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Looks good Pat and i didnt know there where so many crazy VW guys that are into hot rods also. Its a sickness for sure. Im still working on my 29...
updated pics [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Track bar is done along with battery box. I will post pics soon. Next on the list is trans cooler,aircompressor,air tank and rear shocks.
update time. Not a whole lot but its something. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] thats it for now next on the list is track bar, battery box...
It been a while but we have been working on it. I will update soon just been very busy with lots of other stuff.
If you where not on the other coast I could give you a day or two. :(
stop by anytime Pat. Im going to PM you my number
So anyway the mounting of the body comes next. Im looking for some ideas if anyone has any.
Very very nice project
another update, we got the mock up motor and trans mounted. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Thanks for the kind words everyone. And yes that's my daughter Aimee she turns 16 in 2 weeks. She actually seems pretty intersted in the project.
Yes that's me and I still make manifolds
well we got some more work done today. here are the pics, it was a exciting day. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
everybody likes pics ;) [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Well small update. we scraped the idea of using the 9" rear we picked up and found a 8" local for $125 from a 66 stang. We cut the spring perches...
More info is definitly needed in order for us to help you
How precise does it need to be? I have a cnc plasma table.
Well update time. we got the front wishbones shortened up and mounted. Also fitted the front rotors and claipers. The front wheels are temp spares...
Thanks for the kind words guys. We try to work on it at least one day a week so thats when most of the updates will be. The plan this week is to...
I hope I have that much ambition when I retire. Great project for sure!
update time. My father and I just got back from TN, 2 days and 18hrs of driving and the body is home [IMG] [IMG]
Do you have the measurment from hub to hub by chance?
I use this all the time and it works fan frickin tastic. I probly tap aluminum 5-6 times a week.
From the expression on his face Im going to say he loved it. That's a memory that will last a lifetime.
So a mid 80's mustang 8.8 should work correct?
Well here is a smal update. We mocked up the front end and found out our wishbones are slightly too long. Not a problem we will shorten them up a...
Good news we scored a sweet 29 sedan from a fellow h.a.m.b member
Nice find and thats from a fellow VW fan. I know my roots hehe
haha gota start somewhere:)
here is the 9" housing that we picked up at the Carlisle swap meet for $50 and the completed front spring perch. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
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