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Fix It Scotty
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This channel is all about fixing and building stuff. Anything from plumbing, electrical, automotive (ev conversion), carpentry, electronics, music instruments, and on and on. If it's made of metal, plastic, and/or wood, I will be making a video of it! I am a software developer and handyman looking to share some of my experiences.
VW Bus Restoration Part 32: Wheels, Hubcap Restoration & New Tires
Part 32 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus restoration and (eventual) electric conversion. In this video, I clean and prep the old rusty wheel rims. Then paint them and the hub caps. I also get all new tires installed and finish blacking out the wheel wells.
VW Baywindow Bus Tire FAQ by Richard Atwell:
www.ratwell.com/technical/Tires.html
Product/Tool Links:
Hankook Vantra LT (RA18) 185R14C Tires: amzn.to/3SAFxTp
Dupli-Color Black Rocker Guard Coating: amzn.to/3WE24A5
Rust-Oleum Professional High Performance Enamel: amzn.to/46KQp7m
VEVOR Tire Bead Breaker Slide Hammer: amzn.to/3WVRjug
Tire Lever - 21": amzn.to/3M3DtzD
VW Baywindow Bus Tire FAQ by Richard Atwell:
www.ratwell.com/technical/Tires.html
Product/Tool Links:
Hankook Vantra LT (RA18) 185R14C Tires: amzn.to/3SAFxTp
Dupli-Color Black Rocker Guard Coating: amzn.to/3WE24A5
Rust-Oleum Professional High Performance Enamel: amzn.to/46KQp7m
VEVOR Tire Bead Breaker Slide Hammer: amzn.to/3WVRjug
Tire Lever - 21": amzn.to/3M3DtzD
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VW Bus Restoration Part 31: Blank-out Windows; Panel Van Conversion
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Part 31 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus restoration and (eventual) electric conversion. In this video, I do a panel van conversion by making aluminum blank out windows to replace the side windows. I show you where and what type of material to use and how to shape and cut it. Video Links: Flossy Missiles Vanagon Window Delete: czcams.com/video/WnMKGoqRd8E/video.html Product Links: 6...
VW Bus Restoration Part 30: Pop top and Luggage rack Restoration
zhlédnutí 306Před měsícem
Part 30 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus restoration and (eventual) electric conversion. In this video, refurbish the Westfalia camper pop top and luggage rack. I prepped the fiberglass, used Total Boat primer and gelcoat to resurface, painted them, put new seals on, and re-installed them on the bus. Video Links: The Secrets of GELCOAT and WHAT You Need to Know!: czcams.com/video/cs...
Chevy Volt Gen2, Charge and Recharge the AC system, P0534 error code
zhlédnutí 525Před měsícem
In this video, I show how I did a full charge of the AC R134a refrigerant in my 2016 (GEN 2) Chevrolet Volt. This includes doing a leak test with the vacuum pump and pulling a vacuum to prep for a full recharge. Then I show how to do a partial recharge using the gauge set pressure as a guide to do a finish charge on the AC system. Products and Tools: VEVOR 4 CFM AC Vacuum Pump and Gauge Set: am...
VW Bus Restoration Part 29: Custom Stinger and Bumper Restoration
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Part 29 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus restoration and (eventual) electric conversion. In this video, I fabricate a custom "stubby" stinger for the front end. I also restore both front and rear bumpers as well as paint an alternate accent color on some other trim pieces to really make the nose pop. Links: Oakes Fabrication: www.oakesfab.com/shop Summit Racing Hot Rod Flat Paint (G...
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 13: Fabricate the Rear Motor Mount #evconversion
zhlédnutí 718Před 3 měsíci
Part 13 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus electric vehicle (EV) conversion. In this video, I show you a combination of custom fabrication of the stock mustache bar coupled with off-the-shelf products to make a custom rear motor cradle / mount. Links to products: - Motor Cradle for the Netgain Hyper9: amprevolt.com/products/motor-cradle-for-hyper9-hv - Male-Female Rubber Mounts / Bobb...
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 12: Which transmission to use? Install and wire Warp 9 motor
zhlédnutí 745Před 3 měsíci
Part 12 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus electric vehicle (EV) conversion. In this video, I explain which year VW Bus (T2) transmission is appropriate for the electric motor pairing in a late bay bus. I also install the transmission and discuss the shifting and other issues. Finally I install, test and wire the Netgain Warp 9 motor onto the transmission to complete the drivetrain. L...
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 11: Installing the EV West Motor Adapter, Flywheel and Clutch
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 4 měsíci
Part 11 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus electric vehicle (EV) conversion. In this video, I show you how I mounted the EV West motor shaft coupler, transmission housing adapter plate, custom aluminum flywheel, and clutch assembly to my Netgain Warp 9 motor. These instructions are also applicable for the Netgain Hyper9 and HPEVS AC50 setup too. Links to products: - EV West Motor and ...
Troubleshoot and Replace Hydraulic Lift Power Unit / AC Motor #vevor
zhlédnutí 1,7KPřed 5 měsíci
I had a specific problem with the hydraulic control unit on my 4-post lift. The Run Capacitor kept blowing. In this video, I show my process for troubleshooting my problem as well as other common problems like the Start Capacitor or Centrifugal Switch. After showing my troubleshooting steps, I show how to disassemble the unit so you can see how it comes apart and what is inside. Finally I show ...
Overcoming MAJOR garage issues + garage upgrades and upcoming projects
zhlédnutí 196Před 5 měsíci
In this video, I provide an update on my garage issues and upgrades I have been working on behind the scenes for the last several weeks. I also give a preview of upcoming work on the 1978 VW Bus EV conversion and restoration. Products Used: - 6/3 UF-B x 150' Underground Feeder Electrical Cable: amzn.to/3TtsfZP - Cat6 Cable, 250ft Heavy Duty Waterproof / Direct Burial: amzn.to/3wQ0qCk - Propane ...
Garage Mini Furnace User Suggestions and Corrections
zhlédnutí 2,1KPřed 7 měsíci
This video shows how I implemented a few corrections and suggestions from my previous video (czcams.com/video/_VZfNrZJs5s/video.html) of my custom mini furnace with the Vevor 8kw diesel heater. I show fixes and upgrades to the exhaust tube, fuel line, fuel pump angle, and more. Product Links: Vevor Diesel Heater: www.vevor.com/diesel-heater-c_10321/12v-air-diesel-heater-planar-8kw-8000w-fit-mot...
Custom Garage Mini Furnace Using a Vevor Diesel Heater
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 7 měsíci
This video shows how I used a Vevor 8kw Diesel Heater to create a custom mini furnace for my garage and workshop. UPDATE VIDEO: czcams.com/video/VFVUGsbCS4c/video.html Product Links: Vevor Diesel Heater: www.vevor.com/diesel-heater-c_10321/12v-air-diesel-heater-planar-8kw-8000w-fit-motor-homes-boats-bus-car-truck-p_010680521746 AC/DC 12volt Power Supply: amzn.to/3TKkC1N Stainless Steel Wall Soc...
VW Bus Restoration Part 28: Rebuild Front Doors (window regulator / vent wings / seals)
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 7 měsíci
Part 28 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus restoration and (eventual) electric conversion. I hate working on doors, but I have a process to rebuild the doors that results in the least amount of pain and rework. This video shows you the correct sequence for installing the window regulator, glass, vent wings, inner and outer scraper seals, and the felt tracks. Videos: Very good video on...
Wolf Gas Range/Oven - Replace oven burner tube and igniter
zhlédnutí 1KPřed 8 měsíci
My brother's Wolf Range Oven, model AS30Ki-1, had a whooshing sound every now and then. When he opened it up to inspect the bake burner tube, he saw a hole caused by rusting and corrosion. He ordered Wolf certified parts from a local distributor despite finding similar bake burner tubes on the internet (very few of them were any cheaper than the distributor). The burner tube was under $100. Sin...
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 10: Motor Controller Coolant System #evconversion
zhlédnutí 391Před 9 měsíci
Part 10 of a longer series on my 1978 Volkswagen Bus electric vehicle (EV) conversion. In this video, I build the coolant circulation system for the water cooled Netgain Controls WarpDrive Motor Controller. This includes mounting a small radiator in the fresh air intake area above the battery and mount the reservoir, pump and lines to create a working coolant system. Links to products: Bosch el...
Garage Rebuild Part 8: Reveal and Shop Tour
zhlédnutí 321Před 10 měsíci
Garage Rebuild Part 8: Reveal and Shop Tour
Genie 6072 Garage Door Opener Installation and Review
zhlédnutí 22KPřed 10 měsíci
Genie 6072 Garage Door Opener Installation and Review
Garage Rebuild Part 7: Epoxy Floor Coating (DIY How to)
zhlédnutí 678Před 10 měsíci
Garage Rebuild Part 7: Epoxy Floor Coating (DIY How to)
Garage Rebuild Part 6: Insulated and Drywalled
zhlédnutí 171Před 11 měsíci
Garage Rebuild Part 6: Insulated and Drywalled
Garage Rebuild Part 5: Ceiling Framing and Electrical
zhlédnutí 290Před rokem
Garage Rebuild Part 5: Ceiling Framing and Electrical
Garage Rebuild Part 4: Finished Exterior
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Garage Rebuild Part 4: Finished Exterior
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 9: Dashboard Cleanup #evconversion
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VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 9: Dashboard Cleanup #evconversion
Garage Rebuild Part 3: Framing and walls
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Garage Rebuild Part 3: Framing and walls
Garage Rebuild Part 1: Prep and Demolition
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Garage Rebuild Part 1: Prep and Demolition
Analysis of FunForLouis' EV road trip and the importance of the 12-volt battery #evconversion
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Analysis of FunForLouis' EV road trip and the importance of the 12-volt battery #evconversion
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 8: Wiring the dashboard to the rear DC command center #evconversion
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VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 8: Wiring the dashboard to the rear DC command center #evconversion
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 7: Charging port, box and wiring #evconversion
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VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 7: Charging port, box and wiring #evconversion
Advanced Tankless Water Heater Maintenance Flush
zhlédnutí 5KPřed rokem
Advanced Tankless Water Heater Maintenance Flush
VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 6: Contactor Box and High Voltage Wiring #evconversion
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VW Bus Electric Conversion Part 6: Contactor Box and High Voltage Wiring #evconversion
Thank you, Scotty!
Very welcome!
"shutter" is the unit checking the cable tension
Yes. That is how I understand it too. You just worded it much better than I said it. Thanks for watching!
How do you get the temperature control lever off?
Are you referring to the main handle? There is no footage of the removal, but at 6:04 it is replaced by threading it on with the collar. Removal is the opposite obviously, but if it is on too tight, you may need a strap wrench to get it started.
Looking good Scotty ! Be driving soon !
Hi Scotty,Totally great work with the buss She looks fine & ready for tje first drive soon.Well-Don.Greetings.Hubertus.🙏🏻🇳🇴🇳🇱☮🍀👍🏻🇺🇸
How are these head beams working for you?
Since the car is not running yet, I don't have any road experience with them yet. I will give them a good review later. But here is the product: www.roughcountry.com/product/jeep-led-headlights-rch5000. I think they are a good value and come with a 3 year warranty.
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As a professional plumber, I have reported to CZcams to take down this video because it hurts my business!
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Does vinegar break down the pump inners?
I don't know. To be safe, I usually run a little water through the pump afterwards.
What's with the mask?
Mask? I think I wore one when mixing the concrete to keep from breathing the cement dust.
Great video. Thanks.
It would have helped if you could better cover removal of the door spring. The door spring is the MOST DIFFICULT piece to remove and re-adjust!
Yes, sorry. The footage I got was a little limited. Hope your fix went well.
Great job Scotty ! And a very good solution !!!
Hi Scotty, great progress👍🏻just now taking care of the wheels and you are ready for the road, looking forward for seeing you drive te bus🚌🙏🏻🇺🇸,Greetings.Hubertus🇳🇴🇳🇱☮🙏🏻🇺🇸
It’s funny to hear measurements in inches instead of metric.
😆 That makes sense. I don't know why the US can't just join the rest of the world and get on the metric system. Thanks for watching, Ian!
@@FixItScotty the UK where I am has its own hang ups over metric / imperial. We are 90% metric, but a large drink in a pub is still a pint and road sign distances are still miles. It would be a definite vote loser for any politician to try to turn them metric, so they won’t ever be changing. But I’m glad hardware measurements etc are mm over here.
This kind of video makes me feel happy about the internet. I just pulled my transaxle off of my 1973 bay this week and shipped it off to the folks at the repair shop. I am currently rebuilding my engine, but my eventual goal is to do an ev conversion like yours. I really appreciate your attention to detail about the differences in transaxels between different years. I absolutely love the amount of detail you give in your videos- youhave answered so many questions I had when pulling my transaxle just by going through everything step by step! Love your videos, keep up the great work!
Thanks so much for you kind words. I hope all goes well with your transaxle rebuild. If you end up doing an ev conversion like mine, you already have the best year transaxle for it. Thanks for watching!
Nice build Do you have plans for this ?
I don't have plans of my own, but in the video, the notes I used came from these plans that I modified: www.icreatables.com/sheds/10x12-B-backyard-shed-plans
Hi Scotty. The VW is looking great! For future projects with our gelcoat, we recommend using our two part primer, TotalProtect, rather than the one part primer. This could be a reason as to why the gelcoat had some streaks and was rough. If you have any questions about the application process, please give our tech line a call. They would be happy to assist with any questions!
Thanks for watching and for the advice! Either way, I am happier that I painted the top for a color match and the gelcoat made a great resurfacer and bonding coat for the paint to stick to. I am very happy with the result.
Amazing job Scotty, looks like brand new !!! Great attention to detail !
Thanks 👍
Great video Scotty, not sure how I missed this one but very informative, like a refrigeration lesson lol. Been a while but I did quite a bit of this in the past. Amazing that Vevor makes all this equipment. Well done !
What did it cost to get the foundation done?
For this project, I had a general contractor who coordinated the demo, foundation, and structure. I don't know the breakdown of just the foundation, unfortunately.
Hi Scotty, Nice work indeed👍🏻,soon you are driving the bus and go camping🌞🇺🇸.Greetings.Hubertus 🇳🇴🇳🇱🙏🏻☮🍀🇺🇸
Thanks Hubertus, the restoration is almost finished!
How much was the paints and other stuff like gel and primer?
Just expand the video description for links to all of the products I mentioned. The only product not in there is the Tamco AG series single stage automotive paint that I sprayed it with. Single stage automotive paint runs around $100 - 150/quart.
lovely work, i hope you will get very successful oneday bro.
Thank you so much 😀
Rheem recommended to me not use a pump greater than 1/4 hp (1050 cfm).
Good to know. Thanks for watching!
Do you have to close off your water softener system when you do the descaling/flush?
Nope. Since the maintenance valves isolate the water heater from the rest of the system, no other plumbing devices need to be bypassed or shut off.
Thank you!
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
you definitely needed z flashing, in time putting a piece of trim is just gonna make it rott faster.
I agree with you. However I did caulk the trim really well. Hopefully that will last a little while.
@@FixItScotty it should, anyway if it will make you feel any better, I did the same exact thing.
Where did you get your fasteners from? I’m doing a similar project and would like to do the same thing you did. Thank you for this video. It gave me a lot of confidence and it is nice to see the mistakes you made to try to avoid. Great work!!
Thanks for the kind words! The concrete post anchors are this product: www.menards.com/main/p-1444445502787-c-8825.htm. The joist hangars are these: www.menards.com/main/p-1444445489695-c-8843.htm. If I missed something, let me know. Thanks for watching.
Was that can of refrigerant with stop leak safe for high voltage electric/hybrid ac compressors? I hope I'm wrong but I think you might have contaminated your ac system and made it conductive, which can cause problems with internal shorts in the high voltage electric compressor , or high voltage isolation issues.
I have heard of special non-conductive coolant for EV motors or batteries. But I have never heard of restrictions on refrigerant for electric AC compressors, or of the possibility of the refrigerant causing a short. If you have a link or something that mentions this, let me know.
Soft copper tubing for ez bending. That shepherds hook looks real good. Blue loc tight works really well good once you find the leak.
Thanks for watching and for the info!
Thanks that's easier than I thought. Generally when cleaning brewery HE, we do a back flush. Wondering about that? TIA
I don't think backflushing is necessary unless the equipment has solids dissolved in the water flowing through it; like coffee or beer. I could be wrong. But I have only seen the advise from Rheem to do the flush as I showed in the direction of the flow. Thanks for watching!
@@FixItScotty thanks! I just ordered the pumps and hoses. I didn't know you were supposed to flush them so it's been 7 years! The igniter just went out so it's a good time to clean it.
Good explanations
good info. thanks!
Thanks! Out of curiosity, are you planning on using the Volt AC compressor in your Porsche conversion?
@@FixItScotty not planning on it. I guess that could change but don't have one
Hello! Chevrolet Volt 2017. After trying to recharge the air conditioner, the AC compressor does not start. The GSD2 scanner shows errors P1E00 and P0534. A/C Permission Data: Ambient Air Temperature (Filtered) = 29 °C A/C Low Side Pressure Sensor = 696 kPa A/C High Side Pressure Sensor - from 0 to 14 kPa A/C Compressor Clutch Inhibit Reason: "High Side Pressure Out of Range" What could be the problem? Could the pressure on the low pressure side be around 700 kPa and on the high pressure side 0 kPa? Should the pressure equalize when the air conditioning compressor is turned off? Or not? There is no leak. The sensors are OK. Thanks in advance!
When your AC compressor is off, like I showed at 24:27, the low side could be about 100 psi (or 700 kPa), and you should still have a little pressure in your high side. Once you start the car and run the AC, the low side pressure should come down to around 40 psi (275 kPa) and the high side should go up over 200 psi (1380 kPa). Since you are only building pressure on the low side, you could have a blockage in your evaporator or a faulty AC expansion valve. Or it could also be the compressor is not getting enabled. I believe on the Volt, the electric compressor is operated by the BECM? I believe there was a service bulletin on the BECM for all Gen2 volts. I had mine replaced last year.
@@FixItScotty Thanks for the answer! In my case the AC Compressor does not start due to low pressure on the high pressure side. Before starting the air conditioner, did you supply refrigerant from the high pressure side or did you supply refrigerant only from the low pressure side?
@@user-zd1xf8vn4i I only supplied refrigerant to the LOW side WHILE the compressor is running. Never charge the system with it off. You may be able to take your car to the dealership or service place to have them recover or pull out the refrigerant and confirm the compressor works. Then you can follow the steps in my video to do a complete charge.
Ingenius!!! Nice video sir!!
Hello this is helpful, btw did you post some plans from your video? I was curious about the details
I don't have framing plans of my own, but I used these plans as a guide (I modified for my door and window): www.icreatables.com/sheds/10x12-B-backyard-shed-plans
Absolutely great video can you share the make and model of new power motor
Thanks! There is a link directly to the product in the video description.
had mine a year now and every week it looses is limits setting have to reset, useless
That is terrible! I would get a warranty replacement if that happens. I have not experienced any issues yet, but mine is just under a year old. Hopefully Genie will help you get that resolved and it was just an isolated problem.
We’ve had our tankless hot water heater, made by Richmond for a year this month and I don’t think we would ever go back to a tank type water heater. I did the install the only thing I didn’t do was the gas one thing I do recommend is putting a one micron whole house filter that is my biggest recommendation with the tankless water heater have good whole house filtration
Can you show how to clean the air filter in this device?
I don't have an air filter, but I show in my advanced flush video how to clean the inlet water filter (if that is what you meant). czcams.com/video/CfC-WXNDnHo/video.html
Thanks bro doggy!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching.
Great video. I just purchased a new power unit last week after I connected all the wiring I tried to get it started but it didn’t work! What would you suggest me to do ! It only make small sounds but nothing is moving, would that be some air in it, will I have to keep it running for few minutes! Or wiring are connected wrong! Any suggestions would be great thank you 🙏🏻
If it's only making a small sound, I would confirm your power is connected properly. If the power unit is designed for 220v, confirm you have both hot wires with 110v between each wire and the ground or 220v across both hots. Even when I primed my unit, it was loud and shook from the torque, so my guess is you are missing something in the wiring.
I just have the P25A2 code only nothing else along with it. So just replace the sensor and that will fix it? Says it’s a speed wheel sensor not an ABS sensor. I clear the code and anytime I hit a bump in the road accessibility track and everything pops up when it rains. It comes back as well when I clear the codes.
I think I mentioned in this video that in a previous video (czcams.com/video/44su3MaCbqs/video.html), I already replaced the wheel hub. I still had the code after that, so I replaced the sensor in this video and the code finally stayed clear. It could be either the hub or the sensor or both. I can't tell you for sure which one, but if you can do it yourself, I would replace both.
What ever happened?
Thank you! I was able to do it myself. Pretty proud!😂
Nice! I'm proud of you too 😊
Very thorough video thanks , mines is still brand new but in a year gonna try this with out the expense of calling a plumber
Nice job Scotty cool bus gnarly awesome I’ve got a 7810 top camper that I’m working on and I’m following you like a like a glove nice day dude have a good one
Thanks so much for watching and your kind words. All the best on your bus repair/restoration!
Hey there great video. Im preparing to start this project on my '69 baywindow. Would you know if there's any difference in the process and parts between the late and early bays?
Thanks for watching! I am actually converting this '78 to electric drive and am using a '72 transmission. So the axles are basically the same throughout the years. The only thing that may be a little different is the bearings. I think the part numbers are different from 68-70 vs 71 and up. But they look very similar, so I image the process to install them is the same. But I am not a VW guru, so please ask for other opinions or look up information in thesamba.com. Good luck on your new project. Very exciting!
Nice job Scotty. It all looks good and makes it a bit more unique. If wife approves, thats even better !
Thanks! Yes, I am going for a custom look. Hope your restoration is going well!
@@FixItScotty Yes thanks
i Scotty🇺🇸, Nice work you make great progress👍🏻.well-done.🙏🏻Greetigs.Hubertus🇳🇱🍀🇳🇴☮🙏🏻🇺🇸
Thanks! Glad you liked it.