[T3] Finally going to start restoring my 69 fastback

[Ron Bechdolt <ron@bechdolt.net>]

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I've been on this list for a couple years, mainly an observer, really 
have learned a tremendous amount of helpful information and finally feel 
I am ready to start restoring the 1969 fastback that has been sitting in 
my garage (while the newer cars weathered outside).  I towed it home 
from a salvage yard in South Dakota 2 1/2 years ago, body is really very 
intact and I've collected all the parts that were not.  Only rust is 
along the rocker panels and it's not all that bad.  I've even managed to 
collect a spare running engine and tranny.  I practically have two of 
everything I need.

This will be a real labor of love for me as my very first car ever, back 
in 1974, was a 1969 squareback I only had for one year which I recall 
caring for greater than any car I've ever owned.  I always wanted 
another one and the fastback just seemed a little more sporty so I was 
immediately attracted to it. 

After 30 years without a VW, sidetracked by a family, mortgage, etc., 
I'm now totally addicted to VW's and even serve on the board of our 
local Omaha VW Club.  I've bought seven VW's in the last couple of 
years, but am down to four now: 70 Deluxe Bus (daily driver), 72 Westy, 
72 Super Beetle and the fastback. 

I've never done a total restoration before and want to thank all of you 
in advance for all I have learned here and for help I hope to get when I 
run into trouble.  Hope to meet many of you at future shows as this 
fastback needs to get out of the garage and out where it can be enjoyed 
and appreciated.

Thanks,

Ron Bechdolt
Omaha, NE

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