Scott's 59 Cabriolet

djway3474 · Posted: Sat Oct 18, 2014 8:23 pm Post subject:

It is Christmas at Scotts house Very Happy

ScottDoonan · Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2014 11:16 am Post subject:

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Getting closer to being complete.
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1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

danny gabbard · Posted: Tue Oct 21, 2014 11:21 am Post subject:

Now thats pretty ! Can I borrow it when finished ? LOL !
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ScottDoonan · Posted: Mon Oct 27, 2014 11:15 pm Post subject: 1500 Okrasa build

Unfortunately not a lot of shop time on my end as of late, but Mr. O has been continuing on motor build.

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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

ScottDoonan · Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 5:39 pm Post subject:

The motor and trans are final done and on the way to their new home. Thank you Mr. Okrasa, (Joe Ruiz) for your work. Next up the exhaust for this beauty.
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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

djway3474 · Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 5:52 pm Post subject:

A thing of beauty for sure

ScottDoonan · Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2014 1:46 pm Post subject: Support

Here are a few parts from the artesian builders that are in our community. We need to support them because they're not doing this for their well-being they're doing this for us. Thank you Mr. Capello and Mr. Gabbard your parts. As always they are spot on and high quality.

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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

Mr. Okrasa · Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2014 10:03 pm Post subject:

ScottDoonan · Posted: Wed Dec 03, 2014 7:42 pm Post subject:

Slowly moving forward. Power plant is here. Thank you again Joe Ruiz. Next up is exhaust and chassis assembly, and doors.

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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

danny gabbard · Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2014 9:57 pm Post subject:

I think Joe got the address wrong ! That motor and trans was meant for nevada !! LOL. Nice stuff in that crate !!
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Shipping is NOT included in any of my products or parts. Just want to say thanks from GAB-FAB for any purchase!!

ScottDoonan · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2014 4:32 pm Post subject: NOSE

During this restoration I was hoping to make a few noses (lowlight) complete, to help some that want a new nose skin. Our EARTHQUAKE destroyed 1year of work when the shelf crushed the pattern. So here we are, one set of nostrils remade, & now we have a template from the factory we can remake and re finish the original idea.

I will make 6 wanted that's fine, not wanted that's ok. There are many better fabricators out there, this is my shot. Good or bad it's up to you, just trying to help.
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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

bobnorman · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2014 5:55 pm Post subject:

Excellent news, great that you're doing this. In addition to being the finest kind of craftsman, you're a true gent Scott.
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ScottDoonan · Posted: Mon Dec 08, 2014 6:41 pm Post subject:

The true craftsman are gab fab, fast fab, and Jason at TRP. I am a hobbiest @ best NOTHING more. I definatly do try and help when/where I can. I hope I can in a small way help keep these influential pieces of design alive.
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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

djway3474 · Posted: Thu Dec 11, 2014 1:00 am Post subject:

Hey Scott,
I had the privilege to visit TRP/Jason this week Cool

SUPER nice guy and I got to see some amazing work.
I also got to see a collection of two 59 verts, one 59 coupe, a 356 vert and a very old Mercedes vert.
I went on a pick and found some old VW parts in some old sheds and saw some signs from the original Econo Motors shop and a beautiful 55 bug ragtop and much much more. If I had more time I would have tried to get down your way.
What a weekend Smile

Keep pounding that metal

ScottDoonan · Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 11:36 am Post subject: Tin time

Got a night in the garage, finally. Was able to start test fit tins and find what needs to be straightened before powder coating.

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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

ScottDoonan · Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 1:17 pm Post subject: NOS Signal switch

Switch just showed up. The postman is like my best friend. He has been here since the beginning and is always curious when he gets a out if country post mark to see what part has arrived.

Thank you Ray for selling me the parts.
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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

John Moxon · Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 1:26 pm Post subject:

If anyone else was putting together all these incredible NOS parts...I wouldn't believe it.

Scott however shows that nothing is impossible. Very Happy

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djway3474 · Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 1:46 pm Post subject:

Saweeeet! What are those two parts at the bottom?

ScottDoonan · Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 2:05 pm Post subject:

They are the cab top latch/hook covers plates. They go on where the J hooks and latch mechanism are.

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If you take time to do it, do it right and don't be so damn cheap.....🤙🏻

1959 Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (current restoration)
1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe
1967 Volkswagen Convertible Beetle
1969 Porsche 911E Targa 3.2 twin plug
2006 Porsche 987 Rüf 3400K Prototype #2 of 2

Loren · Samba Member Joined: January 10, 2004 Posts: 1698

I think the NOS switch above is for a bus. It should work, but you will need to add a wire or two since the 58-59 Ghia switch has eight wires and the bus switch has 6. The bus switch has a different knob too and it is cast onto the end of the handle, while the Ghia switch has a fatter style knob that screws onto the end of the handle.


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