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johnny d
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ken, THATS ....  i don´t know i´m speechless!
top man! 
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exciter
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I think I'm with JohhnyD on this absolutely speechless!!!!!!!!! AWESOME JOB Ken! 
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Barndoor Mafia
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ken, THATS .... i don´t know i´m speechless!
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You should come over next year and see it in person. 
Verstehen sie mich . |
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dawerks
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You should go with a unique paint/colour scheme (a la Rosie) and make those wonderful little toys of your creation. You made this bus from the ground up and it should have something that screams it! 
Rosie could've been just 'another' Deluxe, but it will probably be forever recalled due to it's delicious paint (and the toys of course). Thank you for sharing your work and progress! |
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andre b
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| I AGREE..ITS SHOULD HAVE A COLOR THAT STANDS OUT FROM YOUR EVERYDAY ORIGINAL COLORS,,,AND WHAT IS ORIGINAL???NOBODY REALLY KNOWS,,,,IF YOU LOOK AT OLD PICTURES EVEN THOUGH THERE BLACK AND WHITE,,THERE'S SOME PRETTY COOL COLOR COMBOS OUT THERE,,SO KEEP AT THE CRAZY GREAT WORK!!ILL BE WATCHING.. |
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dpeters60ghia
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| I AGREE..ITS SHOULD HAVE A COLOR THAT STANDS OUT FROM YOUR EVERYDAY ORIGINAL COLORS,,,AND WHAT IS ORIGINAL???NOBODY REALLY KNOWS,,,,IF YOU LOOK AT OLD PICTURES EVEN THOUGH THERE BLACK AND WHITE,,THERE'S SOME PRETTY COOL COLOR COMBOS OUT THERE,,SO KEEP AT THE CRAZY GREAT WORK!!ILL BE WATCHING.. |
Ken has already dropped some hints about his "theme" for this bus.
I posted this earlier, but I think it's just about due for a refresh.
THIS...
Ken has been a little non-committal about the details... but it's gonna be a looker!
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Niels - AirMighty.com
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Rich's 50
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oldbusboy
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Awesome work Ken!
What is the plan for the drive to the Classic? Convoy via BC?
Trevor
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Concept1
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Awesome work Ken!
What is the plan for the drive to the Classic? Convoy via BC?
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Thanks, unfortunately I doubt we would head in that direction, as it adds quite a few hours to the drive, and the mountain range heading south is not as large as heading west. Plus we have to stop and see Art in Salt lake.
The plan as of this far is I'm taking the '52, a friend of mind will drive the '54 kombi, Trevor will take his '53 truck, Chris will be bringing his '55 wolfsburg single cab, and a couple others with various buses, etc. Sounds good in theory, but lots of work ahead of all of us to make that happen.
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veedub
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You can do it!
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Concept1
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Well, Ive got a set-in-stone date to take the bus out to the bodyshop on the island... next Friday!
I've got to get as much of the metal work done as possible before then, at least all the detail stuff I'm worried about.
Like this section, that was just messed. This bus uses the early style T heater knob.
And this is a pic Franz sent me of what should be there.
And my copy of that piece, in stalled.
And some people are skeptical that I'll be able to finish the metal work in time... 
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LJay
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hugelarge
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As crazy as you are too take a project like this, you never cease to amaze !!!!! it look great !!!!!
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GeoffP
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| It's the big day! Have a safe road trip to the Island. If you need anything while in the Vancouver area drop me a line. |
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silvertonguedevil
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Ok. I grew up around classic american rods and customs. I had no choice as this was what my dad was into. I found Volkswagens on my own. I just have to say, that I've seen some pretty crazy shit as far as projects and what's put into some restorations or custom jobs on those cars but......
NOTHING compares to some of the work I've seen since I've been a member here on the Samba. It is just absolutely amazing what is done to keep these vehicles alive and on the roads. I think I can even go as far as to say that there must be a deeper connection, more dedication.....a deeper love for these vehicles.
This build is just nothing short of amazing. My hat is off to you, sir.
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52 split
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| i would take a guess that this bus is going to the courtney, campbell river area for body work n paint.whats the turn round time on it. jims past work looks very top noch. |
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Concept1
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Thanks for the offer Geoff. We made the 2200km round trip, without much issue. Just some crappy weather and 3 blown trailer tires... 
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Ok. I grew up around classic american rods and customs. I had no choice as this was what my dad was into. I found Volkswagens on my own. I just have to say, that I've seen some pretty crazy shit as far as projects and what's put into some restorations or custom jobs on those cars but......
NOTHING compares to some of the work I've seen since I've been a member here on the Samba. It is just absolutely amazing what is done to keep these vehicles alive and on the roads. I think I can even go as far as to say that there must be a deeper connection, more dedication.....a deeper love for these vehicles.
This build is just nothing short of amazing. My hat is off to you, sir. |
Thank you. I appreciate your comment very much. I've been inspired by what other have done on this site as well. Massive amounts of work, and as you say, dedication.
Well, I made it past what was for sure the most challenging step. The metal work. I have to admit, there is some tricky bits I left for Jim to tackle, but he and Paul are incredible at what they do. I think he should change the name of his shop to "Jim's house of miracles"
Yes, the bus is out at Original Restorations in Courtaney B.C. It's a massive drive from here including a two hour ferry ride each way. My two buddies and I did the drive over the course of 3 days leaving very early on Friday morning. People question why I do this. Jim is an old friend, and incredibly passionate about these cars. He's worth it.
A few shots of the bus, with the metal work 95% complete.
Loading her up on Thursday night
Jim, checking her out.
Loading up the last car we took out there, a '65 911 for a customer.
On the ferry on the way home.
A "good" section of road on the way home. There was a blizzard so bad, we couldn't see the road at all, at some points.
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Mr. Bungle
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very happy to hear your trip to the island and back was allright ken. i'll second what geoff offered, and say that if there is anything you need when passing through the lower mainland on one of your trips, please dont hesitate to drop me a pm/email.
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| Jim is an old friend, and incredibly passionate about these cars. He's worth it. |
all valid reasons, and after seeing the results in person on your 25a and pics of andrews dc...jim is the go to guy for sure! well worth it imho.
speaking of andrew...that crazy bastid does funny things with his right hand when he gets excited!
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