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Title: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 17, 2011, 19:03:34 pm Well after contless cars and projects I picked up with the HELP Tim Scholl I picked up a Red 1965 beetle.
Anyway Photos that Tim took for me, (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/nellisrange12038.jpg) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Copyofnellisrange12049.jpg) Ive been working long hours and learning french so my evenings have been taken up, BUT on the day she arrived ( Thank you Cal ship ) The Mrs took some photos for me. (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture001-3.jpg) Tucked up nice and safe (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture003-3.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 17, 2011, 19:09:04 pm So current spec
Motor- 2276 built by Jon Chabot TopLine 9.5:1 compression, 48 IDF Weber, Intakes port matched to head, 40X35.5 heads ported/polished by Sean McCarthy, Straight cut gears, 009 distributor with Petronix pointless ignition, 8 doweled crank. 1 5/8 Thunderbird header w/Dynomax muffler. Trans- built by Jim Kaforski-Der Transaxle.4.12 Klinkenberg R&P, SuperDiff, Billet Side Cover, Sway-A-Way axles Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 17, 2011, 19:11:47 pm Current Plans for EBI
Insurance MOT Register Tax Little bit of Paint work Fit T bars - Thank you Zach Ercos Over the winter Beef up the Gearbox and Hopefully install a Jeff Denham 4" Motor.. So Big Thanks to My Club mates, Jeff , Tim. Rob Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Wunder Wim on May 17, 2011, 19:14:23 pm Nice cars,
hope to see it in the flesh at EBI Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: AntLockyer on May 17, 2011, 19:46:13 pm Nice looking car, congrats!
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Martin Greaves on May 17, 2011, 19:55:53 pm Nice up for sale soon then. :P :D ;D
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Lids on May 17, 2011, 20:08:50 pm Can i have first dibs when you sell in July! :P Nice car.
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Flow on May 17, 2011, 20:14:17 pm Awesome car, I love it !!! :o
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Mags on May 17, 2011, 21:17:38 pm Nich Rob
Let me Now if you need Black Alu T-bars ;) Mags Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 18, 2011, 07:12:45 am Cheers guys for once I feel under know preasure to sell her, enjoying tinkering and loved the fact after a quick check she fired right up...
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: jonathan on May 18, 2011, 13:15:31 pm Nice car!
Kept seeing it for sale on the Samba and couldn't understand why it didn't sell right away,seemed like an awesome deal to me. Look forward to seeing it at EBI! Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 18, 2011, 13:47:46 pm I know a few of the reasons why it didnt sell but for the right money they can and ARE being sorted :)
Really cant wait for EBI going to put the MRs on the insurance so she can cruise too Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 19, 2011, 19:51:31 pm Right as I said MOT time Sunday so its the little things that need checking..Got to get the wipers on and adjusted next.
Anyway, need to sort out the stance, I think she will tuck under ok when shes had a nice drive.. (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/IMG-20110519-00136.jpg) Rear end (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/IMG-20110519-00142.jpg) As you can see the Cage is tied into frame horns ;) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/IMG-20110519-00139.jpg) Inside..seats...Crow belts and cage (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/IMG-20110519-00138.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Flow on May 19, 2011, 20:48:35 pm I think the car just need bigger rear tires, but wooooawww :o I love it
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 20, 2011, 05:55:36 am i dunno 205/70/R15 seams to sit well with alot of lookers
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Gaz1 on May 20, 2011, 22:18:49 pm Nice bug dude,liking that 8)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: BossHogg76 on May 20, 2011, 23:35:42 pm looking good, now i just need you engine in my bug....i'd best start saving my pennies ;D
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 23, 2011, 07:56:34 am Morning chaps, MOT was sunday. She did well FAILed on the passenger door lock , it decided it wouldnt open for some reason. So a few little jobs and Re MOT this weekend.
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Lone Wolf on May 23, 2011, 10:23:14 am looks tasty Rob
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Neil Davies on May 23, 2011, 14:07:28 pm Morning chaps, MOT was sunday. She did well FAILed on the passenger door lock , it decided it wouldnt open for some reason. So a few little jobs and Re MOT this weekend. The paint job I am not 100% happy with so depending on budget I am very very tempted to go for a decromed look over winter..... Thoughts? Don't mess! :D Get driving, rip around in it for a while and enjoy it. THEN decide if you want to repaint it! ;D Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 23, 2011, 16:14:58 pm Morning chaps, MOT was sunday. She did well FAILed on the passenger door lock , it decided it wouldnt open for some reason. So a few little jobs and Re MOT this weekend. The paint job I am not 100% happy with so depending on budget I am very very tempted to go for a decromed look over winter..... Thoughts? Don't mess! :D Get driving, rip around in it for a while and enjoy it. THEN decide if you want to repaint it! ;D Yeahd dude i know your right , but over winter a few thoughts on loosing the chrome ;) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Zach Gomulka on May 23, 2011, 17:17:24 pm I think that would look good, already got 1 pc glass. You could also loose the front indicators, exhaust outlets, and the US spec bumper holes in the apron/rear wings ;)
Did you get my reply to your pm the other day? Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: jamiep_jamiep on May 25, 2011, 09:04:50 am Nice car! :)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 25, 2011, 09:56:33 am Thanks guys body shop booked for a few little issues Before EBI on the 13th , then in for some more work later in the year...
Zach yeah I did , trying to find a decent place round my area to get the frabric put in !! SHAME YOU DONT LIVE IN THE UK !!! Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Nico86 on May 25, 2011, 23:35:56 pm Something happens with these wheels, the red, the interior... awesome car!
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Zach Gomulka on May 26, 2011, 02:15:51 am Thanks guys body shop booked for a few little issues Before EBI on the 13th , then in for some more work later in the year... Zach yeah I did , trying to find a decent place round my area to get the frabric put in !! SHAME YOU DONT LIVE IN THE UK !!! ::) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 26, 2011, 07:58:03 am Thanks guys body shop booked for a few little issues Before EBI on the 13th , then in for some more work later in the year... Zach yeah I did , trying to find a decent place round my area to get the frabric put in !! SHAME YOU DONT LIVE IN THE UK !!! ::) Common dude , you should pop over for DAS DRAG DAY in steptember :) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Zach Gomulka on May 26, 2011, 14:02:15 pm If I can find a cheap fare it's not out of the question;)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on May 26, 2011, 15:36:59 pm Well You have a place to stay in the UK, drive with us to Germany spend a couple of days over there and fly out BOOOM OOOSh sorted ...
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 03, 2011, 17:05:04 pm SHE NOW HAS AN MOT :)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: AntLockyer on June 03, 2011, 19:10:27 pm Congratulations!
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 58vw on June 10, 2011, 22:29:56 pm congrats...and wheels....any new development on them...pics..???
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 11, 2011, 11:33:00 am wheels are currently in the air :) ...soon to be seen :)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 14, 2011, 22:12:28 pm Can you say cock tease ;)
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/IMG-20110614-00160.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 14, 2011, 22:13:59 pm We do miss this 67 hough :-[
The sleeper look really is cool as beans (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/67.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: roland on June 15, 2011, 11:59:33 am why did you sell it?
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 15, 2011, 12:08:11 pm At the time I didnt have the money to find an engine for it and swap the spool out for a super diff. You never know I may get it back one day ..
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 20, 2011, 10:49:46 am ooosh EBI hear we come :)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: roland on June 20, 2011, 16:47:00 pm I'd keep the 65...
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: peach_ on June 20, 2011, 23:30:44 pm Well it Turns out I have the option to buy back the Sleeper 67....So I will have a think about it , but does anybody want the 65 minus the motor... 65 Mot and Tax ( Rot Free ) UK registered Built Der Trans Box all tied in Erocs + Tyres 1 peace windows Crow harneses Fat Buisuit seats etc RLR cage tied into the fame horns Guages etc Locking Berg shifter Paint is a 7 out of 10 , looks good but a few marks etc.. Willing to let it go with out the Motor.. for £5500, wack a 1600 in and your away or something bigger.. Anyway I will have a think about it .. Fook me thats cheap! Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 21, 2011, 08:03:25 am Spread the word ;) I really want my old 67 Back....! Its a Firm Price and will be ready for somebody any time after EBI...
Rob Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Peter on June 21, 2011, 11:10:49 am Dude, just keep a car for once ;)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 21, 2011, 12:10:23 pm Yeah as it tuns out today, She will be a keeper ( in a matter of hours )...Situation changed so all good now...
Ercos wont be on for EBI but taking her out for a test drive tonight :) UK plates have arrived.. Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Diederick/DVK on June 21, 2011, 14:26:30 pm dude, you're fickle ;)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 21, 2011, 14:40:05 pm dude, you're fickle ;) You have no idea.... I live at 100 miles an hour...I drive my girlfriend nuts ... ROLL ON EBI Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: jamiep_jamiep on June 21, 2011, 16:22:12 pm dude, you're fickle ;) You have no idea.... I live at 100 miles an hour...I drive my girlfriend nuts ... ROLL ON EBI Hahaha.... you sound just like me, lotsa people don't get it, but I'm always smiling :) Glad to hear its staying though, it would have caused me problems in the financial and marital dpet. if this came up for sale :) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 21, 2011, 16:32:54 pm Yeah going to sort a few things over winter to make me Smile through the cold winter nights :)...
Yeah its in my blood to swap and change...The only thing I havent changed is my GF..10 Years OUCH Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on June 21, 2011, 23:19:39 pm Tonights Club meet :)
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/photo2.jpg) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/photo.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on July 06, 2011, 22:10:29 pm Well just over 500 miles in her for EBI, had a fantastic weekend with good friends and epic dubs. Got some photos of her and ill post a vid or two late ;)
(http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture066.jpg) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture107.jpg) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture114.jpg) (http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m38/54oval/Picture115.jpg) Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: BossHogg76 on July 07, 2011, 12:14:57 pm loving those pics, now got me thinking I should do more to mine and maybe try black trim along with black t bars.
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: Gaz1 on July 07, 2011, 22:45:44 pm Great pics :)
Title: Re: Londons new resident cal looker 65 Type 1 Post by: 71CALRIPPER on July 25, 2011, 16:44:00 pm Ercos being fitted this weekend :)
Also over winter...I think she needs to go full call.. may loose the trim and have lucas front indacators :) Role on winter time changes |