Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Sept 3, 2012 8:03:41 GMT -5
Since the '76 Super convertible has been put on an indefinite hold stripped and sold, here's my new project - a 1974 Super Beetle. This one came from the same GoodVolks member my '76 did, but this car is so much better condition to begin with. Other than paint and a bit of work under the dash, the body work is done. The pans, heater channels, and other typical areas are excellent. Too bad the paint started to peel some time ago. It was originally a red car, but the yellow was applied at some point (and since they did everything yellow,) I'll probably keep it yellow. It's kinda growing on me. Other than the paint, it mainly just needs to be put together. Most of the pieces are there, but I may need to "borrow" a few from my '76. I also have a line on a '73 Super that's rusty, but basically a complete car that's cheap. Anyway, here it is and I really hope to get this on the road soon.     Todd |
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Post by dubfreak1 on Sept 3, 2012 8:11:57 GMT -5
Very Nice. That guy you got it from used to own a couple of my cars too  |
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Sept 3, 2012 8:32:48 GMT -5
I think he used to own a couple of everyone's cars....  |
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Post by Dustin on Sept 3, 2012 21:59:08 GMT -5
Whoops! I for some reason was thinking this was a 73  |
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vwrick69
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The difference between Genius and Stupidity is, Genius has limits.
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Post by vwrick69 on Sept 4, 2012 5:33:44 GMT -5
I love the slots!!!!!
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Sept 19, 2012 7:19:48 GMT -5
The slots are actually going back to a previous owner, George in BC, as well as the transmission. Luckily my 74 vert was willing to donate it's transmission. Finally got it to my house yesterday with the help of John and his dads trailer. No to get to work...
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Sept 22, 2012 5:50:33 GMT -5
With the help of John and Bren, this week I was able to bring home this red '73 Super Beetle parts car. The body and pan are in really bad shape, but other than a missing motor and a spoken for transmission (going to John Hanson) it's basically a complete autostick car. It will be a nice car to rob parts from before it goes to the scrap pile.  |
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dansam
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Post by dansam on Sept 22, 2012 10:33:32 GMT -5
Looks like a nice solid base to start from.
What are your plans?
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Sept 22, 2012 21:46:50 GMT -5
My goal is to just have a decent driver - not looking for a fully restored car at this point. Todd |
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67type1
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Remembering the past.... liv'n the Dream
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Post by 67type1 on Sept 30, 2012 5:18:49 GMT -5
This really has potential. What engine are you thinking about?
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wminmi
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Post by wminmi on Sept 30, 2012 20:23:55 GMT -5
nice start indeed....found a yellow super not too far from me I have been wanting to check on for my next project |
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Oct 3, 2012 5:05:00 GMT -5
...What engine are you thinking about? It will be just a basic 1600 - nothing special going on at least for a while. My goal is just to get this bug back on the road by Spring. |
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dansam
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Post by dansam on Oct 3, 2012 16:22:42 GMT -5
Like nike says just do it
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vwbugg2275
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u want to be like me...in front
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Post by vwbugg2275 on Oct 3, 2012 19:04:19 GMT -5
doesnt anyone want a different color that a yellow super needs to be different color oh wait a minute thats rite its a super (bla yuk) hahaha
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Gerb
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Post by Gerb on Oct 5, 2012 17:09:12 GMT -5
I guess you never know what you're going to find once you dig into a project car. Found this today after taking out my mouse-smelling headliner. The P.O. did a good job of the body work as I had no idea this was here.  |
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