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Kennetn msk
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 16, 2018 9:17 am    Post subject: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Hi everyone. I have 68 KG going to restore. But I would try to convert the door panel to early look. So I need to change the window crank and handle. Anyone know how can do that or need change all the lock parts and window track? Thanks
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 16, 2018 11:24 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
its going to be a difficult task. later doors operated by pulling a tab, earlier doors a rotating handle. Its easy to use earlier window winder and early pattern on door panel...the rest wont be easy. Door differences.....


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PostPosted: Thu Jul 19, 2018 2:34 pm    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Darrell do you know if I can you just replace the arm rest that’s on the door panel to the earlier one that’s all I’m looking to do.
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 19, 2018 2:53 pm    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
I did, window winders too. Cool

IIRC, the holes are spaced different and there will be a pattern left on door card from the different pull. I was able to make it work. I'll try to get pics. It will depend on which handle/pulls you use, there were at least 3 different sizes plus Beetle.

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PostPosted: Thu Jul 19, 2018 3:48 pm    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Wow,Thanks for the help
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:03 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Wow. Very nice KG.
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 9:12 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Nice one Darrel, gee only pic I can find...just my Ghia in HOT VW'S Magazine!!!! Awesome as always.....

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PostPosted: Mon Jul 23, 2018 11:46 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
Yeah, I got a PM or two regarding that particular choice of pics. Very Happy
If I promise not to do it again, can I stick around?
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 5:47 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
F that! I'd be postin that pic all the time.......Been reading that mag since I was a kid and would love to have my ride in it some day....Post away Sir!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 5:48 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
OOPS, guess I should have checked with the Moderators first before giving you permission to post....Just start your own thread and post it every other day!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 24, 2018 11:40 am    Post subject: Re: 68 KG door panel How to convert to early model Reply with quote
rbsurfguy wrote:
OOPS, guess I should have checked with the Moderators first before giving you permission to post....Just start your own thread and post it every other day!



I'll just wait for a question from someone needing assistance on adjusting their ragtop near a lake. Wink

To avoid a complete hijack.
To OP, do you have door cards, door pulls and window winders? The style door cards you choose will have a major impact on the final look. Look thru the interior pics in the stickies. Back on track.
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