Forum: VW air cooled
March 22nd 11, 07:24 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Forum: VW air cooled
March 21st 11, 02:01 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Almost related: a portable radio
Hello!
> > wrote in message
> ...
>> This is the way hobbies get out of hand: ;)
>>
>> I was delighted to find a gray Blaupunkt Lido...
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Forum: VW air cooled
March 21st 11, 08:21 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Almost related: a portable radio
This is the way hobbies get out of hand: ;)
I was delighted to find a gray Blaupunkt Lido (made in 62/63) for the grey
bus as it has radio cover plate recycled for windshield washer button and I...
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Forum: VW air cooled
March 14th 11, 12:07 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,129
2nd gear vs. reverse?
On 14/03/11 12:33, Peter wrote:
> On Mar 12, 10:08 pm, Jan >
> wrote:
>> Jan Andersson wrote:
>>> Lamumba wrote:
>>>> Just recently, I've almost hit reverse...
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Forum: VW air cooled
March 10th 11, 11:39 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 4
Views: 819
Carby bearings
On 10/03/11 09:45, John wrote:
> That,s a point. I,m overhauling my spare set of carbs so I,ll complete that
> and change over. Just talking to people, wandering around the net you hear
> that...
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Forum: VW air cooled
February 8th 11, 10:19 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 3
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Changing Generator brushes in the car.
On 06/02/11 22:35, John Connolly wrote:
> Use a length of thread to "hook" the spring and hold it out of the way
> while you R&R the brushes.
>
Also use a piece of thin wire or thread to secure the...
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Forum: VW air cooled
February 8th 11, 10:13 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 5
Views: 736
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Forum: VW air cooled
January 19th 11, 04:07 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 1
Views: 978
KG script sought
On 14/01/11 17:10, VFW, wrote:
> I wonder is there a reproduction or NOS of the script found on the
> engine lid of the 1960 KG?
> you know the 12 inch form.
> someone broke off part of mine. gawd it...
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Forum: VW air cooled
January 10th 11, 07:48 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 3
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Forum: VW air cooled
January 10th 11, 07:23 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 6
Views: 848
71 Ghia battery cables crossed
On 09/01/11 03:56, Jan Andersson wrote:
> G_Group wrote:
>> On Jan 8, 3:26 am, "John" > wrote:
>>> Thus fuse will blow so make sure the wiper motor is not seized. From memory
>>>...
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Forum: VW air cooled
January 4th 11, 10:08 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,185
Where Is Everybody?
On 18/12/10 18:42, Jim Ed wrote:
> Has this group almost died or is everyone busy with something else?
Waiting for the spring: Cars are in winter storage and owner in survival
-mode until it begins...
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Forum: VW air cooled
December 13th 10, 09:35 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,455
Sometimes you can just tell its a good one.
On 13/12/10 02:36, John J Stafford wrote:
> http://www.digoliardi.net/sunday3.jpg
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> We are literally overwhelmed with snow. 23 inches this weekend.
Whoa! :)
We have only 12" here (=southern...
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Forum: VW air cooled
December 13th 10, 08:52 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 8
Views: 663
1300 vs. 1500
On 07/12/10 17:32, P.J.Berg wrote:
> On Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:11:48 +0100, Jan Andersson >
> wrote:
>>>
>>> Somebody commented they like pre 66 bugs better. What happened to bugs...
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Forum: VW air cooled
November 23rd 10, 06:16 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 44
Views: 2,336
Sermons
On 23/11/10 05:18, Randall wrote:
> The Commerce Department is seeking comments on the protection of copyrighted
> works online.
>...
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Forum: VW air cooled
November 16th 10, 07:23 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 22
Views: 15,360
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Forum: VW air cooled
November 10th 10, 07:22 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 2
Views: 701
Bus 50 years yesterday
Hello!
I forgot to advertise this event here yesterday, but I remembered it and
co-owner (Hannu) bothered to make small "50y" badges and drive around town.
:) (see links)
Originally a panel van,...
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Forum: VW air cooled
October 29th 10, 07:17 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 8
Views: 534
What happened to Eric Allred?
On 28/10/10 17:47, Jim Ed wrote:
> On Oct 27, 3:53 pm, > wrote:
>> Eric worked for us for 4 years, then got his HVAC license and does
>> that as his occupation.
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>>...
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Forum: VW air cooled
October 12th 10, 03:04 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 5
Views: 677
How much to rebuild a 1600 DP.
On 12/10/10 14:22, DogDiesel wrote:
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> So how many Km you get from a middle ground rebuild. .
I expect something over 50 000 km but less than 100 000, even factory made
(in Germany) new engines...
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Forum: VW air cooled
October 12th 10, 10:44 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 5
Views: 677
How much to rebuild a 1600 DP.
On 12/10/10 10:02, DogDiesel wrote:
> How much is it to rebuild a VW engine. DIY, no mods. All the bearings and
> other disposables.
>
>
Depends totally on what quality parts you use and how much...
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Forum: VW air cooled
October 4th 10, 02:25 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 6
Views: 461
Vw beetle verses 85-92 Golf Diesel.
On 02/10/10 01:46, DogDiesel wrote:
> Beetle tons of maintenance. Golf rolling unbreakable drivetrain, the rest is broken. Or gonna break.
Not tons, but some. Unless you plan...
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Forum: VW air cooled
September 24th 10, 08:58 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 4
Views: 538
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Forum: VW air cooled
September 24th 10, 08:29 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,424
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Forum: VW air cooled
September 22nd 10, 01:00 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 9
Views: 819
Where to look for a 70 -up beetle
On 22/09/10 13:04, DogDiesel wrote:
> Beside Samba and craigslist. And Im not stupid enough to buy a bug on Ebay
> sight unseen.
>
>
Local club is very often a good source, espesially in West...
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Forum: VW air cooled
September 22nd 10, 08:11 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,104
Brake problem and possible solution
On 21/09/10 18:06, Speedy Jim wrote:
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> What a lovely find! Congratulations!
I've written some history of buy earlier but it was for sale in Germany at
mobile.de and I found it from there.
> Yes,...
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Forum: VW air cooled
September 21st 10, 10:07 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.vw.aircooled
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,104
Brake problem and possible solution
Hello!
T34 has been sitting a long time (no-one knows how long) and its brakes
stick if I brake, at three wheels: Left front wheel brake works as it should.
If I open the bleed screw of a stuck...
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