MG TD Replica Car Club | Mark Konrad | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/mark-k/activity/ Activity feed for Mark Konrad. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:44:09 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 4263c18d776da720bec3f77ec77cd33d Mark Konrad replied to the topic spin on filter in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spin-on-filter/#post-260033 Wed, 26 Mar 2014 15:59:13 -0400 Greg when I rebuilt my engine last summer I installed the empi 9207 and its easy to install and works just fine.

]]> 5eff207cd4ea89039fa890867e0fa2c7 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Top & side panels For Sale in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/top-side-panels-for-sale/#post-259343 Sun, 12 Jan 2014 18:16:36 -0500 My top has velcor pockets for the bow’s very secure.

]]> 3b0b2deb50e7e60d6f275512cc8286f0 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Top & side panels For Sale in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/top-side-panels-for-sale/#post-259341 Sun, 12 Jan 2014 15:50:10 -0500 Hi Guys

 
The Top should fit fiberfab Kits.  I have a MIGI II Fiberfab Kit and it works fine.  I called John at Mgmagic and told him what I had when I purchased it and he said the top he sent me would fit fine and it did.  As for the side panels, they are side curtains which zip on to the top and snap on to the door etc.  The rear window does not z…

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]]> 64195f0a575d67130dd0c0bda380f90d Mark Konrad replied to the topic New Custom Made Steering Wheel & Dash in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-custom-made-steering-wheel-dash/#post-258639 Fri, 01 Nov 2013 16:14:25 -0400 Roy I could not find the rivets any where. So I drilled out the rivets on the steering wheel and where the rivets were on the back side I filled the holes with walnut doll. I took the dish part to a Polishing company in Sarasota and had them flatten the dish and polish it. Then I took the polished part and reinstalled it using no. 6 1 inch…[Read more]

]]> de6c6442d4a75c23b827fb5652fcb82f Mark Konrad replied to the topic Clutch pedal extension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/clutch-pedal-extension/#post-256304 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:46:03 -0400 Well Paul that is about what was done for me. Ron at Sunshine Auto Garage had to make a push rod for the brake but everything works great. I have had it checked also by my close friend from our VW club who owns a classic car repair shop while we changed the master cylinder and says it was done very well.If anyone has a question on how it was…[Read more]

]]> de6c6442d4a75c23b827fb5652fcb82f Mark Konrad replied to the topic Clutch pedal extension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/clutch-pedal-extension/#post-256304 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:46:03 -0400 Well Paul that is about what was done for me. Ron at Sunshine Auto Garage had to make a push rod for the brake but everything works great. I have had it checked also by my close friend from our VW club who owns a classic car repair shop while we changed the master cylinder and says it was done very well.If anyone has a question on how it was…[Read more]

]]> de6c6442d4a75c23b827fb5652fcb82f Mark Konrad replied to the topic Clutch pedal extension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/clutch-pedal-extension/#post-256304 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:46:03 -0400 Well Paul that is about what was done for me. Ron at Sunshine Auto Garage had to make a push rod for the brake but everything works great. I have had it checked also by my close friend from our VW club who owns a classic car repair shop while we changed the master cylinder and says it was done very well.If anyone has a question on how it was…[Read more]

]]> 1352cbb8235fa7dc9ef0a46d14a180a1 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Clutch pedal extension in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/clutch-pedal-extension/#post-256302 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:16:43 -0400 HI WendyI’ll bet you that your legs are not as short as mine!!!. I had the complete pedal assembly moved closer the seat on the tunnel. A little costly but didn’t have to put on pedal blocks on etc. It would probably work for you also.Mark

]]> 294c4fca7264977b0caae2ca29b1ae50 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Other types of seats in your TD replica in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/other-types-of-seats-in-your-td-replica/#post-255675 Fri, 03 May 2013 12:28:32 -0400 Kent I’ll post some pic’s as we go along with the seat design etc. hopefully with in a week or so.

]]> 11987b7c63e4f27d58e70895d3173f84 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Other types of seats in your TD replica in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/other-types-of-seats-in-your-td-replica/#post-255669 Fri, 03 May 2013 10:17:35 -0400 Well guys have decide to make a seat for my TD. Can’t find what I need and don’t want to pay out a lot of $$$ for a seat and find it will not fit.I am going to be working with a friend who does auto restoration work and upholstery work who offered to help me build them. So hopefully I should have the frame made by next week and will send pic’s.…[Read more]

]]> cdcc4faadb713a7470465e35173271bf Mark Konrad replied to the topic Other types of seats in your TD replica in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/other-types-of-seats-in-your-td-replica/#post-255656 Thu, 02 May 2013 10:41:28 -0400 Kent I have been looking all over the place for new seats and came across one at AppleTreAuto.com They have a Slim Line Off Road seat that looks nice and is 19 inches wide. Don’t know if it would work maybe still to wide.I may just build one. Have a friend that is a very good auto upholster that said he would help me. If I do I’ll let you know.

]]> 61452d055857666a68751e1c2f739311 Mark Konrad replied to the topic New member in the forum Membership https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-16/#post-255410 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:38:42 -0400 Hi FredYou can try MG Magic also for a hard copy, that’s who I got mine from for my TD. Their phone no. is 1-954-680-2010 and web site isMgMagic.intuitwebsites.com

]]> 61507df2bed1ab8a3b4a068efeab64be Mark Konrad replied to the topic Carb Adjustment Problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/carb-adjustment-problem/#post-255344 Sun, 07 Apr 2013 21:45:28 -0400 Do you have a electronic idle shut off screw on the right side of your carb. or a mechanical screw in place. I have a 30 pict carb and could never get it to work right, until I replaced the electronic idle shut off with a mechanical one. The adjustment screw on the left side of the carb. didn’t work correctly until I changed it out. Then it…[Read more]

]]> 11429e460a1f6fbc0be6c5f799311a07 Mark Konrad replied to the topic UP Date on New Wiring, & New Dash in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/up-date-on-new-wiring-new-dash/#post-254765 Sat, 02 Mar 2013 16:12:57 -0500 Thank Kent for the info on posting a picture.Mark K2013-03-02 16:14:26

]]> 366cfd801c928effe6435fc50c510317 Mark Konrad replied to the topic UP Date on New Wiring, & New Dash in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/up-date-on-new-wiring-new-dash/#post-254764 Sat, 02 Mar 2013 16:12:19 -0500 New Walnut Dash roughed in and ready for final sanding & varnish. Varnish I wil be using is Z Spac Captain’s Varnish.  It is a marine varnish which is very good and very durable.  installing Auto Meter Gauges (Golden Oldies Series).  Hope to have it completed next week.  Won’t install the dash though until the new part is ready for the gauge…[Read more]

]]> ad34fa3be23628b9f2e2f0364a4bcc36 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Stiff shifter in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/stiff-shifter/#post-254292 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 13:20:35 -0500 Thanks your not alone.  I’m just and Old fart just trying to learn.

]]> f548c90d91f86048ac35f8bafb37d2b7 Mark Konrad replied to the topic 30 pict 2 carb in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/30-pict-2-carb/#post-254267 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:51:50 -0500 Hi Allen hope all is well in GA.  Are you going to come to our car show in August here in Sebring Fl.?

]]> 3fd2f6a67fdb6571cd07fcbd03ce299b Mark Konrad replied to the topic Stiff shifter in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/stiff-shifter/#post-254290 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:50:19 -0500 Not sure. 

 
I think a will unbolt the shifter on the tunnel and see whats going on there first then double check the trans.  Shouldn’t be because its cold because I ive in Florida and the weather is in the 80’s.
 
May try repplacing the trans fluid if can’t find a problem in the tunnel area.
]]> f7be03bef7f7bd5fc68524cc9dbeec12 Mark Konrad replied to the topic 30 pict 2 carb in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/30-pict-2-carb/#post-254265 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 11:42:20 -0500 Took the non electric cutoff idle jet off the 30 pict 1 carb. and put it on my 30 pict 2 carb and it took care of my.  With the electic cutoff idle jet it place the carb before ran to rich etc. and did not preform well at all.

]]> 6b867597b9bd02498907f29883d72e01 Mark Konrad replied to the topic 30 pict 2 carb in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/30-pict-2-carb/#post-254264 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 10:15:56 -0500 I was thinking of taking a non electric (cutoff) idle jet from a 30 pict 1 carb. and install it on my 30 pict 2 carb which I think should work.

 
Had not thought about lopping off the electronic it one.
]]> 0038275651f805143c4fc9c28eaead39 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Florida Bug Jam in November in the forum Clubs and Show https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/florida-bug-jam-in-november/#post-251835 Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:54:49 -0400 Hi Allen my wife Donna and I will be going.  Several from our local VW club will also be going.

Let me know where you want to meet.  I may bring my TD if I can get a few things done on her.
 
 
]]> 9c17f3b6eed2773a523aa6b0b30c800b Mark Konrad replied to the topic Piston to head clearance in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/piston-to-head-clearance/#post-250747 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:20:32 -0400 Royal, The heads were given to me by a friend and were already fly cut and completely rebuilt.  Additionally a friend fly cut the block etc.  We up graded to the 85.5mm/1600cc pistion and jugs and replace the cam with a 100 eagle cam.We worked on it today and with the cylinder gasket only inplace we found that that piston to head clearance wou…[Read more]

]]> b3de7dba03dbb99421d8798f5447793b Mark Konrad replied to the topic Piston to head clearance in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/piston-to-head-clearance/#post-250745 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:09:44 -0400 The cranshaft is standard & polished, the engine case and heads have been fly cut and I am using a 100 eagle cam and 85.5 mm piston and cylinders.   Some say I should use a 60 thousandths clearance and others say I can go to 45 clearance which would mean just install the cylinders & pistons  whichout shims etc.  Very confusing for a newbe.

]]> b29f0bb296c5d17bd2ada948893ea0ba Mark Konrad replied to the topic Tachometer Failure in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tachometer-failure/#post-249938 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:28:35 -0400 Thanks for the offer. 

 
I purchased the instruments some time ago which I intended to install later this year.  
]]> 33deec10b0fb07860cf33000f92fe7b7 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Tachometer Failure in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tachometer-failure/#post-249936 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:16:37 -0400 Roy you might be right regarding the Tach. dying.  I am sure it was old when I got the car probably from the 70’s.  I am still learning and wanted to check and make sure I was covering the bases in checking it out.  

 
I planned on pulling the dash this summer to replace all the instruments, and  refinish it, along with going through all the ecl…

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]]> 7f5a5d1908e452b6ace2f12ed1f389de Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249819 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:53:53 -0400 Well got back in town and my friend came over and fixed th problem. 

First the coil and electronic ignition that I took out for some went bad. 
Second he went over all the items I put in and checked the distrib. and that was in right.  We had current etc. at the coil but still no spark from the coil to the distrib.
 
Well to make a long story…

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]]> 9e195936efb7e3300868d5c7fffc3519 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249818 Sat, 24 Mar 2012 09:12:04 -0400 Thanks Allen for the help. 

 
We have got to go out of town today and will work on it when I get back next week.  I talked to a friend in our VW club here last night who builds VW racing engines and he said he would come over next week and help me correct the problem and show we steps for the future, plus teach me various things which will be gr…

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]]> 4df931745b261ed288b329617a8bc687 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249816 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:31:21 -0400 Allen once I take off the value cover and say find out I am 180 off what action should I take to just that?

]]> 423da76289c1071f27ae7a839d417748 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249814 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:17:58 -0400 Allen I just rechecked checked electric fuel shut off and that works also.  The carb was rebuilt about 800 miles ago also.  The carb seems to be getting plenty of fuel.  I have spark from the coil and it appears I have spark to the no 1 plug.

 
Only thing I can think of is the timing is so far out it won’t start.  Possibly the no 1 head is in the…

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]]> f8e2e896bdcd8b0eb826d55597f34a54 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249811 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:49:11 -0400 Have a good VW guy here in town which can fix the problem I am sure, but then I would not figure this out on my own and learn from it.  I am in the learning mode, sat behind a desk for 40 years before jumping into learning machanics.  I do have a friend next door who is very good with machanics and will help me Saturday if I can’t figure it ou…[Read more]

]]> bd243b3673e0d4d4c7161caa0d5fb8b7 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249808 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:05:38 -0400 Well got the coil and the electronic ignition changed and now have good spark, and fuel to the carb. but still will not fire.

 
Only thing I can think of is timing is way off but don’t have a clue how to set it even after reading about it.
 
Any ideas??
]]> 224f3a923564e48ffef6e8699616a02c Mark Konrad replied to the topic car quit running in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/car-quit-running/#post-249823 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 17:47:47 -0400 Well Greg I have not a clue but because I am new at this, if you just got it back from the shop I’d make sure they fixed the problem and let you know what the problem was.  Possible they caused the problem when they serviced it etc.  They should make it right I’d think.

]]> fb8f3ca6f24a2dfe508092416dc6d0fd Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249803 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 17:43:03 -0400 Well I took out the coil and had it checked and its ok.  Have on order a new electronic iginition module.  So I’ll see if that will fix the problem.  Talk to several VW people here and the EI can fail any time with out notice. 

 
So if takes care of the problem great but I am thinking I may want to convert to points instead, at some point…

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]]> dfbc522008e600453a758e74f3a5a64f Mark Konrad replied to the topic Electric Problem Possible Coil Help needed in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electric-problem-possible-coil-help-needed/#post-249801 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 20:15:02 -0400 Thanks for the input.

 
The eclectronic ignition was on the car when I got it last summer so not sure what the type is.  I think I will try and use a ohmmeter to test the coil first, and then try and use a different coil to see if I get some spark then go from there.  I know the fuel is fine so thats not the problem.  Hopefully its just the coi…

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]]> c8331084191924a6dc0853ede153c16a Mark Konrad replied to the topic Florida Car Show? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/florida-car-show/#post-249653 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:42:05 -0500 Thanks Roy had not thought about that.  I have several VW Club friends here that can fix me up with both.

]]> 68ea0b268c7432d44d1e5d02ed462c07 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Florida Car Show? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/florida-car-show/#post-249651 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:07:27 -0500 I would like to come, but I’d have to find a way the trailer my TD.  I don’t like drivng my Td on busy expressways etc. and I would have to either take  I 4 or 275 to get to you.  

I’ll see if I can work something out and let you know later.

]]> 0a11c6db3bb5901bbba5a6506fdb71bc Mark Konrad replied to the topic Saturday Ride in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/saturday-ride-2/#post-249614 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 10:10:14 -0500 Thats right it has a 750 motorcycle engine in it any only wieghs 900 pounds.  Ron has had it up to 140 but not with my butt in it.  Only sits 4 inch off the ground, has two seats and is a bitch to get in and out of for and old fart like me.  Plus when he is in it his head is level with the top of my door on the TD.  Its a beauty. 

]]> 9d5a7789017423a7efd8bf3ea14860d7 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Mrs Peel wins another Beauty contest in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mrs-peel-wins-another-beauty-contest/#post-249610 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 09:11:09 -0500 Way to go Mel.

 
I am going to enter Sarasota in her first car show this coming weekend and several more this month so I hope she does as well as Mrs Peel.
]]> b4008793f71d16baa66f2eec98a302d6 Mark Konrad replied to the topic our store in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/our-store/#post-249483 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:47:16 -0500 Hey Mark

Do you have a phone no. for her or just contact her via e-mail thru. ebay with questions?
]]> 0d0eb08c38995acfcc341d463a4f7905 Mark Konrad replied to the topic our store in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/our-store/#post-249463 Mon, 27 Feb 2012 08:46:28 -0500 Hey Guys

 
I to wanted a shirt etc.   So I went online to a site http://www.cafepress.com and ordered one for my wife and I.  You can customize your shirt etc.  I downloaded a picture of my car and added wording to the back and added wording to the front.   As soon as I get them I will post a picture.  Should have them later this week. They are about $…

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]]> 13f59c8d8e9d4c004c12798e71039670 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Repainting in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/repainting/#post-249141 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:24:35 -0500 Rockyx Hope this helps.  Found it on line.
Surface prep is very important. Paint will not stick to oily or greasy surfaces. The oil from your hands is enough to prevent adhesion. So a clean surface is vital. Also, if the surface is too rough or has gouges in it those blemishes will show right through the paint.
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]]> 2850db221e8e27df22ffbff0bd08ba23 Mark Konrad replied to the topic London Roadster Shocks and coil over in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/lndn-roadster-shocks-and-coil-over/#post-248870 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:23:03 -0500 Hi John
Well I am a newbie also and can’t answer your question direct.  I had a simlar problem finding a answer for the correct trailing arm for my 1970 VW MG TD and contacted rodney@airheadparts.com and sent him a couple of pictures and he gave me the info I needed plus he can get the part for me.  Hope this helps.  Maybe someone will know on t…[Read more]

]]> 3cb0d64d769aed55d1c26bcac40c0563 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Need help Finding a Part in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-help-finding-a-part/#post-248867 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:35:24 -0500 Hey guys thanks for the info.  I talked to the guy at Chirco’s and also got a e-mail back from Airhead and they were both helpful and I think can get what I need.
This site is great for info. etc. and help form everyone for new auto owners like myself.  Some day I might just up to speed.  
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]]> bceeb9e702498c725637ef042c72c6ab Mark Konrad replied to the topic Need help Finding a Part in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-help-finding-a-part/#post-248864 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:11:59 -0500 They also call it a trailing arm.

]]> c842ebddf8ed83e8af5d414817dab22d Mark Konrad replied to the topic Need help Finding a Part in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-help-finding-a-part/#post-248863 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:51:13 -0500 The Diagonal Arm is the arm which supports the shock absorber in the rear and is apart of the rear suspension on a driveaxle model.

]]> a80df42d9db85f1698fc626d22d028d5 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Need help Finding a Part in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/need-help-finding-a-part/#post-248861 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:45:03 -0500 HI John is that the right no. came seem to get it to go through?

]]> fcdb3cd9f260de3743ff8c002bdd4f15 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Great Dealer in the forum VW Vendors https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/great-dealer/#post-245518 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:00:10 -0500 Do you have a phone no. for the guy in Miami?
Need to find a diagonal arm for a 1970 VW
 
 

]]> 7a405ad1f7a673ca852ae553c7f02153 Mark Konrad replied to the topic The New Build Begins in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/the-new-build-begins/#post-248252 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:02:50 -0500 Mark sounds like you well into your rebuild.
When I purcahsed my TD I had know idea about mechanics at all.  Worked my whole life at a desk for a bank.  Always want to try and work on cars but until I retired did not have the time. 
Since I got my TD in July I have rebuilt my carb. which works great suprisingly,first time.  Then purchased an ext…[Read more]

]]> b69644ba018da47b1a1ee05f7fbe34a3 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Sad News in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sad-news/#post-248631 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:51:36 -0500 Paul, Sorry to hear about your loss.   You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. 

]]> d256c3d2cc1fa7b52abe69530a501c64 Mark Konrad replied to the topic Chassis Modification Question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/chassis-modificatin-questin/#post-248535 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 11:38:36 -0500 Allen you might call a Ron @ Sunshine Garage in Sarasota Florida.  He moved my pedal cluster and all he works on are VW’s.  He could tell you I am sure.  His no. is 1-941-365-6684.  Tell him I suggested you call him, his been a great guy to deal with.
Happy New Year, and hope to see you again in 2012.

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