JBugs Video Series

1971 VW Super Beetle - Heater Channel Removal:

Body Chassis

Video Overview:

When we first started working on our 1971 Super Beetle we noticed a bit of rust in the left side heater channel. The more and more work we did, the more rust we discovered so as opposed to patching most of the channel we decided to remove the entire piece and replace it. Follow along with our tech as he cuts, grinds and tears out the old rusted heater channel.

Vehicle prep: 0:46
Door frame heater channel removal: 1:24
Front quarter section heater channel removal: 1:40
Heater channel duct removal: 2:48
Rear heater channel removal: 4:00


Video Tips:

Tools used in this video:

Sawzall
Angle Grinder
Wire Wheel
Cut Off Disc
Grinding Disc
Flap Wheel Sanding Disc
Pocket Knife
Hammer
Chisel
Drill
5/16" Drill Bit
Vice Grips