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 11 
 on: May 01, 2024, 04:31:29 am 
Started by BossHogg76 - Last post by Catbox
Looks like an awesome start to a father son project!

 12 
 on: May 01, 2024, 00:11:16 am 
Started by kaeferdesaster - Last post by E-boyz67
What about Berg 84 wedge matted with new Carrillo Porsche journal 5.5 rods?

 13 
 on: April 30, 2024, 21:15:20 pm 
Started by BossHogg76 - Last post by BossHogg76
So now it is safely locked away in a secluded part of Northumberland the list has started, parts are arriving and after school monday 29th April. Daniel and i went up to see it, taking with us tools a jack (those low profile lightweight jacks, really aren't light weight) and some replacement front wheels to replace the ones fitted. There was nothing wrong with the wheels, just that they don't hold air, and as i have some  in stock...why not get Daniel to fit them. So that's what we did, Daniel gave the ragtop his approval and did ask whether we could fit Lamborghini seats, a careful "we'll think about it" meaning No, seemed to satisfy him. So new wheels fitted to the front a quick look over things and we were both smiling. We then moved onto carrying out some CAD (Card Board Aided) design to start on making a new dash plate. Once mocked up we could see that it needs to capture the line of the glove box opening and mirror that. Unfortunately Daniel ran out of enthusiasm so rather than sicken him it was wrap up time and head home with a Chippie tea. Mainly chosen to annoy the wife who had just come in from the gym. Smiley

And some pics:

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So that's the start of what i hope will be a fun adventure. The plan is that it is out in 2025, the engine is going to be the crux in that aspiration i think.  


 14 
 on: April 30, 2024, 20:57:17 pm 
Started by BossHogg76 - Last post by BossHogg76
I realise that the trend is to post pretty pics on Instagram, i do it myself and the days of long threads documenting projects is probably a thing of the past. However I did it for the 67 which is now about 11 years ago when i did that, and i think this would be a nice way to chronicle this project should Daniel ever want to read it. The 67 has evolved over many years and i fear that if i tinker anymore i will lose the vision i had for it when I built it, which was a Cal Looker with a bit of a punch that i could drive to shows in Europe and occasionally take down the strip. My lad who is now 9 is taking more interest in cars. (thankfully as he is train obsessed and has been for years) and in particular loved going to the Melbourne Drags near York. Now i could make the 67 more focused, but i took the decision to look for another project.

I've wanted a rag top for a number of years and at the start of 2023 took the decision to stop mucking about and take this seriously, The Hanz kindly looked in Europe for a suitable candidate but nothing came up, so i took the brave step (for my wallet) to ring everyones favourite purveyor of Gasser Garage Goodies, a phone calll, a return phone call 30 mins later. The oh shit moment of this looks like it's reality dependent on photos and few weeks messaging and waiting and we had a date arranged to pick it up. Given our locations in the UK, a half way spot was chosen and on Thursday 25th April the deal was done and the vehicle swapped hands.

So what had i bought? well I've the ex-Scott Bakken The One replica which is ex DKP i believe. It's a very solid base for what I have in mind, and just enough work to allow my son and I put our own spin on the car. It will not be returned to being a The One replica, but its heritage in terms of colour way will be retained, and we will put our own subtle twist on it.  I'm sure people will have their own views on what I should be doing with it, but please... this is a father and son project that I hope we have lots of fun doing and Daniel can learn how to hold a torch properly 😁

So anyway onto the pics.

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 15 
 on: April 26, 2024, 22:29:55 pm 
Started by restojohnny - Last post by restojohnny
The chrome is no good there is no rust/rott use as is or rechrome to be perfect the rubber is old and have cracks perfect to restore or use as is

I am asking only $150  shipped within the US overseas please ask for shipping quote

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 16 
 on: April 26, 2024, 09:41:10 am 
Started by Ivan - Last post by Bathtub57
Everybody and their dog loves '67s, but the rarest '67 of them all is the 1200 Standard  or 'Base Model'. It get's a whole lot rarer if it was originally ordered from new with the optional Golde ragtop sunroof (the last Beetle model/year to be offered by VW with a ragtop.) And then it gets far rarer if it was also ordered new as a Right Hand Drive car - as the only ones know were ordered as hire cars by a company on the Channel Islands between England and France.

It is thought 10 cars were ordered - about three are still known.

One of them is for sale!   


http://www.leriche.com/sales/carview.asp?reg=J72182&page=4

I own one of these.  It's a 1967 "Volkswagen Sedan with sliding canvas sun roof, RHD".  It's a Type 116.  This car was pretty famous in the 80's which is why I bought it with the intention of restoring it to its former glory.  It's now sat in primer and is a blank canvas as far as I see it.



 17 
 on: April 24, 2024, 09:47:20 am 
Started by LuftsickTero - Last post by Steve67
great new cars, that 67 is close to perfection

 18 
 on: April 23, 2024, 21:23:48 pm 
Started by benssp - Last post by Catbox
This thread has always been fun to read to see the innovations that come out.

Those carbon parts are awesome Richie.

 19 
 on: April 21, 2024, 20:47:01 pm 
Started by restojohnny - Last post by restojohnny
NOS Empi bumper guards fits 67 earlier they are in perfect condition so these are available until i find an NOS or near perfect 67 bumper to put these on.  I only have the pair.

I am asking only $325 shipped within the US overseas please ask for shipping quote
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 20 
 on: April 21, 2024, 02:21:56 am 
Started by restojohnny - Last post by restojohnny
Straight and true and it currently has a tire on it for the past 6 months with no inner tube and still holds air .... NO leaks.  Although i would recomend using an inner tube.  

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