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 shawbug74
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 12:30 PM |
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Rear disc brakes 74 L Bug
Hi, I am presently two years into a bare metal resto of my 74L bug. I have considered fitting rear discs, but considering the bug does not have a
brake booster, I wonder if rear discs have any value or efficiency over the original drums. Are people only fitting them because of the updated
aesthetic ? I would appreciate your advice.
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 01:04 PM |
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G'day and welcome
What motor will you be running?
Unless going (well) past the 100 RWHP mark i do not believe it is necessary
if anything T3 drums are a good upgrade
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 03:45 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by Bizarre
G'day and welcome
What motor will you be running?
Unless going (well) past the 100 RWHP mark i do not believe it is necessary
if anything T3 drums are a good upgrade
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Do you mean Type 3 drums or T3 drums?
Would you need a dual curcuit master cylinder to run them on the rear?
Have considered doing this to my 66 beetle...
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shawbug74
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 04:44 PM |
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Hi Bizzare, this is my first 'reply' thanks for your reply. Intention at the moment is to build a mild 1641, dual carbs, mild cam, standard
valves. I see a lot of people are doing 1776. I am looking for a good lift in performance, but need drivability and reliability etc. I am going to
use Fuchs style 911 rims 5 stud. I spoke to Mick (motors) about the brakes, He wasn't a fan of the rear disc mod. I am replacing front rotors and
calipers, intendiing to purchase standard calipers, but would appreciate advice if there is a better caliper that bolts straight on. Cheers.
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shawbug74
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 05:29 PM |
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Just as a matter of interest Bizzare, are you aware of how your latin quote can be interpreted ?
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 07:54 PM |
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Hi
If you do decide to go rear discs you wont need a booster.
Steve
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| posted on November 14th, 2015 at 07:55 PM |
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Just as a matter of interest Bizzare, are you aware of how your latin quote can be interpreted ?
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yep................... 
and yes - i meant Type 3 drums
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| posted on November 15th, 2015 at 07:29 AM |
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Have raced with std L bug brakes more than good enough just fit a set of ebc red pads and off you go,type 3 rear drums are the go also while your at
it put the typ3 wagon rear torsion bars and duel spring plates in as well cheap and effective mod Cheers Rudi
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| posted on November 15th, 2015 at 10:51 AM |
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Thanks Rudi and Bizzare, appreciate your insight. Nice one Bizzare with the sneaky latin phrase, I'll have to come up with one and send it back.
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| posted on November 15th, 2015 at 11:10 AM |
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My son was doing latin in high school - and I bought him a very helpful book.
Well - i thought it was helpful 
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| posted on December 1st, 2015 at 06:52 PM |
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Futue te ipsum
Im curious. Is that a 'phrase' or an 'interjection'?
It is as it is - If you didnt enjoy today, you've missed the opportunity.
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| posted on December 1st, 2015 at 07:38 PM |
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Too academic for me Bizzare. its all good as long as it isnt interuptus. Of interest, I have the bug body on a rotisserie. I built it for under 400
using two modified small engine stands from super cheap. (on special at the time.) When I work out how to put images up, I will give an explanation
for those interested to do. Do you think any body would be interested ?
Is there an explanatory section of how to put images up?
Bug body coming along, final coat of epotec 408 applied today, after all repairs, lead,bog,panel plating, rust out, bog!,spray putty and full guide
coat block out. Madness.
Merry Christmas
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| posted on December 1st, 2015 at 08:25 PM |
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Is there an explanatory section of how to put images up?
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have a read here
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=87954
easiest way is to get a free http://www.photobucket.com account
Futue te ipsum!!!
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| posted on December 3rd, 2015 at 11:22 AM |
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Shawbug
Does your Supercheap rotisserie fully revolve?
Mine only goes to about 80 degrees - so wont flip the body with out addtional lift (skyhook and chain blocks).
Newt
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| posted on December 5th, 2015 at 12:49 PM |
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Gday Newt, yes the rotisserie fully revolves. when I set it up, I supported the body with my collapsable (super cheap on special) engine crane, with
modified boom extension. Then I made brackets to fit the bolt pattern of the bumper mounts, then an adjustable vertical bracket to get the body to
swing about the centre line ( approx 300mm above the brackets)
Will post a few images soon, or send me your e mail and I will send them over too you. Cheers.
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