Ripping Apart My Karmann Ghia | I Like To Make Stuff

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It is time to completely dismantle the Karmann Ghia! This full-restoration project had to start by tearing it down so that I can start building it back up the right way. Come follow along with this on-going saga of Rebuilding My Dream Car.
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@PeteRondeau 2 жыл бұрын

Just a tip, any rubber trim (like window moldings) you are tossing, cut a piece off and keep, when you run into problems reassembling in a year or two you can check if the new trim is actually a match for what you took off. Some of the aftermarket replacements are sketchy.

@S133S 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, excellent tip.

@jimsauber9252 2 жыл бұрын

The sample also will come in handy to match, if the original is not directly available. Steele Rubber has almost any car rubber seal profile ever made.

@vayabroder729 2 жыл бұрын

West Coast Metric makes all the rubber seals and items for these cars. Check them out.

@cadeholcomb 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most real ILikeToMakeStuff I’ve ever seen. Seeing Bob struggle with the seat is so something that me and my Dad would do and it just makes me feel more relatable to these videos…

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

The struggle is real

@chuckwolfe4688 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe he needs to rename his channel to "I Like to Break Stuff" :-D

@tyceclark 2 жыл бұрын

I thought this exact thing. Seeing him back there shouldering a seat made me smile....I've been there.

@Jon.S 2 жыл бұрын

Ziplock bags Bob, for all the hardware that comes off, then label the bags. You’re going to end replating/coating the bolts and nuts etc, so that also helps keep them organised.

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@nimuie 2 жыл бұрын

you can use one of those small instant photo print camera and place the photo in the bag next to everything else. 2 years from now you wont remember what the 3/4 x 2 washers left mid cylinder bolt" means

@monsternside1509 2 жыл бұрын

@@nimuie That or a digital picture and add the picture number on the bag.

@patrickcunningham9385 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I do.

@staratmidnight7 2 жыл бұрын

Came down here to say exactly this

@hunterdavis7504 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not a car guy. And I've been loving this entire series of videos about the Karman Ghia. Great job as always Bob and crew!

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not a car guy either, but I'm working on it piece by piece

@davidcolson6622 2 жыл бұрын

Total love for this project. You're attacking it just like every other vehicle repair, rebuild or shade tree upgrade I've ever worked on with friends growing up. Keep going man. Great stuff.

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@WilliamVerdoorn 2 жыл бұрын

To get those door screws off, I’d recommend a manual impact driver. It’s a simple tool you hit with a hammer to free stuck screws and can work really well. It’s about $8 at harbor freight.

@iandoesit 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I was about to say.

@lynxshd 2 жыл бұрын

@@iandoesit Like a big phillips screw driver and a sledge shock it while trying to turn it, or add a little bit of heat then hit it and try to turn. VW mechanic moto if it doesn't come off, get a bigger knockometer

@jongmassey 2 жыл бұрын

Also, those big cross heads aren't Phillips, they're flat bottomed like a slotted screw

@marcelofrey1388 2 жыл бұрын

@@lynxshd exactly, in brazil we called this "wake up" the screw

@chloemae1176 2 жыл бұрын

DO NOT use a manual impact I had a 71 ghia when i was 16 and that was all that was available and by hitting the impact with a hammer you can misalign the pillar or worse break the welds at the rocker . use penetrating oil heat and a good cordless impact driver with a number 3 impact bit. used this on my grandads 68 bug and it worked well without deforming anything

@jamesdk5417 2 жыл бұрын

In the old days, my uncle used a Polaroid camera and coloured markers and put dots on the picture and on the compartments of his containers with the hardware as it took him years restoring old cars in his garage.

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

That would be a fun way of chronicling your build process

@Stupefyyoursenses 2 жыл бұрын

For all it's worth, @tom's turbo garage uses labeled ice cube trays to hold those, and i found it very useful...

@David_Powell 2 жыл бұрын

Write sequential numbers on painters tape, stick one number on the part, take a photo, maybe several if it needs it, each with the same number. Then stick the tape with the number on an index card, write notes as needed, put the card and small parts in the ziplock bag. Obviously, use different numbers for each assembly. Later, match the photos to the parts, using the number.

@peterd2973 2 жыл бұрын

As a Vw french enthusiast, I'm super happy when i get notified of some ghia content ! Love it

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that!

@JimmyPugwash777 2 жыл бұрын

I think a load of VW guys know exactly what you're getting yourself into! Early days, keep enthusiastic about it, even when it tries biting back! The car will be awesome when it's done!!! I couldn't help but laugh when you said that you were hoping for the floor pan to be in reasonable condition 😅 ...when you get to it, if you don't decide to replace your whole floor pan with new, the best thing I found to get the bitumen coating off is a propane torch... it saved me weeks of back breaking work on my project. Looking forward to the next episode!!!

2 жыл бұрын

Producers jokes aside, I am totally on board for this series... especially the "car rotisserie build". Question for Bob: for the repaint, have you picked a colour scheme yet?

@robertmcevoy24 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad your doing a off frame restoration, you will appreciate it. It’s great your taking us down this road with you! Thanks Bob

@NathanielSalzman 2 жыл бұрын

Also, pro tip when working with automotive stuff. Whenever possible use the box end of the wrench, not the open end. Much less likely to round off your bolt heads and nuts. Also highly recommend 6-point box wrenches over 12 point. Again, less likely to round off your bolts/nuts.

@lmb5374 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this for a while. Love the comment- "in two years when I go to put this back together". Realistic and honest! Great job!

@kindalost1 2 жыл бұрын

Long time follower. The fact you are a newbie at this just makes it more interesting than any pro restoration.

@MaxMakerChannel 2 жыл бұрын

What a great project. But oh boy am I glad I just have to watch him do the work.

@anthonyfreeman5858 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, I admire you for tackling such a major project. Taking a car apart that has just sat fit any length of time to get it all back together is an incredibly complex undertaking. I wish you well & take not to “bust” too many knuckles.

@pamelanygaard2212 2 жыл бұрын

I am cracking up!! I love when things don’t work right: you can’t get the seat out, the door won’t come off. Ahhhh, so relatable! Keep showing all the things… I am enjoying the journey!

@janis31 2 жыл бұрын

The fan favorite series is back!

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

It's not going anywhere! It just may take some time between updates

@jacquelerock6938 2 жыл бұрын

Love the series so far Bob. I’m sure this was already mentioned but it doesn’t hurt to hear it again I guess. After applying the stripper, cover the body panel with plastic so the stripper doesn’t dry out as quickly and also wait for the stripper to do it’s job. You will know it’s working when the paint starts to bubble off of the metal. Keep up the fine work and enjoy the restoration. Looking forward to your next vid.

@jlinker7 2 жыл бұрын

I love the optimism, ".. so when I go to put it back together in two years..." :-) I love this project. Prior to pouring myself into woodworking, rebuilding an antique vehicle from the ground up was a desire. But, no money and no space for working on it. Love seeing the variety here.

@masterofnone 2 жыл бұрын

As a person who fixes all his cars I am really excited to see this happening.

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

As a person who has a car, I'm really excited to eventually be a "car guy"

@spectre5724 2 жыл бұрын

@@Iliketomakestuff you got a long way to go, but you'll get there. Keep it up!

@Turk380 2 жыл бұрын

Way to go! Lifelong air-cooled VW enthusiast, but have never owned a Ghia. want to build out a hardtop like yours but electric. will definitely be keeping up with this series! Good luck!

@FCAutos 2 жыл бұрын

*LOVE IT!!*

@aegisvanquish 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love watching his car restoration series he’s got going. Just cant say it enough but love the videos Bob honestly cant wait for the next. Good luck with the car!

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@luctoulouse 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I can do a project like that. I love the way those videos are done. No filter, just plain raw! Great videos.

@LoganLovell 2 жыл бұрын

A trick i learned that works well on organizing small parts for stuff like this is taking a picture of the part/location that it goes, printing it out, circling the location, and then either taping the part to that picture or putting it in a plastic ziploc or tupperware. That way come time to reassemble I have a photo/location of where it goes

@matthewcarlson5885 2 жыл бұрын

This has quickly become my favorite series y’all have done

@MadAsKiwi 2 жыл бұрын

I think, in this video, you have hit on every single problem that someone restoring a car strikes. Keep at it.. this is going to be awesome

@aliimam 2 жыл бұрын

With the aircraft remover, cover it with clear wrap, it’ll hold in the fumes and helps it work even better

@BrentWolff 2 жыл бұрын

Or aluminum foil.

@panda-threemonkeysracing2116 2 жыл бұрын

Really like this series! Idea for the bolts is to put them through cardboard roughly in the layout the were on that part. Piece of cardboard for each part and you can put tape over them to make sure they don't come out. Keep up the great videos Bob!

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea!

@JasonPatz 2 жыл бұрын

The Karmann Ghia videos are the ones I look forward to the most!

@HDBrown-wc9xt 2 жыл бұрын

That’s going to be a great ride once it’s finished.

@Photokapi 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing to me -- and theoretically something I think would be a lot of fun. But that's where it ends, theory. The complexity of such a project astounds me, but I love watching it. Keep up the awesome videos, and good luck!

@SpartanMJO12 2 жыл бұрын

That's genuinely the best way to organise bolts - you can't do any better than to store the bolts where they actually live!

@ericharwood5721 2 жыл бұрын

I've really enjoyed this series so far. I am purchasing a 72 Ghia that is mostly disassembled and ready for resto soon and this body off process is exactly what I plan on doing. Keep it coming!

@SchysCraftCo. 2 жыл бұрын

So happy to see this new video on the build video series. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friends. At ILTMS. can't wait to see more videos on this great project. And other builds on the channel. Weld on. Fab on. Keep fixing. Keep repairing. Keep making. God bless.

@Iamdark1234 2 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix is a good person to learn how to fix and work on cars, he shows tips for anything from body to engine, and goes into full detail

@xenoshade8997 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loving these restoration videos, please please keep them coming!!!

2 жыл бұрын

For organization, I’d suggest small mason jars. With labels on them. I did that on my tractor engine rebuild and it worked like a charm. You can see inside and the label tells you exactly what it’s for. I also grouped these jars together in boxes.

@mpmfr 2 жыл бұрын

Cardboard!! Label it and punch little holes through to push the bolts into it! I’ve even zip-tied parts to the cardboard, kinda grouping things together on different pieces. Then I wrap them in ceran wrap to keep it all in place. Depending on the parts I may shoot some WD-40 over them to keep rust from at bay. Also, depending on the part, let’s say a water pump, I’ll doodle a little sketch on the cardboard so I know which bolt goes where since they may be different lengths..etc..ziplock bags work but I have found you just get a pile of bags after a while and it’s hard to index them or find what you’re looking for. Good luck with the restore!!

@ryanlee8390 2 жыл бұрын

By far my favourite series on your channel Bob!

@daso34 2 жыл бұрын

Is anyone already making a looped version of the ILTMS ASMR bit? Because I need that to fall asleep to!!

@tvguy12346 2 жыл бұрын

Putting parts back where they came from or ziplock baggies are the best methods I've found after DIY carwork for 20+ years.

@SirKaptainSparkles 2 жыл бұрын

As a qualified mechanic it's fun to see you working on a car, it's great that you are doing your research, those repair manuals will save your life. Penetrating oil is going to be essential, spray every nut and bolt and it's going to be a lot easier to disassemble

@dustinsharp8645 2 жыл бұрын

This is a really fascinating series on a channel where I already don't want to miss a video. Great stuff! Something I like to do when having to keep track of small parts and screws (mainly for moving furniture) is to put the parts in sandwich bags and write on the bag what the parts go to. I'll even tape them to the furniture sometimes so that I don't lose track of the bag. Hope that helps.

@realpdm 2 жыл бұрын

This is relatable content! Fun and informative to see you doing something new to you as well to me. I'm glad you are sharing this journey with us. Have heard you talk about this on the podcast and am glad you are doing it.

@arthurheusdens 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this series! It’s cool to watch you develop some new skills during this build. Entertaining

@floydwain 2 жыл бұрын

I love how raw this is and the fact you kept all the different ways you tried it’s inspired me that one can do this

@TheMastercanine 2 жыл бұрын

I’m loving these videos. Just the laid back kind of hang out with Bob videos are really awesome. Keep up the great work! I keep thinking of tips and stuff that I have learned from taking apart a Jeep but I know if someone told me them while I was doing it, I wouldn’t have listened. I would have rather learned through messing up. Great job!

@diogor420 2 жыл бұрын

Longer and more videos, pleaseeee!!!! Loving this series!!

@aliimam 2 жыл бұрын

Bob, I’ve been using ziptop bags for my hardware, but realizing there’s lots of shortcomings to that. Leverage Tupperware may be better. Also, store your glass upright, not on its side, or it’ll randomly explode! (From second hand experience)

@asandovalhatchet 2 жыл бұрын

I'm loving these videos about the car. I'm so excited to see how it turns out!

@angelicupstart23 2 жыл бұрын

Patiently waiting for another video on this project.

@DanielGherard 2 жыл бұрын

We need more car mechanical Bob!! That was so fun to watch. How you just go through the project trying to figure things out. Best perk of watching ILTMS videos in my opinion!

@tahaks 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I love how you show us learning your way through this. It helps us learn better as well

@BruceAUlrich 2 жыл бұрын

I have zero interest in restoring an old car like this, but these videos are so fun! I'm enjoying them and the cool pace.

@SuperJakeutube 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see you are restoring a Ghia. I am almost done with my 69 Ghia. Have fun.

@tomim7187 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you decided to film this! This is fantastic.

@thenonebadh 2 жыл бұрын

Best series so far on this channel.

@AaronSchmidt52 2 жыл бұрын

I waited for this moment @12:00 because of the thumbnail and it did not disappoint. Solid work gents 👍

@jellibelli288 2 жыл бұрын

so hyped for this series

@tmhurley27 2 жыл бұрын

I have a '64 Ghia. Will be watching this series for sure!

@aeronjb23 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for an update on this project looks like you have a pretty good plan of action! Looking forward to seeing more!

@boomanchu78 2 жыл бұрын

Love that your taking on this challenge. As someone who’s been a part of doing something similar I’d say freezer bags are great for storing nuts and bolts and such. They’ve already got a place to label them and they’re pretty tough. When I was about 16 my buddy bent the frame on his Chevy S10. So we spent the summer switching everything over to a new frame he picked up at a junkyard. The wiring was definitely the most difficult thing next to the break lines. But if two knucklehead teenagers borrowing or renting tools can do it I know you got this. Best of luck to you.

@vintagejoehill 2 жыл бұрын

I'm loving this series. Willing to follow it no matter how long it takes. I'm a wood worker but I started to learn how to fix my own car this last year and it's gotten me into the 'I might buy an old car and fix it up' mindset. So either I'll go crazy like Bob or will learn a few tips and tricks. :)

@benlucas1039 2 жыл бұрын

For part organization, Just get a piece of carboard. Label "zones" on the cardboard and then just push the bolts through! Super simple and effective

@forby_ 2 жыл бұрын

nice!

@sgsax 2 жыл бұрын

Watching stuff like this makes me think dangerous things about my '90 Miata... I don't know if that's good inspiration or not. 😁 Thanks for sharing!

@rosspetersen1879 2 жыл бұрын

Putting bolts back where they came out of is exactly what I was going to suggest! Its a great way for organization. When you need to remove them again for any reason, get a box of good heavy duty ziplock bags or old tupperware that you can write on so you can label what goes where.

@jeffsmith2144 2 жыл бұрын

Love this series on the Ghia.

@motzemog 2 жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to this resto!

@vincentalvarez7042 2 жыл бұрын

Love IT! I am really looking forward to this series. I am still working on my Ghia that I started a year ago. I had to replace the floor boards and I have to say that some of the best ideas came from "duck man". His videos are weird but he does things like modify an engine hoist to remove the body. I think it was his channel that I found out about putting the chassis on its side to work on it. I also removed all of the old wires and used a PAINLESS kit to redo all of the electrical. Worked OK, but all of the pre-done kits are for front engine cars so I still had to do some modifications.

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I've watched several of his and gotten some great tips 👍🏼

@gjforeman 2 жыл бұрын

I find the hardest part of tackling any complex project is just getting off my ass and picking up the first tool. You are well past that point and a gem to watch. My contribution? Digital photos are next to zero cost and can document how things came apart, so 2 years on, you aren't entirely dependent on memory. Take a ton of pics before you dismantle things, large or small. Keep it up, Bob. Looking forward to the next installment.

@aaronnelson4065 2 жыл бұрын

This looks like fun! To organize a little easier label shelves and put the parts accordingly.

@TheCre8iveType 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the Flight of the Navigator vibes from the music in the first sequence.

@Tapperje16 2 жыл бұрын

I just love these type of video's, no script, just someone trying something and hoping it will all go well :P

@jbyork 2 жыл бұрын

Bob, I'm loving these videos so much! I will never disassemble a car, but I'm so excited to watch you do it! Keep it up!

@marcusolsson287 2 жыл бұрын

Im learning so much from watching this! Keep it coming Bob and team!

@Iliketomakestuff 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that!! (I'm learning a ton as well)

@JKuhlman1981 2 жыл бұрын

when you were struggling with the large Phillips head screw it reminded me of a trick i was told years ago . the shape of the handle on the classic craftsman screw drivers is designed to work with a box end wrench .. this way when you are trying to break torque on something like this you can get more leverage .. i am restoring a 1950 Willys Jeep and i have experienced the same struggles you are going through .. i used paper lunch sacks and wrote on each of them as i pulled screws and parts then wrapped them in tape and set them in a tote .. this soaked up any grease and kept them some what organized ..

@jimcrone3837 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching this process from you. Please make more videos of this

@charlesandanaylnw4892 2 жыл бұрын

Great video - When I was in HS - I had a 1970 KG same color as yours. Always going to junkyard for parts. Loved that car!!!

@alvarosouza3494 2 жыл бұрын

Loving this series

@theartist8906 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in the middle of a Ghia restore with my 16 year old son. If you are going to dismantle this thing, always put the bolt or nut that goes to something back on as you disassemble it. If that is not possible, I put everything in a plastic zip-lock and include any notes or drawings you think may help in the bag. When disassembling electric. tag one side with 1A and the other side with 1A and so on. It's not as hard as it sounds. Different wire wheels on a 4" grinder will take a lot of rust off fast. Take lots of photos and use lots of PB Blaster!!!!!! Good luck!!! It's a big job.

@USAFPilot40 2 жыл бұрын

I use plastic zip top bags either with the info written right on the bag or on a piece of tape adhered to the bag. For some of the bigger fasteners, those lunch meat containers are great. Good luck on this project. You have taught me a lot over the years, so hope this little tip helps you out.

@robertvandervelde60 7 ай бұрын

Hi Bob a little info to keep in mind when you get the time, I have a 67KG and had a water leak from hell that would only appear in hard driving over 500 miles+ during rain, after many frustrating weeks I found the leak....... With both back wheels off and no carpeting or sound deadening over the wheel arches, put a strong light under the wheel arches and in the dark from inside the car in the apex of the arch or arches (it only affected one of my arches) you will see a pin prick of light, it was a factory fault when the metal was bended to form the arches, where the metals meet is where the tiny gap is, I'm not sure if it affected all ghias or only the 67 or only my one in particular, but this tiny gap can create havoc when driving at 50mph over 500 miles in rainy weather, in short distances its not noticable, check it out its worth it, another tip when you ready, try to find a 6v KG hooter, it really blasts out everything on the road! I'll be watching your progress, ive been there

@stephenmoncrieff2056 2 жыл бұрын

Ghias are one of my most favourite cars . I’m envious .

@WrenchAtHome 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video Bob! Great to see some progress on this. I'm getting ready to fix a rusty floor in my truck with no welding or bodywork experience whatsoever, so I'll be watching your videos closely! Keep 'em coming :D

@diyopedia4709 2 жыл бұрын

What you did with the bolts is perfect

@mpmfr 2 жыл бұрын

Look up an impact driver for the larger #3 Phillips screws in the doors. Works wanders!

@MartinodePueblo 2 жыл бұрын

Love this project!

@ThePixelcoder 2 жыл бұрын

Love this project and the documentary style!

@MikeBifulco 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Bob - as you begin to clean up bodywork and reassemble the body/interior, consider lining big, broad, interior-facing panels with a sound treatment like Dynamat. It will make the car feel _much_ more solid when it goes back together, and you'll hear a lot less rattling/shaking/buzzing. It can really add to the car feeling like a bit more luxurious.

@carriganyoung1240 2 жыл бұрын

One thing I’ve done is getting plastic baggies and a sharpie. I write on the bag where they go. It helps my husband and I a lot. One thing I learned is some parts are interchangeable depending on the vehicle

@rbconley 2 жыл бұрын

Saw one of these in Western MA last week. Looked great and sounded great. Yours will too, Bob!

@MrCleudemir 2 жыл бұрын

Love this videos! Please bring more soon as U can!!!

@Maker238DeLoach 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve always loved the Smooth fenders and the nice contour of shapes that the Carmen Ghia has. Absolutely beautiful car sir. I’m thoroughly excited to get caught up. Awesome jab man. Make On. P.S. love you. Put all the nuts and bolts in your cargo pockets!!