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68moose
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Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
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 Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 5:38 pm Post subject: 1965 variant S |
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I just picked this car up a couple weeks ago. It needs a lot of work, but it's very original and I can't wait to get it back on the road.
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ataraxia
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 5:40 pm Post subject: |
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Looks like a decent start.
Are you going to keep it stock? |
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squaretobehip
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 8:04 pm Post subject: |
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Well there's something you don't see everyday. A Velvet Green Type 3. Congrats!
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bobnorman
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 8:35 pm Post subject: |
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| Nice. Looks to be pretty complete. Any interior shots? What are your plans? IMHO you're always better off with stock, particularly with the early T-3s, and if, as you say, its pretty original, then you are already ahead of the game. But as they say...it's your car. |
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68moose
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Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 9:34 pm Post subject: |
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Interior is complete but in need of replacing. My plan is to go back stock. Essentially leave the outside as is, get it restored mechanically first. It needs pans, that's my first order of business. It also has a gas heater.
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rustyfastback
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 9:44 pm Post subject: |
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| Looks like a great project. Velvet green is a great color. Is that the car that was for sale by weatherly (not positive on sellers id) several years ago? It definately looks like the same car. |
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bobnorman
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| Posted: Sat Mar 01, 2014 10:08 pm Post subject: |
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| Interior is complete but in need of replacing. My plan is to go back stock. Essentially leave the outside as is, get it restored mechanically first. It needs pans, that's my first order of business. It also has a gas heater. |
Good plan. Gas heater eberspacher or perfection? |
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68moose
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| Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2014 7:02 am Post subject: |
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| The guy I bought it from got it from Texas years ago. I think before that it was in New Mexico. |
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MonT3
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| Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2014 8:00 am Post subject: |
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Nice square and it's still hanging in there. I'd consider starting at the bottom and working my way to mechanical. pedals, brake line, and the tunnel will need some work. If you can get that pan corrected and have a good base then everything else may fall into place fairly well barring any unexpected issues.  I like the outside of it as well. Weathered and holding his/her own (not sure if you have a name for it  ). Look forward to seeing this build come along and welcome to the community.
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ALLWAGONS
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Nice car!
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rustyfastback
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| The guy I bought it from got it from Texas years ago. I think before that it was in New Mexico. |
That is the one then. It was for sale in Texas when I looked at the add several years ago. Can't wait to see some more photos  |
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Erik G
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 8:44 am Post subject: |
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| 68moose wrote: |
| The guy I bought it from got it from Texas years ago. I think before that it was in New Mexico. |
That is the one then. It was for sale in Texas when I looked at the add several years ago. Can't wait to see some more photos |
Yeah, I believe it was an older gentleman that originally had it on craigslist as a 67 or 68. I had emailed him to tell him that it was earlier and that someone would want it for a restoration. He seemed very very nice
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68moose
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| Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2014 10:03 pm Post subject: |
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Ready for pans.
Nice, unhacked dash, needs a new pad!
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VWporscheGT3
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why is it that every dang back bumper you see on a car like this is bent the same way !!!! arg lol . nice find though!
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68moose
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| Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2014 11:31 am Post subject: |
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| I assume its from being towed incorrectly. |
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ALLWAGONS
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| why is it that every dang back bumper you see on a car like this is bent the same way !!!! arg lol . nice find though! |
I always wonder, why.... why use a forklift to pull out a car. that's why I never ask for help when pushing a car. 
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68moose
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| Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2014 1:56 pm Post subject: |
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| So, this car did not come with keys. I assume i just need to replace the ignition switch? If so, how hard is that to do? |
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ataraxia
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| So, this car did not come with keys. I assume i just need to replace the ignition switch? If so, how hard is that to do? |
It's not hard but it is tedious.
If you're replacing it: Trace the wires from the back of the ignition switch to the bottom of the column head. Heat and release the wires on the connection plate and cut the very end of the wire next to the spade connector.
If you want to keep the ignition switch: Remove the wires at the switch by carefully heating the solder and pulling the wire-don't leave the heat there for long. You'll be pushing the switch out from left (bakelite/wire end) to right (keyed side). Don't try that yet...there's a little more to do.
Next, remove the steering wheel, the turn signal arm and the contact plate underneath. Then remove the single slotted screw and pull out the lock block (aluminum piece). You should be able to see the lock button sticking out-push that in with a thin file/screwdriver and with your thumb or other finger-push the back of the ignition switch into the column (the keyed end should be sticking out) until it comes out-make sure you support the bakelite piece on the back-the bakelite is as strong as a dollar store trash bag.
Possibly useful information:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=7001901&highlight=ignition#7001901[/b] |
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68moose
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| Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2014 3:09 pm Post subject: |
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| thanks for the info. So, its only the later cars that have the 1 key for doors and ignition? 65 had a separate ignition key? Does the switch have the code on it where i can have a key made? |
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ataraxia
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| Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2014 3:49 pm Post subject: |
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| I've taken a few early ignitions apart and not found a key code (pre 66). The later style (66/67) is a little different and they have key codes. |
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