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 Stanley
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 03:27 PM |
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posted by colonel mustard
But as I have always expected, alot of people in the vw community are nice, but dont really care about the younger generation. hence, why vws will
die out faster..
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We are nice but in my oppinion that's a bold statement but probably comes from frustration.
We've all been there.
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 03:43 PM |
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Yeah totally disagree with that statement too Stanley. VW's will never die out because those who have a pure passion for them will get them
regardless of how hard they have to work or wait to have one. Some peopel have to wait all there life to get that dream car they've always wanted.
I'm not an "Old Fart", and have had nothing but help and good advice from those with VW and life experience. The truth can be hard to swallow
sometimes but i would never say that the more "experienced" vdubbers out there don't give a shit, they're just realistic in life's expectations.
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 07:35 PM |
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posted by squizy
So you've put up all of those nice pictures of the sparkly new stuff that you didn't quite need, but neglected to spend the money on the things you
actually need to, to keep your car safe and drivable? And now you want people to throw in some cheapies to you? Maybe sell off the stuff you bought
that you don't need, and put the fund back into making your car roadworthy. Sometimes in excitement our wants sometimes overtake our needs. A hard
lesson to learn, but best learn it young.
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Well said..............its all about priorities.
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Scarab
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 10:13 PM |
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sorry to hear of your frustration Jason, I do truly feel for you!....it is sometimes very hard to be passionate about something, but then not have the
funds to feed that passion the way you would ideally like to. I really admire the passion you have for all things VW!
please don't take peoples suggestions as 'knocks' or 'digs' at you or your situation.....after reading through the comments listed above, there
is some real wisdom being put out there for you, if you are willing to grab a hold of it and run with it.
I don't think I would be wrong in saying that 99% of the people on here have been in similar situations as yourself at the moment....I know I
definitely have been, and I still seem to go through the financially lean times quite regularly! Unfortunately it is often hard to see the light at
the end of the tunnel sometimes.....but keep chugging away and the light will definitely appear.....eventually. (maybe that light is the glow of the
Golden Maccas arches as per Mick's suggestion  )
That being said, I am sad that I am in no way able to assist you with working on your car as I am so far away, or even with donations of parts etc. as
I have nothing here to suit a beetle, but hang in there bro, you WILL get there!! While you might feel that no-one is willing to help etc. I don't
think it is the willingness of people that is a problem, it is often the distance or the time involved that stops people lending a hand when we all
have such busy lives these days. At least you have a core of people on here to give you suggestions of ways that you might be able to get your bug
back on track. I know it is little consolation, but it is something to keep in mind none the less mate 
Hope you get on OK mate, and feel free to contact me anytime, happy to chat anytime bro....PM me if you like 
All the best
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 10:28 PM |
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Thanks Paul.
Not that I really need to explain this, but I thought I would.
I currently have two jobs, however due to my age I recieve VERY limited hours. I could get a full time position, but then I am unable to have time off
to volunteer for things like Red Frogs and Camps (SU Qld..), which makes things hard - And I do feel my priorities are right, I pay to volunteer for
things like camps and stuff. My car does come second and is not the center of my life. its a passion, and my car to get around in (because its
cool!)
It will get fixed eventually.. but for now is under covers in the garage.
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Scarab
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 06:28 AM |
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good on ya mate, and well done for trying to put back into the community too with your volunteering!
thanks for explaining further, it puts things into perspective knowing that you are already working two jobs AND doing volunteer work....it is
suprising that you still have time for a hobby like your bug.
well done mate, keep up the good work.....you will get there in the end!
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 11:35 AM |
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hi mustard
you have stated many times that you dont have the money for the parts at this stage for your bug thats fair enough i can understand that. this is just
a suggestion, while you have the car parked under cover why dont you jack the front end up on stands pull the whole front end out inspect every part
and clean it and write down what you need, get under the car with some rags and a tin of petrol and get it looking clean. at least you can learn how
it all goes together and you will be ready for when you buy the parts. once that is done move onto another part of the car.
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 11:42 AM |
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Dear 76bug.
This is a very good suggestion, and I do plan to do this in the next few weeks, as well as clean up some surface rust, etc. A very good suggestion indeed.
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 11:50 AM |
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not a problem mustard i think you will learn a lot, why dont you post up a few pics of your progress it would be a good guide for yourself as well
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 11:53 AM |
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as it happens, i surely will.
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 12:05 PM |
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Yeah - excellent idea - a clean car is always MUCH nicer to turn spanners on, though best you use degreaser or even kero rather than petrol
(safety).
You may even be lucky and find not quite as much stuff needs immediate replacement as you thought (like those tie rod ends).
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| posted on November 10th, 2009 at 01:47 PM |
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Good point Sides, when I stripped and cleaned my L bug I found some parts serviceable and so were put back, being a pensioner my budget is limited,
just takes a bit longer, safety first and do the best with the resources you have. I have learnt heaps and for a do-it-yourselfer doing up a VW beetle
the resources on this forum and the net in general are enormous, there is nothing you can't get information about, a lot more than any other car!
good luck with it Colonel Mustard! always good to read your posts
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 13th, 2009 at 11:05 AM |
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rear first. Gotta get some jack stands, and take a trip to micks. Sold A
DCNF so i got a lil' bit of casho together.
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| posted on November 14th, 2009 at 09:16 AM |
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well done mate!......slowly BUT surely! it will be back on the road in no time!!
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 14th, 2009 at 09:29 PM |
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Thanks Paul, You are an absolute champ
I had work today, and when got home, I got started on some bits and pieces.
Painted the drums and rotors and one backing plate. they need a bit of work still - more paint, machine discs, emery cloth the drums and put the hubs
back together.
will alll look different tomorrow when its dry, and when iv done the insides. paint first, the i wont get paint on the freshly machined surfaces
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 10:01 AM |
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good on ya mate....keep going with it....small steps are what it takes to complete the journey
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 10:55 AM |
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Doing more painting currently, good sun today! Might actually dry properly. the matt black on the tail light surrounds had to be redone, im re-sanding
them now.
Joel, there was white under that light blue, and dark blue under the white...... fun. lots of 360 grade paper going into those this morning. Camera
battery is currently dead, get some pics up late tonight.
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 11:23 AM |
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sonic has been painted about 5 different colours
factory colour was honey brown lol
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colonel mustard
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 12:21 PM |
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I saw very little of brown... Lots of blue though. The sun is awesome to dry stuff with today
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 01:52 PM |
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I thought I'd have a crack at a picture of my bug in the style of your signature. A few minutes in photoshop later and this is the result. As you can
see, I've got some paintin to do as well.
Keep up the posts.
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 04:03 PM |
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found my old handbrake cables, if you want em msg me, ill be passing by your place tonight, no promises they wont break just the same though
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| posted on November 15th, 2009 at 04:28 PM |
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I want them I want them I want them.... did you find any of those rear seals too??... i just need to get it back together....
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colonel mustard
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Thanks for the handbrake cables Dave.
STIDUB is a champ!!
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| posted on November 16th, 2009 at 05:41 PM |
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Took discs to be machined today. caused an argument between 2 mechanics about if my drums need machining.... good times. painting brake parts may
work, but it still chips and stuff. glad it no show car.
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| posted on November 16th, 2009 at 06:32 PM |
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Should get smoe pics of those tailights up
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| posted on November 16th, 2009 at 08:02 PM |
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good stuff........start with the little things and essentials to keep your ride going safely and you will get there
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| posted on November 16th, 2009 at 08:52 PM |
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discs didnt get done, they were given back so they didnt get thrown out..... - long story. they will get done when i get back from schoolies. been
given a bit of work this week, so I may take a trip to micks when i get back too.... and organise that lowering. fun times ahead. thanks for a the kind words fella's.
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| posted on November 18th, 2009 at 04:39 PM |
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todays purchased - that this weeks pay have funded.
still need....... front brake hoses, backing plate plugs, split pins.
And all the front and rear suspension bushes
+ I need to paint the caps for the front rotors, machine the discs and pack bearings.
Also trying to chase up jack and jack stands from my mate - he needs to finish the "major service" on his jetski trailer in the next few weeks. Yay!
watersports soon!
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| posted on November 18th, 2009 at 05:54 PM |
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Lookin good, ive already got plans for where my next three pays are going and most of it is into my car.
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| posted on November 18th, 2009 at 06:43 PM |
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what size split pins?
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