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Bud Hedger started the topic Tach problem in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 9 months ago
My tachometer is showing less than 1500rpm at 55mph. Idle speed rpms are normal. Any ideas, short of replacement?
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Bud Hedger replied to the topic Clutch cable replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
LOL! I read your struggles with your clutch cable replacement. That is EXACTLY why I paid to have someone else struggle with it.
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Bud Hedger started the topic convertible top keeps coming off in front in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
I removed the top recently and when I put it back on, I must have changed something. Now the front keeps coming out of the groove while driving. I’m assuming that something needs adjusted (tightened?) but have tried a few things and nothing works. Any ideas?
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Bud Hedger replied to the topic Clutch cable replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
I got my Duchess back today. The clutch cable and accelerator cable are now brand new and it cost me almost $300. Worth it, though, because now I can start putting all the new parts on it that I have been ordering since it went in for repairs.
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Bud Hedger started the topic What color is my '52 Duchess? in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
I’d like to find out if my Duchess is painted in an original color scheme. It’s tan with chocolate brown fenders and running boards. I want to match some touch up paint (without taking a fender and a door to Home Depot). Any suggestions?
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Bud Hedger started the topic Another proud new owner! in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
My name is Bud and I’m from Punta Gorda, Fl. I just bought a Royal Duchess a few days ago. The previous owner lived 4 hrs away, so I drove it home. In the dark. In the rain. In 50 degree weather. You would think that was a miserable drive, but I didn’t notice any of that. Luckily my clutch cable broke…as I pulled into my driveway.
I have wanted…[Read more]
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Bud Hedger replied to the topic Clutch cable replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
I found a shop willing to work on it, but they only have one guy familiar with VWs. So, it’s scheduled for next week and they’ll have it for a few days. At $130/hr it won’t be cheap, but worth it. Besides, I’ll use the down time to get some other issues resolved myself. (I’ve been a VDub guy since the ’70s and can do the motor work)
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Bud Hedger started the topic Fog lights not working in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
My Lucas fog lights aren’t working. I have power and a good ground to the lights. The bulb shows continuity so should be ok. What am I missing?
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Bud Hedger replied to the topic Clutch cable replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
Will do. Thanks for the info.
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Bud Hedger started the topic Clutch cable replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 2 years, 10 months ago
I just purchased a Royal Duchess TD replica a few days ago and now it’s sitting at home with a broken clutch cable. Looking under the pan, I don’t see how to get to it. I plan on having it towed and fixed, but will the average shop be able to fix it?
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