Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

dc · Posted: Sun Mar 18, 2018 3:11 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Excited for the nicer weather - seems a bit better all the time Cool

The winter updates have gone well!
New Brakes, wheels, and tires.
Wipers totally replaced and working == finally Shocked

Just did the 300 mile rebuilt engine oil change - running better than ever.

And, the new secret bumper plan is revealed:

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Hmmm... wonder if this will fit?

Disassembly and mock-up...

New bumper is stronger, thicker, and lower - I like it Cool

License plate on bumper and removed chrome beak enhances the lowering affect.

Can you guess what car it's from Question

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dc · Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 6:47 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Also found period-correct, "Vashon" Dixco gauges.
They are not hooked up, but my radio needs repair, so they are hanging out in that spot in the meantime Rolling Eyes

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dc · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2018 4:49 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

No guesses on my bumper Question

Fine...here's the original source of my new front bumper.
Kinda amazing how well it fits...

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I have always thought that the type 3 shares a lot of similarities with the amazone. The bumper looks good on your car!

eyetzr · Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2018 4:01 am Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Looks great. Are you going to do the rear so that you can be all matchie matchie?
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I think he meant "rare", as in "not well-done"

dc · Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2018 6:29 am Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

eyetzr · Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2018 9:55 am Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

maybe rework a front bumper for the rear.
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I think he meant "rare", as in "not well-done"

Chickensoup · Posted: Wed Apr 18, 2018 5:05 am Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

cool ride

dc · Posted: Thu May 17, 2018 6:42 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Some recent shots this spring, drivin' it all over Smile

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Mike Fisher · Posted: Thu May 17, 2018 7:04 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Pretty amazing transformation considering what you started with! Cool

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dc · Posted: Mon Jul 16, 2018 4:10 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Because I can never leave well enough alone...

Here's the 'Flake Roof Repaint project of 2018 Cool

First, gotta spend a few hours carefully masking (hate this part)

Don't forget to remove trim, etc.

Finally...we get to paint : I used Lil Daddy Roth sytem - base, flake, clear.

Peel it and Bake it the hot July sun:

Not easy to see the *SPARKLE* in photos- but it's cool in person Very Happy

Then- recover the roof panel in black:

RE-install DeLuxe Bus trim and rubber insert - what a giant pain Sad

Done

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dannyX24 · Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2018 3:00 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Looks great!! Super jealous, hopefully my truck will be running/driving this year!

dc · Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2018 4:00 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Thanks!
Keep at it - working on 'em is a big part of the fun Smile

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dannyX24 · Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2018 7:07 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

I'm trying brotha! Police academy starts in october and first child being born in November so I only have a few months till I'm off the radar for a while. Hoping to fire it up by september!!🤞

dc · Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2018 8:01 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Busy life! Good stuff going on from the sound of it--- congrats on the baby and thanks for working at a career in law enforcement Exclamation

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dannyX24 · Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2018 8:38 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Thank you, much appreciated! Yes a very busy year but a very good one. Once I graduate and start field training I'll have a little more free time but with the baby here I'll probably be spending that time away from the garage for a little while but that's ok. If it isn't making noise this year, it will next year for sure!

dc · Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2018 3:44 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Getting ready for the Vintage Meet tomorrow in Seattle Very Happy

Ran a few errands and picked out some ART to donate to the raffle tomorrow- Very Limited prints and Toys (made and signed by me Rolling Eyes

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Come say "hi" tomorrow in the Type 3 section and if you own a Type 3 (or just REALLY like them) I'll give you one of those "Poetry in Motion" prints for free Very Happy

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squaretobehip · Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2018 4:04 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

I know I post this every couple years in your thread but...

That mold you made for the Type 3 Invasion is still one of my favorite Type 3 pieces in my display case.

MAKE MORE!

...Please. Very Happy

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dc · Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2018 4:47 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw

Thanks-
I've learned a lot about casting techniques and I always have several plans in mind! I have a few prototypes even, but not quite sure on production at this point...
Hope tomorrow re-ignites some excitement. Giving stuff away is just as fun as selling stuff sometimes Exclamation

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squaretobehip · Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2018 5:11 pm Post subject: Re: Type 3 Truck - the "other" vw


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