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How to replace instrument lamps? by 2ndKnight[_2_]
I am reposting this question as I was unable to apply the suggestions sent in response to the last post. What is the proper way to get at the instruments in order to replace lamps in a 1978 bug Cabriolet? There is a steel panel in the front luggage compartment behind the dash but it is held in...
April 21st 08 03:04 AM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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Convertible side window glue by Al
The metal frame around the passenger door window has come loose. What type of glue holds that together? And...does anyone have any tips on gluing it back in? Thanks. Al 1970 Convertible Spokane, WA USA
April 21st 08 12:46 AM
by Al Go to last post
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Bug stalls a few times then doesn't start... by Mel P.[_2_]
My 77 Bug seems to really strain when starting even after replacing the starter (approx 6 mos ago). I have a new battery. A couple of weeks ago I was driving home from a friends house, who lives about 5 miles away. I started the Bug, drove about a mile and it just stalled. Started it again a...
April 20th 08 11:38 PM
by P.J.Berg[_2_] Go to last post
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How to tell if a pan is Cabrio friendly by pow
How can you tell a pan is from a Cabriolet? hence reinforced. -- Money.. what a concept
April 20th 08 08:09 PM
by Joey Tribiani Go to last post
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Front end work in Bothell, Wa. by ugghle
Any reccomendations?
April 20th 08 06:09 PM
by ugghle Go to last post
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Swedish guys pull a 46 bug out of the woods. Well most of it. Wellsome of it. by Jan Andersson
http://vwsplit.se/mapp29/Meningen%20med%20livet.wmv
April 19th 08 12:05 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Question about 77 steering rebuild by [email protected]
What is the recommended way to rebuild a front end? Is the complete tie rod replacement easier than just doing ball joints? I assume that an alignment would be needed either way. A local shop quoted $1000.00 for rebuilding tie rod ends and bushing and replacing the steering box. Seems steep to...
April 18th 08 09:26 PM
by P.J.Berg[_2_] Go to last post
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Travis. ADMIT IT! by P.J.Berg[_2_]
Hi Travis. The following post never made it to my server, found it on Google groups. "Shop is *almost* finished. If the weather cooperates with me this weekend (and it looks like it's going to) then I will finish it enough to call for the final inspection. About half of the soffit is left to be...
April 16th 08 11:30 PM
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Very cool find by [email protected][_1_]
Today I picked up a real nice black 67 beetle and a ton of parts but one of the cool items was a very nice condition 1960 edition of Jud Purvis "Fix Your Volkswagen. There are some real cool pictures of bothe the beetle production line and the bus production line. Mario Vintage Werks resto
April 15th 08 06:23 PM
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http://sevenpic.com new free image hosting site you can create your photo album
April 15th 08 03:36 AM
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VW Beetle (1972) era air cleaner box by Dusty
Hi I hope this is not spam and sorry if it is . I have had a bunch of different VW Bugs and I am selling a air cleaner air box on eBay please take a look if you need one. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=ADME%3AL%3ALCA%3AUS%3A11&viewitem=&item=140224491506
April 14th 08 02:34 AM
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Front end help/advice neded by Mike West
As I have mentioned here before, I have a chopped and lowered 66 bug. It is on a 67 pan with a swing axle rearend. I had a new front end built with 2" lowered spindles and those adjustable thingies put in. It wears out tires like you wouldn't believe! I took it to a shop and he did what he could...
April 13th 08 07:47 PM
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just in time for summer by [email protected][_1_]
http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2238467680101866121VcZyXF Dave drove this for the first time today. Its nice to see them go from totally rusted to a great looking driver. I'm sure it will be at some of the up comming shows. Mario Vintage Werks resto
April 13th 08 04:35 PM
by Joey Tribiani Go to last post
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ADMIT IT! by Shag
http://www.employees.org/~travist/admit_it.jpg *puff puff pant pant* Look at that stock articulation. YOU ALL know this car needs some knobby tires and a little fender trimming here and there. The car is begging to be LCB Jr and have its own website. Just think of the ADVENTURES we could all...
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April 13th 08 12:11 AM
by Anthony W Go to last post
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For a friend of mine by Shag
Anyone have an online source for a 3" body lift kit for a standard Beetle? A place with a reasonable price that has the kit in stock? I found this but it's not in stock: http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C26-701-280 How about a source for some of those tall, knobby tires that...
April 12th 08 06:34 AM
by P.J.Berg[_2_] Go to last post
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Best shop on-line??? by DcF.
Hello, can you post links of the best shop on-line for VW BUS T2 parts? I'm looking for shop that can ship to Italy :) Thanks! Regards, Daniele.
April 11th 08 06:01 PM
by Bill Spiliotopoulos Go to last post
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Tough old bird by Jan Andersson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZL4I6VQ3eg
April 10th 08 11:38 PM
by Shag Go to last post
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Replacing pistons in 1600cc - question by barnhart_pinball
Well, I found I had melted a piston (looks like it had a vacuum leak at the bottom of the cylinder). I bought new pistons/cylinders - am working on replacing all of them - but what way do the arrow on the top of the piston go? In other words, what does it point towards? Thanks for any info &...
April 10th 08 05:56 AM
by P.J.Berg[_2_] Go to last post
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FS: Bug & Ghia Parts by Mel P.[_2_]
Check the site below... -- Mel P. parts for sale http://melsvws.4t.com/vwparts/index.htm
April 10th 08 02:43 AM
by Mel P.[_2_] Go to last post
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Disc Brake Upgrade by ARL
Well I am back at it, working on my 59 Bug once again. I have installed front and read disc brakes with the kit from AC Industries. The kit came with a new master cylinder. I hooked up my old 59 reservoir and green line to the new master cylinder. It was a little hard getting the green brake line...
April 8th 08 09:07 PM
by P.J.Berg[_2_] Go to last post
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