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Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#993537
Anyone want any of these? I have no use at all for them

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Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#993632
Just went on the JustKampers Site, Found a master cylinder for beetles from 67 thru to 98, however when i asked if it would fit mine, i waws told it wouldnt and the part i needed would cost $280!!! from $60 to $280...

i need:
The Master Cylinder $280
Tyres $110@
Paint fix $250+
Air Filter $35+

looks .like a fare bit of saving to do... 😢 then again, i did by a beetle to do this haha

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#994891
Removed the flywheel, replaced the main seal and painted the components...

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Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#995706
I am seriously thinking of painting my Door trims and my seats black with Dupli-Color Vinyl Paint, Anyone else tried this? i don't have a lot of money at the moment and think it will be a cheap solution to buying new one's.

Scottkombi Officially Full-On Dubber

358 posts · joined Dec 2008 ·

#995788
Vinyl paint is amazing stuff - I have paited a few steering wheels with it (2 bay kombis) and it looks awesome and has yet to fade or get sticky even on hot sweaty days.

Definately worth a try.
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beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#995811
I have used it on sections of my door cards, and it is very good, but after about 5 years of quite heavy use, it is wearing off in places.
From your ole' mate Jeff

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#995823
Thanks for the reply's, I am thinking of painting just the door cards for the time being and seeing how it looks before I try the seats, however I am not sure on how many cans to buy? How many cans did you use Jeff? Also my cards are bent up at the bottom corners after being left in direct sunlight for the past 16 years,is there a way to fix tthis? I was thinking of using a heat gun to heat it to the point of flexing them. Or should I just buy new ones?

Thanks.

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#995825
Drivers side isn't to bad...

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beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#995828
I made up custom door cards & had them trimmed in Black Vinyl. I have then fitted door pockets on them, which is what I painted black - I only used 1 can to do it all, but prep. it VERY well.

This is the front door card setup, with a large open pocket, a pocket with a door, a courtesy light at the front, and a 'clearance' light in the VW emblem at the back -



And this is the rear card setup, which just has a pocket on it.



I hope this gives you the idea.
From your ole' mate Jeff

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#995856
That looks really good. I may have to try somthing similar later on. Also what sort of car are those rear seats from? They look really comfortable.

beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#995907
They are the original rear seats from my car - I just re-did them.

The old upholstery was shot, so I stripped them down to the frame. I then got a pair of old front seat backs that had adjustable head rests, stripped them down, cut out the frame section I needed, and had them welded into my old seat back.



The bloke that did my interior then worked some magic on them to make them look good.
From your ole' mate Jeff

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#996198
They look amazing haha great job!

I have another question at the moment... My transmission is leaking in multiple places... I will upload pictures however, is this an easy fix for a beginner? Or should I get it professionally rebuilt? Also what would it cost to rebuild it my self vs a general price for a mechanic to do so?

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Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#996635
I was in the process of installing my Engine after replacing the Main Seal however i am having difficulties with lining the transmission shaft up? i have the engine supported by a trolley jack sitting half on the shaft however it seems as if somthing is stopping the engine from sliding all the way onto it. Can any one please help? i dont want to break anything.

Thanks

beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#996644
You may not have the splines lined up. Grab the fan belt and turn it around slightly to see if that will line up the splines.
From your ole' mate Jeff

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#996645
and it needs to go in straight
remember you are at a bit of an angle
Futue te ipsum!!!

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#998522
Had to relocate the bug today, at least it's now closer to home.

And as the engine I am still having difficulty installing it, I have however ordered a clutch allignmdnt tool as I didn't have one but was told they are a good thing to have

beetleboyjeff Custom Title Time!

1,790 posts · joined Feb 2009 ·

#998523
Ooh yeah. If you don't have it aligned properly, it will be a big struggle.
From your ole' mate Jeff

Dalyrics6 Slammed & Awesome Dubber

92 posts · joined Nov 2012 ·

#998608
yeah haha, i never thought about getting one as this is my first engine install. But after finding out the hard way i think its best to get it, it was only cheap to so even if it don't work (even though it will) its still worth a shot.