Bug-In or Not?

[bugnut68]

My level of jealously for those going to Bug-In is increasing steadily as the week progresses...lol.  Maybe next year!  I hope all have a great time, I know I did when I went in 2008 and 2005!

[streetvw]

anyone know if KS got his car from US customs yet?

[Rocket Ron]

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    Re: Bug In Week Ramblings
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  It's RAINING today    The good news is KS has his car FINALLY!!! 
 

 
looks like he has 

[Fastbrit]

Yeah, got car, got shafted by US Customs who charged myself and Jo Clifford the sum of $1086 EACH for a customs examination of our cars... One day, I will tell the full story of how we've been royally taken for a ride cost-wise on this deal.

Anyway, I picked the car up from customs yesterday (Tuesday) with Mike Hunsaker, then took it to FAT where we removed engine and trans to get to the bottom of mystery noise in tranny, and to sort leaky pulley seal on motor. Well, MIke Herbert at Rancho did an amazing job of turning the 'box round in one day but it needed a new case, new bearings and some remedial work to selectors, etc. The trans - a Berg five - had less than 1000 miles on it but needed a complete rebuild. Seems like somebody didn't do that great a job in the first place... Ouch.

Engine and trans are now back in the car and I just need to install carbs and header etc (Hmmm, must remember to fill it with oil). Hopefully will be at Veedub Parts on Friday morning, but certainly Nicks in afternoon/evening.

It's all been a hell of an experience. If I had known how much hassle/expense would be incurred, I can honestly say I wouldn't have done it. Or would I?

Right, off to bed now. I need some sleep!

See you all soon...

[Lids]

bummer, but just think of the smile come Friday.

[Rennsurfer]

Dang, Keith... what a drag. But at least it sounds like you're getting things all worked out. Hopefully, you'll be able to enjoy your car during your stay here. Stoked that you brought it.

[besserwisser]

It goes to show that it really matters who does the work on the car. There are no substitutes for experience. When it comes to gearboxes mike is da man. he really knows his stuff. Hope everything works out for you over there and dont forget to write something about it later.

Hans Landelius
Piece Performance  Sweden

[LuftsickTero]

It's all been a hell of an experience. If I had known how much hassle/expense would be incurred, I can honestly say I wouldn't have done it. Or would I?

Of course you would 

[Russell]

the big lesson for Keith is not to smuggle young boys inside the car.....

Anyway glad its released, pity about the box, sounds like an oil shortage ? either that or a bad driver...... Keith, its becoming a habit with you and gearbox's, suggest you stop the reveres burnouts   

Anyway at least you can do the dream, drive you own car in CA, Priceless, will be worth every penny for the memory alone.

Depending on where you sit the good news for me is I'm also here now and some details to complete before racing the UD2 tonight, cant wait.

Roll on Bug In

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See you guys at Nick's !
 

[Black Sheep]

the big lesson for Keith is not to smuggle young boys inside the car.....

Anyway glad its released, pity about the box, sounds like an oil shortage ? either that or a bad driver...... Keith, its becoming a habit with you and gearbox's, suggest you stop the reveres burnouts   

Anyway at least you can do the dream, drive you own car in CA, Priceless, will be worth every penny for the memory alone.

Depending on where you sit the good news for me is I'm also here now and some details to complete before racing the UD2 tonight, cant wait.

Roll on Bug In
 
Have fun Russell , think we will need some pix on ere 

[deano]

Irwindale drags.... Under Dog 2 and DDS chop top to run under the lights on Thursday night!

[Rocket Ron]

Go team UK 

[Dave Rosique]

Irwindale drags.... Under Dog 2 and DDS chop top to run under the lights on Thursday night!

Huh??

Looks like I better saddle up and head for Irwindale!

  

[Rick Meredith]

Irwindale drags.... Under Dog 2 and DDS chop top to run under the lights on Thursday night!

Huh??

Looks like I better saddle up and head for Irwindale!

  

I dunno.. it's supposed to be windy in Irwindale tonight

[vwcab]

Irwindale drags.... Under Dog 2 and DDS chop top to run under the lights on Thursday night!

Hey guys,don't forget to post PICTURES for us here at home.
Have fun. 

[Rennsurfer]

You cats have fun... the wind's been blowing since early this morning in Long Beach Harbor and it's not letting up. The Grapevine part of the freeway has been closed due to gale force winds, ice, and snow. I'll pass on Irwindale, tonight. I was gonna go.

So, yes... pics will be much appreciated.

[Fastbrit]

Well, I drove my car today - all the way to the gas station and back. Riding shotgun on my first CA drive was none other than Keith Goss! How cool...

The gearbox is bitchin' now - Mike Herbert gets a HUGE round of thanks from me!!!! It shifts perfectly, is quiet (despite solid mounts) and leaks no oil. 

Off to bed now (back from a chilly Irwindale) then up early to clean car at FAT then over to Veedub Parts Unlimited, then a cruise with Sarge before Nick's. Life is good...

[madfrog]

Tonight at Irwindale, sorry for the amateur pics 





madfrog

[Jason Young]

well i was wondering where the cars came from tonight. ive never seen those cars around here and now i know haha I was the younger guy driving the blue bug on erco's behind you guys...cool to see you guys bring the cars out here...thats awesome! if on sunday you guys see me in the lanes or pits,  stop by...it would be cool. how did you guys run btw? i ran a 7.36 @91.91 as last pass... getting there. I will be racing Super Stock this sunday.

[Geoff P DVKK]

It's so good to hear things are working out for you Keith. I hope to be there for Sat and Sunday and looking forward to seeing these cars!

[Martin]

rock on!

[Nico86]