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PostPosted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 11:48 am    Post subject: 61-64 Convertible thread and Registry Reply with quote

I'd like to start a thread to discuss the convertibles built from 1961-1964. It would be cool to have a point of reference for all production changes, correct era parts, accessories and mods. I'd love to see your current and past 61-64 convertibles, Post up your pics!

A registry will be here where you can post up your car. Post your cars pic with Vin, body #, engine # and pic of a birth certificate if you have one. The registry will be set up with the cars listed in order of Production. I'd be nice to set up a color reference of every paint color for these years as well.

Lets talk about your project, your concerns and stuggles and questions about your cars!!
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 1:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'll go first...
My 1962 was originally Black with Red interior.

The body has been painted numerous times over the years (outside only) but the interior was never messed with. I got it a year or so ago, after a friend sprayed the outside one color (flat black) I redid the interior, lay'd it out and drive it.

New pan halves and some other rust repair are in order when I find time.

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OG black paint on the inside

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Not sure if the black top is OG or not..

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PostPosted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 3:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

What are the specs on your wheel/tire combo?
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 31, 2011 11:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I will add one from another thread that recently came up. Pics from smittys61verts build


deck lid for 58-july 63

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uber rare aug 63- sept 63 (64 model year)

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notice the difference. Early lid has crescent shape hole for license plate light and partial "w" pressing and T handle

Later lid has straight pressings like 64 up lid, small round hole for light BUT has 3 holes drilled for small license plate light and STILL uses the T handle.

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Peanut turnsignals were also transition parts early in the 64 model year

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=402683

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Progressive refinements lists the larger turnsignals changed at the end of October.[/quote]

LOTS of one year only stuff on a 64 vert!
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 01, 2011 4:19 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Glad this thread was finally started! Here is the run down on my vert:

1962 Original RHD vert.
One outer respray in the 80's. Car has 59735 ORIGINAL miles.
Chassis number is: 4855069 early July
Engine: numbers make it a 64 motor? 9065387
Color: Golfblau L390

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Here are some pics of all the stuff I have been collecting for it, as soon as I get back from Afghanistan I will be putting it together and hitting some shows on the East coast!!!!!

40hp motor with big bore kit, all NOS parts, too many details to list!!!!!

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Restored "trip" speedo

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Empi GTV steering wheel, OG Albert swan necks, chrome folding shifter

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2 sets of NOS Volmac seat recliners!!!!!

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NOS RHD smoked Hurst, and NOS Electric tail lights

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Plate topper

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1962 Convertible license plates

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My favorite!!! OG Fumigalli's re-hooped and tripple chrome plated. 15X5's =3 15X7's =2

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Perohaus clock

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Empi globe Tachometer

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 01, 2011 7:33 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

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uber rare aug 63- sept 63 (64 model year)

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Same as this one I just sold. People were trying to tell me it was a fake... or I had it listed wrong as an early '64 lid.

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 01, 2011 11:52 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

You can usually tell its real because there is no provision for mounting the license plate so the owner/dealer just put it directly on the lid.

Usually has crooked/uneven holes drilled to mount the bracket.

Mine were drilled low on the lid, just right to catch crap behind the plate and rust.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 2:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

What year top assemblies are interchangable (or will be correct) for a 62? Anyone with pics and differences ???
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 3:01 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

joebug1956 wrote:
What year top assemblies are interchangable (or will be correct) for a 62? Anyone with pics and differences ???


58-64 will fit your 62 however, 60 to 64 is correct
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 10:38 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hey all, Since I seem not to be able to get a real answer from anyone from other Forums I thought I would ask the Vert guys. Does anyone know were you can get a Bentley Manual for 64 Vert. I find pleanty for other years but not a 1964 bug or even a 64 Vert. I keep getting refered to Amazon and they only have other publishers and newer years. I want a "real" manual and can not find one. I have been looking for a year.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 10:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The Sedan and Convertible share the same Bentley workshop manual. GREAT information for either.

new http://www.bentleypublishers.com/volkswagen/repair...anual.html

I picked up a used one in the classified.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 12:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

VOLKSWAGNUT wrote:
The Sedan and Convertible share the same Bentley workshop manual. GREAT information for either.

new http://www.bentleypublishers.com/volkswagen/repair...anual.html

I picked up a used one in the classified.


Thanks,
I guess they are hard to find. Went ahead and bought the new Manual from Bentley. It did not come up in the Google searches but at least they have some. Classifieds in the area have nothing like that. I did check. Bentley obviously puts gold in the lettering because it cost $109.00 USD...Ouch, but I really need it. Thanks again for the link.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 1:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Oh you get your moneys worth. It's about 3 inches thick.
If you would have been patient used ones pop up often.
That's cheap for an OEM service manual.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 10, 2011 2:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nubby wrote:
What are the specs on your wheel/tire combo?


Just noticed this.

King Crabs (deep 6's cut down to 4.5's) in the front with 145/65's
Deep 6's in the rear with 195/60's
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 20, 2011 2:50 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

awesome, finally a thread for my car. here's another for the registry. 1963 ruby red, chassis# 5318543..original engine # 7465132 (still with car) 59,000 miles. most recent work done, fabricating support rails.
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 20, 2011 2:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

here's some past work I've done
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 20, 2011 3:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 22, 2011 12:46 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

derluftwagen wrote:
I will add one from another thread that recently came up. Pics from smittys61verts build


deck lid for 58-july 63

Image may have been reduced in size. Click image to view fullscreen.


uber rare aug 63- sept 63 (64 model year)

Image may have been reduced in size. Click image to view fullscreen.


notice the difference. Early lid has crescent shape hole for license plate light and partial "w" pressing and T handle

Later lid has straight pressings like 64 up lid, small round hole for light BUT has 3 holes drilled for small license plate light and STILL uses the T handle.

Here is the bentley reference

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Peanut turnsignals were also transition parts early in the 64 model year

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=402683

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Progressive refinements lists the larger turnsignals changed at the end of October.


LOTS of one year only stuff on a 64 vert![/quote]

How much does a repro and an origional vert 64 deck lid go for now? Mine has no vents and it needs them.
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 22, 2011 11:17 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

No reproduction 58-64 exist, only 65-66 "push button" lids were made years ago.

If you need the aug-sept lid used is your only option.
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PostPosted: Mon Apr 18, 2011 5:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well this topic didn't take off as I expected and hoped. Are these years that rare or are owners just too busy to post thier information? Rolling Eyes Probably the latter.

Heres mine:
1961 Ruby Red, well not now, previous owner decided to dump the suspension and spray bomb it.
It's actually a pretty darn solid car. It's on my lift waiting its turn at refurbishing.
I'll get to eventually.
VIN 393xxx June 1961
Has a dual port 1600, but I received a flat port 40 with 82.5 Cima cylinders with the car that I'll never use, unless I need a back up.
Engine number 7978635 September 63

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Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
Search "VOLKSWAGNUT" on YouTube since you cant watch a "certain" BELT change video round here
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