VW Bus Restoration - Episode 81 - Hawaii or Bust! | MicBergsma

Welcome to episode 81 of our 1967 VW Bus restoration YouTube Series! Don't forget to leave a 'like' on the video, and subscribe, to support this channel! :) Mahalo!

L I N K S

FOLLOW KONA THE BUS LINKS (Our VW Bus):

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Huge THANK YOU to those for helping with Kona! Check them out below:

~WEST COAST CLASSIC INTERIORS (upholstery)
~VINTAGE CAR LEDS (LED headlight)
~AIRCOOLED ACCESSORIES (aluminum handles)
~CUSTOMLED (Blinker genie 2)
~OPT7 LIGHTING (Interior LED lights)
~AIRCOOLED AUTO ELEC (custom wiring loom)
~RETRO SOUNDS (radio system)
~VLEDS (Backup light)
~ WOLFGANG INTERNATIONAL (safari windows / steering box / mid mount)
~WAGENSWEST (Lowering / suspension parts)
~KOCH'S (steering wheel restoration)
~ BUTTY'S BITS (Throttle Cable Guide Roller Kit / Throttle Kit)
~ PPG (Auto paints)
~ GRUMPY'S METAL (21/23 window conversion / deluxe trim kit)
~ WEST COAST WIPERS (Wiper service / restoration)
~ SUBLIME CLASSIC RESTORATIONS (Gas tank)
~ JEREMY ROCK JOCK (Tow Hitch)
~ VINTAGE SPEED (Muffler)
~ WEST COAST METRIC (seals / parts / bumper)
~ F2 PERFORMANCE SUPPLY (Oil cooler)
~ BBT (Metal doors)
~ EASTWOOD COMPANY (tools / paints)
~ SKINNER CLASSICS (mentor / hospitality)
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About MicBergsma:
Aloha! My channel is a 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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VW Bus Restoration - Episode 81 - Hawaii or Bust! | MicBergsma

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[johnnycoleman]

Boy! That breaks my heart when you say goodbye to your family at the airport!!! I hope Kona will be okay without any problems to Hawaii. I was at Hawaii three times. Love it! Looking forward to the next Episode. God blessed you and your beautiful family.

[kevinthomas]

Wow, #Konathebus looks so amazing all decked out. I even got emotional watching it get dropped off and saying goodbye to your parents. Can't wait to see the video of yall driving Kona around Hawaii!!! Congratulations from Texas!!

[Kingdomoffools]

Mitch and Lori, what an amazing journey and an amazing episode.

I’ve followed Kona’s build since Ep 1 and have shared your excitement, disappointments and frustrations during building this amazing bus.

Well done to you both and I can’t wait to see what happens on the next episode of Kona in Hawaii.

Definitely one of the most amazing and heartfelt VW builds I’ve ever seen.

[multirotormanish]

I could feel the heaviness leaving Kona at the Port. Even heavier leaving Mom and Dad. Looking forward to seeing Kona in Hawaii and new adventures with it. Well done!!! My dream is to some day own a split window bus. You are an inspiration Lori and Mic. Much love

[jawadnimer]

He never gives up. I believe that all 81 episodes so far are references for anyone who wants to restore Volkswagen buses.
Good luck

[debbiehughes]

What a Journey! I feel blessed to have watched from the beginning. I couldn't wait for each video to come out. It is bitter sweet to see the restoration come to an end but I am so happy for you both. I can only imagine how much fun the two of you have had with Kona these last 2 years. Kona is a beauty.

[GeorgeWalker-hgyt]

What a beautiful job you all did, 😂your parents place is a dream 💖, wish you all the best, 💞I'm praying for you 🙏 that you don't have anymore rust problems, have fun God bless 🙏

[deanrobinson]

Wow, you pair are the luckiest ever, Kona looks fantastic!! The blue is awesome, such a shame you had to finish it off yourselves after been given a half finished piece back! I was emotional for you too when you left your dad, treasure that hug forever! Love to you both x

[KH]

Family is everything!! Your family is amazing. the love and support is definitely very special. It must have been difficult to not only say goodbye to them, but to give up control over Kona for the shipping process. I'm looking forward to seeing video of her cruising the Maui roads.

[derekwalters]

Mic gotta say even though you got the run around, you had excellent help with the interior, the finishing touches you and Lori with help from dad, mom and others put together as Dave Kindig would say One Bitchin’ Ride. Kona turned out super sweet and when I saw the two of you having a hard time saying goodbye at the Port of Seattle for her trip to Hawaii I thought “ I don’t blame you “ the blood, the sweat and the tears putting her back together I wouldn’t want to say goodbye either.

[RogierYou]

Mich is the most animated and nicest guy on the internet ❤

[bryancooper]

Well after 80 episodes to restore and get running. Plus one more to get her shipped. It has been an adventure. Enjoy the VW bus to the fullest. Bring on 82

[hardlightme]

Wows, bro! FRIKKIN BEAUTIFUL CLEAN RESTORATION! And i love your SOUL! rock on, crazy diamond! Thanks especially for teaching your (wonderful) english w the subs!

[michaelaldredge-greenwell]

Oh…what a wonderful, sweet journey it’s been; full of excitement, joy, happiness, stress, sadness, love, adventure, & fun. This is bittersweet here. I’m both happy and sad beautiful Lady Kona will be going home with you guys, &, I’m not the only one who would like to see continuation videos of you all over in Hawaii, and the continuing adventures of fabulous Lady Kona! I’m crying here, & it feels as if I’m saying goodbye to old friends. All my love & good wishes to you all. Please keep up the continuing adventures of Kona!! Much love

[southernpaths]

Amazing to see this chapter of your lives coming to an end. I first started watching your videos when we were in vacation at the beach in 2019(?) and here we are about to go again this week, lol!! Kona is gorgeous, y’all did a great job… now it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor!

[laurenpuckett]

Aww Kona is gonna travel alone without you Ha!.. You have a beautiful family.. Enjoy a new journey with Kona when land at Maui Hawaii!!

[outdooraf]

This has been an amazing journey. Thank you for taking us all along

[SNAZ]

Well, the Kona project is coming to an end in about a month it looks like. I wish you both all the best life has to offer you. It has been a real joy watching you build that beautiful little bus. Lotsa Love ❤ 🫶🏻🤟🏻

[KameramannPeterKlein]

The most beautiful story I have ever seen here on YouTube.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed that he arrives safely...!
Greetings from Germany...

[chrissingewald]

Fantastic video again, last jears i watch them al
The bus is chanced from rustbucket into an incredible piece of art!!!