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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Carlisle 2023 in the forum Site 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Thank you Ed for the information. We are going to plan on it. However, I think I’m going to choose a Hilton because I have a lot of points to use. If that’s a issue, please let me know! I’ll probably arrive Thursday afternoon also. I live near Akron Ohio, so I will bring a trailer. I’m not built for a 5 hour drive in a TD. I did meet CRASH5…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Carlisle 2023 in the forum Site 1 month, 3 weeks ago
I’m really interested in the show, but I’m a little confused! The show’s website has the event for May 12 & 13th, but the hotel information above says 10 ~ 14th. Is some else beyond the show dates taking place? I would assume there are group meetings, but I’d like a little more info please.
Ive been a member for several years, but finally g…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain started the topic Easy fender removal? in the forum General Discussion 3 months, 1 week ago
I’m getting my Fiberfab MG on a VW chassis ready to be painted in a couple of weeks. I’d really like to replace the fender Welting, because it is really sad shape. While I’ve got the rear fenders off fairly easily, the running boards and front fenders are a problem that I do not see an easy solution for. Has anyone in this group found a way to…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain posted a new activity comment 6 months, 2 weeks ago
A fuel regulator was added to reduce pressure from the mechanical pump. Also, the crankcase ventilation was improved.
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Gregg Strain commented on Gregg Strain's Photo 6 months, 2 weeks ago
A fuel regulator was added to reduce pressure from the mechanical pump. Also, the crankcase ventilation was improved.
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Gregg Strain posted a new activity comment 6 months, 2 weeks ago
The alternator pulley was changed to a Porsche 346 to increase the fan speed by 28% to provide more cooling. The fan was changed to a balanced/welded one.
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Gregg Strain commented on Gregg Strain's Photo 6 months, 2 weeks ago
The alternator pulley was changed to a Porsche 346 to increase the fan speed by 28% to provide more cooling. The fan was changed to a balanced/welded one.
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Gregg Strain added 6 Photos 7 months ago
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic I need a vdo speedometer. in the forum General Discussion 7 months ago
I’m a little late with my suggestion! I bought a new VDO speedometer and the cable conversion to mate an analog cable to the electronic speedo. It did not go well. The calibration procedure was less then accurate regardless of what method I tried. When I got a reasonable result on the odometer, the needle was swinging all over the place (20 mph s…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain added 2 Photos 7 months ago
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Looking for convertible tops and side curtains in the forum Classifieds 10 months, 1 week ago
I agree that MGMAGIC is a good source. I considered them for a long time, but I decided to go to a marine upholstery/canvas shop because of their extensive variety of material. However, I live near Lake Erie which has a huge base of suppliers. Also, this time of the year is a busy time. Cost was in the same ballpark as MGMAGIC, I waited about 3…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Bucket seats in a TD Replica in the forum General Discussion 11 months ago
Found out that I could change my profile image easily.
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Gregg Strain changed their profile picture 11 months ago
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Bucket seats in a TD Replica in the forum General Discussion 11 months, 2 weeks ago
I’d like to, but I keep getting a “critical error “ message as you did a few days ago with no reply.
I see you got it figured out, however. The latest instructions I could find did not work for me. I tried to post on an IPad and Windows 10. If I can get it work, I send you what I have.
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Bucket seats in a TD Replica in the forum General Discussion 11 months, 3 weeks ago
I had always found my original VW Fiberfab seats uncomfortable. After a few minutes, it felt like sitting on plywood, because I was! I decided to try a conventional VW Type 1 seat bottoms that I found at a swap meet. It took a lot of cutting and grinding to make them fit the narrowed seat pans and a 3 inch high pedestal. I also narrowed the seat…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Turn signal switch in the forum MGTD Kit Parts and other stuff 1 year ago
I’m probably way too late for a timely response. I had the same problem and purchased a VW Bus turn signal. It has a straight stalk. Plenty of clearance. Gregg
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic VW Floor Pan replacement in the forum VW Based Kits 1 year, 6 months ago
Well, I’m ashamed to tell you this and now I can expect some chastisement! When I bought my Fiberfab VW, I knew it had a ton of issues and and replacing the pans was way down the list! (It WAS cheap!) So I took a shortcut that is in the temporary category. The pans had some holes in the seat area, but there was still sufficient good metal. Get th…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Auto Insurance in the forum General Discussion 1 year, 11 months ago
Hagerty is a good choice AND I love the magazine an all the videos. My regular vehicles are with Progressive. I had my TD first on Progressive and was satisfied until my agent recommended Hagerty which took a reasonable effort from the agent to underwrite, but the savings were significant. They will ask for secure storage and pictures!
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Alignment specifications on Fiber Fab TD in the forum General Discussion 2 years, 3 months ago
Well, I went to my local shop that has done my tires, oil changes and light repairs for many years, for my alignment. Toe in was acceptable as is, but the “technician” and I had a discussion about the camber adjustment. He insisted that the car did not any eccentrics installed and showed me what they were supposed to look like. I informed him tha…[Read more]
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Gregg Strain replied to the topic Alignment specifications on Fiber Fab TD in the forum General Discussion 2 years, 3 months ago
”Surprise surprise!”, said Gomer. I never knew shims existed for castor adjustment. I thought that whatever you had, you were stuck with.
Once again, proof that this site is made for VW rookies like me. Thanks Gregg
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