My goal this evening was to finish getting the steering column and dash out of the car. Most of the dash was already disconnected, so I pulled the speedometer and labeled all of the wires so I’ll know where they’ll go back once everything starts to go back together. The steering column proved to be…

Spent some time on this awesome fall day removing the back seat, panels, carpet and padding from the inner wheel wells and fire wall. These items were original to the car which was a pretty big surprise. I’ve never removed the padding on one of these old Beetles and not be greeted with rust holes,…

Had to drain almost 3 gallon of gas, but got the gas tank out and was able to give the body an even better inspection. Some times you never know what you’re going to find as you begin to take these cars apart. But again, so surprises, other than somebody at one time pinched the…

Spent some time after work tonight working on the Beetle. First thing was to remove the hood. I was determined to get the wiper assembly removed and a few minutes of tracing wires, I was able to get it out. I’m trying to document everything with pictures, but I’m also writing down every wire that…

So after work last night, I spent an hour or so in the wiper motor/fresh air fan compartment. This is usually a trouble spot for old Beetles, water gets trapped and the rust begins. Luckily, this one isn’t bad at all. Of course the water drain was plugged with leaves, but only a little surface…