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rsbadura Samba Member
Joined: November 30, 2009 Posts: 656 Location: Berlin, Germany
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Fri Mar 11, 2022 6:07 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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That Pan looks great! A little extra space vs. the Puck, but still a nice compact size. It looks good behind the Bus. That's our plan with our Puck- pull it with the Bus when we can, to make a 'kids' room and an 'adults' room. |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 4:54 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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A little more progress on the Puck. I would have liked to use the original flooring, but it was way too far gone to save. I installed a Marmoleum flooring that’s super thick and durable. It wasn’t cheap, but I think it will work nicely. I probably could have done marble tile for less money. I’m happy with how it turned out.
After installing a diesel heater in my Bus, and realizing how great they are, I decided to put one in the Puck as well. The available mounting locations are extremely limited due to the intake and exhaust piping, since damn near every spot I could find had a frame rail in the way. While not the ideal spot and angle, I settled on the original battery location under the left bench. The lithium battery I will use is too big for that spot anyways, so I guess it doesn’t matter.
I also started putting the front cabinets in, as well as a Truck Fridge. After way too much research, it turns out the best fitting fridge I could find is the TF-49, which is exactly the same as what most Vanagon guys fit into the Westy cabinet. It fits nicely, although it’s 4” shorter than the original ice box. That does allow room for ventilation at the bottom at least. It’s pretty much the maximum width and depth you could fit in that spot. I will be covering the fridge door with teal vinyl to match the sink and stove, so we’ll see how that turns out.
Still lots to do, but now that our EribaSar order finally arrived, I can get to work on some cosmetics. About half of the exterior red trim is installed, and a few window seals are done as well. Hopefully it will be finished up in the next couple weeks. |
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Daddybus Samba Member
Joined: June 15, 2000 Posts: 1653
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Sat Apr 16, 2022 9:55 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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Thanks Daddybus! I appreciate the links. It's perfect timing, since none of the vinyl suppliers around here seem to have anything super close to that teal shade. I will definitely pick up a spray can and go that route! |
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Daddybus Samba Member
Joined: June 15, 2000 Posts: 1653
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Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2022 10:08 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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CanStan wrote: |
Thanks Daddybus! I appreciate the links. It's perfect timing, since none of the vinyl suppliers around here seem to have anything super close to that teal shade. I will definitely pick up a spray can and go that route! |
Make sure you seal it with clearcoat |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:28 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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This looks like a nice Puck, but is there any planet in the universe where a Puck is worth $40,000?
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2557681
If so, I'll happily sell mine right now for 1/2 that price.
There was another Puck posted here for a long time last year for $20,000. It looked nice, but was obviously grossly overpriced since it either took forever to sell, or the ad simply expired.
Are there truly any vintage Eribas selling for above $15,000 USD? Maybe I'm way out of the loop, but I can't see even a die-hard collector paying more than that. I mean, they are rare, but definitely not impossible to find at fair prices if you search around. |
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peecee69 Samba Member
Joined: January 27, 2005 Posts: 1572 Location: Annapolis, MD/Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2022 5:43 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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CanStan wrote: |
This looks like a nice Puck, but is there any planet in the universe where a Puck is worth $40,000?
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2557681
If so, I'll happily sell mine right now for 1/2 that price.
There was another Puck posted here for a long time last year for $20,000. It looked nice, but was obviously grossly overpriced since it either took forever to sell, or the ad simply expired.
Are there truly any vintage Eribas selling for above $15,000 USD? Maybe I'm way out of the loop, but I can't see even a die-hard collector paying more than that. I mean, they are rare, but definitely not impossible to find at fair prices if you search around. |
No. But, this is being sold by the guy who won't help anyone out unless you pay him a $50/hr, 5 hr minimum consulting fee to ask questions about how he restored his Puck. _________________ 1973 Standard Beetle - running maintenance thread - https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=675712&highlight=
1966 Doublecab - Starting resto - https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=668518&highlight= |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2022 9:37 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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peecee69 wrote: |
CanStan wrote: |
This looks like a nice Puck, but is there any planet in the universe where a Puck is worth $40,000?
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2557681
If so, I'll happily sell mine right now for 1/2 that price.
There was another Puck posted here for a long time last year for $20,000. It looked nice, but was obviously grossly overpriced since it either took forever to sell, or the ad simply expired.
Are there truly any vintage Eribas selling for above $15,000 USD? Maybe I'm way out of the loop, but I can't see even a die-hard collector paying more than that. I mean, they are rare, but definitely not impossible to find at fair prices if you search around. |
No. But, this is being sold by the guy who won't help anyone out unless you pay him a $50/hr, 5 hr minimum consulting fee to ask questions about how he restored his Puck. |
For $50/hr he should be restoring your Puck, not just telling you how to do it yourself. I think all the info you would need to build one is out there, and easily available for free already. But if he can make a business of it, good on him. |
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jingram Samba Member
Joined: March 22, 2006 Posts: 157 Location: where the streets have no name
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Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2022 9:23 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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Hey Puck people!
I know many of you have restored/upgraded your Pucks and installed modern electric camper refrigerator's. I'm trying to do the opposite and remove the trucker fridge in my (new to me) 1971 Pan and put the original style ice box/upright cooler into mine for a more original look.
If you have one of those original versions in decent to good condition and you're thinking about parting with it, please pm me. Maybe we can strike a deal.
Thanks for you consideration.
Joe. |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2022 2:43 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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jingram wrote: |
Hey Puck people!
I know many of you have restored/upgraded your Pucks and installed modern electric camper refrigerator's. I'm trying to do the opposite and remove the trucker fridge in my (new to me) 1971 Pan and put the original style ice box/upright cooler into mine for a more original look.
If you have one of those original versions in decent to good condition and you're thinking about parting with it, please pm me. Maybe we can strike a deal.
Thanks for you consideration.
Joe. |
PM sent. |
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cmugler Samba Member
Joined: July 13, 2022 Posts: 7 Location: santa barbara
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Posted: Sun Jul 17, 2022 12:49 pm Post subject: Eriba Puck questions |
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I just purchased this 1967 a few days ago and have 3 questions
1. Has the original suspension, it did seem to bounce around a bit when towing, it only compresses 3/4" when setting it down from jacking up which seems acceptable. Seems to me it could use some sort of shock absorber if that is possible or should I just not worry about it.
2. the headliner has some stains on it but otherwise good shape, don't want to replace it, has anyone tried using a vinyl paint product to repaint or any other recommendations
3. original floor also has stains, any product good for removing them or could I simply use a floor paint and do some sort of faux finish.
Everything seems original about this puck except the repaint
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cmugler Samba Member
Joined: July 13, 2022 Posts: 7 Location: santa barbara
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Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2022 9:54 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Puck |
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I have the original ice box from my 1967 eriba puck for sale $125. as seen in the photo if anyone is interested |
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55vert Samba Member
Joined: August 25, 2013 Posts: 33
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Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 3:46 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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Our 67 Doka & 69 Eriba Puck |
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nynone4 Samba Member
Joined: August 09, 2004 Posts: 299 Location: Central Illinois
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Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2022 6:16 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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55vert wrote: |
[img]https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2326197.jpg[/img
Our 67 Doka & 69 Eriba Puck |
Very Nice! _________________ >>Looking for any and all Vic Williams, Peoria Illinois dealership items.<< |
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cmugler Samba Member
Joined: July 13, 2022 Posts: 7 Location: santa barbara
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Posted: Wed Oct 05, 2022 8:25 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks lug wrench size |
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anyone know what size lug wrench is needed to remove the lug bolts on a 67 eriba puck? Thanks |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Wed Oct 05, 2022 8:33 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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My Eriba's have both been 17mm. But there's no guarantee mine or yours are original. You'll have to measure, or better yet, grab a handful of sockets and see what fits. |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Wed Oct 05, 2022 9:09 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Pucks |
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That Puck / Doka combination looks amazing! We regularly pull our Puck with a ‘74 Thing, but I’m just finishing up a ‘65 Deluxe Bus so next summer I will be pulling a trailer with that.
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cmugler Samba Member
Joined: July 13, 2022 Posts: 7 Location: santa barbara
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Posted: Fri Oct 07, 2022 7:21 pm Post subject: Re: Eriba Puck lug nut torgue |
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Any idea what the lug nuts should be torgued to on a 67 Puck? |
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1039 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Sat Oct 29, 2022 9:22 am Post subject: Re: Eriba Puck lug nut torgue |
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cmugler wrote: |
Any idea what the lug nuts should be torgued to on a 67 Puck? |
I've never seen an exact number anywhere. Personally, at 80-90 ft/lbs, I've never had an issue with them coming loose if that's helpful? There's probably a chart out there that takes into account the bolt size, thread pitch, rim material, etc and could give an exact number if you're concerned. |
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