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PostPosted: Tue Apr 28, 2020 8:15 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Looking forward to the pictures Bill! Fitting a vintage radio really adds up to the look of a splitbus dash
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PostPosted: Thu Apr 30, 2020 6:59 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Took the time to relocate my taillights.
Now looking for a 58 deck lid.
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PostPosted: Thu Apr 30, 2020 7:58 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Hi guys,

Im getting to the fun parts of the build now so managed to get a lot done on the splitty in April,

Here are some photo updates,

Upholstery time, the middle seat is definately that hardest to stratch the trim over!
Drivers seat before
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After!
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I teach my dog how to pull a drum off and fix stuck brake shoes

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I installed fat mat sound proofing then wooden clip flooring,

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The final pop out window was assembled after the previous owner stripped all of the screw threads!!

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I managed to find a vintage head unit that suits the 60's style, so fit that,
The functioning head unit will be remotely controlled and is hidden from view.


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I stripped the engine while i did the panel and paint (started panel work in September 2019), the standard beetle AS1600tp it all looked pretty healthy so i replaced the generator with an 90amp alternator, new punp and modern electronic svda dizzy and twin Kadrons from the Kaddie shack.
Cleaning that engine bay preparing for panel and paint reminded me of working in underground mining again with how loud, dusty, and dark it was haha,


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I smashed the steering wheel when i pressed it off so gave it a shot repairing it with epoxy before i bought a new one, and really glad i did, Very happy with how it come out!
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The wheels are off getting sandblasted so home stretch!!
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PostPosted: Fri May 01, 2020 3:46 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Good topic!

Rebuild the rear:

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Rebuild the 1600cc to 1641cc

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PostPosted: Sat May 02, 2020 7:37 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Last night/this morning I installed a new gauge panel (no holes required, mounts to the factory holes for the headlamp and flashers) Came with the cig lighter with matching ivory knob too. Awesome new product from Womack.
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I've had these gauges laying on a shelf for years so it's cool to put them in.
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PostPosted: Mon May 04, 2020 10:22 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

My 67 Bus is at my parent's place in NC, my dad is working on it as his quarantine project. I have a Westfalia table to put back in it come interior time.

Inspired by that table, I decided to build a similar one for my 95 Toyota Previa. It's completely built using stuff I had laying around, so I didn't have to venture to Lowes during the pandemic! I was hoping to attach the leg to the bottom with a hinge, but the height and length didn't cooperate. Close enough! It'll come back out to clean up some of the rough edges, but it works great so far.

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I got the idea after seeing a different post in this forum about them eating their takeout dinner in their bus outside a restaurant. It sounded like a great way to get out of the house for a bit. Hope everyone is keeping busy and staying safe!
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PostPosted: Mon May 04, 2020 7:50 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Replaced the fuel lines today. I do it yearly. I noticed the master cylinder is leaking so I'm going to a duel master this coming weekend.

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PostPosted: Tue May 05, 2020 2:16 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Finished fabricating the awning mounting brackets
Washed awning
Reglued spice rack
Relocated Door Table 2" left so the door will close with the table up.
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PostPosted: Wed May 06, 2020 6:02 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

I move the box with BADD disc brakes from the house to the workshop next to the bus (that arrived last Sept). Stared at it wondering if I should finish it or sell it. Opened the doors to inspect the interior to ensure no mice made their way into it (YET).
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PostPosted: Wed May 06, 2020 6:13 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Got some 34 icts on the 76x88 and finished my tow hitch.
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PostPosted: Wed May 06, 2020 7:02 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

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Got some 34 icts on the 76x88 and finished my tow hitch.
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Nice! What are you going to pull? If you say an Airstream I'll flip. Hah.
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PostPosted: Wed May 06, 2020 9:02 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

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Got some 34 icts on the 76x88 and finished my tow hitch.
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Nice! What are you going to pull? If you say an Airstream I'll flip. Hah.


I’ll be pulling these guys on a harbor freight trailer.
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PostPosted: Thu May 07, 2020 8:13 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

awesome bikes!!
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PostPosted: Thu May 07, 2020 5:20 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Once a daily driver now on quarantine.
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PostPosted: Thu May 07, 2020 6:19 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

sprayed an ant nest then, straitened things up inside...
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PostPosted: Sat May 09, 2020 4:52 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Waiting on Spring to arrive:

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More Snow today....... Confused
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PostPosted: Sat May 09, 2020 7:44 am    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Took it out for a little cruise... along with others! Cool

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PostPosted: Sat May 09, 2020 3:18 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

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Took it out for a little cruise... along with others! Cool

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Nice, looked like a great time!

I heard this event is going to be the new BBB?!!

Beto's Birthday Bash that is!!
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PostPosted: Fri May 15, 2020 1:16 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

Took my DC out for a short cruise too!

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Gorgeous day, nice ride, empty roads!

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PostPosted: Fri May 15, 2020 7:30 pm    Post subject: Re: What have you done (to your bus) on quarantine? Reply with quote

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It's been sitting in my garage for so many years. I bought it for $400 in 96. I finally got going on this project.

1) Trying to get the broken headlight fastener out. No luck.
2) Cut plastic to replace the original window louvers.
3) installed table.
4)The spice rack was in pieces. Reassembled and tried to save it
5) working on the wiring. The fuse block is really tricky
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