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List of VW Bug Restoration Tips

Classic VW Beetle Bug How to Resto Tip Grounding Lights »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Find Fix Oil Leaks and Drips »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Find Fix Oil Leaks and Drips

In this video I quickly discuss oil leaks, where to locate them, and how to fix them from the most common areas.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Locate Sagging Doors »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Locate Sagging Doors

Do your VW doors hit or scrape when closing? In this short Video I discuss “how to find” and fix sagging doors.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Locate VIN ID Numbers »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To Locate VIN ID Numbers

In this short Video I discuss “how to find” the ID tags and VIN#s on your bug so they all match.


Classic VW Beetle Bug How To tap Rocker Threads »

Classic VW Beetle Bug How To tap Rocker Threads

In this short Video I discuss running a 6mm thread tap into rockers to ready your bolts for fastening the running boards on your VW.