I Stripped it Down to Bare Steel & Found.. // '69 Off-Road Beetle

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@ollieoxford Жыл бұрын

"If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right" and that Sarah, is why a lot of us watch this channel :-)

@FrankyRedEyes Жыл бұрын

Absolutely !!! Plus her jokes are 🔥

@roberts6236 Жыл бұрын

@@FrankyRedEyes plus lets face it Sara is super attractive, and her attitude matches.

@jdoesmath2065 Жыл бұрын

Yep, that's what my Dad taught me.

@adoreslaurel Жыл бұрын

And i am sure it is your only reason.

@jrhpng Жыл бұрын

OCD Anonymous unite! 😅

@theastronaut2276 Жыл бұрын

Be careful of what primer you use, the Ospho will probably need to be reapplied to reactivate the layer that is on it now, and then neutralized and rinsed off. Most all epoxy primers will not be compatible with an acid based metal prep unless it’s completely neutralized and removed first. Check with the primer manufacture to see if the Ospho needs to be neautralized/removed, the TDS doesn’t always mention it. Would hate to see prep and primer/paint work ruined by adhesion problems. Upvote this so hopefully Sarah sees it before spraying primer!

@h82crash Жыл бұрын

True. You must be sure about compatibility. I have 2K urethane primer from Eastwood and it says it MUST be acid prepped if applied to bare metal. But I etch and remove before the phos dries.

@theastronaut2276 Жыл бұрын

@@h82crash 2k urethane over bare metal is a bad idea, it doesn’t seal metal like epoxy does and filler does not stick well to 2k so if you need to touch up and bodywork with filler it won’t stick. Eastwood is relabeling lower quality materials, I wouldn’t think trust them on something that matters. Look into SPI products instead, they’re very high quality, priced reasonably, and the costumer service and tech support is the best ever.

@maxfolio940 Жыл бұрын

@@theastronaut2276 2k urethane filler primer seems just fine on bare metal, guess it depends on brand. Did most of my car with 2k epoxy on sandblasted metal then body filler and 2k urethane filler tho, just got lazy on last few seperate pieces. I definetly feel like the ospho/rust converter stuff is just asking for trouble and not neccessary, the 2k epoxy will fill, seal and ahdere fine to small rust pores. Kinda like same with sodablasting just way more hassle than sand... But it might have its place on spots that you cant mechanically strip the rust/are too lazy like backside of a steel bumper. I used the eastwood internal frame coating rattlecan on inside of framerails, i guess its okay atleast it had nice extension nozzle on the can but there are better 1k paints too that are more solvent resistant, probably better to stick with ppg etc.

@andrewsnoozy Жыл бұрын

Actually I think we knew you would do a 110% resto, and agreed, do it right, make the old bug last forever. Thanks for showing

@bsmirnov Жыл бұрын

I guess we all here know what "a little bit above and beyond" euphemism means: "a fucking lot and far beyond any rational quality standard". And that's why we love Sarah. ❤👍

@canucklehead0 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love that you'll go above and beyond on Ragnar (and any project you've done) simply because the car deserves it and you want the future owners to have a hassle free car!! You, my dear Lady, have my utmost respect for the way you work, and your philosophy of doing things properly. Well done Sarah, very well done indeed!!!

@Primus54 Жыл бұрын

Yeah… I’m glad to see you decided to do the “bare minimum” on Ragnar and not fall into the rabbit hole. 😂 Really enjoyed the time lapses grinding down to bare metal… and the accompanying music was “rad”, as you young folks say! 😉 Thank you! 👍👍👍

@christopherwedemeyer2993 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 Bare minimum.....

@NAFIGGAMING Жыл бұрын

CDO is a thing when when your OCD even has to be in order. Some of us are suffering internally when we can't do it the right way

@Drums-ve8on Жыл бұрын

That bristle disc gizmo is amazing! 👍👍👍

@jamesferguson8217 Жыл бұрын

Do you have to get them from an aircraft supplier?

@garyworokevich2524 Жыл бұрын

I am very pleased Patreon contributions helped with your safety equipment. Waydago Angel food cake and Fred for helping Sarah.

@Insane98 Жыл бұрын

Respect for working in such heat anyday, everyday..!

@chrishelm4682 Жыл бұрын

That bug is coming along great. I helped my dad refurbish a ‘74 bug 30 years ago. It was a good time and a fun car to drive for several years. Keep it up!

@GreekYoda Жыл бұрын

* Most enjoyable when you bring your highly trained Air Force experience and products - into auto restoration!! Big fan. Love your thoroughness! You do things right!

@Don_ECHOguy Жыл бұрын

Judging by some of the minimal car damage and all the various layers of paint and primer, this bug likely had an interesting life. There is also no one better than you Sarah than to give this car it's third or fourth go around and make it even better than before and drive on forever. You chose another great project! 👍

@SarahnTuned Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s got some rust and minor dings, but all and all I think I lucked out on how bad it could have been.

@jefffch Жыл бұрын

Watching you work is therapy. You have changed my life!

@radarnj8043 Жыл бұрын

You are an amazing disciplined individual. Focused, intense and articulate sense of humor. How blessed the ones in your close circle are!

@Trident2113 Жыл бұрын

Love when your OCD kicks in. You have a work moral that many people need.

@Legaleze Жыл бұрын

Those bristle disks from 3M are absolutely amazing!

@neoanderson7 Жыл бұрын

When it’s all said and done, that beetle will be the freshest beetle on the planet! 👏🏻😉 Even if it is hot, you can still do things. Unlike some of us who have winter 4 months out of the year. Can’t do anything when it’s cold. 😔

@robertsmith2956 Жыл бұрын

Before mexico stopped making them, you just took your serial number plate down there and put it on a brand new beetle coming off the assembly line.. Instant fully restored beetle as far as the DMV is concerned.

@RX340 Жыл бұрын

As one of my close friends always says: "If you're going to do it, might as well over do it!" Amazing work and attention to detail as always ma'am! 😎👍

@jdoesmath2065 Жыл бұрын

"When someone sees your work, make sure they admire it". -- My Dad.

@stevemawer848 Жыл бұрын

"Never knowingly under-engineered!"

@1974UTuber Жыл бұрын

I feel like I couldn't afford your restoration services. You are such a perfectionist your labour alone would mean a second mortgage on the house. That Beetle will never die once you are finished with it

@daveh9415 Жыл бұрын

Friggin love this beetle, my favourite of all your cars so far, just zero electronics to go wrong.

@sblagg527 Жыл бұрын

but plenty of other stuff! 😄

@charlesmckinley29 Жыл бұрын

Pay close attention to the flimsy little tabs that hold the oil cooler on. When it snaps off you will be in the middle lane of a split on the interstate as all the oil is pumped out of the engine. Farfromovin! The air cooled VW experience!😎

@charlesmckinley29 Жыл бұрын

@@bigdog4173 as long as you know to check it and keep an eye on it. They are easy to work on. The battery in the back seat isn’t a big deal for me and can be relocated to the front with longer cables. In you just need access to power they make the plug ends for jumper cable and winches you can run an “outlet” to a convenient spot. All it takes is time and $$$$! 😎

@robertsmith2956 Жыл бұрын

Mine made me realize why cars now kill people. Beetle has no dash, and that is what bakes the cars insides.

@robertsmith2956 Жыл бұрын

@@charlesmckinley29 I found the fuel pump vapor lock was biggest headache. A 12 volt pump up on the gas tank solved that.

@jaxacdc9554 Жыл бұрын

Great attention to detail. Alot of people would of just sprayed over an additional coat of sealer to cover up the pitting. The pin holes on the sides were for chrome trim. I had it on my 64 when I had it. Helps break up two tone paint work. I do appreciate the hard work you are putting in to this giveaway and I have my order in.

@st4034 Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely amazing! So talented. 👏 Love the project.

@asarand Жыл бұрын

I don't believe that anyone that watches your channel could win that car and not appreciate all the effort that you put into it. I think you're doing an amazing job.

@joecovey2235 Жыл бұрын

Amazing progress in such a short time. And the attention to detail you put into this and all your projects is above and beyond. Yeah, I do hope whoever wins it (if not me) appreciates all the work you're putting into Ragnar.

@FixLife119 Жыл бұрын

I'm so stoked for this build Sarah. This must be so fun for you. Going from impossible to work on cars to possibly the simplest easiest car to work on ever made. Can't wait to see more!

@BizaroStormy88 Жыл бұрын

You should use a spray bottle next time for the Ospho, makes application much easier.

@robertrohr3990 Жыл бұрын

Oh baby! Very "above and beyond" throughout this project and all your others too. I truly admire your dedication and your work ethic.

@niklaswejedal463 Жыл бұрын

I stayed up until the middle of the night to watch this as it was posted, because that is what true fans do!

@Griftospherequalitycontrol Жыл бұрын

Lame

@ericafiore1624 Жыл бұрын

Sarah. Your stunningly beautiful as is your beautiful nature and personality. You care so much for the Bugs and creature, wish more people were like you.

@durwoodrobison7800 Жыл бұрын

I know you want to paint it in it's original color, but I think it'd look very cool in a clear coated bare metal. Love that you show what tools you use so we can find them for our projects too.

@charlesmckinley29 Жыл бұрын

Just don’t use her terms for them when you go to buy them. You might get hit with a sexual harassment charge. 😎

@petergoyer1606 Жыл бұрын

I agree that a bare metal Bug would be way cooler than any paint scheme… a derelict beetle!!!

@georgegrierson Жыл бұрын

Watching you do this causes recurring nightmares of when my brother, father and I repaired a 1973 VW Bug. The body was horrendously rusted. We live in Ontario so that Bug saw more than its' fair share of salt over the years. We cut, welded, fabricated more of that car than we should have. We finished it off with rattle cans of blue paint which actually didn't look too bad from 10 feet away.

@timglass6041 Жыл бұрын

I'm Loving these episodes on the Beetle. I'm convinced that no one can do it better than Sarah. It's her attention to the details that will make the final results perfect. Great camera work and editing as well Sarah. Bless you Girl, you are the Best.

@rayoresco6714 Жыл бұрын

Watching you work this project is truly therapeutic. Seeing how you got the body to bare metal was very educational, though realizing you made it seem effortless through time lapse. Looking forward to the next installment Sarah ❤️

@dre3k78 Жыл бұрын

This Bug is going to be amazing. SO glad you decided to strip it down to the metal and redo the original paint.

@juhajuntunen7866 Жыл бұрын

Thats why we love Sarah!

@oldblueshhrchannel1847 Жыл бұрын

Sarah, full restoration of coarse, it’s a give away car, you can’t just scuff and paint , you have to strip it and start from clean metal! Great job! Thanks for sharing your time with us!

@monkeysflingpooatyou Жыл бұрын

Way above and beyond what you anticipated doing, but exactly what we knew you would do. And it's the right thing to do.

@itchyfeet90 Жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah, thanks for helping me start my day with a smile. How can you not love a video with brittlediks and whisper biscuits!

@neildixon5131 Жыл бұрын

Bristle disk by Scotch-Brite :-)

@wiseprepper125 Жыл бұрын

Wow that rabbit hole is deep. Love your work looks great in bare metal but it will look great white too. I'm going out to get those 3M sanding bristle disks can't wait to try them. I'm hoping to win Ragnar I have a spot in the garage for him. 😆 🤣 😂

@jacocoetzee762 Жыл бұрын

So satisfying to watch. Inspiring work Sarah!

@minigpracing3068 Жыл бұрын

Check the front torsion beam to make sure it hasn't been bent. The replaced bumper mount, front fenders that probably weren't stock, and all the damage on the driver side suggest a front end collision bouncing off to run down the side.

@rotaryperfection Жыл бұрын

Damn that little green tool would have come in handy back in 2013 when I color changed my car. I've used the yellow version to remove gasket material. Never knew a paint version existed.

@alanarcher4672 Жыл бұрын

Boy I’m glad to see you’re doing a Volkswagen beetle this was my first car 1968

@realwheelman Жыл бұрын

Nice work Sarah and nice camera/editing too.

@buster8295 Жыл бұрын

Note to Sarah: When thick dust or any other material builds up on the floor, don't sweep. Vacuum. Sweeping puts a lot into the air, which can hang even after you think you are done. And, a lot of the stuff we car wrenchers are dealing with is toxic, so, vacuum instead. Safer. Better.

@danielfoster2339 Жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah!! Love to see your dedication to doing it right.

@davesmith7671 Жыл бұрын

Hey 😃. Love the bug project

@JacobFrey Жыл бұрын

I love the music in this car build. It's like, adding personality to the car somehow.

@roymurray6374 Жыл бұрын

Happy Friday Sarah!!! Your prompt 72 hr uploads are always a treat, thank you for going above and beyond for all us people of the interwebs.😁 Stay excellent!!!😎

@TMERUNNR Жыл бұрын

Amazing Thumbnail!!! You are killing it Sarah! 👍

@Drottninggatan2017 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the thumbnail made her look really large. It made me curious. How large is this person really?

@jdisdetermined Жыл бұрын

I would totally pay money for a giant poster of that picture to hang on the wall in the shop. Sarah can look like a friggin supermodel.. while doing hard manual labor.. in three digit heat.. It's ridiculous.

@TMERUNNR Жыл бұрын

@@jdisdetermined ABSOLUTELY 💯!!!!

@johncolligan5128 Жыл бұрын

Yes mam it is great to see that kind of diligence and care go into building what will be a sensational car and if whom ever wins and doesn’t appreciate it doesn’t deserve to own it .

@zkdadof4 Жыл бұрын

Sarah, it's impossible for you NOT to get attached to your builds because you truly put your heart into them. The cars you complete are embodiments of you.

@pythosdegothos6181 Жыл бұрын

I so wish I had taken my bug down to bare metal after seeing this. But I had a partner involved with my restoration that also did restore work, and said it was not necessary and seeing as the project was taking place at my job's hanger, time was limited. Seeing this Type 1 brought down to bare metal was educational. That original paint of Beetles is very tough (the whole car was dipped in it. IF you dare open the forward panel to the center tube, you will see the original shiny black paint used as the base coat/ primer used on these vehicles.

@idontlikemonkeys Жыл бұрын

It was inevitable, we saw it coming as you would have it no other way

@jeremiahsherman1190 Жыл бұрын

Soooo satisfying seeing the paint fly off ur doing a great job 👏

@paulrapp613 Жыл бұрын

“…above and beyond …” Sarah, Every thing you do is above and beyond! I think one of the reasons we all love you so much is your demonstrated belief that there is a right way and all the rest of the ways. You always choose to do things the right way. Keep the aspidistra flying! Be well, Paul

@johnmccanntruth Жыл бұрын

I like your work ethic and that you care enough to get into the small details.

@johnmbell4642 Жыл бұрын

Hey Sarah, Great time lapse awesome music👍 you’re really going above and Beyond then again it is a 69 beetle how many of them are left glad this one’s gonna be here for a long time. That ospho is great stuff stay cool and have a great one🐧🐧🐧👍

@jeffdunfee6164 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. I thought you did an excellent job with the time lapse parts. It makes it look real easy but i know you work your ass off on these videos. Well done.

@zippoamerika8794 Жыл бұрын

Being able to hold your breath for two minutes is very important when you’re swimming

@REB63 Жыл бұрын

Will you ever cease to amaze us with what you do Sarah?!? Awesome video today. I found your advice on bodywork very helpful.

@VOByRobbins Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see how Ragnar turns out!!! gotta get me some more Sarah stuff to enter more!!!! whoo hoo!!!!

@jamesstewart556 Жыл бұрын

Sarah - "I can hold my breath for two minutes." Noted.

@Wyatt19961212 Жыл бұрын

I said YOU DIRTY DOG Hey! Quit stealing my moves!

@mostcom Жыл бұрын

Happy Friday evening in mid-July monsoon season Sarah. Enjoying the PPE showing that came your way. was avoiding noxious fumes today myself.

@joeh7299 Жыл бұрын

Your knowledge, sense of humor(?) and abilities are most awesome. Also, love your music selection.

@ThomasC951 Жыл бұрын

Dang mad skillz. The 951 needs your attention

@bert-bb4lf Жыл бұрын

Just a hint, Loctite SF 790 is an awesome paint remover. Has the chemical they removed from all the new paint strippers still in it. It's made for gasket removal(works amazing)

@franciscollingwood7372 Жыл бұрын

Very thorough. Nice job, Sarah.

@mdhensel750 Жыл бұрын

"this is way more than I wanted to get into" Sarah on every project. But, this is what I/we love about the projects. Sarah gets into it. "If it's worth doing, it's worth ding right" also Sarah on every project.

@carlosl5820 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work, you are awesome!

@TheDocgt40 Жыл бұрын

The phosphoric acid reacts with the iron oxide (rust) converting it to iron phosphate, which is relatively inert. Of course, if you scratched through the new coating, it would rust again

@tomspeirs1195 Жыл бұрын

Ive used Phosphoric acid before and it stated in the bottle that it must not dry on panel. Just curious if this is product used by Sarah had any additive which negated this rule?

@SarahnTuned Жыл бұрын

@@tomspeirs1195 don’t think you read that correctly.

@tomspeirs1195 Жыл бұрын

@@SarahnTuned you are correct, my bad. It helps if you can follow direction. Unfortunately this is not my strongpoint. Great channel Sarah, i like your style

@jasonfalk7696 Жыл бұрын

Sarah, doing things right has always been what makes you and your channel great! As the old saying goes, "take the time to do it right, or you'll have to find the time to do it again"! Great progress!

@9j.c29 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad I somehow ended up in this channel, the way you do things is great, it's really amazing how much you pay attention to every detail. You're amazing.

@bobuncle8704 Жыл бұрын

Those bristle disc’s do an amazing job. I’ve never seen them before. I need to get me some of those. Any advice on the best ones to get? What grit did you use?

@olegbelykh2840 Жыл бұрын

This one - 'Scotch-Brite Bristle Disc - Coating Removal Disc for Metal - 36 Grit Ceramic Mineral - Molded Abrasive Bristles - 4.5" - Single Pack'. Search for it at Amazon.

@fueledbyadventures Жыл бұрын

Awesome work, I definitely wouldn't mind having Ragnar in my garage. First car was a 66 Karman Ghia and my father has a 67 bug.

@davidshepard2372 Жыл бұрын

I am loving the weirdness of Sarah’s videos. Also blown away by her expertise in mechanical ability

@DRMegaone Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your relentless commitment !

@stephanwilson9593 Жыл бұрын

Can we send you $ for entry chances on the bug instead of buying merch? Great job on the bug! Love your work!

@lazyhoundracing9621 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you get the space suit. Your a young woman. Your videos always cheer me up. Thank you for your time.

@ronaldbucchino1086 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you have the new PPE -- it will keep you much safer and more comfortable. Great job.

@brunnie Жыл бұрын

Love the tips and tricks for body work prep. Until next time... Stay safe.

@ricardoarohenapagan9149 Жыл бұрын

Love your work ethic my dear Sarah!

@jamesturner2055 Жыл бұрын

Loved watching you rub down your beetle. Learned alot. Thanks.

@Griftospherequalitycontrol Жыл бұрын

🤣🎖

@DrFiero Жыл бұрын

Couple things - Put the "rust mort" ( (c) SEM) in a spray bottle and mist it all over the panel, and wipe it around with a new rag. You could do the whole car in about 10 minutes! Trust me - done it countless times. And don't use glass cleaner to clean it down, use wax and grease remover. The ammonia (and all the other stuff) in almost all glass cleaners can make for an ugly chemical cocktail between it, the acid, the future paint.

@eric19875 Жыл бұрын

You're doing a great restoration job Sarah. Including showing the products you use.

@davidbruin4381 Жыл бұрын

I'm wondering if you spent more money on paint stripper than you would have spent on having it media blasted. I say media, because there are a few different types of material being used to blast the paint off. Like baking soda and very fine sand, to coarse sand. I've also seen video of someone using water to blast the paint off of a truck. Also you are so right about rust, rust never sleeps, especially if there's moisture in the air and on the metal.

@SarahnTuned Жыл бұрын

Take it from someone who’s done both multiple times, this was more time efficient and cost less while making less of a mess.

@sblagg527 Жыл бұрын

Great job so far, only thing I disagree with (owning a 69 bug myself) is deleting the chrome trim. Doing that robs the car of its character, it looks great when restored and gives the car period correctness. Trust me it will be worth it!!

@mostcom Жыл бұрын

this is not a restoration, it's a conversion to a class 11 racer

@sblagg527 Жыл бұрын

@@mostcom Fair enough, I'd still keep the chrome.

@jwelchon2416 Жыл бұрын

I have never seen the little green bristly wheels. They work pretty slick!! Coming along nicely!!

@toxicrc7681 Жыл бұрын

I love this beetle. This car needs your attention to detail and care. Thanks for another entertaining video.

@jimcornish242 Жыл бұрын

I'm wondering how close to the Desert Mouse livery and body mods are you going to do since you're using the image for your T shirts? would love to see this end up with the black 5 spoke Fuchs, the oval rear window, and the scoops behind the quarter windows...and maybe the 2000cc type 4 engine of the original as well

@mikeconstantine6084 Жыл бұрын

I love how OCD you are, Some people might say it's a weakness, I say it's your "gift"!🤔🤭

@roelando8926 Жыл бұрын

The sanding was so satisfying to watch

@pclayton5063 Жыл бұрын

I remember back in the old days I used to get that chemical stripper and head to the local car wash at night. Slop it onto whatever I wanted to strip, let it work, and easily hose it off with the pressure washer. Couple of extra bucks to clean the stall afterwards.