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FrankenSubySyncro
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 Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 3:13 pm Post subject: NW Mog Fest 2011 |
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Who is coming to NW Mog Fest this weekend?
I am so excited to finally try out my new bumper in the pit this year. Last year I got fed up with my GW bumper plowing dirt and went home after MF and built this one:
Mog Fest inspired and soon to be Mog Fest tested, a whole year of waiting. I also can't wait to try out my 6.17 R&P.
Here is a great pic of "the pit"
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2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
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Steve Arndt
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 4:12 pm Post subject: |
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| Do you have a build thread about your bus here? |
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GWTWTLW
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 4:19 pm Post subject: |
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I'm there!! Heading out Friday after work.
I'm looking forward to riding shotgun with you as you try out your new bumper and tranny!
Woohoo!
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FrankenSubySyncro
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| Steve Arndt wrote: | | Do you have a build thread about your bus here? |
I don't have full build thread but here are pics of building the bumper:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/
Here are some of the specs:
2wd automatic converted to syncro
subaru 2.5 motor using small car kit (Delta cam shafts, full rebuild ~5k miles so far)
full reinforced skid plates front to rear (not the weak stock ones)
pathfinder swing out tire carrier
front and rear lockers, decoupler, solid shaft, 6.17 R&P, .73 4th, and 1.09 3rd
Kennedy stage 2 clutch pressure plate
BFG MT 30x9.5x15 on eurovan steelies (BFG AT 225/75/16 road tires on MB wheels)
930 CVs and axles front and rear
added stock cruise control and pwr windows
Syncro .org springs, OME shocks front, ProComp adjustable shocks on the rear
still need to instal longer rear control arms so I can use chains in the winter
Audi G60 big brakes in front
PowerFlex bushings
Propex heater
Pete I hope you have some more beer additive this weekend!
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1987 Syncro (converted 2WD auto)
2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
Nose job (custom front bumper) http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/
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Welchmaster
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 4:40 pm Post subject: |
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i will be there on Friday in 2WD Vanagon style, making sure the spectator section is nice and full!!! cant wait to see some sweet mogging!
its like Jogging, only way better!
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GWTWTLW
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 4:54 pm Post subject: |
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| FrankenSubySyncro wrote: | | Pete I hope you have some more beer additive this weekend! |
I promise to be well stocked!
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carterzest
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 6:25 pm Post subject: |
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What is this fest of which you speak of  and why am I just learning about it 
I am heading out Thursday late morning to claim my real estate and have plenty of time to get to know the terrain. Looking forward to some swimming, trail rides, beer consumption and European 4WD fun. Anyone need info, look at my sigline for details. This is the coolest event in the NorthWest and not to be missed. If you do not have a Syncro or Euro 4WD, just ask for a ride....you just would not believe the amount of sharing and caring that this event affords us.
WOOOOT! See you there.
| Steve Arndt wrote: | | Do you have a build thread about your bus here? |
I have been hounding him to do a post factum build thread on his Van......here is some of the crazy stuff that David does.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=475035&start=0
and here is some vanporn from previous years MogFest's
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=428770&start=0
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=373876&start=0
Enjoy!
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itsasyncro
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 7:39 pm Post subject: NW Mog Fest 2011 |
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Is there going to be a Friday trailride?
If so what time?
See all you NWMF'ers soon.
Jeff |
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Jon_slider
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 8:06 pm Post subject: |
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please post pictures for those of us stuck vanless behind the keyboard
Have fun!
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FrankenSubySyncro
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 8:12 pm Post subject: Re: NW Mog Fest 2011 |
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| itsasyncro wrote: | Is there going to be a Friday trailride?
If so what time?
See all you NWMF'ers soon.
Jeff |
We usually meet up front by the road, in the morning (I think around 9) and head out to Brown's camp from there.
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1987 Syncro (converted 2WD auto)
2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
Nose job (custom front bumper) http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/ |
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Motorsports
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 8:36 pm Post subject: |
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| Taking three trucks this year. heading down tuesday night with the first two. |
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FrankenSubySyncro
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| Motorsports wrote: | | Taking three trucks this year. heading down tuesday night with the first two. |
What kind of trucks? 3 syncros?
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1987 Syncro (converted 2WD auto)
2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
Nose job (custom front bumper) http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/ |
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carterzest
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| FrankenSubySyncro wrote: | | Motorsports wrote: | | Taking three trucks this year. heading down tuesday night with the first two. |
What kind of trucks? 3 syncros? |
My guess, a Syncro Doka, a G Wagen, and, hmmmmmm........?
Got a spare set of 15's at the shop I could borrow/buy?
I am currently rockin' the GW 15's with Michelin HydroEdge=NOT WINNING.
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pnwkayaker
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I'll be driving with the wife and kids on Friday night, my first MogFest ever !
Brand new Suby engine conversion (3 days ago), no skid plate installed yet (so probably won't be able to play too much, but will try to watch and learn as much as I can)
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syncrodoka
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I am calling in sick and heading up on wed. 
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WestyBob
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 10:12 pm Post subject: Re: NW Mog Fest 2011 |
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| FrankenSubySyncro wrote: | | Who is coming to NW Mog Fest this weekend? |
I hope to be there Saturday to watch the extravaganza. |
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GWTWTLW
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I am currently rockin' the GW 15's with Michelin HydroEdge=NOT WINNING. |
Dude, you'd be better off driving a zamboni through the pit!
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itsasyncro
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 11:40 pm Post subject: NW Mog Fest 2011 |
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FrankenSubySyncro
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| Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 11:54 pm Post subject: |
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| GWTWTLW wrote: | | Carterzest wrote: |
I am currently rockin' the GW 15's with Michelin HydroEdge=NOT WINNING. |
Dude, you'd be better off driving a zamboni through the pit! |
Too funny! LOL! Paint it white and put a poptop on it!
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1987 Syncro (converted 2WD auto)
2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
Nose job (custom front bumper) http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/ |
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carterzest
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| FrankenSubySyncro wrote: | | GWTWTLW wrote: | | Carterzest wrote: |
I am currently rockin' the GW 15's with Michelin HydroEdge=NOT WINNING. |
Dude, you'd be better off driving a zamboni through the pit! |
Too funny! LOL! Paint it white and put a poptop on it!
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HEY I just have not gotten around to the new tires yet....kinda had a few other things to sort out. You will be happy that the fanbelt squeal is back though Pete.
Eric was talking about Thursday afternoon for a trail ride as well. Funny, the only time my syncro has been offroad was on the way home from purchasing it in Tillamook when I stopped at Browns Camp.
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