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Last post by williamlee « Mon Sep 23, 2019 2:18 pm
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by David Eccles » Thu Aug 03, 2017 4:44 pm » in VW Related Chat
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I have just had a very sad email from a lady who paid £10k deposit to All Classics of Leicester who promised to get a bus done up in SA and shipped...
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How to set up a personal Avatar

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An avatar is an image, which is displayed next to your forum user name, every time you post on the SSVC forum.

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How to add pictures to a forum post

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This is how you add a picture to a forum post.

Two ways to do this:

1. Click on the attachments option ( underneath Save Draft, Preview, and...
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Swing Axle vs IRS Technical Topic

Last post by Turkis62 « Thu May 14, 2020 9:51 pm
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by Dipsy » Tue Oct 18, 2005 12:24 pm
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As there seems to be a lot of interest and discussion on the relatve merits of SA v IRS at the mo, I thought I'd put a sticky up for a while, to try...
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Last post by Turkis62
Thu May 14, 2020 9:51 pm
VW garage map

Last post by WonderlandClassics « Thu Jan 02, 2020 7:56 pm
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by magoo » Wed Jun 12, 2013 8:59 pm
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I came across an ancient thread where someone had uploaded all of the VW repair garages into a Tom Tom.

I thought it might be a good idea to create...
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Last post by WonderlandClassics
Thu Jan 02, 2020 7:56 pm
Going on Holiday Tool Kit and Spares

Last post by eliotc « Tue Dec 31, 2019 3:00 am
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by miles » Sun Jun 19, 2016 6:25 am

I will be going on holiday in Hector to France, and want to make sure that I have the correct spares with me :)

Can you all please post what spares...

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Last post by eliotc
Tue Dec 31, 2019 3:00 am
dual circuit brakes

Last post by Rusty891403 « Sat Sep 16, 2017 10:34 am
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by flat4fanatic » Tue Nov 01, 2005 12:35 pm
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Is it a fairly straight swap to chance a split master cylinder for a dual circuit bay one?
Putting a whle new system in the split so though i might...
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Last post by Rusty891403
Sat Sep 16, 2017 10:34 am
Tyre Pressures - 15" wheels

Last post by vwJim « Thu Aug 24, 2017 5:41 pm
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by 8 8US » Mon Feb 27, 2017 10:17 pm
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I've just fitted 15 steelies to my bus, first time running 15s and I have 165/60 R15 at the front and 165/80 R15 at the back, what pressures are...
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Last post by vwJim
Thu Aug 24, 2017 5:41 pm
Front Beam Options Technical Topic

Last post by lightice « Sat Aug 19, 2017 7:28 am
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by Dipsy » Tue Nov 15, 2005 3:37 pm
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Following on from the very useful SA v IRS topic, lets have your thoughts, experiences and ideas on the front end suspension.

What's worked for you?...
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Last post by lightice
Sat Aug 19, 2017 7:28 am
Fitting seat belts in a Split screen bus.

Last post by Palmbaypete « Sat Jul 22, 2017 6:51 am
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by marmite_on_toast » Fri Jun 01, 2007 2:04 pm
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Pictures and details supplied by Reaction

I fitted a 3 point into my 67. There was none of the fabled factory made mounting points though

The...
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Last post by Palmbaypete
Sat Jul 22, 2017 6:51 am
splitty safety

Last post by sandy423 « Mon Oct 31, 2016 6:53 pm
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by 62microbus » Wed Dec 17, 2003 2:43 pm
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one thing that worrys me about driving my split is having a front impact, ie hitting something in front of me and there being about 2 inches between...
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Last post by sandy423
Mon Oct 31, 2016 6:53 pm
Ongoing maintenance

Last post by e m p i « Tue Sep 06, 2016 6:46 am
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by AGENTMORRIS » Fri Jul 26, 2013 9:24 am

Hi all.

I am new to the groups so hi firstly!

Secondly

I have just bought a fully reconditioned camper. Very excited!

Question I have for the...

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Last post by e m p i
Tue Sep 06, 2016 6:46 am
Manuals | VIN Numbers | M-Codes | Wiring | Paint ......

Last post by Griffin « Thu Feb 04, 2016 2:30 am
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by type21f » Sun Sep 09, 2007 1:33 pm

There is also a complete parts list with diagrams online at www.vintagebus.com which is helpfull to see the exploded lists and check which parts fit...

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Last post by Griffin
Thu Feb 04, 2016 2:30 am
Dellorto and Weber Carb technical videos

Last post by Coops « Tue Sep 16, 2014 8:30 pm
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by Sjtw » Mon Sep 15, 2014 12:11 pm

I found these on youtube, a bloke in the USA called EZGZ.
I found them very informative, so I thought they might be of interest to anyone else who...

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Last post by Coops
Tue Sep 16, 2014 8:30 pm
"sticky me" torque settings

Last post by CACMG « Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:19 am
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by readyboy61 » Thu Mar 19, 2009 1:08 pm

Anyone esle get tired of flicking through your manual looking for torgue settings, thought maybe we could have a thread that you just add to and at...

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Last post by CACMG
Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:19 am
if it aint here!

Last post by DubEd67 « Sun Sep 01, 2013 9:58 am
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by SAMBABUG » Thu Jul 05, 2007 9:00 pm

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Last post by DubEd67
Sun Sep 01, 2013 9:58 am
Windows gone mad and KlassicFab in Europe

Last post by john&hannah « Sat Jun 06, 2020 7:32 am
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by john&hannah » Sun May 17, 2020 8:11 pm

Hi All. Have I gone mad and can someone just check my sanity for me!

This is my bus -

PICT1406 by Duke of Boots1966 , on Flickr

It is a RHD 66...

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Last post by john&hannah
Sat Jun 06, 2020 7:32 am
Autocraft towbar fitting

Last post by Nocky « Fri Jun 05, 2020 9:26 pm
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by Nocky » Fri Jun 05, 2020 3:23 pm

Hi again, so I’ve fitted the autocraft towbar, (Well nearly) but I’m confused as to why there needs holes drilling on the side of the chassis ? Ok so...

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Last post by Nocky
Fri Jun 05, 2020 9:26 pm
Wtf moment - heating pipe routing / parts

Last post by Nocky « Fri Jun 05, 2020 9:23 pm
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by Nocky » Fri Jun 05, 2020 3:17 pm

Hi all techno gurus, so today was my first, but probably not last, Wtf moment. I’d recently brought the autocraft towbar from magic8ball, and also...

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Last post by Nocky
Fri Jun 05, 2020 9:23 pm
Towel Rail bars ?

Last post by Nocky « Fri Jun 05, 2020 3:26 pm
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by Fuch77 » Wed Jun 03, 2020 11:01 am

Random question.
Does anyone know the thickness of the tube used to make the towel rail on a US spec bumper?

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Last post by Nocky
Fri Jun 05, 2020 3:26 pm
clutch pedal ???

Last post by funky « Thu Jun 04, 2020 6:48 pm
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by elliot101 » Thu Dec 27, 2007 6:23 pm

when the pedal is fully released how far should it go ?
should the arm underneath the floor touch the floor ?
or can it be adjusted ?
i need to...

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Last post by funky
Thu Jun 04, 2020 6:48 pm
notching clutch pedal lever to clear raised steering box

Last post by funky « Thu Jun 04, 2020 2:28 pm
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by monkey » Sat Jan 11, 2014 11:33 pm

I'm just about to blast and paint the pedal on my rhd bus. But a thought has sprung to mind- before I do it, I'll need to notch the clutch pedalarm...

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Last post by funky
Thu Jun 04, 2020 2:28 pm
Windscreen wiper bolt and cargo door mechainsm

Last post by type21f « Thu Jun 04, 2020 7:54 am
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by ShrediKnight » Sun Apr 19, 2020 10:41 pm

Hi all,

So went out to to do a couple of small jobs on the van, one of which I have been looking forward to for a while, and hit a couple of...

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Last post by type21f
Thu Jun 04, 2020 7:54 am
Headlight switch questions

Last post by Blackcountrybob « Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:58 pm
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by SplitMind » Thu Apr 16, 2020 12:12 pm

I'm replacing a headlight switch on a Brazilian bus (fitted as standard with beetle switchgear I think) with a new Wolfsburg one (pictured below) and...

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Last post by Blackcountrybob
Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:58 pm
Who sells the best headliners

Last post by Blackcountrybob « Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:49 pm
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by 58splitty » Fri May 15, 2020 8:49 am

Needing advice on where to go, i want a cream headliner, perforated type, any suggestions from experience?

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Last post by Blackcountrybob
Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:49 pm
Retrosounds Radio to replace Blaupunkt unit

Last post by Blackcountrybob « Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:29 pm
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by Andy C » Thu May 21, 2020 8:59 am

Hi all,

I'm thinking of replacing my Blaupunkt Mannheim Mono radio with a Retrosounds radio (Probably the San Diego). Anyone have any reviews or...

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Last post by Blackcountrybob
Wed Jun 03, 2020 4:29 pm
Recommended Workshop in Warwickshire ?

Last post by bowie « Wed Jun 03, 2020 10:40 am
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by john k » Fri May 22, 2020 11:37 am

Hi Folks, I am looking for a recommendation for a reliable garage/workshop in Warwickshire. I'm planning to have IRS and front discs fitted to my '66...

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Last post by bowie
Wed Jun 03, 2020 10:40 am
Steering Rack for l/h split

Last post by samotorsport « Wed Jun 03, 2020 9:27 am

by samotorsport » Wed Jun 03, 2020 9:27 am

Hey guys , i wanna rework my steering system on my 62 split l/h drive.
I know this has been discussed several times .
I just checked and the CE Kit...

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Last post by samotorsport
Wed Jun 03, 2020 9:27 am
Single port manifold removal

Last post by Prietolium « Tue Jun 02, 2020 5:23 pm
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by Prietolium » Tue Jun 02, 2020 12:15 pm

Hi Guys,
How do you remove the bolts on the manifold. They are in an angle and I can’t get any tools in

Thank you

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Last post by Prietolium
Tue Jun 02, 2020 5:23 pm
Oil pressure problems

Last post by david5367 « Tue Jun 02, 2020 3:37 am
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by david5367 » Mon Jun 01, 2020 8:56 am

During the last two Weeks I have taken my bus out for a drive,first time in years.
But when I drive about the streets during this hot weather the oil...

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Last post by david5367
Tue Jun 02, 2020 3:37 am
SO42 westy pop-top seal?

Last post by TEXAS_PETE « Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:47 am

by TEXAS_PETE » Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:47 am

Has anybody got any recommendations for the best seal? I cant find a seal that looks the same as the original, they all seem to have a round bottom...

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Last post by TEXAS_PETE
Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:47 am
Welding

Last post by malum « Sun May 31, 2020 4:02 pm
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by malum » Sat May 30, 2020 6:49 pm

Having taken the plunge and bought a welder my first job is a new outrigger and jacking point. I destroyed the old outrigger (don't ask)

it took an...

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Last post by malum
Sun May 31, 2020 4:02 pm
fuel pump

Last post by Dubaroo « Sat May 30, 2020 1:28 pm
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by Dubaroo » Wed May 27, 2020 6:18 pm

hi there,

fuel pump has packed up, I am running a 1641 with twin carbs, Will a replacement mechanical pump do the job or do I take the opportunity...

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Last post by Dubaroo
Sat May 30, 2020 1:28 pm
are volksgoods still trading

Last post by 8 8US « Sat May 30, 2020 1:22 pm
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by piran » Sat May 30, 2020 9:45 am

hiya,
can anyone please let me know if volksgoods are still trading and if so how to get hold of them as sent an e mail but not heard anything back...

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Last post by 8 8US
Sat May 30, 2020 1:22 pm
Westy cabinet

Last post by type21f « Fri May 29, 2020 7:32 am
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by frilly » Mon May 18, 2020 8:07 pm

Hi guys , could anyone tell me what type of wood is used on the cabinet s inside a so42 pop top wesfalia? Kind regards Neil

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Last post by type21f
Fri May 29, 2020 7:32 am
Steering wheel height

Last post by john&hannah « Thu May 28, 2020 3:31 pm
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by john&hannah » Wed May 27, 2020 5:51 pm

Hi All

Could someone help me with how high the steering wheel should be? I am replacing the steering system so don't have a good reference point so...

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Last post by john&hannah
Thu May 28, 2020 3:31 pm
Sun Visor Repair

Last post by dom_k « Mon May 25, 2020 8:39 am

by dom_k » Mon May 25, 2020 8:39 am

Has anyone ever repaired a hardboard sun visor? If so what did you use and how did you do the press rivet things that hold it together.

Was...

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Last post by dom_k
Mon May 25, 2020 8:39 am
Gearbox identification

Last post by shift.direct « Sun May 24, 2020 5:38 pm
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by vwdave » Wed May 20, 2020 12:02 pm

Hi. Does anyone have any information on this gearbox please. Can't find a listing for an BP code?

Screenshot_20200520_105916.jpg...

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Last post by shift.direct
Sun May 24, 2020 5:38 pm
Fan dimensions

Last post by 67_splitty « Sun May 24, 2020 4:49 pm
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by 67_splitty » Sun May 24, 2020 4:15 pm

Hello!
I’ve recently purchased what was supposed to be a twin port fan for an engine build. I’ve measured and the width is 31mm.
Is this correct?...

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Last post by 67_splitty
Sun May 24, 2020 4:49 pm
Rear shock loose - easy fix?

Last post by 8 8US « Sun May 24, 2020 3:38 pm
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by cquest » Sun May 24, 2020 10:24 am

When driving the bus I noticed a loud knocking/rattle coming from the rear. Looking underneath, I could see that the top of the rear shock on the...

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Last post by 8 8US
Sun May 24, 2020 3:38 pm
Top end rebuild

Last post by miles « Sun May 24, 2020 3:19 pm
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by Terry » Wed Apr 08, 2020 4:26 pm

My son/s have taken engine out of Rosie for overhaul as low compression on cyl no. 4. Slight damage on piston head so going to replace barrels and...

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Last post by miles
Sun May 24, 2020 3:19 pm
Wiper disengagers For a produced in 64, registered in 65 bus

Last post by Nocky « Sun May 24, 2020 9:46 am
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by Nocky » Wed May 20, 2020 8:40 am

Hi folks, so my bus in nearing completion and currently fitting the safari windows, I’ve used OE windows that came with some OE parts, and all going...

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Last post by Nocky
Sun May 24, 2020 9:46 am
Dimensions for Air box flap

Last post by john&hannah « Sun May 24, 2020 7:34 am

by john&hannah » Sun May 24, 2020 7:34 am

Hi All

Having lost my air box flap to rust worms and scoured the tinternet for a replacement without luck I am going down the road of fabricating...

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Last post by john&hannah
Sun May 24, 2020 7:34 am
Westy water tank

Last post by frilly « Sat May 23, 2020 7:53 pm
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by frilly » Fri May 22, 2020 9:38 pm

Hi guys, could anyone tell me the dimensions of the fresh water tank on a so42 westy? (The tank behind ice box) kind regards Neil

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Sat May 23, 2020 7:53 pm
67 radio

Last post by type21f « Fri May 22, 2020 9:46 am
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by frilly » Mon May 18, 2020 8:23 pm

Hi guys, could anyone tell me what radio would be correct for a 67 westy ? Kind regards Neil

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Last post by type21f
Fri May 22, 2020 9:46 am
Rear Wheel Bearing

Last post by vwJim « Wed May 20, 2020 4:49 pm
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by stevejsy » Mon May 18, 2020 1:22 pm

Would like someone to confirm what I am looking at on my '66 bus is correct.
Got home yesterday and gearbox oil over the wheel so the oil seal has...

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Last post by vwJim
Wed May 20, 2020 4:49 pm
Single carb mixture

Last post by Bar « Wed May 20, 2020 4:44 pm

by Bar » Wed May 20, 2020 4:44 pm

Bus was running like a bag of spanner’s so decided to investigate, it will only run Ok ish if mixture screw wound all the way in!!! Is carb...

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Last post by Bar
Wed May 20, 2020 4:44 pm
Valance

Last post by Who.Me? « Tue May 19, 2020 6:12 pm
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by Chrispduck » Tue May 19, 2020 3:47 pm

Hi does any one know if a 50/55 valance is the same shape as a 66 I have a solid 55 is any one wants to swap before I mutalate it thanks

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Last post by Who.Me?
Tue May 19, 2020 6:12 pm
Door Handles

Last post by type21f « Sun May 17, 2020 5:56 pm
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by Nick-Rackham » Tue May 12, 2020 7:55 am
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I'm needing to either rekey the handles on my 61 Fire Bus, or replace. I've an ignition key, and a key that fits but does not lock the tailgate or...
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Last post by type21f
Sun May 17, 2020 5:56 pm
66 cab door woes

Last post by type21f « Sun May 17, 2020 9:15 am
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by john&hannah » Sat May 16, 2020 6:50 pm

Hi All. Currently having a real battle with some ropey doors and having looked online there are very few options for parts. C&C have a full door but...

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Last post by type21f
Sun May 17, 2020 9:15 am
So42 ice box top

Last post by frilly « Sat May 16, 2020 8:48 pm

by frilly » Sat May 16, 2020 8:48 pm

Hi all , could anyone tell me the measurements for a 67 wesfalia ice box Formica top ? Kind regards Neil

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Last post by frilly
Sat May 16, 2020 8:48 pm
Auto Wares convex mirror?

Last post by TEXAS_PETE « Thu May 14, 2020 11:31 am
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by TEXAS_PETE » Wed May 13, 2020 11:18 am

Has anyone given them a go?

I've recently bought a set of Flat 4 stainless steel ones. :roll: but if the convex versions are a night and day...

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Last post by TEXAS_PETE
Thu May 14, 2020 11:31 am
Straight axle type 3 rear brakes

Last post by animal « Mon May 11, 2020 6:18 pm
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by vanny_uk » Thu Apr 30, 2020 4:42 pm

Apologies in advance if this is a re-post or been covered else where but I don't seem to be able to find anything specific on my query.

I've been...

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Mon May 11, 2020 6:18 pm

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