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mariusstrom Samba Member
Joined: March 29, 2010 Posts: 745
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Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 11:01 am Post subject: HWE Type 1 Rack? |
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Howdy -
A friend of mine is getting ready to move, and he's offered me a roof rack from his dad's old '62 Beetle. I went to look at it today, and we're trying to settle on what a fair price is.
The roof rack overall is in great shape - no rust, has that galvanized look, etc. The "load capacity" sticker is still firmly planted on the wood slats that are all in great shape.
The only marking I found on one of the vertical ribs the wingnut/clamp goes through is "HWE". I can find a ton of Type 2 info on HWE racks, but I'm having a hard time finding out about anything related to HWE racks for Type 1s. Anyone have any insights? _________________ Marius Strom Otto: 1988 Vanagon Syncro Westy Camper
[SOLD] Felix: 1967 Deluxe Beetle |
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johnnypan Samba Member
Joined: October 24, 2007 Posts: 7431 Location: sackamenna
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Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 1:46 pm Post subject: |
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Most in this scene are lowballin tire kicking wafflers who'll beat their mom outta a deal...its refreshing to see a coupla cats trying to do fair business.Generally,depending on condition..and if the clips that hold it to the drip rail are there..Id say 150 to 250 bucks. |
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mariusstrom Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 3:49 pm Post subject: |
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johnnypan wrote: |
Most in this scene are lowballin tire kicking wafflers who'll beat their mom outta a deal...its refreshing to see a coupla cats trying to do fair business.Generally,depending on condition..and if the clips that hold it to the drip rail are there..Id say 150 to 250 bucks. |
heh, thanks. I think that's about normal price for racks, but the HWE Type 2 racks I'm seeing go for nearly $1k.
Other than touching/seeing this one in person, I haven't found any hints *ever* of an HWE Type 1 rack.. so I'm also wondering if it's legit or if it's a knockoff. _________________ Marius Strom Otto: 1988 Vanagon Syncro Westy Camper
[SOLD] Felix: 1967 Deluxe Beetle |
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EverettB Administrator
Joined: April 11, 2000 Posts: 69823 Location: Phoenix Metro
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mariusstrom Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 5:39 pm Post subject: |
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EverettB wrote: |
I'm not sure of the value but is it this rack?
For reference, a $1000 Bus HWE rack would have to be a full-length rack and those are not wood-slat, which is not a fair comparison to a Beetle rack. |
That looks a lot like it, thanks Everett. I wasn't able to find anything on the classifieds, nor was I able to find anything out in my web searching..
I know that a Typ2 rack is going to be quite different than Typ1, but still curious. You've answered one of my questions, which is that it looks like it might have been a quasi-official VW accessory, which is more than I can say for the empi repro I have on the car right now. _________________ Marius Strom Otto: 1988 Vanagon Syncro Westy Camper
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gt1953 Samba Member
Joined: May 08, 2002 Posts: 13848 Location: White Mountains Arizona
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Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 6:50 pm Post subject: |
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I purchased a Flat Four rack like that in the picture oh gosh 6 years ago for 50 bucks. The wood was patina till I sanded it and used linseed oil on it. I have turned down 250 for it as I cannot replace it. _________________ Volkswagen: We tune what we drive.
Numbers Matching VW's are getting harder to find. Source out the most Stock vehicle and keep that way. You will be glad you did.
72 type 1
72 Squareback
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AirCooledArtifacts Samba Member
Joined: March 30, 2007 Posts: 804 Location: Atlanta, GA
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Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 7:03 pm Post subject: |
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What you have on your hands sir is a true gem! Very nice! I suggest you get some roof rack locks ASAP. They can be broken off, but it least it will help you sleep a bit better at night in the event you leave the car parked for a long period of time. _________________ Eric Shoemaker, Owner
Air-Cooled Artifacts, LLC (formerly, Lane Russell)
“Reviving Classic Volkswagens”
aircooledartifacts.com
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mariusstrom Samba Member
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AirCooledArtifacts Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Feb 18, 2013 8:10 pm Post subject: |
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Of course! _________________ Eric Shoemaker, Owner
Air-Cooled Artifacts, LLC (formerly, Lane Russell)
“Reviving Classic Volkswagens”
aircooledartifacts.com
Follow our restoration work on Instagram.
Our vintage VW story — featured by Volkswagen of America, Inc, VW Trends & HotVWs |
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eagle5127 Samba Member
Joined: July 17, 2008 Posts: 620
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Posted: Tue Jun 11, 2013 5:21 am Post subject: roof rack load sticker |
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Eric,
Have you considered offering a roof rack load sticker ? How are the yellow bottle washer stickers coming along ? |
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compdrag Samba Member
Joined: May 06, 2013 Posts: 336 Location: Jacksonville
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Cool find. Wish I could come across an old one that won't break the bank to much. I did manage to pick up a knock down from ovals the other day and I'm loving it. Can't wait to see it in person. _________________ 61 Type 1 Patina
61 Type 1 Convertible
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Tiffostrander Samba Member
Joined: August 06, 2016 Posts: 1 Location: Marietta, GA
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Posted: Thu Aug 11, 2016 5:01 pm Post subject: 5 wood slat aluminum Roof Rack...Who Made it? |
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I found a 5 wooded slat aluminum roof, I believe it is a Volkswagen, but I can not find any markings on it at all. How can I find out who made it and what it is worth?
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hitest Samba Member
Joined: September 30, 2008 Posts: 10296 Location: Prime Meridian, ID
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Posted: Thu Aug 11, 2016 5:36 pm Post subject: Re: HWE Type 1 Rack? |
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Here you go. It is a rather common, American bolt-together rack. I currently own my second one. I bought my first one in '86 for $5 and my second one at a VW swap meet two years ago for $20. I feel it's worth more like $75. As you know- it's assembled just like patio furniture from the 60s-bent tubes and full of simple SAE hardware. I assumed they were sold through Western Auto or Sears Automotive depts. back in the day.
They are neat- but not a VW accessory- just an accessory that happens to fit a VW. If you look closely, the clips do not specifically match the profile of VW rain gutters when tugged at the right angle. It will still stay on the car- but I only ever used mine for show. To get it strapped tight enough to grip the rails- it places pressure on the four feet against the roof. Add to that the drag of your vintage cooler collection- you are sure to dent your roof! _________________
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I wonder what the nut looks like.
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