Tip Door Panel & window cranks Removal »

In this short resto tip I show you how to properly remove your door and window handle cranks, then the door panels. After that, I will show you how to put them back on.

The Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Resto Gravel Guard Tip »

In this short video I discuss how to protect the beetle fender when putting on the tall stainless steel gravel guards.

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Restoration Window Scraper Tip »

In this short video I discuss how to install your outside window scraper for your classic VW Beetle.

The Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Buy a Bug Online eBay »

In this short video I discuss what to watch out for when buying a car online with sites like eBay.

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Replace Decklid and Hood Seal »

In this video I quickly discuss how to change your decklid and front hood seal and how to install.