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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: rays-64
Posted: Today 8:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

Tram wrote:

rays-64 wrote:

Those doors could my build right over the top

Of what?

Best hot rod notch of 2013 "in my mind"

Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Today 8:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

For your safety concerns while driving
http://www.airbagit.com/Suicide-Door-Automatic-Door-Safety-DL2500-pair-p/door-sui-00.htm

Think I found out a kit for my squareback....
http://www.airbagit.com/Suicide-Door-Hinge-Claws-latches-p/door-sui-08.htm

Type 3 :: RE: Transmission oil flowing out of brake drum?

Author: Nate M.
Posted: Today 8:25 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

On swing axle cars, the trans oil lubes the wheel bearing on the rear wheels. If you have trans oil coming out the drum, you have a leaking rear seal. I wouls recommend buying 2 rear axle seal kits and do both sides. Hopefully you didn't ruin your brake shoes by driving it that way. If you did, drive it, no big deal. Just pick up a new set of rear shoes and change them too while you're in there.
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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 8:15 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

rays-64 wrote:

Those doors could my build right over the top

Of what?
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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: rays-64
Posted: Today 8:08 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

Those doors could my build right over the top

Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Today 8:00 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

Tram wrote:

Don't tell anyone I said this, because it'll destroy my 'stock Nazi' image, but i actually like those doors and I think they can be improved to function and look nicely.

Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 7:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

Ave700 wrote:

I haven't gotten the door seals done yet, still trying to put off deciding weather or not to keep the suicide doors. The rear fenders im going to cut off, just need to get the guts up to do it. The pan as far i as i can tell has no damage, but its not the original notchback's pan sadly.
Thanks for all the intreset

Don't tell anyone I said this, because it'll destroy my 'stock Nazi' image, but i actually like those doors and I think they can be improved to function and look nicely.
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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Ave700
Posted: Today 7:22 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

I haven't gotten the door seals done yet, still trying to put off deciding weather or not to keep the suicide doors. The rear fenders im going to cut off, just need to get the guts up to do it. The pan as far i as i can tell has no damage, but its not the original notchback's pan sadly.
Thanks for all the intreset

Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: periscopebill
Posted: Today 7:17 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Will do! Thanks again!

Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 7:08 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

periscopebill wrote:

Thank you all for the good advice!

Tram, thank you so much for directing my attention to that post. I spoke with the guy selling it, and it looks like I will soon be the owner of a lovely 1971 squareback. I appreciate the mention of the transport company as well, all of it is very reasonable and totally doable. The car looks and sounds like it's in great shape, apparently the previous owners took really good care of it, it sat in a field for 2 years and then he replaced fuel lines front to back with correct german replacements, replaced fuel filters, adjusted pressure to make sure the FI was runny properly, replaced spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor points, condenser, cap and rotor, as well as a new coil.

I look forward to getting more excellent advice as I work to maintain and continue to improve it!

Glad to help rat- fock your life for ya... ask D/A/N what I did for him and neena sometime...
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Type 3 :: RE: Official TOOB members.

Author: Notched
Posted: Today 6:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1684

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She's finally mine. '57 Panel. At my storage space.
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This is a Fye project. You actually expect it to happen?

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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Throttle Body

Author: Notched
Posted: Today 6:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 84

Thanks. This has been much more of a learning curve than I expected!
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This is a Fye project. You actually expect it to happen?

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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: periscopebill
Posted: Today 6:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Thank you all for the good advice!

Tram, thank you so much for directing my attention to that post. I spoke with the guy selling it, and it looks like I will soon be the owner of a lovely 1971 squareback. I appreciate the mention of the transport company as well, all of it is very reasonable and totally doable. The car looks and sounds like it's in great shape, apparently the previous owners took really good care of it, it sat in a field for 2 years and then he replaced fuel lines front to back with correct german replacements, replaced fuel filters, adjusted pressure to make sure the FI was runny properly, replaced spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor points, condenser, cap and rotor, as well as a new coil.

I look forward to getting more excellent advice as I work to maintain and continue to improve it!

Type 3 :: RE: Transmission oil flowing out of brake drum?

Author: MonT3
Posted: Today 6:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

If no fluid looks to be running down the axle, you may need to remove the drum to get a better look at the cover plate that protects your rear bearings. I recently pulled the rear brake assembly off a 67 fasty in a yard. In taking off the drums, shoes and assorted springs, links, etc., I removed the back brake plate and in order to get at it, I had to remove the cover plate that houses the rear bearings. Interestingly it had what I considered tranny oil too. I thought the rear bearings were packed much like the front ones but these had oil. You may want to see if the leak is coming from there. I think once you removed the drum, you�ll know. Maybe your bearing seal or brake plate is loose. Could be a leaky rear brake cylinder?
Hope this helps.
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Type 3 :: Transmission oil flowing out of brake drum?

Author: madjon
Subject: Transmission oil flowing out of brake drum?
Posted: Today 5:25 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Came out to my 67 Square today. There was trans oil flowing out of the right rear brake drum and down the street! The axle boot is not split, I actually changed it a few weeks ago. If its a seal can anyone point me in the right direction as to what to look for and a fix?
Thanks!

Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: grantndub
Posted: Today 5:08 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

I like where this going.
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Today 4:54 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

Been researching the last couple of hours for c-channel or u-channel steel in 13/16" x 13/16" or close to it. So far no luck, although I did find it in aluminum (1" x 1"). I guess I could cut one side off of 1" square tubing to make c-channel. Or use aluminum? Any thoughts?
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Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 4:26 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Bobnotch wrote:

Mark Shutt wrote:

a 70 Type 3 started on 1st January 1970...

(goes and hides behind a large stone!)

Anything with 4 lugs.

In it or on it?

So if I want to add some meat to the bones of my '63, I should just remove one lug from each wheel? Cool. Hey, if I put the 4 extra lugs in the glovebox, I could have four lugs in it and on it! Woohoo!
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 panelvan/squareback colour combinations?

Author: Pelle
Posted: Today 3:15 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 32

vworwhat wrote:

Mine has chassis number 240113, so you are right. Problem solved.
Cool chart by the way Pelle, where did you find that?

Technical section here on TheSamba.

Type 3 :: RE: 71 Front turn signal base - broken screw points

Author: Woreign
Posted: Today 3:10 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

The exact same place is broken on my lens base as well. I used some JB Weld putty to form a new boss for the lens screw to attach to. It's held for the past 4 years now.

All the used ones that I've wanted to buy were broken in the same place as well. Strange...
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Eh? 7.5 degrees total advance at 3000RPM? That won't even pull a sausage off a dinner plate.

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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Today 2:30 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

If you're not keeping the doors.. I know of a perfectly good squareback they would fit on.... Fellow Oregoneon.

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Today 1:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

Thanks- I will hunt for sizes...
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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: MonT3
Posted: Today 1:38 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

That's some great progress. You've had the chance to look the rear portion of the car while off the pan, what's the verdict on the rear fenders? Are you going to be able to get them removed or are those on there for the life of the car? On the bright side, from what I can see, the pan looks to be in good shape so that's a plus for you. Thanks for sharing and look forward to your progress pics.
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: EverettB
Posted: Today 1:10 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

dc wrote:

What is the size of the original C-Channel stock that was used on Type-2s? Trying to find something close or the same...

Do these 2 links help?

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=151226
(Sort of hard to read)

http://dropgates.com/resto/tilt.html

I went outside and measured my original hoops and the outside dimensions are approx. 13/16" x 1 3/16" x 13/16".
The longer side is the "open" side that face inward, obviously.
Thickness is 1/8" as dropgates says above.
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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 12:52 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

Hey, I know that car!!

Great work- Can't wait to see it done! Were you able to get your door seals worked out?
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 12:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

THIS is more like it:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1476689

With the cost savings of paying less than half the other rust bucket's price you could likely have Four Corners transport it to B'klyn and still have enough dough left over to fix the brakes!
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: vworwhat
Posted: Today 12:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

Top nice type 3! Simply a must have
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Tram
Posted: Today 12:31 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

I lived in Ohio for many years and drove these cars there. As you doubtlessly know, that Ohio rust is like an iceberg- what you see is just the tip. UNDER the hood can be very nasty as these tend to rust heavily at bumper mounting points and inner fender wells, especially if it was "rustproofed" at the dealer at delivery.

Honestly- I would pass on that car at a grand, let alone four.

Plus, to me, the original fuel injection being gone would kill the deal at the outset.
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 panelvan/squareback colour combinations?

Author: vworwhat
Posted: Today 12:25 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 32

Mine has chassis number 240113, so you are right. Problem solved.
Cool chart by the way Pelle, where did you find that?
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Today 12:11 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

What is the size of the original C-Channel stock that was used on Type-2s? Trying to find something close or the same...
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Type 3 :: Ignition switch defective?

Author: Mark72Fastback
Subject: Ignition switch defective?
Posted: Today 11:56 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 0

I'm trying to replace the ignition switch on my '72 Fastback, but it seems that all the replacement switches I keep buying are defective.

When I reassemble the electrical switch and key cylinder into the steering lock housing the key will not spring back from the start to the on position. The steering lock mechanism has a large spring that causes the key to spring back, but when it's all assembled the plastic electrical ignition switch is providing too much resistance and it doesn't spring back.

Other people on here have posted that the plastic ignition switch itself has a spring in it that should help the key to spring back. Is this correct? In the below picture when I turn the ignition switch with the screwdriver there is a lot of resistance and when I remove the screwdriver it doesn't spring back. Should it?

Thanks,
Mark

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Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: rays-64
Posted: Today 11:42 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

hell of a lot of work for the weekend. Looks like your on the right path. Keep the photos coming.

Type 3 :: RE: My Notch Project, and a question about suicide doors.

Author: Ave700
Posted: Today 11:21 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 92

So last saturday my friends and i got together and ripped apart my notch, do the world a favor, dont weld you fenders to the body.
Here are all the photos from the day.

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Type 3 :: RE: Rays 64 Notch Build

Author: rays-64
Posted: Today 11:12 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

Mark Shutt wrote:

very good job indeed! nice paintwork too, well done so far!

was that "sludge" deadening on the pans etc? it's supposed to be good but an ugly mess in my opinion..

Mark.

yea I believe it was some type of deadening. There were small rust spots showing through so I though better safe and remove all. Luckily the pan was in pretty good condition. Some pin holes under the battery section and some rust and holes on the outer rockers. Unfortunaetly we repaired the rockers with new strips of steel plate to repair the holes, found out after that ISP sells new rockers sections.

Type 3 :: RE: Fan housing doesn't fit properly. Am i missing something?

Author: GjMan
Posted: Today 11:02 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

When you get those pics up we can probably help you.
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: GjMan
Posted: Today 10:58 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

I'll make it unanimous. Pass. Where I live that's a $1000 car at most. You cannot imagine what kind of job fixing all that rust will be. I'm even skeptical of the mechanical condition; those stock Solex carbs are not that hard to sync. Something is worn out.
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Type 3 :: 71 Front turn signal base - broken screw points

Author: robotrophic
Subject: 71 Front turn signal base - broken screw points
Posted: Today 10:53 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

On the turn signal base (that attaches to the body) the female threaded attachment point for my turn signal lens is broken off, and every used one that I look at has it broken off too. Is this is a common problem?

Does anyone have an easy fix?

I can definitely "make it work" but I'd like to know if anyone has some good ideas, or a guy to send it to.

Thanks,
Robo.

Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Mike Fisher
Posted: Today 10:51 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

They ALL will need rust repair/new paint eventually. The fenders/hood/hatch are bolt on items that can be patched off the car and bolted back on. It does have the stock Solex carburetors for maximum reliability & cooling with the black oil bath air cleaner!
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66 sunroof,67,71,71,71 AT,72,72 AT Parts
56 & 57 oval ragtop $2,500

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: Mike Fisher
Posted: Today 10:43 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

I would just take the C channel to a Muffler Shop with your dimensioned drawing. If you have a cutting/heating torch you could do it yourself?
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66 sunroof,67,71,71,71 AT,72,72 AT Parts
56 & 57 oval ragtop $2,500

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Today 9:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

I would think that c-channel would be easier to bend than square tubing...what do you think Should I give Harbor Freight press a try?
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Today 9:47 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

I am excited to see it with canvas. Think it will really make it stand out even more. Look like something VW offered.

Type 3 :: RE: What did you do for your Type 3 today?

Author: thom
Posted: Today 9:07 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2896

Had my sill plates polished and clear powder-coated. I took them straight from the polisher to the powder coater without even unwrapping them; in hindsight I should have taken them home and cleaned the polishing compound out of all the little detail areas, as they just shot the powder coat right over it. It isn't really noticeable, but it's one of those little things that will bug me.

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1962 Type 3 Karmann Ghia
1963 Type 3 Karmann Ghia
1968 Single Cab

Type 3 :: RE: 1971 Squareback question

Author: Flow Master
Posted: Today 9:01 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Dropped it off at ProFlow Performance this morning to have a few things looked at. Still need to address some wiring issues (no blinkers or tail lights). But should be done soon. I also have some bumpers on the way, hopefully next week. If they look as good as the pics I will leave them looking chromed but if the are not as nice I will black them out.
Glen
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Flow Master
Posted: Today 8:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

I agree on passing on this car. There is alot of work to be done to this car. $4000 is steep for this car.
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Today 8:48 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

EverettB wrote:

To clarify something above:
Truck hoops are C-channel, not full square tubing.
Not sure if that affects anything.

Best pic I could find quickly
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Interesting!
I always assumed it was a square... thanks for the info.
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: D/A/N
Posted: Today 8:32 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

It's good that the seller is forthcoming about the condition of the car, but I'd say pass on that amount of rust unless you want to get involved in some serious restoration work. None of the rust in those pics is "mere" surface rust that can be treated...it's all holes and it's rusted through. Even if the seller came down to $2500 it'd still be too much.

Sure it looks drivable, but beneath what you can see is probably a situation like some of the ones in this thread.....scroll through and look at the pics and you'll see what kind of repairs could be in store for you.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=550122&highlight=rust+dangerous

Unless you're skilled with welding and metal work, body repairs are tough and expensive to have someone else do. Rule of thumb tends to be that it's better to save $ for a car with a good body but might need mechanical or engine work. That car is going to need all 3 kind of work!!

Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: periscopebill
Posted: Today 7:56 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Thank you, all good to know. He did mention he put new seals on around the doors as well as the hood (although they obviously weren't taped off very well). He also sent me additional pictures when I spoke with him.

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drivers side floor pan ^
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drivers side heating channel ^
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passenger side heating channel ^
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I'm just trying to get a clear picture of all of these repairs so there (hopefully) are minimal surprises..at least with the body.

Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 7:26 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

66311 wrote:

Brent wrote:

Bobnotch wrote:

Mark Shutt wrote:

a 70 Type 3 started on 1st January 1970...

(goes and hides behind a large stone!)

Anything with 4 lugs.

Bahhh!

When did 4 lug start anyway. 66?

Fatchick Slang term for most air-cooled VWs that use 4-bolt wheels, such as 68 and newer Standard Beetles, Super Beetles, Bay Window Buses, 1970 and later Ghias, 1970 and later Type 3s, etc.
Yes 66 are 4 lug, but an exception for Type 3. The 66 has more early parts and the sheet metal favors early til the 70 model. I think the knobs and controls being early define it along worth the taillights and bumpers.
But hey whatever you think Fat Chicks need lovin to.

It was supposed to be a tounge and cheek joke. I don't call 70 and later cars "fat chicks", as I prefer to call them "late models", which is what they are. I've got 2 of them here, along with 2 "earlies". Remember, the type 3 was an upgrade to the beetle.
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Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: Mark Shutt
Posted: Today 7:23 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Type 3 got all the best bits 1st like IRS, 4 lugs and disc brakes. my 68 was the 1st to have IRS being auto, a year before MT got them
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Type 3 :: RE: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 7:20 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

It does look mostly complete and original (other than the re-spray). I'd get him to knock down the price, since it needs 4 tires (they're dry rotting as seen in the 1 rim/tire photo). Add in the cost of the fenders (you've got an idea what they'll cost), and see IF he'll send you some pics of the bottom (floors), to see IF they've been patched or are rusting.

With the limited pics, I'd say 2500 to 2800 for it though. Mainly, due to rust, the carb swap (it's supposed to be fuel injected), and needing tires. Add in there's wear on the drivers seat, and a missing cover for the seat mechanisim, paint overspray on all of the rubber bits (they could have taped it off better), and it probably needs new seals, are all factors in the price. Remember, this is a "salt belt" car, and you don't know what's hiding under the re-paint. If he won't cme down some, then I'd pass on it.
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=249390 -been busy working
64 T-34 Ghia...aka Wolfie, under construction... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=412120

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Throttle Body

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 6:48 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 84

Very nice. Great job.
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=249390 -been busy working
64 T-34 Ghia...aka Wolfie, under construction... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=412120

Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: 66311
Posted: Today 6:47 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Brent wrote:

Bobnotch wrote:

Mark Shutt wrote:

a 70 Type 3 started on 1st January 1970...

(goes and hides behind a large stone!)

Anything with 4 lugs.

Bahhh!

When did 4 lug start anyway. 66?

Type 3 :: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback

Author: periscopebill
Subject: To buy or not to buy '73 Squareback
Posted: Today 6:37 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

I've been looking for a squareback for a while now, not averse to the later models and I found one not too far to me. I've read through the buyer faq's but still have a few questions...

I'm primarily looking for a daily driver, but I'm willing to do resto (keeping it as close to stock as possible) as I drive it. It's a dual carb, pretty sure most of the engine isn't stock, the guy had it rebuilt 6 years ago. From talking to him it sounds like all the work he had done was about 6 years ago.. He said it runs fine, but has problems in a low idle because he can't get the dual carbs synced. It also has rust bubbling at the top of each fender near the windshield that I know is a common problem area, as well as a small hole in the drivers side heating channel. There's some surface rust on the front corner of the hood. He's asking $4,000 after reading through a lot of these forums this seems high to me.

I've sourced out some fenders as well as a hood and am not averse to replacing them if need be, but I'm trying to figure out if I need to ask him to go way lower or if this price seems fair.

He said the rest of the car is as stock as he could do, he will include the factory a/c, original radio, and original exhaust. Right now he said he has a 4-tip manza style exhaust which I would probably attempt to replace with the original exhaust, assuming it's in working order.

I'd love any advice, I've been wanting to purchase a classic for a long time, and pretty much fell head over heels with the square

It's posted for sale on here:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1461519

Sidenote-I've been looking for squares in Ohio area because that's where I'm from, but I hope to eventually bring it to brooklyn to live with me...

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 6:36 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

dc wrote:

So I'm proceeding with building a hoop/bow/canvas set for the truck but I'm running into some technical issues. I understand the original hoops on a Type 2 truck were made with square tubing....this is tricky to bend I found a shop in Seattle that will bend my square stock to my specs but it is pretty expensive. Can I do this myself?

Will something like this work:
http://www.harborfreight.com/16-ton-hydraulic-pipe-bender-35336.html

You could probably do it, but you'll have to take your time. You might even have to do the bend in steps (bend a little, and move over slightly, and bend again). It's tricky bending square tube, but it can be done.
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=249390 -been busy working
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Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: periscopebill
Subject: Re: To buy or not to buy
Posted: Today 6:31 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

D/A/N wrote:

periscopebill wrote:

I've been looking for a squareback for a while now, not averse to the later models and I found one not too far to me. I've read through the buyer faq's but still have a few questions...

I'm primarily looking for a daily driver, but I'm willing to do resto (keeping it as close to stock as possible) as I drive it. It's a dual carb, pretty sure most of the engine isn't stock, the guy had it rebuilt 6 years ago. From talking to him it sounds like all the work he had done was about 6 years ago.. He said it runs fine, but has problems in a low idle because he can't get the dual carbs synced. It also has rust bubbling at the top of each fender near the windshield that I know is a common problem area, as well as a small hole in the drivers side heating channel. There's some surface rust on the front corner of the hood. He's asking $4,000 after reading through a lot of these forums this seems high to me.

I've sourced out some fenders as well as a hood and am not averse to replacing them if need be, but I'm trying to figure out if I need to ask him to go way lower or if this price seems fair.

He said the rest of the car is as stock as he could do, he will include the factory a/c, original radio, and original exhaust. Right now he said he has a 4-tip manza style exhaust which I would probably attempt to replace with the original exhaust, assuming it's in working order.

I'd love any advice, I've been wanting to purchase a classic for a long time, and pretty much fell head over heels with the square

Where in Brooklyn are you? You might not be far from me up in Greenpoint. Where's the car? Do you have pics?

Better yet, you should recopy this post and start your own thread in the main part of this forum and you'll probably get loads of advice. That's how I wound up buying the Squareback I bought a year ago. People smartly directed me away from certain cars and towards others.

Thanks and good to know. I'll start a new one now... I'm in Clinton Hill area, but looking in the neighborhood of Ohio where I'm from. Hoping to fix what needs to be fixed there and then eventually bring it here with me.

The car is actually posted for sale on here, I just wasn't sure about etiquette when discussing members cars for sale...

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1461519

I'm just trying to anticipate repairs and basically not do anything stupid.

Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: D/A/N
Posted: Today 6:24 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

So how small would you imagine the market is for this car....aimed at "Movie, Film and VW buffs"

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And it "Comes with free 72 Beetle called the Force, however it requires to be painted and worked on, however its is complete from back in the 80's also."

Sounds like the force was NOT with that Beetle.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1433136

Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: D/A/N
Subject: Re: To buy or not to buy
Posted: Today 6:18 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

periscopebill wrote:

Type 3 :: RE: 72 Squareback - upgrade suggestions

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 5:45 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

KTPhil wrote:

Wow, I don't get the insulation on the fuel pipes and filter... or what looks like a '67 Bug generator (running backwards?). Or the funky breather.

Looks like the stock FI distributor, but an unused mechanical fuel pump. Strange engine!

That breather cap blowing off won't kill your engine. You may get the top oily but it won't kill it.

Looks like the heat exchangers and hoses are hooked up, so you aren't losing cooling air...

I'd tune it and check for air leaks and also intake vacuum leaks. Forget the add-on cooler... my stock '71 runs in 105 degree heat all day without overheating.

That's actually an early type 3 generator, used in 67 and 68. I've got 1 here just like it (minus the black paint).

I do have to agree with KTPhil, tune it, as it shouldn't have a problem. It looks like all of the cooling tin is in place though, so you might need to look under it, and see IF anything is missing. Here's a link to the tin page;
http://classicvw.org/gallery2/v/partsbook/Parts-book-pictures-only/enginetin.jpg.html
Note, you should have either #9, or #27, not both.

I've driven for hours in 95+ degree heat without an add on cooler, and last summer we ran 75 mph in 114* heat all afternoon.
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=249390 -been busy working
64 T-34 Ghia...aka Wolfie, under construction... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=412120

Type 3 :: RE: Disc 4 lug to wide 5

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 5:32 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

volkswagenut wrote:

Erik G wrote:

volkswagenut wrote:

So the early spindles wide 5 are the same as the late disk far as ball joints ( they will bolt up ) to a early beam ? I've got a 64 notch and want to swap to later disk (Porsche pattern for me ). Is it better to go 66-71 or go 71+ ??? Far as i know the caliper and bolt up area is the only difference on the 71+ spindle thanks for any info . Just want confermation on spindles before I buy some .

You want an early disc spindle to modify for wide 5 disc use

Does the 66-71 spindles work on early beams ( type 3 ) the ball joints and arms the same ?

Ideally you want the 66 to 71 spindles, as the calipers and rotors are easily found. the 72-73 rotors and calipers are larger, but are limited in availability. They'll also swap though.
Like I mentioned to the OP, the cut off dates for changes are what you have to watch for, since tie rod ends changed in size in 67, and the inner wheel bearing changed in mid 68. Note, the drum steering arms will directly bolt to the 66 to 71 disc spindle, so that will save you from having to change the tie rods and steering box drop arm. I hope this helps.
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=249390 -been busy working
64 T-34 Ghia...aka Wolfie, under construction... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=412120

Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: Brent
Posted: Today 5:28 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Bobnotch wrote:

Mark Shutt wrote:

a 70 Type 3 started on 1st January 1970...

(goes and hides behind a large stone!)

Anything with 4 lugs.

Bahhh!

When did 4 lug start anyway. 66?
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Type 3 :: RE: Riddle me this...

Author: Bobnotch
Posted: Today 5:20 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Mark Shutt wrote:

a 70 Type 3 started on 1st January 1970...

(goes and hides behind a large stone!)

Anything with 4 lugs.
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Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: periscopebill
Subject: To buy or not to buy
Posted: Today 4:47 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

I've been looking for a squareback for a while now, not averse to the later models and I found one not too far to me. I've read through the buyer faq's but still have a few questions...

I'm primarily looking for a daily driver, but I'm willing to do resto (keeping it as close to stock as possible) as I drive it. It's a dual carb, pretty sure most of the engine isn't stock, the guy had it rebuilt 6 years ago. From talking to him it sounds like all the work he had done was about 6 years ago.. He said it runs fine, but has problems in a low idle because he can't get the dual carbs synced. It also has rust bubbling at the top of each fender near the windshield that I know is a common problem area, as well as a small hole in the drivers side heating channel. There's some surface rust on the front corner of the hood. He's asking $4,000 after reading through a lot of these forums this seems high to me.

I've sourced out some fenders as well as a hood and am not averse to replacing them if need be, but I'm trying to figure out if I need to ask him to go way lower or if this price seems fair.

He said the rest of the car is as stock as he could do, he will include the factory a/c, original radio, and original exhaust. Right now he said he has a 4-tip manza style exhaust which I would probably attempt to replace with the original exhaust, assuming it's in working order.

I'd love any advice, I've been wanting to purchase a classic for a long time, and pretty much fell head over heels with the square

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 panelvan/squareback colour combinations?

Author: Pelle
Posted: Today 3:39 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 32

The wheels should be the slotted ones and the hub caps without panted logo.
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The wheel center should be L41 black and the rim L289 Bluewhite

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 panelvan/squareback colour combinations?

Author: vworwhat
Posted: Today 3:14 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 32

Can�t wait to get started. A proper set of wheels does the same for a ride as classic heels for a pair of looong legs. Simply irresistible
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Type 3 :: RE: Pictures of type 3's Roof Racks in USE

Author: vworwhat
Posted: Today 2:56 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 79

Time to inject new life to this thread . Nothing better than a loaded rack

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swapmeet bounty getting dragged 400 miles back to the cave... ragtop and westy louvre window...

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more prey... van cargo divider/partitions. One org type4 and one early Passat. Hope to modify the Passat one to fit type 3
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Type 3 :: RE: Rays 64 Notch Build

Author: Mark Shutt
Posted: Yesterday 11:07 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

very good job indeed! nice paintwork too, well done so far!

was that "sludge" deadening on the pans etc? it's supposed to be good but an ugly mess in my opinion..

Mark.
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Throttle Body

Author: supaninja
Posted: Yesterday 10:48 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 84

looking good
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: EverettB
Posted: Yesterday 10:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

To clarify something above:
Truck hoops are C-channel, not full square tubing.
Not sure if that affects anything.

Best pic I could find quickly
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Throttle Body

Author: Notched
Posted: Yesterday 9:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 84

Drilled and tapped the spud

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Machining outside diameter

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Machined the shoulder on one side

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Ready for the other side...
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Type 3 :: RE: Rays 64 Notch Build

Author: MonT3
Posted: Yesterday 9:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

Awesome job on your Notch. Look forward to the interior!
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Type 3 :: RE: 1971 Squareback question

Author: MonT3
Posted: Yesterday 9:18 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Car sure looks nice. Look forward to your post and pics. Congrats!
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Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 8:53 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

no joy! pulled the B pistons and added the ones from the box marked A... Put #1 on, got everything in place and no change! PUlled another A out of the box, let it share a pin out of A and measured... Same height. Different make of piston, same result. SO, they are both either B sets or they are both A sets and my roller crank rods are shorter than stock... Either way, I'm STUCK!
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Type 3 :: RE: Any turbo setup pics?

Author: Notched
Posted: Yesterday 8:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

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Type 3 :: RE: Montehms 67 Prairie Square

Author: MonT3
Posted: Yesterday 8:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 278

Last week I pulled the motor and placed it on stand while I waited for some rod tubes that were being sent. Tubes arrived yesterday so this morning I took the exhasut off as well as the exchange box from that 1-2 side. Removed the spark plug, rocker assembly, rods and head and replaced all the seals and tubes. Put the tubes in place and seated the head back on and tomorrow will be checking the torque (I understand it may be at 22lbs) on both heads as well as adjust the valves. When I installed my thermo, I placed the bracket on the head incorrectly and thus the the brass fitting that screws into the rod that lowers and raises it tore into the rod tube causing me some ass-pain with an oil leak. Why? Because the thermo expanded at an angle, directly next to the tube. With the thermo bracket seated properly, there's plenty of clearance that I shouldn't be having this issue again and the thermo will raise and lower correctly. At least that's what it looks like it'll do. I wondered why the thermo had expanded at an angle and now I understand why. What a difference the thickness of a bolth makes. I should have this engine back together and in the bay on Sunday and get back to adjusting those carbs so I can enjoy some driving!
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Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Yesterday 8:15 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

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It will do until I get my tires for the 17's.

Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: ataraxia
Posted: Yesterday 7:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

Send me a PM if you want a shift rod-I think I've got a few extra squirreled away.
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Type 3 :: RE: Any turbo setup pics?

Author: Notched
Posted: Yesterday 7:58 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

Yup!

I wish I could find some more examples...
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Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 7:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

I will be at the Table Rock Inn sometime between 3 and 5:30 before taking students to dinner.
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Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Yesterday 7:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

Killer, let me know the time and where and we can say hi.

Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 7:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

pictures???
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=5494415#5494415 <--Beige & POR

Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 7:36 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

THanks! BTW, I will be in Bandon Sunday afternoon. WOuld that be easier than trying to mail you the shifter at this point?
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=5494415#5494415 <--Beige & POR

Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: Mike Fisher
Posted: Yesterday 7:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

I have one of those Harbor Freight pipe benders that I use for 1.25" round galvanized pipe, but I have not tried square pipe or full 90 degree bends. It will kink the round pipe if you get too carried away. You might be better off to pay the Pro to do it.
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Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Yesterday 7:30 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

Your Volksrod plaque is in the mail back to you.

Type 3 :: RE: Beige the square and P.O.R. the notch are home...

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 7:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 208

Tonight I get back to the 1835cc. Hoping to get the B pistons out and the A pistons into the barrels and onto the rods. Then tomorrow I'll put the heads and rockers on and set the valves...
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http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=5494415#5494415 <--Beige & POR

Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Yesterday 7:24 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

Not total tuck. Tires are huge. But 15lbs I have full steer. 20lbs in the back is cruising height. `

Type 3 :: RE: Rays 64 Notch Build

Author: rays-64
Posted: Yesterday 6:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

thanks for the comments. Installed the 2180 today. 160hp / 152 torque at the crank. I know "type 1 upright in type 3 body problem. I have installed oil temp and head temp gauges to monitor this engine. I have also opened up the engine compartment directly below the rear cowls to bring in fresh air along with blocking off the lower section where the air was originally directly. Hopefully this will help with engine temps. If this does not work I will try ducting under the car directed to the back of the fan. Worse case I will have to sheet metal the engine compartment in.

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opened cowl area
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Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: Brent
Posted: Yesterday 6:23 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

chizucc wrote:

W1K1 wrote:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VW-Trike-/271207356289?pt=AU_Motorcycles&hash=item3f2537d781

you know you want it

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I'd rather have a Harley Davidson

Good thing a Fastback didn't die to create that.
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Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: vwfye
Posted: Yesterday 6:08 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

how low does it sit on the 14s? are the tires narrow enough to completely tuck, unlike the 205/45/17s?
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Contingent Melbourne

Author: dragsters for life
Posted: Yesterday 5:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2455

Shaven wrote:

Yabbadubbadoo wrote:

G'day mate..
Stickers, luv stickers. where? how?

talk to the God Father "dragsters for life"
or info is at the bottom of his sign off

still waiting on more boss, ryans been snowed under putting his newly painted flash 60s beetle back together, i understand as his been wanting to get it done for a while
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Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: Type3Buddha
Posted: Yesterday 4:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

Like you said, frustration. I don't mean to come off as an asshole.

I will do that with the hockey stick for 4th. If it ends up I need a new transaxle I have a plan.

I talked to Mark today at strictly foreign, looks like I can make out by selling him irs and, 2 12 v swingaxle cases. Found a place that was junking them at 25 a case, so I am going to buy 8 or 10 of them, and then "trade" for a rebuild super street freeway flyer transaxle for around 2-250. Just need to load them up and drive the 4 hours each way to drop them off, then wait 2 weeks and drive back and get my trans. 2 weeks turn around, probably go Monday.

Found these for sale cheap, so i might buy these and run em. Right now I have some rice rocket 14" 's since the 17's blew.
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Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: chizucc
Posted: Yesterday 4:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

W1K1 wrote:

I'd rather have a Harley Davidson
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Yesterday 4:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

Here's the plan:
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Type 3 :: RE: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Author: dc
Posted: Yesterday 4:16 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1003

So I'm proceeding with building a hoop/bow/canvas set for the truck but I'm running into some technical issues. I understand the original hoops on a Type 2 truck were made with square tubing....this is tricky to bend I found a shop in Seattle that will bend my square stock to my specs but it is pretty expensive. Can I do this myself?

Will something like this work:
http://www.harborfreight.com/16-ton-hydraulic-pipe-bender-35336.html
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Type 3 :: RE: 1967 Squareback

Author: notchnem65
Posted: Yesterday 3:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 23

Yes here it is in 2003
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Type 3 :: RE: Official whine about Type 3 cars and parts for sale

Author: W1K1
Posted: Yesterday 3:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5685

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/VW-Trike-/271207356289?pt=AU_Motorcycles&hash=item3f2537d781

you know you want it

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Type 3 :: RE: Fuel injection is playing games with my mind.

Author: melbatoast
Posted: Yesterday 2:36 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

Tram, I appreciate your help anytime I can get it. I'm going to play with it some this weekend and see if there is any damage inside or if it just needs a good cleaning. The mercedes guys dont mess around on their forums, and I cant remember how I stumbled upon them. They go into super detail about adjusting the throttle switch using an ohm meter. It confirmed my suspicions about the throttle switch though, so I just wanted some friendly vw back before I move forward.

Type 3 :: RE: Solex carbs different tops?

Author: 69SquareGuy
Posted: Yesterday 2:29 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

What perfect timing. I'm rebuilding a set of carbs and ran into this exact issue. Thanks!
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Type 3 :: RE: 72 Squareback - upgrade suggestions

Author: W1K1
Posted: Yesterday 2:04 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

don't forget about the missing plug in the timing hole on the pulley tin.

that's an aweful job on the fuel line plumbing, and the usual fuel filter in the engine compartment NO-NO.

The breather on the breather box won't help with oil spray in the engine compartment, there will be a mist coming off that when the engine is warm.
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Type 3 :: RE: 1967 Squareback

Author: luckystiff
Posted: Yesterday 1:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 23

did that car have a turbo ????cc in it at one point in time. it looks familiar. seems like it was on the kcw boards with a turbo at one point and the turbo set-up got sold....ken....
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Type 3 :: RE: 68 Square sitting on bags and tucking 17"'s

Author: Tram
Posted: Yesterday 12:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 126

Type3Buddha wrote:

already straightened the rod, ALREADY have ordered the Bentley, just waiting for delivery. I just found it funny the person Tram recommend to talk to about a transmission(since we both live in Oregon) is the same one who had nothing to offer, just to tell me what I already knew.

I just recommended him because he has a lot of parts and is wrecking these cars out quite often, and because he's sort of local. I have no clue what his actual inventory is.

As to telling you stuff you already knew, nobody has an actual inventory of that, either.

I know you're frustrated, but frustration never fixed anything.

Why don't you try shifting it manually into 4th back at the trans with a vice grip as a shifter (rod disconnected), then start it and let out the clutch and see if it'll stay in gear that way? It'll probably buck and then stall, but it shouldn't pop out. You'll know if it's linkage or trans right off that way.
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