VW Bus Restoration - Episode 51 | MicBergsma

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  • Welcome to episode 51 of our 1967 VW Bus restoration TH-cam Series!
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    L I N K S
    Wolfgang Int. Mid-mount - wolfgangint.com/transmission/...
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    Huge THANK YOU to our sponsors for helping with Kona this far! More to come!
    ~ WOLFGANG INTERNATIONAL (safari windows / steering box / mid mount)
    Wolfgangint.com
    ~WAGENSWEST (Lowering / suspension parts)
    wagenswest.com
    ~ WEST COAST METRIC (seals / parts / bumper)
    www.westcoastmetric.com
    ~ PPG (Auto paints)
    us.ppgrefinish.com/PPG-Refini...
    ~ EASTWOOD COMPANY (tools / paints)
    bit.ly/EastWoodKona
    ~ GRUMPY'S METAL (21/23 window conversion / deluxe trim kit)
    grumpysmetal.com
    ~ WEST COAST WIPERS (Wiper service / restoration)
    Don West - WestCoastWipers@gmail.com
    ~ BBT (Metal doors)
    www.bbt4vw.com
    ~ SUBLIME CLASSIC RESTORATIONS (Gas tank)
    www.sublimerestos.com
    ~ SKINNER CLASSICS (bodywork/ shop / mentor / hospitality / and more!)
    skinnerclassics.com
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    About MicBergsma:
    Aloha! My channel is a fun mix of How To Videos, DIY, Tutorials, Product Reviews, Travels, Vlogs, Adventures, my VW Bus, and more! With most videos focused on helping people learn how to improve their videography or photography skills with various cameras, equipment, and accessories! I specialize in GoPro tutorials, Sony cameras, DJI Quadcopters, Apple iPhones, and more! I put subtitles on most of my videos because I am 90% deaf and I use sign language to communicate. I currently reside with my wife Lori in the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. Hit the subscribe button to join me on my next adventure!
    Filmed by Mitch + Lori Bergsma
    Edited on Final Cut Pro X on Mac
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  • @MicBergsma
    @MicBergsma  ปีที่แล้ว +7

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  • @patrickkeefe7270
    @patrickkeefe7270 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Claudio is the Greatest Of All Time! What an artist!

    • @peter-fuppe-fuchs
      @peter-fuppe-fuchs ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, he's craftsmanship is absolutely top notch!

  • @williamwoolcock
    @williamwoolcock ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This has got to be the longest VW restoration in history.

    • @robertducie7242
      @robertducie7242 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      We only now gettin aug21 vids. I got feeling it was finished long ago. Just dragging the vids to make content last

    • @victor58010
      @victor58010 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yup! Was thinking the exact same thing ,and wondering if anyone else was of the same mind! I think Obama was President when he started this.

  • @steveturner3864
    @steveturner3864 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I used to be a car hauler and delivered some split window buses to a guy in Huntington Beach. He has a lot of em. Then one Fourth of July I watched the parade on tv from there and saw his buses in the parade. It was quite entertaining

  • @moss8448
    @moss8448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    she is going to be a beaut when all is said and done...

  • @peter-fuppe-fuchs
    @peter-fuppe-fuchs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Long live the bondo, hail to the bondo..... Without bondo..... No Kona

  • @Lakisleon
    @Lakisleon ปีที่แล้ว

    Claudio deserves his own TH-cam channel.

  • @alanpaulick7815
    @alanpaulick7815 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Claudio has put a lot of hard work into your bus. Thanks for a great video.

  • @Prestone44
    @Prestone44 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The more I admire this restoration, the more I am convinced that this Bus should NEVER be put on the road.
    Imagine what happens if, launched at 40 mph, it hits a mosquito? What a waste, these hundreds of hours of work for nothing? The place of this Bus is in a bubble of nitrogen, mounted on wedges, and sheltered from light...

  • @dadz0313
    @dadz0313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    miss this!!!!

  • @Comeriokid
    @Comeriokid ปีที่แล้ว

    Tell Claudio he needs his own bodywork channel. It’s coming out beautifully my friend 😍😍

  • @michaelaldredge-greenwell1692
    @michaelaldredge-greenwell1692 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good morning from sunny Southern California, Mike, Lori, & Lady Kona❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍!! Hope you’re all doing okay. Mike, Lori, & Company, you all love Kona so much because it shows by getting Her the parts She needs to return back to life, & that you guys care for Her too! To all us out here, you guys are heroes. Can’t wait for the unveiling

  • @Ogsonofgroo
    @Ogsonofgroo ปีที่แล้ว

    I clicked on this just for a quick peek, ended up watching the whole thing, feel like I've attended a master class for body work. Awesome VW!

  • @faisalmahmuod8737
    @faisalmahmuod8737 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio he is very good man and amazing job. 👍👍👍

  • @bobbythebob3074
    @bobbythebob3074 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio is the god of bodywork

  • @user-gv4tn9nb7f
    @user-gv4tn9nb7f ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful indeed
    Thank you 🙏🏼 all.

  • @mario17992
    @mario17992 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like from Brazi !! 👍👍👍

  • @watersmart1
    @watersmart1 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I miss my 1960 bus. Beautiful restoration thus far, definitely it’s going to be a show winner every where you go. 👍❤️🇨🇦

  • @paul4124
    @paul4124 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have to say (even though everyone else has) Claudio’s work ethic and attention to detail is second to none. The man is a genius.

  • @marwelles
    @marwelles ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio artigiano dalle mani d'oro, un vero mago della carrozzeria all'italiana

  • @jamesorendorff2731
    @jamesorendorff2731 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So much attention to every little detail!! When Kona is all done ...this bus will be worth a ton of $$$
    And then some ...
    I miss living in my beloved islands
    👍

  • @billbottsurfing
    @billbottsurfing ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love the detail everyone is putting in to each thing they're doing. Nice job.

  • @Pete_R63
    @Pete_R63 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing like '50 Shades of Silver'! You know those 'exploded' drawings of things? I bet this entire vehicle has been, at one point, completely apart. I just can't imagine the absolute intimate knowledge you have of all the workings of Kona.

  • @user-re5mj9ww9o
    @user-re5mj9ww9o ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Наконец то дождались😊

    • @PavelNSK
      @PavelNSK ปีที่แล้ว

      Санта барбара же!☺️

    • @user-re5mj9ww9o
      @user-re5mj9ww9o ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PavelNSK ну так, все же интересно как он ее доведёт до ума и какой она будет

  • @StevenKingMarch051961
    @StevenKingMarch051961 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An other great video thanks again can't wait to see Kona all done hope to see you both one day at a V.W. Show thanks be safe.

  • @danielhelbig1116
    @danielhelbig1116 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Vw bus/bug, truly the era we need to bring back. Such beautiful and detailed cars

  • @ifoodbezerrq
    @ifoodbezerrq ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am from brazil, i loved you worked

  • @ricardolopezgutierrez1989
    @ricardolopezgutierrez1989 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saludos de Mexico Mic

  • @aledafhra
    @aledafhra ปีที่แล้ว

    The biggest dream of those who like and have an old vehicle is to do a beautiful restoration and leave it new the same way it left the factory. Congratulations on the commitment and beautiful work of saving this phoenix from the gray

  • @HubertusSchaper
    @HubertusSchaper ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Lori & Mic In this episode again a lot of progress on Kon the Bus, you put bold a lot of hard work into the VW, Metalwork and thanks to Claudio who is a great metal artist he does an amazing job there, well soon you guys will drive this Great VW Bus. see you in the next video, 🇺🇸👍🏻🙏🏻☮🇳🇴🇳🇱greetings.Hubertus

  • @davidlarson9013
    @davidlarson9013 ปีที่แล้ว

    All of you inspire many of us to do excellent work, whatever we do. If I am ever fortunate to have a ‘67 23-window VW to restore, I know exactly who I want for the job… Lori. LOL! Really, though, the people at Skinner’s.

  • @davidcoombe1811
    @davidcoombe1811 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great episode

  • @Marcmpw
    @Marcmpw ปีที่แล้ว

    a volkswagen commercial vehicle employee sends greetings from hannover / germany where the bulli was manufactured a long time ago 🙂🤙🏻

  • @glynharper1066
    @glynharper1066 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see another episode hit the screen, one day we might upload some of ours.

  • @kafa_u_kombiju
    @kafa_u_kombiju ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is art.

  • @alexeynixon9400
    @alexeynixon9400 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fine! it’s very close for painting! Congratulations

  • @snowdogs59
    @snowdogs59 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That transaxle looks immaculate!

  • @macoyaquino9101
    @macoyaquino9101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wathcing from the Philippines🇵🇭
    Your Kona Bus is Pricesless full of hardwork💯

  • @danielhelbig1116
    @danielhelbig1116 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Why does it say august 13 2021 in the bottom corner? Are these videos really 2 years old but you’re releasing them now???

  • @PJGGolfer
    @PJGGolfer ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Another great and enjoyable episode. Claudio is the man. Body work is a lot of work and he makes it look easy. Things are coming along so nicely. Cheers!

  • @johnveerkamp1501
    @johnveerkamp1501 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    BETTER THEN NEW !!!!

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😄🤙🏼 thanks!

  • @charlyreyesolivares197
    @charlyreyesolivares197 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HOLA YA MERITO YA MERITO ANIMOOOOOOOO SALUDOS A TODOSSS

  • @rajiv4972
    @rajiv4972 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome….was eagerly waiting for the next episode. Many thanks.

  • @athwalvideos2420
    @athwalvideos2420 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice sharing

    • @MicBergsma
      @MicBergsma  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Cheers!

  • @velmathemini
    @velmathemini ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio is doing an excellent job on the bodywork 👏 . Keep up the good work 👍. Can't wait to see the finished bus 😀 🙌.

  • @LaszloBagi
    @LaszloBagi ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing work!

  • @Lolek-iw8mw
    @Lolek-iw8mw ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I love your films of restoring Kona
    Peace & Love from POLAND 🤙

  • @dgadver
    @dgadver ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything is coming out perfect!!!!!

  • @kreherdenny7199
    @kreherdenny7199 ปีที่แล้ว

    greatings from Germany „Stuttgart“ we see all your episodes. keep it up 👍👍👍

  • @bryancooper2699
    @bryancooper2699 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was surprised episode 51 came out so fast. I really enjoyed it. Kona is really taking shape. Now let’s bring on 52

  • @donaldshields2483
    @donaldshields2483 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good work never seen anybody cry so particular very interesting to watch keep up the good work God bless

  • @jonasmichaelmoir9378
    @jonasmichaelmoir9378 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio used to be a car or a bus in his past life😂❤

  • @luciatomasodivito4138
    @luciatomasodivito4138 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow super 👍🏽

  • @woodydowler1594
    @woodydowler1594 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anticipation of being paint 🎨 awesome work on everybody's part !

  • @Bertdevries4865
    @Bertdevries4865 ปีที่แล้ว

    Claudio, Am I wrong or must they be installed other way around? Because of the mouning points of the axels. I love all the hard work you put in this bus for them. All the time you spent together, I think it almost most feel like a second family. I watch your show every day, Missed a couple of shows but here I am at nr 51. I can Imagin how much you want KONA to be painted. But your waitning will be rewarded😁. You are the two most wonderfull people I have seen on the internet for a long time. No NOT because your hearing problem but just because of your warm heart. And your beautifull lady is the sunshine in your house. I know sometimes it must be hear to spent 24 hours a day together, with mabey some differences, But you manage to bring the best of you to the surves. Sorry, some words are not correct speled, I know, but I am Dutch and I still yry and learn. You know that Bergsma is a DUTCH name from the NETHERlANDS? Well...I wish you and Lory a wonderfull and productive day. My name is Bert from Hillegom. the Netherlands. Sincerely......until next time. My word for theday is: "If you want to be loved, Love and be loveable"

  • @papoun94
    @papoun94 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am happy to see your work progressing.. I have also done this for a large part of my professional life.. I very much miss my vw samba 67 de luxe all original.. it is with him that I have understood that the world was in color.. your sponsor PPG has a very good epoxy primer D8595 for the parts exposed to the seaside it is a good protection of the metal.. but hard to sand.. big thank you for sharing it is another small piece of life in color
    enjoy

  • @joseeduardo9264
    @joseeduardo9264 ปีที่แล้ว

    show! Say a Hello from Brazil

  • @mauriziovigoni1051
    @mauriziovigoni1051 ปีที่แล้ว

    Faccio i mie complimenti questo signore e molto bravo nel fare il suo mestiere

  • @rayboucher479
    @rayboucher479 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Better than the factory boots they are removable !

  • @RestorationAustralia
    @RestorationAustralia ปีที่แล้ว

    Getting there.👍

  • @johnwildwest1
    @johnwildwest1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Claudio is a total beast, head down and keeps on trucking get that man a raise 😉

  • @jimmyeatshoe
    @jimmyeatshoe ปีที่แล้ว

    11:29 It’s so satisfying watching Claudio spreading Bondo!
    Thanks Mic & Lori for your hard work on Kona (and the hours and hours of quality filming and editing you do!!)
    Big love from the UK 🇬🇧 🤙

  • @austinl4635
    @austinl4635 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coming along great Mitch! 🤙

  • @brianscott9861
    @brianscott9861 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's awesome to see people taking pride in their work. Doing things the right way 👍👍👍

  • @cemalalagoz4322
    @cemalalagoz4322 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work well done 👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @andyjrichie6709
    @andyjrichie6709 ปีที่แล้ว

    So sorry to hear about claudio car, hope he will get it sorted soon, Kona looking great Mitch /Lori. Very much enjoying your hard work

  • @deanostevenson9238
    @deanostevenson9238 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t wait to see this painted, it’s going to be a work off art , beautiful job

  • @landonmarx4753
    @landonmarx4753 ปีที่แล้ว

    August 2021...time travel!! Love the project. Can't wait to see it done.

  • @LermitFernandez
    @LermitFernandez ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He seguido hasta ahora todo el proceso y trabajo en esa furgoneta, y esto ya no es una restauración: estan haciendo un coche nuevo. Mucho trabajo que claro, cuando acaben, será un vehículo de exposición. Felicitaciones al equipo y con ganas de verlo terminado. Saludos desde España.

  • @rangercwgbear6352
    @rangercwgbear6352 ปีที่แล้ว

    You two are getting closer to the paint day can’t wait to Kona in Paint and being able to push around on its wheels

  • @krekautofunilaria8730
    @krekautofunilaria8730 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Top logo logo estará com pintura novinha

  • @nino2461
    @nino2461 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😀magnifico come sempre, i tuoi video sono fantastici.

  • @danielhelbig1116
    @danielhelbig1116 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    There’s enough bondo on the body to build a small shed

  • @67VWForever
    @67VWForever ปีที่แล้ว

    Smart idea with rack MicBergsma

  • @dannyfoust3123
    @dannyfoust3123 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, and yes, the quality of Claudio's work is over the top! I'm looking very much forward to paint. You guys nail it!

  • @hugo73gathier21
    @hugo73gathier21 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WoW !👏🏻❤️

  • @jmt7720
    @jmt7720 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excelente trabajo👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @willemp6432
    @willemp6432 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not even """Fluffy""" is going to have a Big, Ding Dong, Swing Along, Killer Bus like " ! KONA!"... Claudio.

  • @siddembowski2844
    @siddembowski2844 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gettin close

  • @locosporlosvolkys7640
    @locosporlosvolkys7640 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cada vez se acerca más lel momento de pintar a kona. Ya no puedo esperar más.

  • @carlosnapoletanoneto7688
    @carlosnapoletanoneto7688 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Mic !! Congratulations to you all Guys from Brasil !!! Nice Job

  • @bguerreiros
    @bguerreiros ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Show de bola, já tive um Fusca aqui no Brasil, e fiz a reforma completa dele, hoje tenho uma Mazda que estou consertando, parabens.

  • @rayboucher479
    @rayboucher479 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    His is Mercedes type workmanship !

  • @johngrant1337
    @johngrant1337 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good video, wow a lot of bondo

  • @PortalFPV
    @PortalFPV ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Watching how hard Claudio is working to get a perfectly smooth finish....I am so fearful for the day of your first door ding 😫

  • @alvaroalfaro8979
    @alvaroalfaro8979 ปีที่แล้ว

    So close to the end, I love this build, I will love to see it being swap to EV.

  • @jonwilkinson8838
    @jonwilkinson8838 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it. From day one super cool 😎😎😎

  • @randyisham7873
    @randyisham7873 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s amazing how much work and skill goes in to these buses. 👍🏻

  • @joelpinguim7660
    @joelpinguim7660 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍 2,5 mil 👏

  • @mk5_ej4m_gti49
    @mk5_ej4m_gti49 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it..!!! im from episod 1 dude !

    • @alltruenews
      @alltruenews ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I have a question. How is Mitch able to have access to the shop and the workers?

    • @fireboyny1037
      @fireboyny1037 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alltruenews No they had wait for someone to open shop so he able to work on it. Because shop have alarm system im sure.

  • @kurtie12
    @kurtie12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking good!

  • @mattgreven7615
    @mattgreven7615 ปีที่แล้ว

    blows my mind how much better this bus will be than when it was new. I'm pretty sure the factory didn't put a fraction of the time into fit/finish. These videos are addicting. I can't fathom how many hours ($$$) have gone into this build.

  • @peterlaize5698
    @peterlaize5698 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job perfect

  • @fredypineda3649
    @fredypineda3649 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ánimo viejo querido..👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @toliakvw
    @toliakvw ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super vw

  • @marcoantoniodelafuente8354
    @marcoantoniodelafuente8354 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impresionante trabajo,al
    lta calidad de detalle felicidades

  • @maswindojakarta301
    @maswindojakarta301 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice car

  • @lycian123
    @lycian123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Claudio does all this work but you get the fans. How about a Claudio day?

  • @KA4UPW
    @KA4UPW ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Modify the back rail of yhe front roof rack, and the front rail of the back roof rack so a surfboard can lay flat between them!

  • @kennethengstrom9261
    @kennethengstrom9261 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great craftmanship on the bus 👌and great video👍. Hi from Sweden 🇸🇪

    • @lucasRem-ku6eb
      @lucasRem-ku6eb ปีที่แล้ว

      Duc Tape it, good enough for races...
      He should strip it, redo the frame first, worth it, but for racing ?