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busdaddy Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2021 3:16 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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SkyLo420 wrote: |
....... I could add it is the 'porsche' engine with the higher compression but I dont know that it matters much. ...... |
As a matter of fact it does, an engine configured for a tiny, light 2 seater isn't going to perform the same pushing around a heavy bus, the only thing fast about it will be how quickly it self destructs.
It can be set up for a bus, but it'll require some research, different pistons and some cylinder shims. Probably a cam swap too. _________________ Rust NEVER sleeps and stock never goes out of style.
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Wildthings Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2021 5:16 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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If I was running a high compression Type 4 I would want to be running premium fuel for sure and likely set the timing to the Type 4 car spec of 27° BTDC at 3800 rpm, with the vacuum hose(s) removed. Maybe even a degree or so more retarded during summer weather.
If I had the engine apart I would want to get the deck down to 0.040" or less to get maximum squish, turbulence, and knock control. |
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SkyLo420 Samba Member
Joined: May 26, 2010 Posts: 80 Location: Small Town, Middle o' WA
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Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2021 5:26 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Good thought. Id have to tear it down again to know whats in it. I was told the engine came out of a bus (not original to that bus either) before it sat what looked to be outside for a number of years, I know that doesnt mean much as far as internals. Its done rather well so far after being installed around 5 years ago considering its running the no good weber prog. Mountain city country jeeptrails rain snow shine etc.
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SkyLo420 wrote: |
....... I could add it is the 'porsche' engine with the higher compression but I dont know that it matters much. ...... |
As a matter of fact it does, an engine configured for a tiny, light 2 seater isn't going to perform the same pushing around a heavy bus, the only thing fast about it will be how quickly it self destructs.
It can be set up for a bus, but it'll require some research, different pistons and some cylinder shims. Probably a cam swap too. |
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NorCalWeekender Samba Member
Joined: April 13, 2000 Posts: 6531 Location: East Bay, CA
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Posted: Sat Oct 09, 2021 12:11 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Okay, so I thought I'd repaired my dimmer relay, but alas my low beam circuit isn't getting power again.
I'm weighing options at the moment and one thing I'm considering is running the aftermarket relay in a remote location (not plugged into the block) and running wires to the appropriate spots on the fuse block.
My specific question is: can I reasonably expect those male connectors to stay in place at the fuse block? I don't see why they wouldn't.
But if they won't, I'll likely just install the jumper on the back of the fuse block to power 30.
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Plaidbus Samba Member
Joined: February 07, 2013 Posts: 12 Location: West Los Angeles
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Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2021 9:50 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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This is a truly stupid question, but I can't find the answer anywhere. When buying parts (a rear bumper bracket for my 69 Bay), what does "right" and "left" mean? Is left always driver side and right passenger side? Or opposite? I'm dumb today. |
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EverettB Administrator
Joined: April 11, 2000 Posts: 69697 Location: Phoenix Metro
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Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2021 10:19 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Plaidbus wrote: |
This is a truly stupid question, but I can't find the answer anywhere. When buying parts (a rear bumper bracket for my 69 Bay), what does "right" and "left" mean? Is left always driver side and right passenger side? Or opposite? I'm dumb today. |
Left is the left side as you look forward driving down the road.
Driver's/Passenger don't apply as left hand drive and right hand drive cars are different and that would be confusing since it could be reversed between those 2 models. _________________ How to Post Photos
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airschooled Air-Schooled
Joined: April 04, 2012 Posts: 12674 Location: on a bike ride somewhere
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Posted: Fri Oct 15, 2021 11:01 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Plaidbus wrote: |
This is a truly stupid question, but I can't find the answer anywhere. When buying parts (a rear bumper bracket for my 69 Bay), what does "right" and "left" mean? Is left always driver side and right passenger side? Or opposite? I'm dumb today. |
When it comes to early bay rear bumper brackets, one typically has a tow loop and the other doesn't, though you can swap their placement. If buying both new, you can choose to mix and match loops or not depending on your exhaust system and likelihood of getting stuck underwater…
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CanStan Samba Member
Joined: October 16, 2005 Posts: 1036 Location: Calgary, AB
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Posted: Sat Oct 16, 2021 9:07 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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airschooled wrote: |
...you can choose to mix and match loops or not depending on your exhaust system and likelihood of getting stuck underwater…
Robbie |
Oddly specific example Robbie.
I'm glad you found some good local help to get out of there! |
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Koeppler Samba Member
Joined: April 21, 2011 Posts: 481 Location: Aging gracefully
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Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2021 8:43 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Stupid question:
Why does a steering coupler/rag joint have four bolts but only two of them bolt to the steering column? Why not design the column end to bolt to all 4? |
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busdaddy Samba Member
Joined: February 12, 2004 Posts: 51003 Location: Surrey B.C. Canada, but thinking of Ukraine
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Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2021 8:49 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Koeppler wrote: |
Stupid question:
Why does a steering coupler/rag joint have four bolts but only two of them bolt to the steering column? Why not design the column end to bolt to all 4? |
2 attach to the column, the other 2 to the steering box, rubber separates both flanges so they are isloated from each other. _________________ Rust NEVER sleeps and stock never goes out of style.
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kreemoweet Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2021 9:20 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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electrical isolation is necessary (for early bays, anyway, the horn circuit was redesigned in later models) or else the horn would blow constantly whenever ignition switch was on. _________________ '67 bug: seized by the authorities
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KTPhil Samba Member
Joined: April 06, 2006 Posts: 33820 Location: Conejo Valley, CA
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Posted: Wed Oct 27, 2021 10:27 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Are there model numbers (like the splitty SO42) for the Bay Westfalia alternatives? There were tin-tops, pop-tops, varying equipment options. Anything like those model numbers for Bays? The listings here seem to be just for the splits. |
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busdaddy Samba Member
Joined: February 12, 2004 Posts: 51003 Location: Surrey B.C. Canada, but thinking of Ukraine
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KTPhil Samba Member
Joined: April 06, 2006 Posts: 33820 Location: Conejo Valley, CA
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Posted: Wed Oct 27, 2021 11:01 am Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Excellent, thanks! |
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Wildthings Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Oct 27, 2021 12:12 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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Koeppler wrote: |
Stupid question:
Why does a steering coupler/rag joint have four bolts but only two of them bolt to the steering column? Why not design the column end to bolt to all 4? |
The rag joint allows the system to adapt to misalignment. Before rag joints were added and steering columns were a part to the steering gear, the shaft would fatigue from the misalignment and break off leaving you with no steering at all. Had a friend take a wild ride through the woods when the steering shaft on his older car snapped off. |
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busdaddy Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2021 4:27 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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3a is a wavy washer and 3b is a flat washer, not sure why the early ones don't show anything, I would expect washers there. _________________ Rust NEVER sleeps and stock never goes out of style.
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Wildthings Samba Member
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Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2021 4:45 pm Post subject: Re: The Stupid Question Thread |
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I would think that a moderately hard double thick washer with USS proportions would add a safety factor to a failing coupling as it cracks and rips with age. |
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