MG TD Replica Car Club | Derek | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/nobody/activity/ Activity feed for Derek. Fri, 22 May 2026 00:32:46 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 a184d9992bbd5211713a7fb32512f260 Derek replied to the topic Juneybug MG TD build in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/juneybug-mg-td-build/page/2/#post-255881 Thu, 30 Jul 2015 22:46:37 -0400 If you’re not afraid to get dirty and do some glasswork then I would say glass is a piece of angle iron to bolt it to. That way it can spread out the stress across more of the firewall and will strengthen it at the same time?

]]> 70bbfc7bb93ff120f5a7655d531035c4 Derek replied to the topic Narrowed Front Beam in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/narrowed-front-beam/#post-265273 Thu, 30 Jul 2015 10:56:37 -0400 Alright, that’s good to hear. I have seen some more narrow, but they are definitely more expensive than the standard 2″. 

My wheels are some cheapie aftermarket EMPI knockoff and I think the offset is a little different than a stock rim so that might be throwing it off as well as the tires being a bit low on air when I measured.

I have some real…

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]]> 63479eacf6667ba3c5b7c5e4bb21c11d Derek replied to the topic cowl brackets for TDr? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/4/#post-261551 Tue, 28 Jul 2015 11:03:55 -0400 Well I don’t have any to put toward the cause but I would be happy to buy a set if they aren’t exorbitantly priced. Seems like he’ll have an easy time beating out the competition though!

]]> fd57d63002f2c7bbc258c41f7e0fd0dc Derek replied to the topic Rebel Wire VW harness in MG TD in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rebel-wire-vw-harness-in-mg-td/#post-264206 Thu, 02 Jul 2015 11:36:43 -0400 I can help once I get home and get some more detailed info but for now this may help.

This is the diagram and This is the key. You will have to ignore the other wiring for now and just trace the turn signals. 
As for the ignition, I believe one should be ground, One should come from the battery and one go to the starter? Double check that on the…

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]]> 2e73e61eac3de0cf0a31b81504674be8 Derek replied to the topic Sound Deadener on Floors in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/sound-deadener-on-floors/#post-265075 Thu, 02 Jul 2015 11:32:24 -0400 I can tell a difference of reverberated noise between top down and top up, the package shelf definitely amplifies some noise within the passenger compartment. I have something similar to dynamat that I got at a local auto audio place. It’s almost a dense rubbery tar type texture with the foil backing. I have it in the back of my squareback and it…[Read more]

]]> 04d01566b1f161ebfe14ad07813631ac Derek replied to the topic New Owner in the forum Car Registry https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-owner/#post-264959 Mon, 29 Jun 2015 11:30:29 -0400 Welcome! For the engine side of things pick up a John Muir Idiots Guide to keeping your VW alive. That will be useful for the engine and most of the mechanical side of things.

]]> 3e1ca70635bd2bdbfaf9d50f09a79dbc Derek replied to the topic Fuel Pump Pressure. in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-pump-pressure/#post-264772 Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:48:20 -0400 Well some improvement is better than none! I always hate when I am chasing a problem and replace things that don’t actually affect anything! 

Ouch! Hope your hand heals quickly!!!
With the float level, you may not have to adjust it, but make sure the little plastic retainer is in the right way. See this picture for how it should be. I put mine in…

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]]> 5701f484e7546d9dfe1dbb0e26ecc9b9 Derek replied to the topic accelerator pump squirter in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/accelerator-pump-squirter/#post-264795 Mon, 08 Jun 2015 11:46:23 -0400 Well that’s good to hear, would have been no fun to do a rebuild all for a little brass tube eh?

You can probably pick up a new one from the Samba classifieds, shouldn’t be too hard to find I wouldn’t think.
]]> c16ed59a713c14e11f0ad78ca433f250 Derek replied to the topic accelerator pump squirter in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/accelerator-pump-squirter/#post-264790 Sat, 06 Jun 2015 16:30:20 -0400 WOW! That is interesting, mine was seated pretty dang good and I would have to use pliers to pull it out whenever I cleaned the carb. How loose was yours?

]]> 4b66b07c38ccfa88f1895352cd0fa169 Derek replied to the topic Conversion in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/conversion/#post-264783 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 13:26:32 -0400 Well I have a type 3 Squareback and you would probably have to run a complete t3 motor, or at least get all the t3 cooling system. The way the intake manifolds run would interfere with the doghouse shroud I think. Plenty of options though including mega-squirt ECU and various throttle bodies. Lots to read up on and I hope to convert mine to FI one…[Read more]

]]> 8a2f6f9a30c2bc21045d502fc632227e Derek replied to the topic Fuel Pump Pressure. in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-pump-pressure/#post-264756 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 13:22:42 -0400 I’d try running with the new pressure for a while first. I’ve never had to mess with the float in mine.

]]> 0ca34f6849def1f0629b61598b77cf06 Derek replied to the topic KYB GR-2 shocks in the forum VW Parts for sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/kyb-gr-2-shocks/#post-264734 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 16:40:37 -0400 Dang, I just bought some of those new a couple weeks ago!

]]> a3a9e8d9500ba05fc007e3a487d49b03 Derek replied to the topic New Shifter in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-shifter/#post-264660 Tue, 26 May 2015 11:59:18 -0400 That there is perty! Approve Gotta check them out now!

]]> 31c3600aaa77d7d3a3f82ba66e736378 Derek replied to the topic Overheating..Tins in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/overheating-tins/#post-264463 Thu, 21 May 2015 19:30:02 -0400 I would agree with Kent, you don’t want to seal up the firewall as these cars do not have the air intake like the original beetle has. I would make sure you have all engine tins though and also make sure your oil cooler is not clogged (both the inside where the oil is, and the outside incase there is a rats nest or something blocking…[Read more]

]]> 4502e5aaf654ddb86592a226fd466f61 Derek replied to the topic Wire harness from MAGIC in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wire-harness-from-magic/#post-264570 Wed, 20 May 2015 13:53:07 -0400 I say go for it, just make sure to measure lots and label all the wires. I had to completely rewire my car when I got it, I based it off a used beetle harness, but it’s not too difficult of a job if you take it wire by wire. When you do it you might want to do the loom in sections (so that it can disconnect in a few places) to make it easier to…[Read more]

]]> e0f1afc01c1e73f6eb57ef2703cd1c5b Derek replied to the topic Convertible top/Speeding ticket in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/convertible-topspeeding-ticket/#post-264496 Fri, 15 May 2015 13:02:17 -0400 I actually had a top made for mine locally. When I bought the car originally it had all the hardware but the original top was rotted and torn. I took it to a local small canvas shop. They did a pretty good job, rear window is a little off but unless you’re looking you’d never know. Cost about $300 so I’m happy with it.

Spend a little time checking…

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]]> 72a256dfe11f0346afd920c3ad7120f4 Derek replied to the topic timing cause pinging or other reason in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/timing-cause-pinging-or-other-reason/#post-264367 Thu, 07 May 2015 11:57:07 -0400 I’ve got a Weber progressive on my 1600DP and I’m not getting any pinging. I got mine from ACN (Aircooled.net) and had them jet it for me based on my altitude. My main circuit is leaner than the secondary. The reason for this is smooth cruising on the idle circuit but more power on the secondary. ACN has some good tech articles if you want to…[Read more]

]]> 8b386edc81eb3c8f5806c4694a3c971a Derek replied to the topic New member- Mary :) in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-member-mary/#post-264231 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 22:35:30 -0400 Welcome!

That is indeed an interesting engine you have, there is no way to tell if it is a 1600cc or not without a teardown but the top half definitely has some modifications. I would love to know what that carb intake is and why there seems to be an extra oil cooler.
]]> efe90e7495fa5c5eef589d55a0b62fe1 Derek replied to the topic Ground Points in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ground-points/#post-264269 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 22:23:37 -0400 Yes you need the ground strap, otherwise the current will have to find its way through things like throttle cables and various things not made to carry power.

]]> a78fe74fb078afab54be4d370e2239cd Derek replied to the topic Where the heck did my new master cylinder go? in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/where-the-heck-did-my-new-master-cylinder-go/#post-264193 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:19:45 -0400 I think Paul’s plan is brilliant. Spike is right, that seems to be how it goes whenever I can’t find something and buy a new one.

]]> d6d0efc32a47537f79901dc7ea8dc53e Derek replied to the topic Rosebud Engine cleaned up in the forum TD Replicas https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rosebud-engine-cleaned-up/#post-264091 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 11:41:09 -0400 Looking Good!

What is that crazy contraption on the side of the case where the oil pressure sender goes?
And no oil filter on mine either, they seem to be used mainly on high performance engines. 
]]> c4f1e0b71433d1b0a345c157e43426c3 Derek replied to the topic fuel hose between tank and tunnel in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuel-hose-between-tank-and-tunnel/#post-264060 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 11:33:32 -0400 I think on my TDr everything is 5mm hose since it is carbureted, I used the equivalent fractional size though. 

I believe 7mm was used on fuel injected VWs, at least for type 3s. 
Is your fuel pump mechanical or electric? The mechanical ones should be same size inlet and outlet. 
And I felt the same way as you when I first got mine, I was hesitant to…

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]]> 8ff6fd98118848a0dae72320c54c6830 Derek replied to the topic Fender Braces - I aint got none... in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fender-braces-i-aint-got-none/#post-263950 Wed, 01 Apr 2015 16:58:18 -0400 Well my FF TDr doesn’t have any fender braces and I haven’t ever had a problem with flexing. 

]]> 598f88bd53a430e67eb22b81ae35f89b Derek replied to the topic Gas Prices --- ASSUME THE POSITION in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/gas-prices-assume-the-position/#post-263745 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 11:46:53 -0400 When I filled up this morning the premium 91 octane I get was $3.30…

]]> e0d5fa0ed41aef2ac73df377f7a46f30 Derek replied to the topic Downtown Stylin' -- Bonnet Scoop MGTDr in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/downtown-stylin-bonnet-scoop-mgtdr/#post-263692 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 18:54:14 -0400 Allen I was being a bit sarcastic, I don’t know if you saw the photo in the link where it looks like there are about 10 leading to or from the alternator. Almost like they are using more than one wire together to make up for too-small gauge.

]]> 2cfdd69e7901df643c965817c57b6fe3 Derek replied to the topic Downtown Stylin' -- Bonnet Scoop MGTDr in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/downtown-stylin-bonnet-scoop-mgtdr/#post-263690 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 17:47:14 -0400 How many wires do you need connected to an alternator?? 😮

]]> dc8f940f1bef17536d5c8f15710ce13a Derek replied to the topic Another Hippy MGTD Replica in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/another-hippy-mgtd-replica/#post-263664 Tue, 10 Mar 2015 19:00:56 -0400 I’m almost wondering if they are the same car? They look almost identical to me!

]]> bb23af086954a204e28518cd29621c25 Derek replied to the topic where's the ign switch? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wheres-the-ign-switch/#post-263497 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 13:13:59 -0500 Yes that is correct, on the beetle the ignition switch is part of the steering column. You should still be able to trace it and wire it how you will. 

That actually looks like a Type 3 wiring diagram to me. 
Here is a link for a 69-71 beetle diagram.
]]> ab512212d9835cdf6c9f676d82f56198 Derek replied to the topic Fuse Panel with Relays in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fuse-panel-with-relays/#post-263350 Mon, 23 Feb 2015 11:56:51 -0500 Wow that looks nice! I’m hoping to do something similar when I rewire the mess behind the dash. 

As far as the 2-1 connectors I had picked up a box at Napa Auto and it had a mix of the piggyback and side by side.
]]> 38296fac164ca0c3fcc1caca63a019f8 Derek replied to the topic Hardtop in the forum MGTD Kit Parts and other stuff https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/hardtop/page/2/#post-246739 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 11:43:37 -0500 I have not been using my hard top at all lately since the canvas is perfectly enjoyable in nice weather and I have a properly enclosed car to drive otherwise. It would take a little work and maybe some new vinyl or paint to get it looking tip top again, but I would be willing to part with it. It’s fairly heavy and large so I’m not sure how…[Read more]

]]> 429e645a37ac9a351400626d92211ac8 Derek replied to the topic The MIGI in the forum TD Replicas https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/the-migi/#post-263230 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 11:39:36 -0500 Looks like a good start! For wiring I would jump over to thesamba.com and download one of the later (maybe 70 or so) wiring diagrams to help run everything as it should be a very similar layout. I even bought a used never installed wiring loom for VW and modified it to fit. It works well but I need to clean up under the dash at some…[Read more]

]]> d4d6038841040dafc07576b207815f41 Derek replied to the topic Member Photo Gallery in the forum Member Photo Galleries https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/member-photo-gallery/#post-249396 Mon, 19 Jan 2015 18:22:48 -0500 Awesome, thanks Paul!

So now when we post photos in a topic or reply do they automatically go to the gallery too?
]]> 17c6611ab1f86abef6d3750e82d4aa76 Derek replied to the topic Keeping the Cats Out in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/keeping-the-cats-out/#post-262703 Mon, 19 Jan 2015 11:51:39 -0500 I know that problem, had mine out for just one night and the next morning the passenger compartment smelled of cat pee… Took weeks to get it all the way out. 

As far as keeping them away I don’t have any nifty tips but some of the above sound like they’d work well.
]]> d5b59b95aefe25b8bef16093507c4323 Derek replied to the topic New Daily Driver in the forum Pictures of your other Ride https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-daily-driver/#post-262688 Mon, 19 Jan 2015 11:48:50 -0500 Ha! That is quite entertaining and would be fun to see! Thanks for the history lesson Paul, I love hearing about odd little tidbits such as that.

In other news, the new “daily driver” got me to work comfortably and warm despite the cold (still above freezing though) and fog. Runs stupendously, plan on doing a general VW tune up soon and going…

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]]> 8fffbb72dbe17f81f195a0f7e0bd31fb Derek replied to the topic New Daily Driver in the forum Pictures of your other Ride https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-daily-driver/#post-262683 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 00:01:39 -0500 WOW! Those wire wheels do look quite smart! 

Got the brake lights working today. Just had to replace the switches at the master cylinder. While at it I also put new pads in the front and took apart and cleaned the calipers. 
]]> 2207754f84e61b237dcf383aefa2f5a8 Derek replied to the topic Carlisle 2015 in the forum Clubs and Show https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/carlisle-2015/page/2/#post-262139 Sat, 17 Jan 2015 10:48:43 -0500 Or buy one of us west coasters a plane ticket, I’m sure we would be more than happy to help out! 😉

]]> 5db85ebec53abf7326d3ac3f7322da5e Derek replied to the topic VDO Gauges in the forum Other Auto Parts Venders https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vdo-gauges-2/#post-257392 Fri, 16 Jan 2015 17:52:23 -0500 Ok great to hear about the dolphin gauges, I sent them an email about a “custom” set with the 5″ speedo and tach and a voltmeter, clock, and fuel. He said it would be about $400. 

]]> a6995f1facada600fe79e8af9ff41956 Derek replied to the topic VDO Gauges in the forum Other Auto Parts Venders https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vdo-gauges-2/#post-257382 Thu, 15 Jan 2015 22:03:30 -0500 I’ve been looking over my options doing some research and the Dolphin gauges look pretty nice. Spike do you have one of their speedometers and does it read accurately with the VW cable and tire size?

]]> 95105dd4b74bf436a35e164cfa9ee8b2 Derek replied to the topic VDO Gauges in the forum Other Auto Parts Venders https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vdo-gauges-2/#post-257379 Thu, 15 Jan 2015 00:04:02 -0500 Thanks for the tips guys!

Ed- do the beetle speedo and classic instruments tach match fairly well? I would like to have the two “clusters” match among themselves as closely as possible but that could just be me being a perfectionist! Embarrassed
]]> 967d1fb0ee98fbb2d8a2f8056ccab1f7 Derek replied to the topic VDO Gauges in the forum Other Auto Parts Venders https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vdo-gauges-2/#post-257375 Wed, 14 Jan 2015 18:00:31 -0500 Along the lines of this topic does anyone know of where to get a speedometer and tach for VW? (Tach is easy but a matching speedo with the VW cable connection is not) VDO doesn’t make a gauge with the analog cable input, all theirs are digital now and to convert from cable to digital needs a few expensive bits… 

]]> 4aa394d0c8f25b5f35d09f621943d0e1 Derek replied to the topic Glove Box Trim in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/glove-box-trim/#post-240691 Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:41:20 -0500 So I have been looking into the dash/glovebox trim more lately as I am trying to button up my dash and put another check on the list of to-dos. Right now I have polished stainless tape with the 1/8″ chrome trim and it works ok but the tape doesn’t stick to the wood so great on the corners. Also I have no way to do trim around the glovebox to close…[Read more]

]]> 8305a49ac25caaa7f99e68d52b971bc0 Derek replied to the topic Ready for paint! in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ready-for-paint/#post-262629 Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:31:23 -0500 Nice! Do you have any before/after pictures for us to enjoy?

]]> d7e107f9b8db7d624785758cc19430ff Derek replied to the topic CMC TDr in Palm Harbor FL in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cmc-tdr-in-palm-harbor-fl/#post-262624 Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:29:27 -0500 That’s in really good condition, way better than mine and I’ve put more than that into it so far! 😆

Oh well, I love having a project to work on so it’s all good!
It would be cool to find the mould for that trunk area and possibly see how everything underneath is set up.
]]> 9d6acc193335604c629e4691d8d23a33 Derek replied to the topic Making Progress in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/making-progress/#post-262597 Thu, 08 Jan 2015 23:44:32 -0500 I got the gauges from summit racing. Link I also ordered a defroster kit from them that should be here Saturday. 

Most of my engine parts (Volkswagen engine) I will order from aircooled.net unless I can find it locally. 
]]> afb4da1a79cd7083a4b1da09083a66ad Derek replied to the topic Making Progress in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/making-progress/#post-262594 Wed, 07 Jan 2015 21:40:14 -0500 So another quick update. 

I ordered a few VDO gauges yesterday from a place in NV and what great service! They got here today with free shipping! Thumbs Up
Got them installed this evening after work and boy do they look good!! (And as a bonus they work too!)Now I need to replace the rest! 
Anyways I got a clock and voltmeter as the amp meter and temp gauge we…

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]]> d032646b9649996e086359e6e7f0c39a Derek replied to the topic Headlight Mounting? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-mounting/#post-262490 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 12:52:27 -0500 Nope, it is almost exactly like that one. The only difference is the shape, half teardrop vs a crescent. I’ll try and get some pictures up tomorrow.

]]> 1dfd2fdcf3f9f12e816f5a8baa4a6b56 Derek replied to the topic Headlight Mounting? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-mounting/#post-262488 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 10:57:07 -0500 Interesting… Everything looks the same as mine except the bracket itself. Even down to the mounting hardware.

]]> f2b3dbbf25569e05174bf7b429f7dba0 Derek replied to the topic Headlight Mounting? in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/headlight-mounting/#post-262484 Mon, 29 Dec 2014 19:11:02 -0500 On my FF the headlight brackets are different. One side curves up further than the other (similar to half of a teardrop shape) 

]]> 62093c1d9e52cc77a0879cc6699ca38e Derek replied to the topic Better Hurry...Going Quick...at Only $22,000.00 in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/better-hurry-going-quick-at-only-22000-00/#post-262433 Thu, 18 Dec 2014 13:42:38 -0500 WOW!! Killer deal!! 😆 😉

45-50MPG?? Wish I could get that! 
Now I haven’t done any research on this but do original TDs even go for 100k?
]]> 70abd442a5b464bf0d849178ccf2386d Derek replied to the topic electronic Ignition Recommendations in the forum Non MGTD Kit Cars https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/electronic-ignition-recommendations/#post-262408 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 19:07:44 -0500 So far I’ve had good results with pertronix, first one was a drop in replacement for an 009 and then I got a complete distributor with SVDA. Just make sure you get the right model replacement for use with the vacuum advance.

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