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WHO HERE HAS A 71 KOMBI?

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/21675/who-here-has-a-71-kombi

soulsurfer ·

I AM INTERESTED TO SEE PHOTOS OF 71 KOMBIS OR ATLEAST GET AN IDEA OF HOW MANY ARE OUT THERE. I AM ABOUT TO PURCHASE ONE AND AS I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AROUND I GET THE IMPRESSION THAT THEY ARE UNCOMMON. I THINK THEY LOOK GREAT!!

72TWINCAB ·

68 to 71 are the same. 72 has the same front but different back. I love the old bays, they look very sweeet.

You will find that the 68 to 71 kombis are not as common as the later models.

kombiluva ·

As that I have not heard back form you I take it you are not interested in the purchase of my bus???

Could you email/phone to confirm this.

Regards
Mick Hall

StenGuns ·

And the 72 (especially the deluxe) with old front and new back is the rarest of them all..

soulsurfer ·

So, how rare are they? Would still love to see any pics of members rides in the "early bay" range. I have searched the rides section but didnt find much...that may be point!:alien

VolksFolks ·

I have a 72 microbus deluxe in great condition, has low front indicators and a 72 + rear end, just fantastic bus and yeh very rare, orange with a white roof, with original seats mmm
no pics as yet is to be painted as the paint has faded some..

Andy

soulsurfer ·

so let me get this right the 69-71 is the same and then there is a hybrid of sorts with the 72, early bay front and later back end? Are these (69-72) years harder to get parts for?

soulsurfer ·

so let me get this right the 69-71 is the same and then there is a hybrid of sorts with the 72, early bay front and later back end? Are these (69-72) years harder to get parts for?

crazyfiggi ·

I had a 71 deluxe microbus which i just sold. 71 kombis are great, they still have the smaller tail lights but are fitted with disk brakes. One of the best bays i rekon🙂
Alex.

soulsurfer ·

so let me get this right the 69-71 is the same and then there is a hybrid of sorts with the 72, early bay front and later back end? Are these (69-72) years harder to get parts for?

crazyfiggi ·

68-71 where all the same but the 71 was fitted with disks. 72 has the same front as the early ones with the low blinkers but has the same rear as a later bus with the large lights, bigger air vents and you cant remove the rear apron.
I think thats right? im not totaly sure.
Alex.

soulsurfer ·

I didnt realise the disc brakes where stock on that year...thanks...would still love to see some pics!!!
By the way...when i get this kombi...I will be looking at getting the underneath rust proofed/coated, what is the best material to use and who does it up in the Gold Coast/Northern NSW region?

soulsurfer ·

I have read the many threads on this debate about using unleaded vs LRP and I am still confused and do not have a clue who to listen to. If a nonmodified 1600 is being used what petrol can I use, and do I have to have anything done to the engine?

typ-fre ·

hey soul surfer just thinking ya might like this????

dom

typ-fre ·

bump!

soulsurfer ·

Is this just a cartoon/dream or is this a reality!? looks fun!!:beer

modulus ·

soulsurfer wrote:I have read the many threads on this debate about using unleaded vs LRP and I am still confused and do not have a clue who to listen to. If a nonmodified 1600 is being used what petrol can I use, and do I have to have anything done to the engine?
You have hi-jacked your own post.
do not have a clue who to listen to
me (summarising gobs of discussion, informed and everyday opinion).
If a nonmodified 1600 is being used what petrol can I use
any, but ulp is the most appropriate for this low-compression engine.
do I have to have anything done to the engine
no.

You will also read that you should/should not add valve lubricant, octane improver, premium unleaded petrol and/or a gob of spit with every tank/every second tank/never ever. It's your money, but the answers to your questions are above.

hth

soulsurfer ·

modulus you have u2u

lobus ·

Here is mine....Pretty front end

lobus ·

But an even sweeter arse end..all curves...as they should be!

StenGuns ·

Andy.. I have the same vehicle.. delivered new in VIC.. We should compare VN numbers..
Here's a pic
VolksFolks wrote:I have a 72 microbus deluxe in great condition, has low front indicators and a 72 + rear end, just fantastic bus and yeh very rare, orange with a white roof, with original seats mmm
no pics as yet is to be painted as the paint has faded some..

Andy

ducky ·

Ruatproofing use Extrol, thick tar like substance for rustproofing

soulsurfer ·

thanks for those pics, they look great, any body else!! and thanks for the info on the underside rust proof stuff!!

VolksFolks ·

sten guns well check the numbers tomorrow sometime

Andy

david ·

and another i just sold a while back

david ·

i sold this to a forum member

OZ Towdster ·

Kombies take up to much room,buy a buggy

72TWINCAB ·

The Kombi tows the buggy to the beach, then you have somewhere to sleep as well as a cool buggy to cruise in....:thumb

rustycamper ·

I have a 71 camper. I am starting rust repair in a week or two so will post some pics then. It is my second 71 and I love em.

soulsurfer ·

thanks not interested in buying as i have one in my sights, just wanted to see who owns one as i havent seen many around, but thanks anyway.🙂

sgetty ·

yeah i got one but i dont think it will live long, if u need some windows doors soulsurfer u2u me heres a pic

[Edited on 17-4-2004 by sgetty]

soulsurfer ·

thanks sgetty but at this point I dont need any parts as kombi has already had the hard work done...really just interested to see pics of other early bays to get an idea of what is out there in those years, and to get any information that is specefic to quirks about those models as compared to other kombi's....but thanks anyway:thumb

david ·

i guesss its a 69 - 69 looking at the wheels

[Edited on 17-4-2004 by david]

sgetty ·

check this one out

VolksFolks ·

My Orange 71/72 is for sale if anyone interested, need the room/cash for other projects, $2200...

vwtyp2 ·

I have a '71 panel which may be for sale soon.
low blinkers, small tail lights, and disc brake front.
I'll put some pics up soon, and If I decide to sell it, I'll post it up.