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Tue Dec 06, 2011 7:50 pm

Here is a link to see what I've posted so far:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=5719850#5719850

I kinda hijacked another thread. Sorry. So from now on I'll post all pics and progress here. Sorry for the confusion.

If you check it out leave your feedback and comments here please.

Thanks.

Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:16 pm

Here is how it looks as of Sunday night. I have 4 kids so late nights on the weekends are the only time I have to work on it.

Tue Dec 06, 2011 8:46 pm

Ill post a few pics here to make it a little easier.

Started on a 6" chop.

Puttin it back together.

Leftover 6" section

Finishing up the doors.

Donor clip from a mid 70's bay.

Started the transition.

Passenger side.

Started on the back window.

Back window section all in.

Now onto the drivers side.

Drivers side intact and filled the gay bay tail light hole.

Big change.

As it sets as of Sunday night. I know I already posted this pic but I figured it would look better in order.

This is were I am. Plans still include:

Suicide doors
4" body drop
Safaris front and rear
Beam extension
2" tranny raise
Custom made bed

Possibly a RHD conversion. Depends on time and money. Wanna finish it by March 1st. I set myself deadlines why I have no clue.

Let me know what you think please.

The two vehicles were both headed to the scrap yard so I saved the best of both, I dont like to destroy VWs I just seen a chance to make 1 outta two piles.

Any comments, suggestions, or ideas I'm all ears.

Thanks
Brandon.

Wed Dec 07, 2011 7:47 am

I assume you you belong here as well http://volksrods.com/

There are a few people on here that don't appreciate your (and my) tyoe of projects, so keep a thick skin. Anyway, car looks good and keep the pics coming.

Wed Dec 07, 2011 11:55 am

looks badass, i'll look forward to updates dude 8)

Wed Dec 07, 2011 12:06 pm

Nice work! What are we thinking for wheels?

Wed Dec 07, 2011 12:20 pm

Wheels, wheels, wheels. To be honest I haven't given it much thought. Thinkin bout some 17" factory dodge steel wheels.

I know gotta be "tough skinned" that's why I moved this thread to reader rides. I'm a reader and it's my future ride!!

Thanks for the remarks. My first time takin on a task like this.

Wed Dec 07, 2011 1:25 pm

I like it. Please keep the thread updated. 8)

Wed Dec 07, 2011 1:47 pm

I plan on keepin it updated. May not be daily but weekly for sure. I only have time to work on it during the weekends, due to family and work.

Wed Dec 07, 2011 1:50 pm

Glad you made a thread for it! I will be following. Keep it up. 8)

Wed Dec 07, 2011 4:35 pm

1 Volks Rod build - (minus) 4 kids divide by 1 wife = March 1st...2013

just sayin :wink:

Wed Dec 07, 2011 5:44 pm

jmsmilin wrote: 1 Volks Rod build - (minus) 4 kids divide by 1 wife = March 1st...2013

just sayin :wink:

He's right, I've only got to divide by one GF and it is causing unexpected calculations... :P

Wed Dec 07, 2011 5:57 pm

Hugo Stiglitz wrote: jmsmilin wrote: 1 Volks Rod build - (minus) 4 kids divide by 1 wife = March 1st...2013

just sayin :wink:

He's right, I've only got to divide by one GF and it is causing unexpected calculations... :P

Man, you guys with a wife AND a girlfriend must never get anything done!

Wed Dec 07, 2011 6:41 pm

VWs are my only hobby. I don't drink, kinda funny considering I'm a union distiller. Bein it's my only hobby my wife is cool with it. My kids enjoy it too. I've only been workin on it about 3 weeks now and made some pretty good progress. March 1 2012 isn't outta reach!!

Wed Dec 07, 2011 9:25 pm

That is really cool I'm looking forward to this thread.

Wed Dec 07, 2011 10:35 pm

Easier said than done, but it would have been cool if you could have grafted the rear hatch hinges and everything in for a pop-open rear window!

Wed Dec 07, 2011 11:34 pm

Culito, you honestly have no idea how long I sat there and pondered that idea. I was worried about clearance issues with the hatch and the bed when I get it built. I honestly don't think it would've been that hard to do.

Thu Dec 08, 2011 5:24 am

I dont remember you saying that you are also on the volksrods site, but there was at least one waaaay cool pickup there that may help with some ideas/solutions if you need them.

Man, I envy you guys with the metal skills.........

Thu Dec 08, 2011 7:11 am

Yeah I'm a member of volksrods.com. I've seen some sweet rods on there.

Metal skills.......... I had very little skills when I started this project. I'm only 28 I don't have the years of wisdom like some of you all! I figured I'd never learn if I didn't try. I've learned alot to. I measure about 50 x's and cut once, sometimes two or three times! It takes A LOT of time and patience trust me. I'll do it again for sure, SOON! I have auto body skills I learnt from some old timers. But not really any metal fab skills.

Like I said I took a gamble and I love the results so far. All the good feedback makes me feel good about my work too.

Thanks again.

Thu Dec 08, 2011 8:03 am

Normally I don't post, but if I could speak for the many lurkers, your project is why I am a car enthusiast. Sweet.

"I figured I'd never learn if I didn't try" So many of us could take this advice, and solve a lot of trouble for ourselves.