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 DUB64
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 04:38 PM |
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FS SA Ebay Ad
Anyone seen or know this car?
It didnt reach reserve first time up on ebay (3200 ish I think)
I was thinking about it for a daily driver?
Do you think the bigger Engine would be a hasle to drive?
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 05:10 PM |
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which car?
which ad?
which engine?
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 05:30 PM |
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oh whoopps
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/1970-VOLKSWAGEN-1500-BEETLE-CUSTOM-VW-BUG_W0QQitemZ160...
sorry ladies and gents
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 05:43 PM |
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I'm not up on what's best in terms of engine combos - but the only thing I see as a negative is the narrowed front end. Why anyone would reduce the
handling capabilities of a car is beyond me (the narrowed front end)
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 06:44 PM |
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"Why anyone would reduce the handling capabilities of a car is beyond me (the narrowed front end) "
Hmmm, maybe we're not all into racing around corners! Some do it for the look (ie low without dangerous scrubbing!). Each to their own....
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 06:50 PM |
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"Hmmm, maybe we're not all into racing around corners! Some do it for the look (ie low without dangerous scrubbing!). Each to their own.... "
so long as it doesn't lead to you having an accident. I reckon that if an accident was shown to be due to a modification that lessens safety - like
that does - you'd do time for it. Obviously, you'd need an engineers approval too.
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 07:09 PM |
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I am not sure that you need engineers approval in all states for a narrowed beam?
MMM will have to look into that.
Anyone have an idea of how beetle go on Type 3 engines?
Is this a common conversion? Or will it be a bit difficult down the track?
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 09:22 PM |
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Never heard of a Beetle running a Type 3 engine.
Didn't know it was even possible/worth the effort.
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| posted on November 12th, 2007 at 09:37 PM |
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The two engine types are the same except for the cooling and tin
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| posted on November 13th, 2007 at 12:11 AM |
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My 1970 beetle also has a similiar size engine, and has been lowered. So I would say go for it!
If it doesnt have too much rust, and the engine is in good condition anything under say $5000 for that car should be a bargain.
More power is great, but it uses more fuel than a stock car.
With a car that low you will scrape more often unless you are careful, so check it will be able to get in your driveway.
It NSW the engine, lowering, and steering wheel would need an engineers certificate.
Have the brakes been upgraded? They should have been with that engine.
People sometimes get knocked back for rego with the nudge bars instead of the proper bumpers too
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| posted on November 19th, 2007 at 05:49 PM |
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This is why you narrow your beam.
I thought it was obvious!
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One mans cancer is another mans patina
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| posted on November 19th, 2007 at 05:50 PM |
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Oh and it works well on any Aircooled Vee Dub!
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One mans cancer is another mans patina
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| posted on November 19th, 2007 at 10:39 PM |
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Sorry for being a bit OT, but where'd you get those pictures?
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| posted on November 19th, 2007 at 10:57 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by 57 Chook Shed
Oh and it works well on any Aircooled Vee Dub!
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LOTS ov people like it. For mine it looks stupid, but hey I aint everyone
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| posted on November 20th, 2007 at 08:10 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by DUB64
I am not sure that you need engineers approval in all states for a narrowed beam?
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yes you do... Keep in mind your insurance can be deemed null and void in some situations
Pay your debts, CxxT
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