Category: Our Cars

  • Some Smalls

    Got some more smalls in the mail. Hoping to have a lot of these small items accumulated so as we eventually get to the end of the build, none of the little things will be over looked. Also got the wiper assembly put back together. One day it’ll find it’s way back in to the…

  • It’s The Small Things

    Considering it was in the 30’s last night, today turned out to be a pretty nice day. Took advantage of it and worked on some of the smalls on the Beetle. Finished cleaning and stripping the fuel door and the license plate light cover, got them prepped and primed. Also cleaned the wiper motor and…

  • Cleaning and Sanding

    I think 80% of the project is going to be cleaning and sanding. Began to take apart the wiper motor assembly to prep it for cleaning and paint. Just lots of dirt and a little surface rust. Also spent some time on the donor deck lid. Had a couple spots of surface rust, but other…

  • Always Something To Clean

    Amazing what a little acetone, scotch brite pad and elbow grease can do. The before and after of the wiper motor cover and about 30 minutes worth of work. I hope to get the wiper arms disassembled soon and try the Krud-Kutter rust removal on them. Supposed to be good stuff. While the wiper assembly…

  • 1974 Super Beetle and 1968 Beetle Parts List (ending 3/11/2016)

    This is our laundry list of parts that we need for the ’68 Beetle. Not for a restoration, just maintenance. I’m sure this list will grow and shrink as progress is made. If you see anything on this list that you have for sale or trade, please use the Contact Form to get a hold of us.…