my VW rod project

OK, before anyone says crap about my project, this isn't your typical VW project. I started with a '56 chopped Oval window bug

Some may remember my custom dash I did, using a '49 Ford dash (my first welding project so not picture perfect):


I channelled the backbone chassis 4.5", sectioned 3.5", semi- 'Z'd front frame and relocated the body back 9". I took out about 13" total from stock height (about 46" high)

Started with this:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/nicanor/images/Sectioning/1.jpg

Cut into pieces:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/nicanor/images/Sectioning/3a.jpg

And the current status:



And a photoshop on how it should look once done:


Planning on putting split windshield pop-outs from modifying a Powerwagon frame and a few other plan changes from the photoshop. More details on my site at www.runtrod.com

 

All this from a guy who couldn't weld a year ago.
Suddenly I feel more inadequate than usual.
Looks good Nick.Did you post this on the Resto Nazi board too?

 

Sure don't look like a bug no more, nice work....To

 

Nice job so far and it looks like it's going to be a cool rod when you're done!

 

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Not yet, will soon though

 

Looks nice!

... I like the ones with BB Chevy's mounted up front... but thats just me

 

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They are going to be so Pissed at you
for putting Domestic parts on such a fine old German automobile.

 

That thing has a look! The oval was the best of the bunch IMHO. Cool car. Keep us posted.

I bet the neighbors just love you.

JH

 

those wheels belong on my 1916-1922 buick roadster.... on a bug.....ummmm, no

 

Don't really like bugs, but glad to see somebody build a car, no matter wht it is. Looks like some nice work!

 

My little brother [heavy VW fanatic] just sent me the above photo to check out....musta posted it on the VW boards too, eh? He's got a 57 chop-top in flat black with VW power. Lives in Medford, Oregon
Here's a 'shopped' photo that could be a kick ass coupe.

 

But the Hebmuler is the pinnacle of VW-dom IMHO........

 

Nicanor....great job with the bug so far. I've seen a few attempts to make these things look like hot rods, and most fail miserably. I like what you got goin' on.

And to begin by cuttin' up a vintage oval???

That ROCKS!!!

Keep us posted!

 

Thanks for the compliments guys. I have more picts of that black bug, great car:

Also another guy's project, Hi-boy VW

And a Swedish pickup

And this Japanese custom, always love those Japanese rods:

 

I like it.
One suggestion for the side shot Photoshop, see what it would look like with the B pillar leaning forward, to even out the glass area a little.
Just a suggestion, it might not look better at all.

 

supa cool!!!!

 

Your bug looks great. I love the look! What motor are you going to be running in her. I used to do a lot with Porsche and VW motors, and I do have quite a few high performance parts laying around. As well as things like rubber gaskets, etc.. Just let me know if you are in need of something.
Rik

 

that is one bad ass volkswagen

 

YIKES!! bitchin man. it takes balls to cut something up that much and put it back together again. keep us posted!!

 

Yeah...its workin' for me!
I like leaning the post as well. With a little extra work that roof kink could disappear too. I think its incredible what you guys do with your little bugs!

Hey, this is a good thread to ask a question on bugs...
I just scored a bug gas tank. It has an inside the trunk fuel filler with a big (but dented) VW cap and a reserve lever on the fuel outlet. Good shape overall but the fuel outlet is pulled thru the tank from an impact during storage. Looks like an easy fix or retrofit.
What year tank am I dealing with and whats the size in gallons?
I might just use it for patch panel material considering the nice matching curves it has. Good idea or?

Bill

 

Geez, I'm feelin inspired...