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1963 ragtop beetle project - gone to a new home

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dangerous 23 Windows of Awesome

5,901 posts · joined Jan 2005 ·

#521477
Wow that is a surprise Alan!?
I was hopeing to see you run at Warwick...perhaps you can put that
Type Four in something else?
How did the new cooling system go on the long trip to Nambucca?
westi wrote:That's mad Alan.

crewcabconnection Being Sid James

1,922 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·

#521481
is it just me who missed the phone call? - lets hope the new owner's missus poo poos that ideas and we all get another shot at the title....

I reckon this has been the best thread I've read on a VW site (a close second is the mad pom in ssvc with his barnie) ... and probably the single most thread thats inspired so many in the last year or so....

thanks for all the good times.! and best luck with the new venture. Now please let ME know when the Ghia is in line for selling ... I want it.
Loves a lolcat

063bug

0 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#521499
Awesome picture dumone......


..... Dasdubber running through the rain.....

dumone wrote:

063bug

0 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#521511
More pics....

[ Edited on 12-8-2006 by 063bug ]

[ Edited on 12-8-2006 by 063bug ]

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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#521687
dangerous wrote:Wow that is a surprise Alan!?
I was hopeing to see you run at Warwick...perhaps you can put that
Type Four in something else?
How did the new cooling system go on the long trip to Nambucca?
Hey Dave, I too was wishing I could run it at Warwick, but I'll still be there in a volksie of some sort (may just be a little slow!). I'll give more details once the handover takes place (as part of the sale is another VW). Re. the DTM cooling system I am well impressed with its function - before it was pushing 220F at times but now it doesn't get over 190F which is comforting!
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#521689
crewcabconnection wrote:is it just me who missed the phone call? - lets hope the new owner's missus poo poos that ideas and we all get another shot at the title....

I reckon this has been the best thread I've read on a VW site (a close second is the mad pom in ssvc with his barnie) ... and probably the single most thread thats inspired so many in the last year or so....

thanks for all the good times.! and best luck with the new venture. Now please let ME know when the Ghia is in line for selling ... I want it.
Cheers Dean, thanks for the kind words. The buyer has handed over the cheque already so no turning back now :P

I never really thought about selling it until the buyer approached me. We can do with the cash right now whilst establishing my business (Pacific Hearing - at Westfield shopping centre, Helensvale).....plug plug. So it was just good timing and a win-win for both of us.
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koolkarmakombi enkarmarising

2,078 posts · joined Jun 2003 ·

#521832
WHAT ARE YOU DOING?

mate I think you need help....

You realise the yardstick you have set for yourself?

Good luck with the business 🙂

kkk
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#521843
Cheers kkk.....I see the rag as a learning experience - although not every resto I do will be to its extent, it was an opportunity to make the next "full resto" even better with the things I've learned along the way. 😵
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BiX Veteran Volks Folk

2,499 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·

#521847
At least the majority of the VW community will always remember it as your car. But i suppose its all part of a bigger plan. Though i would find it tough to part with a car of that quaility without something better in the pipeline.......
I have no sympathy for my car, only the wallet that pays for it!
Go hard or go home!!!!

Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522114
Thanks Drew. 👍

The engine exchange continued today - the type IV was pulled out as in pic 1....and mostly disassembled in readiness for whatever it will end up in next...

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Volkswagenboy Staggers Automotive.

2,437 posts · joined Jul 2005 ·

#522115
I'm heartbroken Alan.
-Staggers.
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522116
The 1916 was prepared on the stand then dropped onto the jack before being slotted into place. Tomorrow hopefully the carbs will go on and maybe linkage....but we'll see how time goes!

The serpentine pulley system is really nice, I think I'll run one next time I have a type I engine!

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malcolm Insano Dub Head

812 posts · joined Nov 2004 ·

#522122
can,t wait to see your next project .can I send you 1 up to finnish.😀

Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522193
malcolm wrote:can,t wait to see your next project .can I send you 1 up to finnish.😀
No probs Malcolm, but I warn you my hourly rate aint cheap :P
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BenettonVW Administrator AVD Forum Founder

3,125 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522385
Well Alan, you've surprised me with the sale, but I think that your skills have been well documented on this thread, and quite frankly, would've been a shame to stop at one car.

If nothing else, you've earnt mile deep respect and a lot of friends through admiration. Congrats and respect...

THE LOWEST WITH THE MOSTEST BLING BLING WINS!!

Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522528
Cheers Jim, thanks for the kind words! I think I have figured out I enjoy the build just as much, if not more than the finished product....so I am sure there will be more restos as the years go by!
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71superbug The Itch Itcher

1,184 posts · joined May 2004 ·

#522627
alan. if you get a chance before its handed over to drive it with the 1916 would you be able to let me know how it goes compared to the 2litre t4?

is the 1916 a 'hipo' spec motor?


Anthony

Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522678
Nah, 1916 is definitely not hi-po - standard 1600 heads with minimal if any port work, very mild cam....essentially a 1600 with bigger p&c's. I think it should still be fun whilst being nice and reliable. Will report back once I get it going.
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pete wood 23 Windows of Awesome

6,828 posts · joined Jan 2004 ·

#522683
That typ4 wouldn't be getting a lumpy cam, big ol heads and some EFI before going in a certain split would it. hint hint. 😉

BTW, Shame to see the ragtop go, but I understand and it makes financial sense. Besides, you can't sit still long enough to leave things alone, so better to sell it and invest in another restoration before you pull it apart again and sink more money into it.
"stoopid is stronger than axles"
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522827
pete wood wrote:That typ4 wouldn't be getting a lumpy cam, big ol heads and some EFI before going in a certain split would it. hint hint. 😉
Nah Pete, the type IV will probably end up in another "project" which I won't divulge just yet. I have an engine already for the split - not VW or porsche but still aircooled (pretty easy to figure out from those clues I'd imagine!). 😁
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dangerous 23 Windows of Awesome

5,901 posts · joined Jan 2005 ·

#522834
Corvair? Nnnoooooooooooooooooo!!!




"Not that there is anything wrong with that..."

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westi wrote:That's mad Alan.

dangerous 23 Windows of Awesome

5,901 posts · joined Jan 2005 ·

#522849
Tatra V8?
westi wrote:That's mad Alan.

modulus Veteran Volks Folk

2,009 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#522857
Citroen 2CV?
Briggs & Stratton?
Victa?
Peter Hill
1975 Type 2 Double Cab
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#522894
dangerous wrote:Corvair? Nnnoooooooooooooooooo!!!

"Not that there is anything wrong with that.."

[ Edited on 15-8-2006 by dangerous ]
That's right Dave, you are correct....there is nothing wrong with that! :P Gotta be a little different! (but who knows, plans might change by the time I get around to installing an engine into the splitty!)
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LUFTMEISTER Veteran Volks Folk

2,041 posts · joined Jul 2005 ·

#522935
Make sure you read that handy hint book by Ralph Nader if you get a chance.🥲
Customer service is not dead in Australia.

Always after HAZET & MATRA & VW factory tools

dangerous 23 Windows of Awesome

5,901 posts · joined Jan 2005 ·

#523092
Bill Fisher, who wrote "How to Hotrod VW Engines" back in '69,
also wrote one for the "Nader's Nightmare".
Huge potential, if you have access to the parts.

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westi wrote:That's mad Alan.

pete wood 23 Windows of Awesome

6,828 posts · joined Jan 2004 ·

#523127
Non VW engine in a splitty? YEAH! finally someone has a freakin spine!!!!! 👍

Can't wait to see what you have in store. 👍

BTW, you may be snubbed by DSK for doing it. :P
"stoopid is stronger than axles"
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Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#523322
Nah I'm sure they'll embrace it - they are pretty open minded individuals :thumb I enjoy my time on dsk just as much as AVD
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