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trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#913777
Hi guys,
starting a ratty project, with al the usual features..
roofracks,
sunvisor,
whitewalls,
Thinking vw lime green rims, Bamboo roof liner?

Hopefully can sort out my engine issues and then get it ready for a blueslip.

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Bob down Wolfsburg Wizard

455 posts · joined Jan 2012 ·

#913821
well done, looks like a good starting point tho.

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#985057
Update..
progress has been slow but what can ya do..

motor rebuilt
tank sealed
new fuel lines
new brake lines + cylinders + master
new glass rubbers
nearly done full re-wire (12v)
new tyres (135s on the front) atlas whitewalls
new scat interior kit + carpet + headliner

photos up in a sec hopefully

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trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#985063
went with the flat silver rather than the green wheels.
planning on repainting the shroud asap too. its horrible!

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trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#985065
just incase you're wondering..... its a 61, if I new how to change the subject text I would!
over the next few weeks I should have it slammed, wiring should be fully completed with some spotties and little stereo,
then work out if it'll get out my driveway. yew!

Boozo Back in the bug

359 posts · joined Sep 2007 ·

#985077
looking good man, love the early models 👍
'59 or Kombi?....feeling confused

'59 bug
'68 bug
'82 import T3 BUS. aircooled

beetle_nut Wolfsburg Wizard

465 posts · joined Jan 2012 ·

#985078
Good work mate it looks sweet..

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#985138
cheers guys👍

donn Wolfsburg Elder

3,515 posts · joined Nov 2005 ·

#985142
trevc85 wrote:just incase you're wondering..... its a 61, if I new how to change the subject text I would!
over the next few weeks I should have it slammed, wiring should be fully completed with some spotties and little stereo,
then work out if it'll get out my driveway. yew!
use the edit button. 👍
I dream of a day when a chicken can cross a road without being asked for it's motive!

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#987987
front beam in . new drop spindals. 1 set of shims.
fair to say that it will have to come up a few notches... lol
but in the mean time, im leaving it.😂

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sander288 "Bolt-on Master"

1,404 posts · joined Aug 2008 ·

#987988
Looks awesome, wheels came up a treat too!
BMW R65 LS
1967 1300 Deluxe
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7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#987989
great job
looking the goods
enjoy it more when it's on the road soon by the looks
👍
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Boozo Back in the bug

359 posts · joined Sep 2007 ·

#988095
Nice work, how many inches is the beam narrowed? looks alot but still has shocks 🙂
'59 or Kombi?....feeling confused

'59 bug
'68 bug
'82 import T3 BUS. aircooled

Kuchster Insano Dub Head

762 posts · joined Sep 2003 ·

#988155
You can go up to 4.5inches and keep the shocks, however the body or the top of the shock towers on the beam might need a little massage to fit in.

Nice bug
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Boozo Back in the bug

359 posts · joined Sep 2007 ·

#988162
cheers, guess thats why the beam has the flat plate shock towers?
'59 or Kombi?....feeling confused

'59 bug
'68 bug
'82 import T3 BUS. aircooled

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#989341
yeah spot on Kuchster. little massaging required LOL.....
I'm full novice when it comes to automotive.. so when I went to put the beam back in, I freaked!
Then the beam builder told me to 'convince' the body that it will fit. So happy days.

still working on wiring, steering and getting the back down, so close! 😎

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#989388
Scat seats and cartpet from vollks.com.au. all in place now.

custom glovebox with the head unit, usb and cig lighter inside.

couple of gauges with foglight switches in the centre panel.

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Boozo Back in the bug

359 posts · joined Sep 2007 ·

#989403
thats a great Idea 🙂 just bought a very similar lighter socket setup for mine. also destined for the glovebox. Scat interior looks nice, and the demin pockets are an interesting idea
'59 or Kombi?....feeling confused

'59 bug
'68 bug
'82 import T3 BUS. aircooled

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

8,040 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·

#989418
Looks great👍

You might want to relocate your fuel filter though, as above the dizzy (or anywhere in the engine bay) is a potential fire hazard.


OZ Towdster Keen to finish some projects

1,921 posts · joined Dec 2003 ·

#989422
Cool another rat on the road with all the important bits fixed too , nice one
Don't let body work get in the way of real suspension travel

trevc85 Casual Dubber

20 posts · joined Jul 2012 ·

#989453
Thanks Craig. will do. 👍

i've recently read about it not being a good spot. But im glad you've reminded me before it hits the road!
That, and I should probably get an extinguisher..

👍👍

vw40hp Seriously Crusin Dubber

127 posts · joined Jun 2013 ·

#991008
Too cool. Those scat seats look nice and comfy
Oh well

kimmeh87 Casual Dubber

44 posts · joined Apr 2013 ·

#994796
Love this!!

kimmeh87 Casual Dubber

44 posts · joined Apr 2013 ·

#1000548
Love this thing!!!