It’s a CB Performance Maxi II, 26mm oil pump with spin-on filter.https://www.cbperformance.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=1791Be careful of the cheap Empi and other aftermarket filter pumps. Some are 30mm, and many/most have sloppy gear mesh.This is a q…[Read more]

Kent, please tell me about your oil filter.  I’ve been considering one. 

I’ve been taking advantage of the unseasonably nice weather to move stuff out of the sheds into the new garage, adding a few of the decorations I’ve collected over the years.Most importantly, the new engine is about 50 yards closer to being in… 🙂 Hope to finish the unpacking and putting things away in the next few days, and back to wrenching…[Read more]

I will likely do that next timeThanks

Just a thought, but if you are in there anyway, consider replacing the plastic bushing with one of these and you likely will never have to touch it again.

The wing brackets Tom posted are the ones that are on my Duchess.

Dave,  I saw those but they are not the same as the ones shown in the assembly manual drawing in for the Dutchess manual I posted earlier.  The one I’m looking for has just one bolt for the wing and then a grub-screw (or two) to fasten to the frame of the windshield. 

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Dave,

Dave,

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BTW, this discussion of the shift plate reminded me of these quick shift kits for the stock VW shifter;Quick Shift Kit on AmazonIf you are using a stock VW shifter, these inexpensive things make a huge difference, reducing the distance the shifter must be moved by 40%. They do not work with most aftermarket shifters, which have something similar…[Read more]

I just ordered the new Wind Wing Hardware, from Finish Line Auto Parts. They are the exact same as the hardware that came with my Classic Roadsters Duchess Kit, back in 1985. They are quite pricy though, about $56 including shipping from California to Florida, for a set of four hinges and fasteners. Now I have to get some Plexi Glass from Hm Depot…[Read more]

I second what Allison says about using a plastic zip tie. It was easy to install, then I lube the heck out of the shift rod and the bushing. Rob and Dave’s VW article about removing and repair on the shifter, always use the phrase of “Ramp up Right” when reinstalling the shifter plate. This has served me well upon my annual lubing up the shift rod…[Read more]

Safety Fast.

I put a plastic zip tie around the bushing instead of the ring, , it seemed like the easiest thing to do, still working fine

Steve, I used the 1-1/2″ latches.   But the longer ones might work well also.

Royal wrote:

 

 I installed some high quality screen door latches or “hook and eye” latches.    I got my latches at West Marine but most any would work.  

 

 

 

 I went to the West Marine web site and found several different length hooks; 1 1/2″-3″.What is the length you used? It’s hard to tell from your pics.Thanx again!

Thanks for the door safety lock thread!I’ve always wondered how some of you solved the issue of accidental door opening. Years ago, before seat belt laws were so rigidly enforced, a co-worker of my Mom was killed when he fell out of his car and was hit by another car. Always made me lock the doors and wear by seat belt. But my LR doesn’t have door…[Read more]

Putting the shift plate in rightside-up ++

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I was shocked the first time I slid behind the wheel of Bridget. It felt all wrong, the steering wheel was way, way too close to my chest. Nothing like the way I adjust every other car I’ve driven in ever.