Restoration Beetle 1965 questions

Blue65 Officially Full-On Dubber

298 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 7 May 2009, 6:13 pm

#711038

Hi,

I've got a VW beetle 1965 model. I've put in a new engine, new gear box, new wheels, new rims, new suspension, and I'm wondering whether there is someone familiar with VW restoration around the Doncaster East area or somewhere close by - who I could talk to and ask advice on more restoration questions. If you're interested please send me a private message and I could arrange a visit.

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Owner of a 1964 VW Beetle, 1641cc engine, etc..

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 7 May 2009, 6:19 pm

#711042

What is it that you want to restore I have done several 65 models

looks like you have done the easy bits and are looking for body work stuff ???

I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true

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Blue65 Officially Full-On Dubber

298 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 7 May 2009, 8:48 pm

#711090

Yes, there is a little bit of rust here and there. I'm a stage where I don't have much money but have a lot of time on my hands. I don't have access to a workshop though.

Not really too sure how to proceed ahead.

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Owner of a 1964 VW Beetle, 1641cc engine, etc..

silver Dangerous when poked

2,169 posts · joined Dec 2002 · 7 May 2009, 8:57 pm

#711092

Brakes??

Keeping it real !

Blue65 Officially Full-On Dubber

298 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 7 May 2009, 9:04 pm

#711095

I guess to be a little bit more detailed. The carpet needs to be replaced. Some rust spots need to be attended to. A respray would then be in order. And new front seats would probably be good. And a new muffler. It sounds too loud for the ladies at the moment.

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Owner of a 1964 VW Beetle, 1641cc engine, etc..