The "reputable" shop estimate for Buster the Bus just keeps getting crazier. Today, we’re talking about the brakes on my 1973 VW Westfalia. The quote for a brake booster alone was a staggering $3,800. Instead of writing that check, I rolled up my sleeves (and did a lot of part-hunting). I managed to do the entire brake system—not just the booster—for only $267. I’m 60 years old, I’m learning as I go, and I’m proving that owning a vintage VW doesn't have to break the bank if you’re willing to do the research yourself. In this video, I’m breaking down the cost difference and why it’s so important to get a second opinion (or just do it yourself!). What’s in this video: The breakdown of the $3,800 brake estimate. How I sourced parts for the entire system for under $300. Encouragement for fellow Westy owners to take control of their repairs. #VWBus #1973Westfalia #BrakeBooster #BudgetRestoration #BusterTheBus #WomenWhoRepair #VWType2 #AircooledVW #DIYBrakes

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Owning an Island Packet Sailboat ... There's nothing like it! Full Vid: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcast17 Cap'n Tinsley talks to the owner who sails and charters his 2020 Island Packet 349 sailboat in Panama City Beach, FL. Follow at @saltyabandon on FB, YT, Insta. Take a sail down to the Gulf Coast with Cap'n Tinsley to discuss the world of sailing including Island Packet Sailboats. SALTY ABANDON is Cap'n Tinsley & First Mate Salty Scotty from Orange Beach, AL. Oct 2020 to Present - 1998 Island Packet 320; Nov 2015-Oct 2020; Island Packet 27 Feb-Oct 2015 - 1982 Catalina 25 SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central: https://youtube.com/@SVSaltyAbandon https://www.facebook.com/saltyabandon Salty Podcast Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/SaltyPodcastPlaylist SUPPORT THE PODCAST? http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon. AFFILIATE LINKS: Please consider ordering from these affiliate links (commissions may be earned): CREATE A LIVESTREAM? Check out StreamYard: Https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608 Tube Buddy Channel Tools: https://www.tubebuddy.com/pricing?a=SaltyAbandon MY PODCAST GEAR: Rodecaster Pro II Podcast Console: https://amzn.to/49nZ2o9 Shure Podcast Mic: https://amzn.to/49ndAoI Insta360Link AI Cam: https://amzn.to/49IuKNb Mic Boom: https://amzn.to/42RGb2T Ring Light: https://amzn.to/3T49Rqn Green Screen: https://amzn.to/3UOSECK Podcast Desk: https://amzn.to/42Nsfac #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #sailboat #islandpacket #panamacitybeach #FL #charter #emeraldcoast

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3-Second Knots - The Artillery Loop - First Person The Resourceful Sailor www.sailingwithjosh.com The artillery loop is the same as the harness loop.

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