Might have stupid opinions but it got people looking and talking that much that it got this topic to 3 pages within a day??????
Might be a record???
Cheers
Dave
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Splits are NOT rare
ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!
1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 ·
not 3 pages yet
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Byronbus, how things change in a matter of weeks.
Didnt you e-mail me stating that you were willing to put a deposit on my bus only someone had beat you to it.?????
So there must be something in actually having a fully restored bus as you were after mine???
Cheers
Dave
Didnt you e-mail me stating that you were willing to put a deposit on my bus only someone had beat you to it.?????
So there must be something in actually having a fully restored bus as you were after mine???
Cheers
Dave
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Im hogging this a bit, but splits are my passion...the more on the road the bigger smile i have, fun getting a wave from a bay or a beetle, but soo much more fun trying to hang out the little slider on a split waving at another split driver, bloody hell i almost wet my pants...
Frenzix has a 65 panel, when weve finished replacing the rear floor and inner and outer sills and getting the ole girl safe and roadworthy (for less than a grand) for 5kish he will have a RUST FREE split...wahoo another smile coming your way...jeez another on the road...
VISIT www.dsk.com.au an aussie split site for split heads...
Frenzix has a 65 panel, when weve finished replacing the rear floor and inner and outer sills and getting the ole girl safe and roadworthy (for less than a grand) for 5kish he will have a RUST FREE split...wahoo another smile coming your way...jeez another on the road...
VISIT www.dsk.com.au an aussie split site for split heads...
helterskelter400 Fahrvergnugen
900 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
not big on the au chev.... let me know if you come across an immac za fairlaine thou....... or a xr fairmont xr falcon van. ute stat wagon...... get em... ge em
get em..... inna shed.... dont let them waste away...
get em..... inna shed.... dont let them waste away...
:thumb
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Haha dave...i was drunk...
But i dont deny that your bus was sweet, and if the semaphores hadnt been welded up, and a few other little things then i might have been interested...I would love a weekend cruiser, already have a dailly driver, for sure...restored, so all i needed to do was wax and enjoy...
I drive a split all day everyday, I dont have another car...a nice restored early example would look mighty fine in my gararge...so whats your point?
Pity it left Australia...nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by byronbus ]
But i dont deny that your bus was sweet, and if the semaphores hadnt been welded up, and a few other little things then i might have been interested...I would love a weekend cruiser, already have a dailly driver, for sure...restored, so all i needed to do was wax and enjoy...
I drive a split all day everyday, I dont have another car...a nice restored early example would look mighty fine in my gararge...so whats your point?
Pity it left Australia...nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by byronbus ]
crewcabconnection Being Sid James
1,922 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·
retires from the debate....pointless
Loves a lolcat
helterskelter400 Fahrvergnugen
900 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
not big on the au chev....
build a big dry shed, wiln looto and start putting all these classic peices of modern art away for future reference.
57... i remember your eks being trashed 'cause they were taking up room. this was late 70s, you copuld have had every two tone of wagon for pocket change......
almost dosent matter what you horde these days as ,ong as the shed is b i i i i g and dry....
let me know if you come across an immac za fairlaine thou....... or a xr fairmont xr falcon van. ute stat wagon...... get em... get em
get em..... inna shed.... dont let them waste away...
build a big dry shed, wiln looto and start putting all these classic peices of modern art away for future reference.
57... i remember your eks being trashed 'cause they were taking up room. this was late 70s, you copuld have had every two tone of wagon for pocket change......
almost dosent matter what you horde these days as ,ong as the shed is b i i i i g and dry....
let me know if you come across an immac za fairlaine thou....... or a xr fairmont xr falcon van. ute stat wagon...... get em... get em
get em..... inna shed.... dont let them waste away...
:thumb
BLUE_62 Wolfsburg Wizard
513 posts · joined Nov 2004 ·
I know the post is all about the mighty split window,
but i just thought i would share this, seeing someone above,
Not naming names, seems to obsesed with the XR era. :thumb
This one belongs to a good mate of mine. Was his father
inlaws XER. Originally a 1967 XR 500, it now has front and
rear disc brakes, simmons 16" alloy wheels,
retrimmed XR fairmont intereor with front buckets, and a
nice old 289 V8 motor under the bonnet coupled with a cruise-o-matic auto.
It has all been done in taste and good will, oh, the odometer is reading a
mere 106,000 original miles. Original 6 being replaced with
and original 8 @ 95,000 miles when aquired. Has done
11,000 miles in the last 8 years. Original paint too. 🙂
but i just thought i would share this, seeing someone above,
Not naming names, seems to obsesed with the XR era. :thumb
This one belongs to a good mate of mine. Was his father
inlaws XER. Originally a 1967 XR 500, it now has front and
rear disc brakes, simmons 16" alloy wheels,
retrimmed XR fairmont intereor with front buckets, and a
nice old 289 V8 motor under the bonnet coupled with a cruise-o-matic auto.
It has all been done in taste and good will, oh, the odometer is reading a
mere 106,000 original miles. Original 6 being replaced with
and original 8 @ 95,000 miles when aquired. Has done
11,000 miles in the last 8 years. Original paint too. 🙂
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1958 Beetle, 1966 VW Beetle, 1996 Holden Statesman!
Its an obsesion for engines and fuel.... 😏
Its an obsesion for engines and fuel.... 😏
BLUE_62 Wolfsburg Wizard
513 posts · joined Nov 2004 ·
One more, lovely old 289 V8......,
Just to touch on some other things, lets not look at this
post as being a negative or a positive, but more a mutral
opertunity to discuss opinions and attitudes towards
different things. I agree that it is these sort of topics that
do create a little debate, but they also certainly create
an enjoyable forum to browse. Look at the hit rate on this
topic, its got things booming again. Its nice to see peoples
rides, and what they are doing, but nothing beats a good
old debate about something trivial, and if your all discusted
by it, why so many returned visits and posts?
You all enjoy the opertunity, dont deny it! :P :thumb
Just to touch on some other things, lets not look at this
post as being a negative or a positive, but more a mutral
opertunity to discuss opinions and attitudes towards
different things. I agree that it is these sort of topics that
do create a little debate, but they also certainly create
an enjoyable forum to browse. Look at the hit rate on this
topic, its got things booming again. Its nice to see peoples
rides, and what they are doing, but nothing beats a good
old debate about something trivial, and if your all discusted
by it, why so many returned visits and posts?
You all enjoy the opertunity, dont deny it! :P :thumb
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1958 Beetle, 1966 VW Beetle, 1996 Holden Statesman!
Its an obsesion for engines and fuel.... 😏
Its an obsesion for engines and fuel.... 😏
frenzix Son of Jim - Creator of Good
2,742 posts · joined Dec 2003 ·
WHY THE HELL IS THERE PICTURES OF FORDS AND HOLDENS ON HERE? Next Dave will be saying that old holdens are rare, when he's got one. 😉 .
ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!
1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 ·
here here:beerBLUE_62 wrote:One more, lovely old 289 V8......,
Just to touch on some other things, lets not look at this
post as being a negative or a positive, but more a mutral
opertunity to discuss opinions and attitudes towards
different things. I agree that it is these sort of topics that
do create a little debate, but they also certainly create
an enjoyable forum to browse. Look at the hit rate on this
topic, its got things booming again. Its nice to see peoples
rides, and what they are doing, but nothing beats a good
old debate about something trivial, and if your all discusted
by it, why so many returned visits and posts?
You all enjoy the opertunity, dont deny it! :P :thumb
ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!
1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 ·
If Splitty's were rare why are companies like Schofields and Creative making new parts. If they were that rare they wouldn't sell a lot.
What is rare is the type of person that wants to drive one.
What is rare is the type of person that wants to drive one.
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
810 views in 2 days.
Blue 62 hit the nail on the head.
Most topics I start are done so that we can get back to having discussions.
But some see them as excuses to have a go at others.
Who said the art of conversation was dead.
I have never had a go at anyone.
As far as I know I have only ever upset one person and I sorted that out with her ages ago
I have lasted about as long as I can.
I have felt like this for a while but have given it a few chances.
I now know why others who have been on here for years have gone.
I just thought I would do one last good post as I intend to have a break from this site for a while. It has changed over the years and it seems that i cant post my opinions, without someone turning it into a free for all.
I thought a forum was so that we could each have a say,
but it seems that if you dont think like others they have a go??
The new project arrives in a couple of weeks as does our new baby.
So I will not have time to come on here as much as I used to.
I have been on here almost every day since it started and I think it is time for a change.
I will be on tomorrow as 62 deluxe is going to post some pics of his splitty.
I will visit kombiclub.com and see how that goes.
Cheers
Davenn[ Edited on 18-7-2005 by 57kombi ]nn[ Edited on 18-7-2005 by 57kombi ]
Blue 62 hit the nail on the head.
Most topics I start are done so that we can get back to having discussions.
But some see them as excuses to have a go at others.
Who said the art of conversation was dead.
I have never had a go at anyone.
As far as I know I have only ever upset one person and I sorted that out with her ages ago
I have lasted about as long as I can.
I have felt like this for a while but have given it a few chances.
I now know why others who have been on here for years have gone.
I just thought I would do one last good post as I intend to have a break from this site for a while. It has changed over the years and it seems that i cant post my opinions, without someone turning it into a free for all.
I thought a forum was so that we could each have a say,
but it seems that if you dont think like others they have a go??
The new project arrives in a couple of weeks as does our new baby.
So I will not have time to come on here as much as I used to.
I have been on here almost every day since it started and I think it is time for a change.
I will be on tomorrow as 62 deluxe is going to post some pics of his splitty.
I will visit kombiclub.com and see how that goes.
Cheers
Davenn[ Edited on 18-7-2005 by 57kombi ]nn[ Edited on 18-7-2005 by 57kombi ]
twoguns simply aircooled
4,275 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
i agree... geez tim, thats two.
should post a report saying that this thread is containing offensive material. not fit for viewing on AVD😁.
should post a report saying that this thread is containing offensive material. not fit for viewing on AVD😁.
Simply Cruzin'...
helbus Administrator Mad fabricator, paint and body
7,386 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·
I have seen tons of splits. Usually and unfortunatley above tradies beltline. My eyes. My eyes. They burn!
vwtyp2 Son of Jim - Creator of Good
2,504 posts · joined Sep 2003 ·
the $$ sums on restoring a Splitty, or any car for that matter are simple.
If you want it to have it look like a new car, you have to be prepared to spend new car price.
If you want it to have it look like a new car, you have to be prepared to spend new car price.
Most people seem normal, till you get to know them.
squizy Thinking about another dub...maybe
4,082 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·
To me, no matter what the arguement, whether it's restored or rat, or unroadworthy, every one is to be cherished, enjoyed, and smiled at......
This below, bought the biggest smile to my face at the Nats, all because it was still being enjoyed at any cost. And that's what it's about. :kiss
This below, bought the biggest smile to my face at the Nats, all because it was still being enjoyed at any cost. And that's what it's about. :kiss
Purple Martin Fahrvergnugen
913 posts · joined Feb 2003 ·
Now THAT is rat! 😁
1959 red & white Beetle
1975 Kombi camper
1975 Kombi camper
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Thats the dsk split, boy did we cop some flack over that...
Some thought it was disrespectful to the ole girl...another person on here thought it was better to take any good bits and crush it...but the dsk boys continue to enjoy her...
www.dsk.com.au
Some thought it was disrespectful to the ole girl...another person on here thought it was better to take any good bits and crush it...but the dsk boys continue to enjoy her...
www.dsk.com.au
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Haha, I just read some production figures, these things are bloody rare...
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Haha, see ya dave, we'll miss ya lol
ClassicVW(pacific) Custom Title Time!
1,627 posts · joined Jul 2004 ·
I think what Dave was saying is that that is not a 'Rat', as its not registered nor is it driven (I am guessing here), its probably more a project. A 'Rat' is generally given to a VW thats on the road but keeps its old 'patina'
I can see why it may be classed as disrespectful to other rat owners and/or other splitty owners.
There are people out there that have spent $20,000 plus on making there bus a 'Rat' look and would spin heads for the right reasons. This bus was probably laughed at for all the wrong reasons
This would look an awesome bus if you repaired the rot and kept it on the road for future generations, whether iot be as a 'Rat' or restored.
Thats only my opinion
nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]
I can see why it may be classed as disrespectful to other rat owners and/or other splitty owners.
There are people out there that have spent $20,000 plus on making there bus a 'Rat' look and would spin heads for the right reasons. This bus was probably laughed at for all the wrong reasons
This would look an awesome bus if you repaired the rot and kept it on the road for future generations, whether iot be as a 'Rat' or restored.
Thats only my opinion
nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]
62deluxe Custom Title Time!
1,718 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
Dave really is a nice bloke when you meet him!:thumbnn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by 62deluxe ]
62deluxe Custom Title Time!
1,718 posts · joined Nov 2002 ·
Honest!nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by 62deluxe ]
winerot Custom Title Time!
1,340 posts · joined Aug 2004 ·
hey 62 i put a post up about this job with posting
a lot of pics on a daily base are you applying for the pos
that was left open when 57 sold
a lot of pics on a daily base are you applying for the pos
that was left open when 57 sold
byronbus dsk
4,204 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
You're right, people were upset because they spent 1000's of dollars on their cars and no one noticed, because everyone was looking at the dsk split...ClassicVW(pacific) wrote:I think what Dave was saying is that that is not a 'Rat', as its not registered nor is it driven (I am guessing here), its probably more a project. A 'Rat' is generally given to a VW thats on the road but keeps its old 'patina'
I can see why it may be classed as disrespectful to other rat owners and/or other splitty owners.
There are people out there that have spent $20,000 plus on making there bus a 'Rat' look and would spin heads for the right reasons. This bus was probably laughed at for all the wrong reasons
This would look an awesome bus if you repaired the rot and kept it on the road for future generations, whether iot be as a 'Rat' or restored.
Thats only my opinion
nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]nn[ Edited on 19-7-2005 by ClassicVW(pacific) ]
VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good
2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 ·
haha Bruce your a class act,
whats the friggin problem here,
you have your splitty, you do what the hell you want with it (not directed at anyone paticular)
i have my splitty and i will do what the hell i want with mine
just get on with it
geeese this is getting real boring ay
Anyway, split are not rare as the post is ment for, i have 8 and i know a mate who has 27 of them, further more i know where there are 5 more
you go and find me a 1975 Audi 80/100 coupe, now thats friggen rare,
Andy
.nn[ Edited on 19-7-05 by VolksFolks ]
whats the friggin problem here,
you have your splitty, you do what the hell you want with it (not directed at anyone paticular)
i have my splitty and i will do what the hell i want with mine
just get on with it
geeese this is getting real boring ay
Anyway, split are not rare as the post is ment for, i have 8 and i know a mate who has 27 of them, further more i know where there are 5 more
you go and find me a 1975 Audi 80/100 coupe, now thats friggen rare,
Andy
.nn[ Edited on 19-7-05 by VolksFolks ]
They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.
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Coxy Seriously Crusin Dubber
120 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·
Anyway, split are not rare as the post is ment for, i have 8 and i know a mate who has 27 of them, further more i know where there are 5 more
i'm looking for a $2k splitty if anyone knows of any for sale.
i'm looking for a $2k splitty if anyone knows of any for sale.
VolksFolks Son of Jim - Creator of Good
2,869 posts · joined Dec 2003 ·
They laugh because You are different, You laugh because They are all the same.
check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..
check out www.lowlight.com.au for low lights only..