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andrewmurphy Officially Full-On Dubber

307 posts · joined Jul 2005 ·

#980036
dangerous wrote:Towing with that blue Kombi I think.
It has an 1835, that should be enough no, Rod?
Just upgrade to 1915.....should be good then!

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#980039
I have yet to decide if I will use the back door as a ramp

Yep do that for sure Rod will save lugging 2 ramps around and will be lighter in the long run
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true


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Sides Veteran Volks Folk

2,220 posts · joined May 2007 ·

#980085
vw54 wrote:
I have yet to decide if I will use the back door as a ramp

Yep do that for sure Rod will save lugging 2 ramps around and will be lighter in the long run
Ooo ooo - can I guess "Hummer H3, 6.2 L LS2 V8... that's then been tweaked".

Yes Rod - as you know I'm envious of your tow veh...

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nbturbo Veteran Volks Folk

2,171 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·

#980112
"Yes Rod - as you know I'm envious of your tow veh..."



Wouldn't mind betting you would think differently if you had to pay at each fuel stop - it's a very "thirsty camel"

LIFE IN THE LOW LANE All people have the right to stupidity but some abuse the pr

2,534 posts · joined Mar 2007 ·

#980115
andrewmurphy wrote:
dangerous wrote:Towing with that blue Kombi I think.
It has an 1835, that should be enough no, Rod?
Just upgrade to 1915.....should be good then!
Steroids motor with twin plug set up?
ACCEPT THAT SOME DAYS YOU ARE THE PIDGEON AND SOME DAYS YOU ARE THE STATUE

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humpty Bishop of Volkswagenism

3,336 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·

#980122
LIFE IN THE LOW LANE wrote:
andrewmurphy wrote:
dangerous wrote:Towing with that blue Kombi I think.
It has an 1835, that should be enough no, Rod?
Just upgrade to 1915.....should be good then!
Steroids motor with twin plug set up?
Hahahahhahaa..... Funny guy.
FUCH your early!

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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#980130
I will still use the H2 at the moment and I will probably bring a turbo diesel Dodge Ram back with me when I am in the US again in June . I didn't get much done today as the parts I wanted aren't here yet . I decided to start making some overhead aluminium cabinets for storage . These will be sheeted in the aluminium composite that is also used for the internal lining . I also put the new toolbox in place that will be permanently mounted and accessed from the outside of the trailer with the aid of some slides . I am hoping the slides will arrive tomorrow . I have worked out that I have 375 kg's of steel in the trailer so far , ROD.

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1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#980951
I finally had all of the axles and suspension parts turn up this week so I had something productive to do . I have mounted the springs to a 6 mm plate that was welded between 2 of the 50 mm box sections . I also added a 50 x 25 mm to join the rails that added some extra strength to the mounting plates . I have positioned the centre axle 125 mm to the rear of the centre line of the trailer . I have found that in the past this seems to work well , ROD.

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2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#981003
👍 great story n pics
thanks Rodney
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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981060
Today I ended up making some inner mudguards and have them all finished and welded into place . I started with a sheet of 1.6 mm steel plate and had it cut into strips and folded as I needed . I have then welded the ends onto them to make it easier to install . I decided to fold the rearward ends for the guards for more strength and looks . The front of the guards will end up against the inner cabinets that cover the toolbox and generator . The guards were stitch welded to the frame rails near the springs and to the outer rails on top of the wheels , ROD.

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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981061
Here are the installed guards . I still have a 1.8 m floor space between the guards , ROD.

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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981421
Today I spent all day on small fiddly shit . I have mounted the toolbox and the generator onto the slide frames I made and all seems to work well at this stage , ROD.

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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981422
I also made the front access door , ROD.

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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981424
I now have the polished aluminium 3 mm propeller plate flooring and have cut it to size . I have made the small door frames for the toolbox and generator but am unsure if I should hinge them from the top or side . I will sleep on this tonight and mount them tomorrow , ROD.

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ragged Just ask if you need HELP!

478 posts · joined Jan 2005 ·

#981453
Rod, I just wondered whether you could have a sliding door for the generator that slides up, like a sash window! You could slide it up, slide out the generator and then slide the door back down to keep the fumes and noise outside? Dave

RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981532
Ragged , maybe not a bad idea , I am now looking into some cantilever hinges if possible , thanks ROD.
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au

Camo Custom Title Time!

1,936 posts · joined Oct 2007 ·

#981544
RodPenrose wrote:Today I spent all day on small fiddly shit .
Coming along nicely Rod and some great ideas, but I thought you had a bung knee 😂😂😂😂

Kev
I thought rebuilding a VW would be cheap - Shit I was wrong, just don't let the wife know !!!!

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Dak-A-Tak Volksie Pete

1,381 posts · joined Jan 2004 ·

#981582
Rod , lot of guys put there generators on the opposite side , then pitting , to keep noise down . Then run power points throught Out trailer . What about a air compressor to , have found it to be great thing to take to track sa well .
How you going to fit alloy floor sheets ?
Big job Rod well done

Craig Torrens 6 times Australian, 7 times State Hillclimb Class Champion

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#981585
Its on the opposite side to the toolbox, so I guess that's the opposite side to pitting 👍

great trailer Rod 👍👍


RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981648
Camo , I am still progressing , however just a bit slow . I have seen the doc and he has booked me in for a small tune up job on the knee next week , however after confirming with him that I cannot do any more damage to the knee by driving a manual car , I have rescheduled it until the Monday after the VW drags in Feb . This way I can have another couple of weeks to get ready to see if I can push the clutch pedal in .
Pete , as Craig has mentioned the generator is mounted on the far side of the trailer . I will wire the entire trailer for a 240 volt system so I can either use the tracks power or the genny to power up the trailer and not have to run leads everywhere . I will fit some internal and external power outlets to make it neater and safer . I will use a urethane compound such as sikaflex to secure the walls and floor as per the manufacturer's recommendation thus eliminating the use of rivets and screws . I also have a small compressor that will be mounted , I just need to find a suitable place .
I am hoping today I may start to splash some paint on the parts that will start to rust if it keeps raining down here , ROD.
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au

silver Dangerous when poked

2,169 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·

#981732
RodPenrose wrote:I now have the polished aluminium 3 mm propeller plate flooring and have cut it to size . .
never heard it called that before, cute
I have only heard tread plate and checker plate.
Keeping it real !

RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981762
Silver , You can still get the tread plate , this is a new patterned plate that looks like a propeller . It is available in a high polished finish and doesn't seem to dull like the tread plate .
In between engine building this weekend I managed to get some more done . I have the front plate and safety chain welded as is the front jack . In the next pic I decided to use the hinges I had to mount the toolbox door . It will now open up and rotate 180 degrees back onto the trailer , ROD.

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2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981763
I have fitted the brake brackets to the axle . These are a 10" electric drum brake that is mounted on the front axle only . I also have a handbrake mechanism that is operated from the lever on the front coupling , ROD.

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2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
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RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981765
Today I welded some 20 mm box section to the frame that is in between the wheels . This lightweight frame is a little extra support for the aluminium propeller plate that will be mounted to the lower portion of the sides . I will cut 3 x wheel arches in this plate so I can remove the wheels . I also had enough time to splash a bit of paint on the frame where necessary , ROD.

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More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au

Stanley I guess the reward is in the doing of it

4,523 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·

#981766
Excellent job Rodney. Enjoying this build.

RodPenrose Insano Dub Head

792 posts · joined Apr 2005 ·

#981826
Today I welded in the tie down rings .There are 8 in total , 4 for the car and 4 for the tow buggy . I also modified the framework to fit the windows . I have 2 windows on each side that are tinted and open for extra ventilation . They are also high enough for security and privacy , Tomorrow I will start to fit the floor sheets and mount the winch , ROD.

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1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au

Camo Custom Title Time!

1,936 posts · joined Oct 2007 ·

#981848
You wouldn't happen to be trying to finish this trailer for maybe an event in February, at maybe WSID would you 🙄😵👍😂
I thought rebuilding a VW would be cheap - Shit I was wrong, just don't let the wife know !!!!

Click here for my (slowy) modded 1961 Beetle build.