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newkitman started the topic Rim/tire Question in the forum General Discussion 8 years, 5 months ago

My new rims are 15 x 4, 4-lug 4 x 130 rims. Will that impact what tire I can put on them? I want to install 185R15s all around.
R.Putnam posted an update 8 years, 5 months ago

I really enjoy the web site, very informative. Can I be identified on the members map? Thanks for your assistance.
Bill Wells and billnparts are now friends 8 years, 5 months ago

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scubasteve replied to the topic Seat Support in the forum My Project 8 years, 5 months ago

Nice outsidethebox thinking. 💡 What ever works! Almost every safety device on our modern cars; seat belts, rear view mirrors, windshield wipers, the list goes on and on, originated from meeting a racing need. Keep the mental gears turning!
OH_Varmntr replied to the topic Project Zella in the forum My Project 8 years, 5 months ago

Well my tires should be here Thursday, and for now I went with a cable shortening kit from EMPI instead of converting to a hydraulic clutch for now. I just don’t have the time to tackle that project right now.

I’ve had an issue with Zella ever since I got her in the air filter department. The engine cover underneath the spare tire carrier has n…[Read more]
edward ericson replied to the topic Seat Support in the forum My Project 8 years, 5 months ago

Perfectly nice!
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic Seat Support in the forum My Project 8 years, 5 months ago

Nice work Bill!

Pretty much what the Nascar boys did in the ’60s! Worked for them. Should work for you!
Paul Mossberg replied to the topic Convertible Top Snap Tool Question in the forum General Discussion 8 years, 5 months ago

Allen,

I use mine all the time, on the MG TDr and on my ’65 Plymouth. When removing snaps, I slide it under the cover fabric, between the fabric and the female portion of the snap. I’ve never scratched paint, gelcoat or stainless moldings. Just be careful.

If I am reading Bill’s post correctly, sounds like he slips the tool between the button…[Read more]
billnparts replied to the topic Convertible Top Snap Tool Question in the forum General Discussion 8 years, 5 months ago

I’ve only used mine on the button heads. As these are on the outside of the material, you won’t scratch anything. Can’t answer for the “lift-a-dot”.
billnparts started the topic Seat Support in the forum My Project 8 years, 5 months ago

As most of you know, a couple years ago, I began to enter my TDr in competition events (Hillclimbs and Time Trials). It quickly became obvious that the seats were inadequate to hold my fat ass in place. I had planned to install a racing seat over this winter but was unable to locate one narrow enough to fit without extensive cutting to the tunnel.…[Read more]
newkitman started the topic Convertible Top Snap Tool Question in the forum General Discussion 8 years, 5 months ago

I have the tool for snapping/unsnapping the convertible top snaps. I am worried that it will scratch the jet coat when I use it. Do you folks who have this tool apply tape to the underside? Also, would this tool be suitable for use on the lift-a-dots snaps?
newkitman started the topic Original TD Side Curtain Compartment in the forum Car Registry 8 years, 5 months ago

I purchased an original side curtain compartment to use it as a template for my TDr. The original is metal and I am making mine out of masonite and will cover it in vinyl. The top of mine will be hinged and secured with a strap in the center with a snap connector (similar to the convertible top snap) in the front. The original does NOT have the…[Read more]
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newkitman started the topic Carb Change in the forum VW Based Kits 8 years, 5 months ago

Got ready to hook up the carb and got to thinking. This particular carb (34PICT-3) has beeb rebuilt several times. And in this case, other than the case halves and intake manifolds, its the only part that isn’t new. It was looking pretty ragged compared to the rest of the components so I bit the bullet and purchased a new one. Cost me $112.00 at…[Read more]
Dale Schumacher started the topic Italian Dual Webers 36 DCNF – ready to go in the forum VW Parts for sale 8 years, 5 months ago

Guys,

Upgrade?

I have Dual Italian Webers 36 DCNF – including linkages, Air cleaners, new K&N filters, intakes – just mount and tune.

I ordered rebuild kits from Italy and had my local Air cooled VW Guru at German Motorcars dip them and clean them internally and externally and then completely rebuild them. They would fit a 1641 – a 1915CC with…[Read more]
Dale Schumacher replied to the topic Three Piece manifold – Installation and Issues in the forum VW Based Kits 8 years, 5 months ago

Dean,

Trying to remember what that looks like and might have a special VW wrench for same if it is what I remember.

You want to upgrade? Have Wayne take your engine up to 1641 or 1776 with dual port etc. Lots of added power etc.

His price for a complete engine 1600 minus tin/carb etc is like 800.00 so if you use your stuff I am sure the price…[Read more]
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Dbanta replied to the topic Three Piece manifold – Installation and Issues in the forum VW Based Kits 8 years, 5 months ago

Thanks Dale. You always seem to have these “extra” parts! 🙂 I may ping you later in the week. The car will stay apart for a few days. I am deciding whether to grind the tab on the center section or look for an alternative. BTW – The carb flange on the center section will accommodate a 31 or 34 carb it’s just that there is no way to get the n…[Read more]
Dale Schumacher replied to the topic Three Piece manifold – Installation and Issues in the forum VW Based Kits 8 years, 5 months ago

Dean,

Sorry you are having issues – I do know that you will need an adapter plate to use the 31 vs the 34 – I had one for a while but sold it or gave it away with the carb. I believe Wayne Dittman might have one local and I think I still have the center section in my garage if you want it but not sure it will fit either – you can have it for a…[Read more]
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