MG TD Replica Car Club | chuck schmit | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/chuckles/activity/ Activity feed for chuck schmit. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:52:58 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 fbc31946c883fca1756696490034353a chuck schmit replied to the topic Sunday Afternoon Ride in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sunday-afternon-ride/#post-243889 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:42:30 -0400 I grew up in minnesota where winter is 6 months long! I traded that for earthquakes and sunami’s! On these beautiful spring dats it all seems worth it. i have had more furn with my migi than any other car i’ve ever owned (over 100).  I sold my MGB after it just sat in my garage for a year. I don’t even own a top for MiGi, just the tonneau.
Have…[Read more]

]]> 236989846dd7d012793a770428b7b395 chuck schmit replied to the topic Adjustable beam job in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/adjustable-beam-job/page/2/#post-243096 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:38:04 -0500 I’m with ed on the ride height. It’s gotta be close to level and we’re pretty much stuck with the rear height. I get the smell of “burnin rubba”on hard right turns, so the narrower front beam would be great!Are there any wheels avail with more offset to bring the tires in a bit more?chuck

]]> 7a3806c03fb5fb557014cae0163814d8 chuck schmit replied to the topic Dual Carbs in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/dual-carbs/#post-243056 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:15:24 -0500 The dual carbs on my 1600 DP fit in my MIGI OK. I have the aluminum manifolds which seem to go almost straight up and not curve out like yours. I’ll take some photos if you like?
chuck

]]> 3630f83899462beddc56f75e53bc8bbe chuck schmit replied to the topic Great customer service! in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/great-customer-service/#post-243685 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:00:20 -0500 OOps I shuda previewed this post!

]]> 9484b431facfb24dab0f5d7d5254049b chuck schmit replied to the topic Adjustable beam job in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/adjustable-beam-job/page/2/#post-243093 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:20:49 -0500 That is one nice set-up!

]]> a2ec95c6f9d1e197b39e0ff54c05f764 chuck schmit replied to the topic MG Magic revived in San Diago in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-magic-revived-in-san-diago/#post-243595 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:59:36 -0500 There is a company in San Diego advertizing body parts ,interiors and all the stuff that MGMagic used to carry. I sent them an e-mail and will let you know when they will be cranked up and really selling parts.
chuck

]]> bca69f137453fc2418528931e1b1e040 chuck schmit replied to the topic Adjustable beam job in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/adjustable-beam-job/page/2/#post-243091 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:50:23 -0500 I had almost the same scenario with my MiGi (no name yet, except Chitty Bang Bang from my housemate).
Car bottomed out the shocks
I got shorter shocks
100% improvement in ride
now had tie rods hitting underside of body
Flipped the tie rod ends
Now have ferder/tire interference
Looking for bottoming out snubbers to go on the shocks and shock ex…[Read more]

]]> 625a6e9f9dea8535114291d44840c7ac chuck schmit replied to the topic Spare Tire Mount Vent Holes in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spare-tire-mount-vent-holes/#post-243523 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:05:26 -0500 I had muffler heat problems melting the fiberglass panel that sits right above it so I lined that panel with an aluminum sheet and ran the sheet all the way up to the V/W sheet metal. I agree with the idea that the fan should not be sucking in all that hot air.
My al sheet solved the melting problem, anyway!

]]> c9a836a5b67e2a5d3c7a15d7cdbb1491 chuck schmit replied to the topic Tonneau Covers in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tnneau-covers/#post-243109 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:44:36 -0500 I bought one for my MiGi from mgmagic and it is really nice. The quality is better than I could ever have done. I fit it really tight to the existing snap locations and it looks great. Next time I would leave it a little looser! Easier on-off.

]]> a0716594bc5232b0d1d35ca388fd8abd chuck schmit replied to the topic Adjustable beam job in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/adjustable-beam-job/#post-243082 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:15:50 -0500 What a great job of documenting this job!
My young friend did it on his first car and commented that it was a PITA and there was LOTS of grease!
I was going to raise my front end an inch or 2, but after seeing what you went through I’ll be happy with the way it is.
I reversed or “flipped” my tie rod ends to improve the geometry and give me more…[Read more]

]]> ed613c1793a48efcd14e170a2eb52c1f chuck schmit replied to the topic Rear Suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rear-suspensin-2/#post-242460 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:55:52 -0400 I just flipped my tie rods over to be below the arms. Cip1 has the little sleave you need. This corrects the geometry and keeps the tie rods from hitting the body. Also prevents “bump steer” on lowered cars.

]]> 294c1393bee9c775799ad58a319a7992 chuck schmit replied to the topic Pics & Registry in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/pics-registry/#post-242526 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:50:28 -0400 I like the red and white TOO! Sharp Car!

]]> f8d71e5520b129b2a26fe53b52193459 chuck schmit replied to the topic Side View Mirror Visibility in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/side-view-mirror-visibility/#post-242727 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:46:31 -0400 Mycar came with the fender mounted mirrors and a round Harley mirror on the dash. I could see a spot right behind me but nothing to either side so I put a TD style mirror on the dash and that works great. I bought a left side mirror from Mg Magic that clamps onto the windshield and it works great! I had to insert a chunk of aluminum into the…[Read more]

]]> 3d9b27355278b62c29fec75be118f4b6 chuck schmit replied to the topic VW info in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-info/#post-242713 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:33:37 -0400 The boat repair/repainter I bought my MiGi from sugested painting with a high quality and durable paint called Imron (by DuPont, I believe). He even offered to paint it for me if I did the prep work. I would probably not paint a fiberglass car black because it shows all the little imperfections that are inherant to fiberglass. Did you ever notice…[Read more]

]]> 0edd8e5a91eb13a643ecfba2f8e396d4 chuck schmit replied to the topic Dropped Spindles in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/dropped-spindles/#post-242507 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:17:29 -0400 I have the cut and weld lowering on my fiberfab MiGi. I’ve made some adjustments to deal with the ride height as it came to me. It looks and rides good now. But…
If I were to start from scratch I would put in adjusters, get the narrowed front beam, remove some leaves and put on dropped spindles (Might as well do disc brakes while you are at…[Read more]

]]> 43ab75b40e4245b2d5c3790d6cd13b97 chuck schmit replied to the topic Rear Suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rear-suspensin-2/#post-242459 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:52:43 -0400 It appears the body is in the way, even if you remove the fenders.
My carwas just a little too low for me so I put on gas charged Monroes and it raised my rear a little over an inch.
The notion that yoiu can’t use gas charged shocks on a VW is not so in my humble opinion. These shocks are also full of oil.
 It would be better to do all the ride…[Read more]

]]> 3e184da3d3fe3cd8b56caaba86d557d4 chuck schmit replied to the topic engine rebuild in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/engine-rebuild/#post-242352 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:22:44 -0400 I agree with Ed, it’s a lot of fun and usually rewarding to start the engine up -right now!
air cooled engines are the most fun cuz you can sit in a wagon and hook up a battery and a gas line and fire-away!
They sound really powerful  with no exhaust system and the torque nearly tips them over when you rev it up.
Vw engines are cheap and easy to…[Read more]

]]> 7b32b2b2cf6e393677e74634fd9591f8 chuck schmit replied to the topic need wiring help in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-wiring-help/#post-242364 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:05:15 -0400 the traditional way to wire an inline ampmeter is to run a wire from the big  term on the starter (which also has the batt cable on it) to term “A” of the ampmeter. Term “B” gets the wire from the alt and the main power line for the rest of the car( fuse box etc) My MiGi came to me wired wrong, with the alt feeding into term A. The harness was evi…[Read more]

]]> e6d15c879e4ea863fdf04c26710c4bc3 chuck schmit replied to the topic Brake question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-questin/#post-242405 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:48:08 -0400 If you have all of the air out of the system, you can pull the hand brake and adjust the front shoes very tight, then try your pedal. It should be hard and high then. I fit’s not then you still have some air in the system and you can buy a little pump and bleed from the wheels back to the masted cyl to try to get it out. I presume you were…[Read more]

]]> fc349dc2023bbd5739436d4c1f669cf1 chuck schmit replied to the topic Seat Cushions in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-cushins/#post-242294 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:57:06 -0400 The previous owner of my MiGi cut a big hole in the under-butt board and put a rubber diaphram or strap across the hole to soften the seat a bit. I replaced the board with a solid piece and recovered it and thought that I had improved things until I drove it for a half hour and got a bruised butt. I also didn’t like sitting that much higher.…[Read more]

]]> 67c718a2f192f4f6bfef6516acc6f6ab chuck schmit replied to the topic new kit in box in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-kit-in-box/#post-242057 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:18:58 -0400 I liked james’ comment on non-stainless screws. My migi had no stainless screws anywhere and jus a few brass ones. Even the snaps for the tonneau were plated ferrous material. I’ve been replace-ing everything that shows with stainless. The galvanized 1/4-20 screws that hold the whole thing together don’t rust but they are not very pretty after a…[Read more]

]]> ed5415de2febb3a04d1310e3fa259305 chuck schmit replied to the topic new kit in box in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-kit-in-box/#post-242053 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:21:47 -0400 There is another brad new car-in-a-box in texas for $500 its on craigslook.com (this site gives you the whole us in your searches)
Chuck

]]> d68ee09cd868fa5ae51cd107872a82f5 chuck schmit replied to the topic Master Cylinder ^68 VW in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/master-cylinder-68-vw/#post-241885 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:08:43 -0400 I replaced my 74 dual master cyl this w/e because it leaked down under pressure, like when you have to stop real fast! I bled it really good on the bench then plugged all the holes and just pulled one plug  at a time and put in each line one at a time. I didn’t even have to bleed the system when i got it all hooked up. This is a measy job, ho…[Read more]

]]> 1f0b9ff0c9e2ca944615bc500b02d3a2 chuck schmit replied to the topic Bridget won’t start in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/bridget-wnt-start/#post-241841 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:31:21 -0400 Most solenoids/relays can be fixed by taking them apart and flipping the contact disc over and turning the bolts that are the contacts 180 degrees. I did one on my garden tractor last sunday!
Chuck
 

]]> 9cbe506cb2bcea61dedd5c78f743b771 chuck schmit replied to the topic Oil Leak around pushrod tube in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/oil-leak-around-pushrod-tube/#post-241945 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:22:06 -0400 Does anyone know if you can replace the head gaskets when you slide (wiggle) the head back that inch or so? I’ve had limited success reusing head gaskets. Does VW use copper gaskets or any at all?
Chuck 

]]> 400d3515c6982710a751917d8246b1fc chuck schmit replied to the topic VW exhaust system in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-exhaust-system/#post-239290 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:02:52 -0400 Hi
I installed the 3417 with 1 outlet pipe (a very long pipe!) Might need a red flag on that tailpipe it’s sooo long…
The sound is great, nice and quiet until you punch it then it has a nice throaty sound.
I did have clearance problems so I moved the fiberglass cover back about 5/8 inch and it just clears now. Had to redill one hole and add…[Read more]

]]> 7a374ae8774c4abd4506382fece4e709 chuck schmit replied to the topic Carburetor in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/carburetor/#post-240738 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:40:26 -0400 I discovered a trick when I first got my MiGi. I f its running too lean you can manually richen the mixture by pushing the lever on the accelerator pump. It will run smoothly for a few seconds then get rough again. I have dual carbs so as long as one is working you can play with the other one. I found the passage to the 3 intermediate fuel supply…[Read more]

]]> de65c44fd797d1add309351acbc694ae chuck schmit replied to the topic Speedometer problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/speedometer-problem/#post-241420 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:09:15 -0400 Hi Dennis
Got the gift certificates.
Thanks
 PS: How does the speedo work
Chuck

]]> ee36a8162afd34e14aa571fd997971de chuck schmit replied to the topic Speedometer problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/speedometer-problem/#post-241419 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:10:15 -0400 Hi Dennis
The speedo was locked up which will twist off the cable. You can buy the cable inner part at most auto supply stores and cut to your required length. It comes with a little tool to crimp the end on and works great and saves you the work and expense of changing the whole thing (assuming that it’s still in good shape).
Thanks
chuck

]]> b874cb7601bacbeeef7dfa514d962cc8 chuck schmit replied to the topic First kit car in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/first-kit-car/page/2/#post-241218 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:36:37 -0400 It looks like the engine cover is hitting the pre-heater boxes above the muffler. You can throw these boxes away and get more clearance. Also, the empi mufflers (avail from partsdoghouse and Cip1) give you more room under the cover. Read the muffler thread.
The height of the engine cooling fan is the real limiting factor. My Migi has the cover…[Read more]

]]> 23eedd4ea584fd8540541f593560bd79 chuck schmit replied to the topic Incentive to Purchase in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/incentive-to-purchase/#post-241709 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:39:07 -0400 I helped out my nephew a few years back by driving a 66 corvair convertible from new mexico to Minnesota on New Years day and trading it for a very nice ’63 corvair coupe which was my old car in the 60’s. The trip back to California in the 63 Corvair was not without some excitement, but we made it and I still have the ’63 and love it.
I would…[Read more]

]]> 6df9dbc3e7f73bb13284151b0921d985 chuck schmit replied to the topic Speedometer problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/speedometer-problem/#post-241416 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:22:46 -0400 Hi
OK, if you insist. There is an Applebees close by that would be fine.
I’ll drop this in the mail today (usps) and thanks
Chuck

]]> 04c8b128d04bb6fe6eff1ccad761acd0 chuck schmit replied to the topic Speedometer problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/speedometer-problem/#post-241413 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:55:59 -0400 I fixed it for you. The only tough part is uncrimping the bezel which holds the glass on the front of the speedo. Inside, you had the same problem as I did with mine. The little drive gear gets stuck due to lack of lubrication. The worm gear on the spinning main shaft then simply screws itself out pulling itself out of the spinning magnet. Then…[Read more]

]]> 089466c0e16e6bb585c88fd12e863adb chuck schmit replied to the topic Speedometer problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/speedometer-problem/#post-241410 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:23:48 -0400 Hi Dbrock
I can repair your speedofor you for free! The shops don’t like to spend the time with the crimped on front bezel. That was one of the first repairs I had to do on my MiGi! It took about an hour and was fun for me!
Chuck
650 24th av
Santa Cruz, Ca 95062
 

]]> 6d62cf17abb1412c26a7bbb900069e44 chuck schmit replied to the topic VW exhaust system in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-exhaust-system/#post-239284 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:43:32 -0400 Hi Guys
Thanks for all the info on mufflers. I want something just loud enough to hide the sewing machine sound of the lifters! That’s a whole ‘nuther thread, however!
Which tips give you the most ground clearance? My tips scrape going down my drive way and If I back up I can dig in and really tear something up. So, I’m looking for somethig that…[Read more]

]]> 7630bdab2f64768a1ba576bfa21f1487 chuck schmit replied to the topic brake issue in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-issue/#post-241595 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:27:32 -0400 Hi Guys
Just one note on Grabby brakes after many theories have been proven false.
ONCE A BRAKE SHOE HAS GOTTON GREASE OR BRAKE FLUID ON IT IT WILL BE TROUBLE. Most commonly grabbing or locking up. Drum brakes are “self activating” which means the forward rotation of the drum puts pressure on pivot pin causing the shoe to pivot toward the drum and…[Read more]

]]> 5940fd102cdead56900b97d33a0db38b chuck schmit replied to the topic VW Engine Trouble in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-trouble/#post-241485 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:57:45 -0400 Hi Paul
There is one thing you can try before digging into the engine. The valve could be stuckdue to a build–up of carbon or some other stuff (like aluminum-which you would see on the spark plug also,which would mean the piston has gone). If the plug looks ok try this:
1) put the #4 piston in the down position
2) remove the rockers and valve…[Read more]

]]> 2625751e10d126eef34d44382ece582b chuck schmit replied to the topic Wiper Blades in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiper-blades/#post-241130 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:39:13 -0400 I have cut 20″ blades in half and made 2 nice 10″ ers fur the price of one. 10 ” is a bit long so I tailor them to the position where I’m using them. Not all blades can be cut down without falling apart, however.
chuck

]]> 6d528f80df88360b77f7d4a4923de0c7 chuck schmit replied to the topic VW Engine Trouble in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-trouble/page/2/#post-241484 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:29:08 -0400 Hi Paul,
Sorry to hear about your problem.
I blew a fan belt in Tulsa Oklahoma a few years back and noticed the alternator not charging right away and incorrectly assumed it was a bad alt.and kept on going. When I noticed the cyl head temp going towards 600 degrees f i stopped the car but let the engine idle. As soon as I saw the broken belt I…[Read more]

]]> a75b2175dce74ee4d97dd4371877743d chuck schmit replied to the topic VW exhaust system in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-exhaust-system/#post-239281 Fri, 14 May 2010 13:41:20 -0400 Hi
Does the Bugpack #2031-13 retain the heater boxes? And how quiet is it? My 1600 has dual carbs without chokes and in the morning I wake up all the neighbors and my girlfriend with all the popping and backfiring of the cold engine. My girl B

‘s about it!  ( It might be cheaper to get a new girlfriend who appreciates exhaust noise, you…[Read more]

]]> 4c2829e916c2cf3e6d72540800ae6058 chuck schmit replied to the topic VW exhaust system in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-exhaust-system/#post-239279 Fri, 14 May 2010 12:02:48 -0400 Has any one tried the 3417 on their fiberfab car?

]]> 035f1c16b195db88d078b9bf81a519f2 chuck schmit replied to the topic VW exhaust system in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-exhaust-system/#post-239278 Fri, 14 May 2010 12:01:44 -0400 Has anyone tried the 3417 on their car? (I like the looks)The previous owner of my car cut out the bottom of the rear panel to clear a 4 pipe system so as long as it doesn’t hit the bumber it’s ok. My car is so low that I don’t want a pipe coming out low and scraping. I have already lost one pipe backing up in to a high curb. We’ve got “speed b…[Read more]

]]> 09d91db2af9638532df1d6198380fe74 chuck schmit replied to the topic Wire Wheels for VW in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wire-wheels-for-vw/#post-239671 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:17:49 -0400 I like the wire hubcap idea and there are not too many choices, I can’t even find tires to fit ! I blacked out the chrome “platter” behind the spokes and the wheels look a lot better to me. When you look at a real wire wheel you don’t see a shiney platter, you see black nothingness or maybe a caliper and rotor. I have an mgb that has wire wheels…[Read more]

]]> 630e2249a69816e41abe1ba5d2250850 chuck schmit replied to the topic my pics in the forum TD Replicas https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-pics/#post-240845 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:02:11 -0400 thanks!

]]> 9845e8f75b0dbbcaaf5e91f46a944451 chuck schmit replied to the topic 1985 BCW Rear Shocks in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1985-bcw-rear-shocks/#post-240702 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:55:04 -0400 The stock shocks for the front, 31538, have a compressed length of 14.125 inches. With the car ride height set to give 2″ of space above the front tires to the fender edge you end up with 1″ of travel before the shock bottoms out. (not good) The short shocks for lowered vw’s sold by Cip1 are 3 ” shorter and give a great ride. I had to make room…[Read more]

]]> 44b8e471dc5285c532e953917a3b8d46 chuck schmit replied to the topic MGTD Kit car suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-kit-car-suspensin/page/2/#post-236219 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:10:11 -0400 I put my new shorter oil filled shocks from Cip1 on my MiGi saturday. What a difference! The car now soaks up the bumps instead of magnifying them!
I now have about 3 inches of travel which seems adequate for most roads I drive on.
BTW  Is the radiator shell just supposed to sit on top of the front axel? seems like a good place for a rubber pad.

]]> 479a11b469f8d82696f56e3f3fa696ca chuck schmit replied to the topic MGTD Kit car suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-kit-car-suspensin/page/2/#post-236217 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:41:13 -0500 Hi ed
My fiancee took one token ride in the TD. Not her cup of tea!
One other thing, the clearance between body and the tie rods is very close. Make sure you cut away any excess fiberglass above the tie rods, Run the wheels ful left to full right and note close clearance areas.
thanks
Chuck

]]> f4bdf5bd0b3283dd9906bed84a1bb508 chuck schmit replied to the topic MGTD Kit car suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-kit-car-suspensin/page/2/#post-236215 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:43:12 -0500 Hi Ed
When I first got my td I was disappointed in the hard ride. It felt like the suspension was too stiff. I talked to people about softening the ride by reducing the spring rate. This forum offered up a lot of good ideas. I let some air out of the front tires(now 15#) and then the rear(25 #). This helped. then I crawled under the car and…[Read more]

]]> 5316e03061fde00806cb2cc891da561b chuck schmit replied to the topic MGTD Kit car suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-kit-car-suspensin/page/2/#post-236212 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:25:52 -0500 cip1.com has a shorter shock which allows you more upward suspension travel. Its 10 inches compressed which should stop you from scraping the fender and give you more travel and better ride. You can add rubber bottoming blocks on the shock if your fenders scrape on big bumps. These blocks come with the monroematic shocks. I could not find the…[Read more]

]]> 3567d6b41b8da869e4506af90b92f472 chuck schmit replied to the topic MGTD Kit car suspension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mgtd-kit-car-suspensin/page/2/#post-236209 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:24:56 -0500 Hi Ed
My problem was that the shocks were too long limiting the travel of the wheels upward when I hit a bump, llike no spring at all!
The part that bothers me is that my shock is exactly what monroe calls out for for a 74 bettle. There is only 2.6 inchs of travel in this shock and this must be within the total travel range and the ride h…[Read more]

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