Rob's '63 Rag thread

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2020 3:07 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Finished up the popouts. They will need to come out eventually when I'm ready for the headliner

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Also cleaned up one of the fuse blocks I had. Thought about using a modern blade fuseblock, but I put the original in. Tried the wiring cover for fit.

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EMPIImp69 · Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2020 7:26 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Got some new caps and fitted one on.

Got a Wiring Works harness for the bug, got the main harness installed and started car, dash lights go out when it fires up.

Decided to use the modern fuse block, have to mount it somehow and clean up the wiring

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EMPIImp69 · Posted: Fri Aug 28, 2020 1:49 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Getting the light harnesses in. Waiting on a new dimmer and flasher relay.

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EMPIImp69 · Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 6:21 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Finally wrapping up the wiring, made a base out of starboard for the new fuse block. Didn't drill into the car. Going to use some metal tabs underneath to lock it in place. I used a '67 harness and all the 12v components from a '67.

Got the lights hooked up. just gotta get the rear fenders on after I touch up the clear.

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Chickensoup · Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 6:45 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

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-'05 B5.5 TDI Wagon 17in sport rims ;EGR + BSM + ASV Delete, Stage-2 Tune, straight pipe
'65 Tourist Delivery Build
'66 RIP
'69 RIP
Hosea 4:6 "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge"

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Tue Sep 01, 2020 6:59 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Just about buttoned up the wiring. Might add a positive distribution panel to the fuse block.

Took it outside for a drive in the driveway. Gotta touch up the driver door paint, and get the rear fenders on next.

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Chickensoup · Posted: Tue Sep 01, 2020 7:05 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

feels good to be at this point doesnt it? Smile

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-'85 c10 5.3 LS, 222 cam, long tubes, x pipe, 3 inch spin tech's
-'05 B5.5 TDI Wagon 17in sport rims ;EGR + BSM + ASV Delete, Stage-2 Tune, straight pipe
'65 Tourist Delivery Build
'66 RIP
'69 RIP
Hosea 4:6 "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge"

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Wed Sep 09, 2020 4:58 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

TinCanFab · Posted: Thu Sep 10, 2020 10:58 am Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Lookin' real nice!
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Check out my truck brought back from the dead... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=420762&highlight=sprayed+blood

They're never really ever finished 58 rag build...
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=658092

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Thu Sep 10, 2020 1:58 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Pacblue63 · Samba Member Joined: January 23, 2011 Posts: 85

Awesome DiY build
great job 👍🏼
Keep up the good work

Pacblue63 · Samba Member Joined: January 23, 2011 Posts: 85

Awesome DiY build
great job 👍🏼
Keep up the good work

TinCanFab · Posted: Thu Sep 10, 2020 5:16 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

I'm in the same boat, and need to run my Brazilian bumpers for awhile after I paint my car. They're not very good but at least they are shiny Very Happy

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Check out my truck brought back from the dead... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=420762&highlight=sprayed+blood

They're never really ever finished 58 rag build...
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=658092

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Fri Sep 11, 2020 5:49 am Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Thu Sep 17, 2020 5:04 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Got the bumper brackets in, door mechanisms, handles on and put side mirrors on. Just gotta finish buttoning up the running boards.

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mykidsbug · Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2020 10:14 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Your Bug looks like mine. I wish mine was Rag Top.. An, I take it back, yours blow mine out the water.. 😂😂😂

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Fri Oct 02, 2020 6:03 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

EMPIImp69 · Posted: Wed Oct 07, 2020 5:58 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Ordered all new window seals, felts, scrapers and new vent windows for the doors from WCM and WW. After a couple weeks got the passenger side door done.

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EMPIImp69 · Posted: Tue Nov 10, 2020 1:30 pm Post subject: Re: Rob's '63 Rag thread

Got the driver side door seals and glass in.

Buttoned up the running boards, had a little helper.

Took it for a lil ride today, only 1 mile, lol.

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