I changed mine out not long after I brought Eliza Jane home. It was easy peasy! Id suggest getting the 75 amp alternator since it doesnt have the heat problems that the 90 amp unit has. The higher amp helps when you want to use lots of accessories. Remember that if this is a car youll own for years to come then replace parts with the best your…[Read more]

Thats schwanky! And Im jelous. What a great accesory to go with that cool dash. A big thumbs up from California!

A flask to help cope with the breakdown

I wanted to have a more original look on my car. I removed the original vw colum and put a steering rod in its place. I didnt use relays but I did put a high beam switch on the floor. Im also installing a 75 amp alternator for more power so I avoid dim lights. I ran heavy wire to everything in the car for extra safety. I also put ground poles…[Read more]

Hey from CaliforniaEliza Jane is still getting new wires and fixins so shes up on blocks. Its just as well sunce today is a freezing 78 with a chance of clouds. We could even see a slight breeze before the afternoon is done. Even the girls on the sand had to wear shirts over their swim suits…Bummer!

Welcome RicGlad to meet you! Youll love it here. With all the advice and braine power here were certain to take over the classic car world in no time. Youll meet great friends and be able to spend more time driving your new toy than repairing it. By the way are you on the East or West coast or somewhere in between?

Sweet ride Spike! Welcome to the family. Have you named her yet?

Happy Holidays to all!

My dear friendsMay your hearts be filled with warmth and joy as we turn our hearts to family and home. May there be food in your pantry, fire on the hearth, family in the hallways, and gas in the MG. May we all be blessed from above and find peace here on earth. To all of you I raise a goblet of cheer as I toast to our brother and sisterhood…[Read more]

I too am hoping to tow a small boat behind my VW kit. Im looking at west marines classic dinghy. It should look real sweet cruising down PCH. The boat weighs only 100 lbs and the trailer can be bought at harbor freight. We should be rolling next summer.

Dear Spike

I was gonna guess relay for an ejector seat!

Welcome AllSounds like a great class project! Its good to hear that the love for these great cars is passing on to a new generation!Youve come to the right place for the best advice! The members here really know their stuff and are always willing to help.Enjoy the journey and may this turn into a life long passion for you all!

Davethanks for sharing that great clip! I REALLY enjoyed it and cant wait to show my wife.

A man to that! My car never had a cover to conceal the behind dash wireing. My kit is a classic roadsters LTD. I did put a hidden kill switch to make it harder to hotwire since the ignition wires are exposed and easy to access. I had replaced my VW steering column with a simple steering rod and relocated the turn signals, ignition switch,…[Read more]

JackI was looking to replace my main headlights with the bigger 9″ lights and keep my amber fog lights. I thought about the LEDs but I couldnt find them with the bigger lenses. I was hoping to give her an old fashoned vintage look. Even though shes got lots of speed, I still want her to look innocent. Im not running a big sound system so with a…[Read more]

Never give up cruise season without a fight! I think that with a couple of sled skids and some pack mules you could easily stretch cruise season well into February! Just think of the stories youll have to share with us. Even Santa would be jelous!If not, have a warm winter and be blessed as we enter the home and family season. Its truly my…[Read more]

Great read! I sat down with my cup of coffee and enjoyed your report before I left for Church. I felt like I was there too. I liked your reporting better than my Sunday Times.thanks for sharing your experience with us! Sure wish I could have joined you!

Jacklooks like a great job. I switched mine soon after I brought Eliza Jane home. The difference was remarkable! Since I use mine daily when shes running I was thinking about making a change. I found some headlights that I think are 9″ halogins. They are after market and designed for the early Fords. I was thinking it would give my car a bug…[Read more]

Thats the same set up Ive used. Ive havent had a problem with the screws comng loose yet. I do check them frequently since they are so easy to access.I put a buss bar in the rear to ground all of the lights back there. With VWs grounding is the most common problem.I was never skilled in electrical either but its like Ive always said…”It only…[Read more]