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manxdavid Samba Member
Joined: November 24, 2003 Posts: 1841 Location: David Jones, Anglesey, North Wales, UK. Manxclub #678.
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Posted: Sun Oct 16, 2011 2:01 pm Post subject: |
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BL3Manx wrote: |
I've PMd my mailing address. |
I'd get him to make it Californian wine, that Italian stuff's not that good you know...
From MANXDAVID aka Bullshitter... |
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Roger1960 Samba Member
Joined: December 08, 2008 Posts: 65 Location: Joplin,Mo 64801
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Posted: Sun Oct 16, 2011 7:22 pm Post subject: |
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By the way,look at Bobfalfa5's site.It's evident he's been around the buggies---and that gorgeous gal--wow! |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Mon Oct 17, 2011 2:27 am Post subject: |
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BL3Manx wrote: |
bobfalfa5 wrote: |
5) i asked to post what radilas are period correct cause simply i am near to be sure that 1965 to 1970was no time for radial yet...especially in usa..
if you show me a radila tire of that period, commonly used on dune buggies, i will send you a bottle of good italian wine!!!
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Top picture is the 70 Empi catalog. I think thats a Dunlop radial on the top Sprint Star. I think the ones on the right Sportster are Fuldas maybe? I've PMd my mailing address. |
that is not empi 1970 catalogue. that's 1971 or 1972. i am the happy owner of 1970 one. there is no "filter dynamics logo" at the base page on 1970 one, simply beacuse in 1970 Empi were still owned by vittone family. It was sold to 1971 to filter dynamics.
i cheked every page of catalogue i have, and i have to say that, even if imps mk2 are rarely equipped with radials, mk1 like roger's one are never.
i have the "empi accelerator magazine" issue 1968
It was released to lanch the new imp remembering to people the old sportster was still on.
on this magazine i've found:
gates commando, farm flotation, street bias. that's all official period literature shows about imp mk1 and so i don't feel to be wrong about it.
but i want to be generous and become friends, cause i love tenacious persons: do you prefer red or white? we have good alternatives to french champagne here in the north of Italy!!!!!! _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Mon Oct 17, 2011 2:29 am Post subject: |
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Roger1960 wrote: |
By the way,look at Bobfalfa5's site.It's evident he's been around the buggies---and that gorgeous gal--wow! |
ty for watching my blog.
yeah, i am in love with kyotes too _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Mon Oct 17, 2011 2:30 am Post subject: |
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but they are bias bubbles!!!! not modern radial silicone ones!!!
look bl3!!!! _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Mon Oct 17, 2011 2:38 am Post subject: |
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manxdavid wrote: |
BL3Manx wrote: |
I've PMd my mailing address. |
that Italian stuff's not that good you know... |
mmmh, with this sentence you passed from "bulshitter" to "bulshitting specialist"....
maybe you would need a bottle too, to regress a little.
send your address... _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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Roger1960 Samba Member
Joined: December 08, 2008 Posts: 65 Location: Joplin,Mo 64801
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Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2011 7:05 am Post subject: |
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It's getting toward engine time.I'm asking especially the "period correct" buggy guys.I plan to use the existing engine,which is a 65 or so--or pull my Bug engine,which is about the same but in good shape for sure and has lots of power for some reason. Or should I get a 70's motor and make it bigger.I plan to just putt around town,mostly.
The other thing is the radio.I think I'd like an Empi one but could get an AM/FM Sapphire.Rarely do I even turn a radio on in any other vehicle so the practicallity matters little.Please give your opinion.
Always looking for Empi stuff,esp. white globe temp gauge. |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2011 4:28 pm Post subject: |
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basically i would let the 1200 (1300?) engine on.
i don't think you will race this imp.
40 hp on a 600 kg car are enough, in my opinion, if you are not a professional driver.
you could get something more if you need to rebuild it (something near 1500 but not more)
some little added power could be filter, exhaust and a 010 distributor, that is a very cool part and nearly "all out" at 2500 rpm
just keep it simple, in my opinion.
the look is important. think and look what you see in the engine looking at the car:
pulleys, tinwear, distributor, valve covers, exhaust.
pulleys:
the real important look of a buggy engine. My favourite part is "Empi dress up Kit". Buy it NOS. Ubeliavable quality (http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1089085)
this is an example. there are two kind you can find easily on ebay, here, cal-look.no One is this. all chrome. american quality of fixing and chrome. goes over original germn pulleys. no shitty chinese one needed.
there is another kind i prefer, with the external ring of crank pulley in black with degrees. the way to go!
distributor:
is your s a 010 centrifugal? very cool part to restore and preserve. a piece of history. ask to glenn ring , the true specialist. NO better distibutor for your car are available.
valve covers:
the best choice could be a set of original empi gt. i am afraid they are a little expensive.
i used dynosoars....but the price is even higher....
every aluminum valve cover with vintage design will work great
some examples
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1178089
http://cal-look.no/lounge/index.php/topic,16412.0.html
http://cal-look.no/lounge/index.php/topic,6718.0.html
These are my favourite:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VW-36hp-25hp-aluminum-valv...25688c06a7
exhaust:
if you love dual, just buy something that looks old, with roud ends mufflers a n cone exit. all chrome or painted with chrome cone. ur coiche. once they painted white. CYclone headers are very cool. they are metallic blue
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=779502
In my opinion the best is a 4 into 1 with high muffler. period ones were very different. nowadays they are too straight. a friend of mine does a top quality repro of original empi ones. i would consider it seriously:
http://www.dunewagon.com/product-p/003.htm
NEVER use this kind:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=759298
inlet manifold:
coolest choice could use a vintage empi holley bugspray kit
http://cal-look.no/lounge/index.php?topic=116.0
find one is not impossible.
In case you keep your original one, just chrome it.
FOR THE REST:
if the engine is running good, leave it alone. change oil a couple of times, adjust valve and go.
but get it naked to the last EXTERNAL SCREW and clean, polish, plate every bolt and pushrods tube.
not much chrome, please. only coil support, pulleys, bolts. all the rest original. just repaint in same colours and clean all.
just my opinion, obviously... _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2011 4:31 pm Post subject: |
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that's my engine. an old stock 1200. _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2011 4:35 pm Post subject: |
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probably 40-50 hp won't kick your ass, but they are enough to have some fun...
remember vintage is a lifestyle....
for the radio:
no radio at all. _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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Roger1960 Samba Member
Joined: December 08, 2008 Posts: 65 Location: Joplin,Mo 64801
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Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2011 6:48 am Post subject: |
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Great stuff,Filippo.I already got the full older fan cover,chrome plastic.Like this:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1011392
Since there's a place for the radio,I think I will get one.My new mirrors like you all suggested have the antenna built in.My original exhaust is saveable but not the type most people want.It is the correct Empi one.I'll try to save it and have it coated somehow but more likely will replace it.I also got an old Porsche ignition switch.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1204349
It has the old VW keys and I like that.What do you think about the Empi add on oil spin filter? |
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manxdavid Samba Member
Joined: November 24, 2003 Posts: 1841 Location: David Jones, Anglesey, North Wales, UK. Manxclub #678.
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Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2011 1:06 pm Post subject: |
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If you end up with a complete Imp kit it won't matter what engine you put in, you won't be able to see it anyway!!!lol...
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kustoms Samba Member
Joined: November 20, 2003 Posts: 1313
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Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2011 2:10 pm Post subject: |
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I have that engine cover and a hard top I no longer need. Maybe some other trinkets as well. _________________ Google this.
"Bread and Circuses"
And wondering what the heck happen to my Samba post count?!?
Tom Thompson
Tijuana Kustoms Inc. (TM)
1-516-338-8746
www.tjkustoms.com |
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bobfalfa5 Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2007 Posts: 255 Location: monza
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 9:58 am Post subject: |
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honestly i would not use neither side pods, nor engine cover.
in my opinion they are very heavy look and they add unuseful weight
i find them no dune buggy at all, especially not typical of mk1 imps.
i like porsche ignition key
i would add no filters on the stock engine. _________________ http://beachwheels.blogspot.com/ FIRST SPACE ON THE NET ONLY FOR VINTAGE BUGGIES AS THEY BUILT THEM IN THEIR GLORY DAYS, LOT OF PICS, MOVIES, TECHNICAL TIPS |
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BL3Manx Samba Member
Joined: August 29, 2006 Posts: 6767 Location: Northern California
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 10:17 am Post subject: |
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When I was growing up in the 60s, I and everybody my age thought big finned Cadillacs were embarrassing jokes. Now pretty much everybody loves them, and I'd enjoy owning a 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham as much as a Dino Ferrari. Tastes change and often come full circle, even strongly held and loudly expressed ones, and the people who recognize that early are usually the ones with the best toys in their garage. |
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kustoms Samba Member
Joined: November 20, 2003 Posts: 1313
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 2:23 pm Post subject: |
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one Imp side pod = 10.2 lbs
one Manx side pod = 9.2 lbs
Side pod on Imp during a broad side accident... Priceless! _________________ Google this.
"Bread and Circuses"
And wondering what the heck happen to my Samba post count?!?
Tom Thompson
Tijuana Kustoms Inc. (TM)
1-516-338-8746
www.tjkustoms.com |
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Roger1960 Samba Member
Joined: December 08, 2008 Posts: 65 Location: Joplin,Mo 64801
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 2:41 pm Post subject: |
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I'm not a side pod sort of guy and I assume they came out on the later series,not the 1968 style.My distributor is 0231129010 with no vacuum advance.Is that you you mean by a 10 distributor?My ignition came today and looks great for the buggy.The other day,I put new VDO guts in my Empi tach and it looks completely original.Would still like a good bezel for it,though.I need to send the headlights to a chromer.Please recommend one. |
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kustoms Samba Member
Joined: November 20, 2003 Posts: 1313
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 3:01 pm Post subject: |
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You dont need to chrome the headlights. Just buy new. They will be cheaper.
If you still want to chrome them or anything else, We use Kerr West in AZ. Mike does great work. _________________ Google this.
"Bread and Circuses"
And wondering what the heck happen to my Samba post count?!?
Tom Thompson
Tijuana Kustoms Inc. (TM)
1-516-338-8746
www.tjkustoms.com |
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Gary0302 Samba Member
Joined: August 29, 2007 Posts: 596 Location: Coastal NC
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 4:05 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Roger,
Just for reference, I am using the Stainless Steel Dietz Type headlights from Speedway Motors. I have seen posts where others use them as well, and are very happy with the product:
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Stainless-Steel-Dietz-Type-Headlights,4119.html
They are also offered in chrome. _________________ Gary David Holbrook
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"It's a buggy not a space shuttle...." - Dale M.
"When in doubt, blame it on the previous owner" - Gary0302 |
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BL3Manx Samba Member
Joined: August 29, 2006 Posts: 6767 Location: Northern California
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2011 5:34 pm Post subject: |
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Roger1960 wrote: |
need to send the headlights to a chromer.Please recommend one. |
AAA Plating and Polishing in Sacramento. I've had them do original Dietz 820s. I told them to be careful of the lettering on the shell and they came out perfect. |
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