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Subject: I need to Know Author: zero Cool [Edit] Date Posted: 20:36:44 07/11/02 Thu Im trying to discover if you really can trust and go by the reputations of some Volkswagen restoration specialists. I took a 1192cc single port engine belonging to my other half to a specialist who's name i wont include. The engine had dropped a valve and was clunking and clattering with the best of them. The guy is charging £350 to remove and identify the fault. He rang my girlfriend and told her that the big ends had gone and and the valves and it would maybe need a new head etc. He suggested that it would be uneconomical to repair the engine and that she should get a new one instead this would cost £760 plus the initial £350 + VAT. I rang him the next day to speak to him and he informed me that he hadnt split the case but ran the engine in the car and concluded that in was knackered. I told him that the engine was making good compression and it had no end float to which he said he hadnt checked!! This assumption was of course included in the £350 inspection??. The engine is the original to the car and will be given away as core exchange in favour of a recon unit. The total cost of this being nearly £1350 including VAT. Now, is this the type of person you would trust with your Air-cooled baby? My partner who doesnt know much about this sort of thing is worried that doing anything other than replacing the engine will cause her grief. I would love to know if anyone out there thinks that this is a good deal? I guess it goes to show that some people see fit to rise above there reputations in search for a new level of incompetence. I would love to know what you all think? Replies: Rip Off Merchant by the sounds of it,why don't you name them here in public (NT) -- John, 07:19:56 07/12/02 Fri my friend Jamie has a...... -- paddy, 07:38:52 07/12/02 Fri I would love to name them but i dont want to start a slagging match on here i ll just say that their very well known in the Volkswagen circle. Thanks Paddy but i fear it's too late. (NT) -- zerocool, 08:28:48 07/12/02 Fri Thanks Paddy but i fear it's too late. -- paddy, 09:19:52 07/12/02 Fri Sorry Paddy i meant to say it was making good compression before the problem if you could hear it too im sure you would agree it's just a dropped valve (NT) -- zerocool, 11:21:24 07/12/02 Fri What part of the country are you in-It's your duty to the VW community to name them and if they are above board they can defend themselves (NT) -- John, 10:16:22 07/12/02 Fri ...run away! (more...) -- bren, 10:50:00 07/12/02 Fri £350 +VAT-That's at least 10 hours labour and they would have to be shit hot to charge £35/hour unless they are main dealer.Ask them how they spent these 10 hours? (NT) -- John, 11:08:15 07/12/02 Fri The plot thickens. I just went down to see the car and found it sitting around the corner with the engine still fitted just where the recovery truck dropped it off!!! I would love to name them to safeguard the future of our air-cooled lovelies but they would probably sue me for slander you just cant win these days. (NT) -- zerocool, 11:18:12 07/12/02 Fri its round the corner with the engine still fitted ....... GO !! TAKE THE KEYS !! COLLECT THE CAR !!! DONT PAY A PENNY !! (NT) -- paddy, 11:48:13 07/12/02 Fri Sue you for what? You've not slandered anyone-just expressed concern-Judges hate dodgy motor traders and they will have to justify their bill (NT) -- John, 11:24:10 07/12/02 Fri Paddy that is exactly what im doing in about five minutes. John im based in London needless to say i wont drive to the ends of the earth for repairs so look out for London based specialists!!! (NT) -- zerocool, 12:14:30 07/12/02 Fri I guess my main problem is the fact that they are willing to charge £350 to play guess the problem I thought that people would at least remove the engine to check everything before suggesting that it's beyond repair. In this case he turned the key listened and came to the conclusion that its knackered. (NT) -- zerocool, 12:21:55 07/12/02 Fri Do they have a web site? (NT) -- John, 12:48:20 07/12/02 Fri Yes indeedy they do. Put the pieces together and all will be revealed! (NT) -- zerocool, 18:26:52 07/12/02 Fri Re: Chris Cross?? (NT) -- max, Der Bahnstormerz, 15:05:52 07/12/02 Fri Er, Will make you jump-jump!!!?? (NT) -- zerocool, 18:36:10 07/12/02 Fri

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Subject: Wanted:- Breather Box Arrangement Author: Simon [Edit] Date Posted: 10:05:09 07/12/02 Fri I need a breather box, either to mount on my fire wall or Gene Berg style oil filler type to allow hoses from the rocker covers and crankcase to connect and vent properly. Please e-mail or call mob. 07740203434 Simon

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Subject: Brakes Author: Jon Hargreaves [Edit] Date Posted: 13:41:24 07/10/02 Wed Does anyone know whether it is possible to fit some kind of in-line servo to a Beetle braking system? A friend of mine told me you can buy after-market servos specifically for this job. Cheers. Replies: Re: Brakes -- Turbo Rich, 23:28:02 07/11/02 Thu

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Subject: turbo parts Author: mr sideways [Edit] Date Posted: 12:29:28 07/11/02 Thu two x renault 5 turbo carbs(fit on baby dell manifolds or weber 34 ict manifolds) also brand new ihi air cooled turbo suit 13 to 1900cc also 2 205-50-17s lots of good tread 7-8mm Replies: Re: turbo parts -- Ian Hind, 22:50:48 07/11/02 Thu

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Subject: 67 beetle floorpan for sale Author: shaky [Edit] Date Posted: 22:07:10 07/09/02 Tue 67 beetle floorpan for sale. Disc front end though no calipers, LHD import, £225 or sensible related offer. Also IRS rear end.View at www.far-canal.co.uk. No time wasters please! Replies: Its getting cheaper.. see the website (NT) -- shaky, 19:17:21 07/11/02 Thu Re: "No time wasters please " - LMFAO... (NT) -- Fastorq, 22:30:59 07/11/02 Thu

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Subject: Sell me an engine Author: Bill [Edit] Date Posted: 14:52:04 07/09/02 Tue Anyone got a cheap, but powerful engine they want to sell me? thought i'd just check....... Replies: Re: Sell me an engine -- Ollie, 20:38:18 07/09/02 Tue Re: Sell me an engine -- Matt Norman, 22:05:24 07/09/02 Tue Re: Sell me an engine -- Ollie, 13:44:22 07/10/02 Wed Re: Sell me an engine -- Andy Simpson, 11:10:11 07/11/02 Thu Andy, the beam is sold, the other parts are still available at the moment... -- Ollie, 18:33:49 07/11/02 Thu

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Subject: Cheap splitty for sale Author: Mat Roberts [Edit] Date Posted: 17:11:42 07/11/02 Thu http://www.volkszone.co.uk/scripts/ubb/Forum10/HTML/001892.html

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Subject: Fastorq - still got any carbs? Author: Jamie Palmer [Edit] Date Posted: 12:44:29 07/10/02 Wed Hi Fastorq, I seem to remember you posting that you had a pair of twin 40 dells or webers (carbs only) for £120 - did they go or can I have them? Ta! Replies: Re: Fastorq - still got any carbs? -- Fastorq, 12:48:22 07/10/02 Wed i want them (NT) -- si, 15:29:50 07/10/02 Wed Fair Do's Si, but if you have more Fastorq, mail me! (NT) -- Jamie Palmer, 20:07:23 07/10/02 Wed You have an auction next time Mr Fastorq-I want a set too ! (NT) -- Pete, 22:39:19 07/10/02 Wed Re: Cheers guys , I always try to keep things fair , Just keep your eyes on this board regds David (NT) -- Fastorq, 00:14:34 07/11/02 Thu

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Subject: fuch wanted Author: Col@zone10 [Edit] Date Posted: 22:23:15 07/05/02 Fri 15inch fat and skinny fuch required pweeese pref detailed but not esential Replies: Re: fuch wanted - Contact Ross Morrison at RMR in Glasgow. 0141 - 337 - 1062. (NT) -- Fastorq, 22:40:17 07/05/02 Fri Re: fuch wanted -- Col@zone10, 23:32:19 07/10/02 Wed

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Subject: Fastorq - still got any carbs? Author: Jamie Palmer [Edit] Date Posted: 12:49:20 07/10/02 Wed Hi Fastorq, I seem to remember you posting that you had a pair of twin 40 dells or webers (carbs only) for £120 - did they go or can I have them? Ta!

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Subject: Main bearing journal sizes Author: Paul [Edit] Date Posted: 12:38:19 07/10/02 Wed Hello... I have a race crank and am trying to find out what size main bearing journals it has. They measure 60mm diameter but question is, are they type 1, type 4 or something else? Thanks

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Subject: "HELP NEEDED,OIL LEAK" Author: Ash [Edit] Date Posted: 21:34:16 07/09/02 Tue Has anyone experienced an oil leak at the front pulley and if so,what to do about it cause it is doing my head in. Have recently built a 1641 with 110 cam and so on and ever since it leaks oil at the pulley,not very much but it is bugging me after spending all that time and money and it still leaks. Replies: It could be your crank pulley thats causing the problem, if your using one of those aftermaket degree pulleys, the oil return groove is not cut deep enough to work. The only pulleys I know of that do work are Stock, Berg and the degree pulley that John Maher sells. My advice is put your stock pulley back on and see if stops leaking before you spend any more money. (NT) -- Adam, 09:28:54 07/10/02 Wed

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Subject: What is the drive ratio on a VW speedo Author: si [Edit] Date Posted: 11:52:25 07/09/02 Tue Does anyone know the driva ratio of a stock '66' VW bug speedo. I have no idea where to find this out. si

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Subject: Parts for sale Author: Ollie [Edit] Date Posted: 11:44:03 07/08/02 Mon For sale: Linkpin front beam with adjusters welded in (v. low), Complete rear drum brake set up for oval (drums, pads, backing plates etc), 1835 bottom end, includes heads, mint barrells and pistons etc good condiditon, not full flowing, needs to be built up. More bits available but can't remember... Will swap any of above for a GT swing axle box or similar. Also Mk1 Golf Gl 1600 soft top for sale, black, 100k, 1984, mk1 GTi alloys, looking for around a grand. Email me for more details: ollie_hudson@hotmail.com Replies: Re: Parts for sale -- simon, 23:05:55 07/08/02 Mon

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Subject: Its a shame...... Author: Andrew [Edit] Date Posted: 12:51:41 07/08/02 Mon Its a shame that this forum has gone down hill due to the idiots that abuse it. Instead of being able to ask questions and chat about VW's to other enthusiasts, you have to sort through all the petty and useless comments from people that dont deserve to own such unique vehicles (if they do that is). I dont know why John bothers to keep this open, a real pity after he took the time to develop such a site. Replies: There's no more crap on this forum as any other and most of it is humourous anyway-Think of something more interesting to post next time Andrew and don't be such a wet blanket (NT) -- Pete, 17:00:28 07/08/02 Mon Re: Andrew , try asking John about it , he enjoys good natured banter which is what most of the humerous posts are all about. (NT) -- Fastorq, 20:30:18 07/08/02 Mon

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Subject: servo attachment and after market inlet manifolds Author: dunc [Edit] Date Posted: 18:46:00 07/08/02 Mon What is the normal accepted way of linking up the vacuum for a servo with aftermarket inlet manifolds fitted?

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Subject: savers Author: nickt [Edit] Date Posted: 18:35:46 07/08/02 Mon I have a pre-72 AS41 case that has been machined for 90.5s but has no case savers fitted, is it to late to put them in ? Has the area to be tapped lost vital strength due to 90.5 cut, should you tap for case savers then machine? How vital are they anyway? any bad experiences? cheers nickT (i know what i mean!)

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Subject: Looking for Carbs Author: Si [Edit] Date Posted: 10:17:51 07/02/02 Tue Im looking for a twin carb setup to go on my mild 1776. Dellorto/webber, i guess around 36-40's Anyone know of any Replies: Re: Looking for Carbs -- Fastorq, 20:47:30 07/03/02 Wed Re: Looking for Carbs -- si, 11:40:28 07/04/02 Thu Re: Re Youve got mail - nothing recd yet Si . (NT) -- Fastorq, 19:34:33 07/05/02 Fri Re: Re Youve got mail - nothing recd yet Si . -- si, 13:43:08 07/08/02 Mon

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Subject: Parts for sale Author: Ollie [Edit] Date Posted: 11:42:56 07/08/02 Mon For sale: Linkpin front beam with adjusters welded in (v. low), Complete rear drum brake set up for oval (drums, pads, backing plates etc), 1835 bottom end, includes heads, mint barrells and pistons etc good condiditon, not full flowing, needs to be built up. More bits available but can't remember... Will swap any of above for a GT swing axle box or similar. Also Mk1 Golf Gl 1600 soft top for sale, black, 100k, 1984, mk1 GTi alloys, looking for around a grand. Email me for more details: ollie_hudson@hotmail.com

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Subject: 48 Ida's wanted Author: matt keene [Edit] Date Posted: 19:41:24 07/01/02 Mon Looking out for 48 Ida's in good condition. Good price paid. Ta... Replies: Re: 48 Ida's wanted -- Jamie, 08:15:09 07/02/02 Tue matt vennables has some for £750 or haggle....mail me for his phone no -- kevo, 10:00:55 07/02/02 Tue Re: 48 Ida's wanted -- Mark, 20:42:17 07/03/02 Wed Re: 48 Ida's wanted -- karl, 11:06:51 07/08/02 Mon

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Subject: beetle convertable for sale cheap Author: steve ford [Edit] Date Posted: 00:19:17 07/07/02 Sun i have for sale a 1971 beetle convertable all welding done, carpets the lot. has no hood hence £700!!! someone must want it! i also have an engle fk89 still for sale very cheap at £40 in original box never been used. i also have a racing bike for sale i know its not a vw ut i need to sell it. it is a "cannondale R1000" too many extras to list please call for details. i am after £700ovno thanks guys. tel:07729 180940 Replies: Re: beetle convertable for sale cheap -- Col@zone10, 15:38:47 07/07/02 Sun

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Subject: Good used Beetle panels. Author: Biagio. [Edit] Date Posted: 22:10:59 07/01/02 Mon All Genuine German VW tim. Mostly rust free because from OZ! Pair 6V wings £95.Rust free Oval bonnet, reasonable £85 pre 67 bonnet 1 mint £90, 1 small dents £70 Both rust free. left door,60-64 Rust free, small dent near top hinge £30 NOS type 3 door Can't remember which side!!£75 rear wings one side only £15-£25 each. Pair REPRO fronts, take them away free! 4 5 bolt GAs burners £800. 2x7 +2x8 x 15 Fuchs, mint original Porsche. £600 Please email me directly. Bonnets - collection only, my car is not big enough! Other parts can deliver to BVF, Peppercorn ... Replies: Re: Good used Beetle panels. -- simon the pineman, 17:31:42 07/06/02 Sat

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Subject: performance parts for sale Author: rob [Edit] Date Posted: 16:33:24 06/27/02 Thu wide 5 stud cnc billet and cross drilled disc conversion with willwood calipers includes bearings great looking kit never been used, ideal for street or race cost over £850 sell for £450. CB PERFORMANCE drop spindles never been used £120 Type 181 spindles £60 phone 07790900487 Replies: Re: performance parts for sale -- Lee, 18:21:10 06/28/02 Fri Re: performance parts for sale -- RICH MORGAN, 13:51:24 06/29/02 Sat Re: performance parts for sale -- Ian, 20:43:23 06/30/02 Sun Re: Brakes -- Scotty, 11:43:02 07/06/02 Sat

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Subject: 1776 Barrel and Piston Wanted. Author: James Ogden [Edit] Date Posted: 12:57:54 07/05/02 Fri Does anyone have a single 90.5 mm barrel and piston for my type 1 engine as one of mine is knackered? Please email me if you have. Cheers.

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Subject: 1980's BMX Bikes & Parts WANTED. Author: Biagio. [Edit] Date Posted: 22:15:21 07/01/02 Mon ALL 1980's BMX bikes wanted. Especially HAro, Skyway, GT, Vector, Redline, Freeagent,Hutch, SE RAcing PK Ripper, Floval Flyer, Redline flight cranks, Hutch cranks, books, magazines,Parts, posters, videos etc . Quick decision, cash & collect. Please email me directly with whatever you have. Replies: Re: 1980's BMX Bikes & Parts WANTED. -- keith usher, 21:00:49 07/03/02 Wed Ive got some red tuff 2's aswell not new though mail me if your interested? (NT) -- Chris, 18:12:11 07/04/02 Thu

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Subject: Barrels Wanted Author: AndyK [Edit] Date Posted: 16:27:56 07/04/02 Thu I need two 92mm barrels to replace my damaged ones. They must be Mahle and new or very low mileage. The engine is being assembled at the moment so I need to get hold of them quickly. Cheers.

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Subject: 1302s for sale Author: J [Edit] Date Posted: 08:31:46 07/04/02 Thu I have a 1302s that's up for sale, would be good for either parts (IRS rear end etc) or project. Car is partially stripped down (Glass and interior). Please e-mail me if your interested, any offer considered. I can even arrange for it to be trailored if that's a problem for some people? Cheers

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Subject: Porsche brakes for sale Author: Jim Andritsakos [Edit] Date Posted: 20:13:55 06/15/02 Sat I have for sale the following brake parts are are genuine parts and in excellent used condition : Disk calipers 944 (Not Turbo) 2xfront calipers (sliding ATE) 964 C-2 2xfront calipers (4-pot) 964 C-2 2xrear calipers (2-pot) 968 Turbo-S 2xfront calipers (4-pot, same as 928 S4) 968 Turbo-S 2xrear calipers (4-pot) 944 Turbo 2xrear calipers (4-pot) 944 Turbo 2xrear calipers (4-pot) 993 TT 2xfront calipers (4-pot aka big reds) 996 Carrera 2xfront calipers (4-pot monoblocs 100kms) Also rotors (used) and spindles (used) for the above calipers. Make me a offer for what you want or for the lot. Replies: Re: Porsche brakes for sale -- steven ford, 23:31:45 06/23/02 Sun Re: Porsche brakes for sale -- Hadrian, 10:22:09 06/24/02 Mon Re: Porsche brakes for sale -- dimitris, 12:46:47 06/26/02 Wed Re: Porsche brakes for sale -- DIMITRIS, 11:51:19 06/27/02 Thu Re: Porsche brakes for sale -- Dimitris, 20:52:08 07/03/02 Wed

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Subject: Adjustable struts/Disks,seats,tyres for sale Author: Jay [Edit] Date Posted: 08:55:27 06/28/02 Fri For sale nearly new (350 miles) fully adjustable topline struts for 1302/1303/1302s/1303s beetle, 2 bolt version. Comes with disk brakes, like new, drops car 2-5". £250 ono Also two new Cobra aqua 4x4 seats (composite devlon), weight 5.2 kg each, comes with super beetle runners so they go straight in no hassle. These seats cost £400 new, will accept £280 ono. 2 x Toyo Proxis 195x55x15 for sale, these are brand new tyres bought in error, I`ll take £90 no offers. Genuine reason for sale as I am putting my 1303 cabriolet back to standard to sell it. Please call 07802 902949 if you are interested. Replies: Re: Adjustable struts/Disks,seats,tyres for sale -- justin hardy, 19:30:47 06/28/02 Fri Re: Adjustable struts/Disks,seats,tyres for sale -- Jay, 12:13:04 07/01/02 Mon Seats and Tyres sold!!!!!!!. (NT) -- Jay, 08:39:22 07/02/02 Tue Re: Adjustable struts/Disks,seats,tyres for sale -- Clive, 14:12:51 07/03/02 Wed

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Subject: Problems with Berg linkage and 36hp fan shroud Author: Foxsy [Edit] Date Posted: 09:03:27 07/03/02 Wed Hi, Am I doing something wrong or can you not use a berg linkage with a 36hp fan shroud? I can't seem to adjust it enough to be able to get full throttle. The deadstop point ( when its against the fan shroud ) just is'nt far enough back. If you can't use them with this fan shroud why is it not made common knowledge? Anyone got any ideas? By the way I'm using it with a pair of twin 40 webers on offset manifolds.

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Subject: Quaife Limited slip diff? Author: Mikael [Edit] Date Posted: 13:55:50 07/02/02 Tue Has any one one for sale?? It is for a swing trany.

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Subject: engine builders tools for sale(adjustable chromemolly push rod) Author: paul [Edit] Date Posted: 17:15:05 07/01/02 Mon makes it so easy to get you valve trail geometr right and to find the correct length for your steel push rods. £5.50 inc the post just e mail for futher details Replies: they are made from chrome molly they will work the dual valve springs to check for coil bind -- paul, 08:37:20 07/02/02 Tue

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Subject: Racing Insurance Author: Simon [Edit] Date Posted: 08:22:20 07/02/02 Tue Has anybody any experience getting life insurance or car insurance for drag racing purposes on top of a standard policy. I could do with names of companies that specialise in this area. Cheers Chaps.

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Subject: Good used Beetle panels. Author: Biagio. [Edit] Date Posted: 22:04:59 07/01/02 Mon All Genuine German VW tim. Mostly rust free because from OZ! Pair 6V wings £95.Rust free Oval bonnet, reasonable £85 pre 67 bonnet 1 mint £90, 1 small dents £70 Both rust free. left door,60-64 Rust free, small dent near top hinge £30 NOS type 3 door Can't remember which side!!£75 rear wings one side only £15-£25 each. Pair REPRO fronts, take them away free! 4 5 bolt GAs burners £800. 2x7 +2x8 x 15 Fuchs, mint original Porsche. £600 Please email me directly. Bonnets - collection only, my car is not big enough! Other parts can deliver to BVF, Peppercorn ...

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Subject: Stomach Bug parts left Author: Mark [Edit] Date Posted: 14:07:07 07/01/02 Mon these are the only parts we have left to sell MSD 6AL ignition system including dist 350.00 8 x pirelli P's Offers sorry folks thats it. Mark

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Subject: gearbox wanted Author: Mark [Edit] Date Posted: 11:23:59 07/01/02 Mon Iknow its watercooled but wanted gearbox for mk2 golf gti 8valve don't want to pay fortunes as the car is'nt really worth it mail me or post below cheers Mark Replies: scroll down 'Turbo Rich' is selling one on this board..... (NT) -- paddy, 11:32:13 07/01/02 Mon

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Subject: gearbox wanted Author: Mark [Edit] Date Posted: 11:23:59 07/01/02 Mon Iknow its watercooled but wanted gearbox for mk2 golf gti 8valve don't want to pay fortunes as the car is'nt really worth it mail me or post below cheers Mark

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Subject: 48 IDA's plus... Author: Mike Ghia [Edit] Date Posted: 01:32:03 07/01/02 Mon Pair of 48 IDA's, 6 inch air cleaners, Pair of 040 Heads, machined out for 90.5/92mm B+P. 42mm and 37.5mm valves. Ported with match ported manifolds. NOS system fitted to manifolds. NOS Bottle plus some hardware. The whole lot goes as one. £1500 ONO 07989 333437 michael_ghia@hotmail.com Michael Ghia

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Subject: Gas Burners for sale Author: Mike Ghia [Edit] Date Posted: 00:29:56 07/01/02 Mon Forced to sell due to move. 4 x Mahle Gas Burners. In Excellent original condition. Original silver paint. They even have the part number as written on the inside of the wheel from the factory. Complete with centre caps, unkerbed, unscratched. Mint!! These wheels weigh 10lbs per wheel! £1100 ONO. Michael Ghia 07989 333437 michael_ghia@hotmail.com

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Subject: 1967 Beetle with NOS Author: Colin [Edit] Date Posted: 23:08:44 06/30/02 Sun 1967 Beetle 1641 with full NOS kit. Nightfire red. Daily driver used for drag racing end of last year start of this. Awesome performance and road legal. Too much to list....£3200. Call Richard on 07900 930959

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Subject: Pair of 145 tyres for sale Author: Mike Ghia [Edit] Date Posted: 19:49:14 06/30/02 Sun Pair of 145 tyres in good condition. £40. MG 07989 333437 michael_ghia@hotmail.com They're in Leeds. Can be brought to Birmingham

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Subject: new motor Author: nickT [Edit] Date Posted: 19:03:14 06/30/02 Sun Hi, my '58 needs some power, i want to put together a 100bhp ish motor (thinking 1776) over the winter and i have no parts yet, would like new AS41 but would consider any good used or unused second hand performance parts, e.g. cw crank, 110/120 cam, 40's, heads, etc. cheers nick.

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Subject: Garage clear out Author: Turbo Rich [Edit] Date Posted: 13:57:43 06/19/02 Wed Garage clear out, the following parts are for sale 1970s Beetle doors, repaired but good £10 each 2x 1970s Beetle Engine lids £10 each Beetle Front disc brakes -spindles, discs, callipers £30 1302/3 Pair Front wings, 1yr old £30 pair Std Beetle twin hotspot exhaust £5 Recond Garrett T2 turbo £120 New Holley 750cfm carb £100 Golf GTI 1.8 engine £80 Golf GTI gearbox £60 1970s front and rear lights Rich (01386) 49006 or 07958 496604 rich@meza.co.uk Replies: Garage clear out (NT) -- Turbo Rich, 11:46:53 06/22/02 Sat Re: Garage clear out -- Jon Hargreaves, 20:48:40 06/23/02 Sun Re: Garage clear out -- dubmeister, 22:26:55 06/23/02 Sun Re: Garage clear out -- steven ford, 23:08:16 06/23/02 Sun Discs sold (NT) -- Turbo Rich, 18:51:45 06/30/02 Sun

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Subject: Beetle required Author: Nick [Edit] Date Posted: 17:01:45 06/28/02 Fri I am after a 68-1970 bug in solid condition, not bothered by an engine as the Mr. Maher will work his magic here. Preferably stripped out with roll cage but needs to be road legal or at least potentially road legal. A 67 1500 would be ideal. Even better still would be a bug with ball joint front and IRS rear! Let me know what you have??? Replies: By the way my nuber is 07776 255733 (NT) -- Nick, 17:03:53 06/28/02 Fri How about a 1302s? -- Turbo Rich, 18:42:15 06/30/02 Sun

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Subject: MANIFOLDS WANTED with linkage for 44 idfs on a type 4 lump Author: slowmat [Edit] Date Posted: 17:41:05 06/13/02 Thu Like it says, but manifolds must be as short as poss cos its going in a 411 variant and theres not much clearance height. Replies: Re: MANIFOLDS WANTED with linkage for 44 idfs on a type 4 lump -- slowmat, 18:26:49 06/30/02 Sun

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Subject: Parts For Sale Author: Michael Ghia [Edit] Date Posted: 23:33:45 06/24/02 Mon Massive Clearout Everything Must Go ! 1 1303 brake shoe retaining spring 10p 1 Porsche wheel nut stripped thread 5p 1 Copy 1st edition "Book of Bullshit" well used 50p 1 2nd edition "Book of Bullshit" worn out 25p 1 Copy "Art of Bullshit" well thumbed to say the least 10p 2 stop/tail light bulbs rare 1972 models 10p each 1 sponge (used to dry behind my ears)well used 5p 3 sets of hardly used cello strings 5p 1 genuine Porsche self tapping screw (dash board LHD)2p 1 Copy of my own book "Life and Times of Michael Ghia" hardback edition 1 page inc index-free! (can photocopy if there is enough demand)2p Replies: This is a new one! -- Mike Ghia, 01:59:09 06/25/02 Tue Re: This is a new one! -- The REAL Michael Gearknob, 00:28:16 06/26/02 Wed Mr. Gearknob, I have saved one just for you! I knew at some point you'd be wanting one, I've even signed it..."Gearknob... now you know your tappets from your tuppences!" -- MG, 01:45:12 06/26/02 Wed Life and Times of Ghia 1 page ? Is that all you could manage before your crayon broke.Maybe you would write a second edition with all the seedy details of your back alley antics (NT) -- Michael Gearknob, 23:01:48 06/29/02 Sat You know, I might just side with Michael Ghia on this one...PLEASE use another user name. (NT) -- The REAL Michael Gearknob, 13:39:20 06/30/02 Sun

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Subject: Calling Phil McCavity !!!!! Author: Jamie [Edit] Date Posted: 10:21:27 06/29/02 Sat Phil, Saw your reply to the 'centerlines wanted' post further down, I've tried contacting you re:your wheels, but I can't seem to get your email address to work. Please try me on clarasmail@ntlworld.com or kafermeister@hotmail.com if you still got 'em. Ta! PS Not long 'til the Jam everyone! Whoo Hoo!!!! Replies: Sorry Jamie, sold them 2 days after posting for £450. Thanks anyway. -- Phil, 14:15:14 06/29/02 Sat No Probs Mate... -- Jamie, 17:07:25 06/29/02 Sat Re: No Probs Mate... -- Phil, 22:18:13 06/29/02 Sat

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Subject: spark plug gaps Author: liam [Edit] Date Posted: 12:16:50 06/29/02 Sat i have just fitted a flamethrower coil to a 1600cc beetle engine that ive recently built.ive been told that the plug gaps can be widened to create a fatter spark,does anyone know the best gap to have using this type of coil???? many thanx liam

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Subject: Holley bug spray Author: Andy [Edit] Date Posted: 22:39:16 06/24/02 Mon Hi all, i wounder if anyone can help. I'm looking for any technical info on the old Holley bug spray carb, in particular any schmatics or diagrams showing it in brake down form and with sizes of components if possible. I have just been given one in reasonable condition and wish to rebuild it, but need the info to assist in this. Can anyone help? (posted it again due to some spelling mistakes, sorry !!) Cheers, Andy. Replies: Does no one out there have any info???? (NT) -- Andy, 10:21:52 06/28/02 Fri

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Subject: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted Author: JAN [Edit] Date Posted: 19:02:17 06/16/02 Sun I want some wide 5 center lines, or maybe ercos.... Cheers Jan Replies: Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Phil, 23:35:10 06/17/02 Mon Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Jan, 22:37:37 06/18/02 Tue Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Phil, 23:00:59 06/18/02 Tue Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Jan, 23:48:21 06/18/02 Tue Dearie me. -- Lucia, 00:11:34 06/19/02 Wed Re: Dearie me. -- Jan, 09:14:01 06/19/02 Wed Re: Dearie me. -- Lucia, 12:45:40 06/19/02 Wed Re: Dearie me. -- dubstar, 13:42:05 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- andy's, 19:28:58 06/22/02 Sat Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Phil, 10:34:50 06/19/02 Wed Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Lucia, 12:49:54 06/19/02 Wed Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Fastorq, 15:57:39 06/19/02 Wed 2110 + 1776 for £450 ? did they come with engine numbers ? or was it a case of " no mate, all recons are built on new cases that dont have numbers on , honest" (NT) -- mike, 10:05:32 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Adele 'StripTease' A, 12:27:44 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- paddy, 13:11:05 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Adele'StripTease'A, 16:53:25 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Rusty Nuts, 17:06:28 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Adele 'StripTease' A, 17:53:45 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Jan, 21:46:49 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Lucia, 23:48:11 06/20/02 Thu Re: Wide 5 Stud centerlines/ercos wanted -- Chris, 11:26:50 06/21/02 Fri Hey! Calm down Janet! Is it your time of the month or something or have the moths just flown out of your wallet ? -- Scouser!, 00:25:20 06/21/02 Fri Re: Hey! Calm down Janet! Is it your time of the month or something or have the moths just flown out of your wallet ? -- Scouser, 02:20:00 06/21/02 Fri Re: TIMEWASTERS -- Fastorq, 08:53:35 06/21/02 Fri cheap centerlines -- the reverend bagette, 01:06:04 06/24/02 Mon Hipocritorque, aren't you the bloke who..... -- shaky, 10:19:58 06/24/02 Mon Re: "David got what he wanted" -- Fastorq, 15:46:34 06/24/02 Mon Re: "David got what he wanted" -- shaky, 16:52:53 06/24/02 Mon Re: "David got what he wanted" -- shaky, 17:22:57 06/24/02 Mon Re: You're VERY naive Shaky. (NT) -- Fastorq, 17:39:05 06/24/02 Mon Re: You're VERY naive Shaky. -- the rev bagette, 18:45:02 06/24/02 Mon Re: You're VERY naive Shaky. -- theNaiveOne, 19:10:06 06/24/02 Mon Re: You're VERY naive Shaky. -- Fastorq, 20:40:09 06/24/02 Mon Steam Genny? Is that what powers your computer Fastorq ;) (NT) -- Ant Lockyer, 22:37:11 06/24/02 Mon so who is this Genny bird? -- theSimpleOne, 23:14:15 06/24/02 Mon Re: Too serious ? -- Fastorq, 08:48:35 06/25/02 Tue Re: You're VERY naive Shaky. -- bren, 09:36:58 06/25/02 Tue eigh eigh leave der scouser alone eigh -- lowval, 23:01:28 06/24/02 Mon Fastorq... -- Hadrian, 13:07:34 06/25/02 Tue Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Fastorq, 14:17:28 06/25/02 Tue Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Hadrian, 16:02:16 06/25/02 Tue Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Fastorq, 21:35:51 06/25/02 Tue Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Hadrian, 11:40:29 06/26/02 Wed Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Fastorq, 11:47:57 06/26/02 Wed Re: 1302S Gearbox with 4.12 R&P. -- Hadrian, 15:42:23 06/26/02 Wed I don't want to start anything off again but I 'd like to thank Fastorq for sending a dellorto part to me for nowt. Thanks - I owe you a pint! (NT) -- mark-s, 09:37:05 06/28/02 Fri

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Subject: can you tell me where to get a set of upside down valve adjusting screws ?. Author: paul [Edit] Date Posted: 11:51:52 06/25/02 Tue can you tell me where to get a set of upside down valve adjusting screws ?. the screw has a push rod end on it rather than a cup . as used on a set of 14.1 ratio rockers. the cup is on the pushrod. so where can i get them from ive tried state side berni gcc fishers vsm ...... aparently ive been told bug pack make em ? jmrs moving up norf at the mo so hes a no go for a week or too shit i only need one.damit Replies: ernson type im told ......................... -- paul, 09:35:08 06/26/02 Wed That set up is really old,you'd be better off converting to cup screws and normal pushrods (NT) -- Josh, 10:00:36 06/26/02 Wed old ain't bad m8 ive got an oval / empi/ speedwell thats old to -- lowval, 23:54:08 06/27/02 Thu Didn't say it was bad -dude.I'm sure those cup end push rods look great just like your Oval (NT) -- Josh, 07:50:17 06/28/02 Fri

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Subject: street racing (well car park racing you get points for racing on the road!) Author: steve turnbull [Edit] Date Posted: 20:12:21 06/22/02 Sat Not a lot of notice i know but anyone like to show the hot hatch brigade what an old Volkswagen can do if so meet at fezi park hanley stoke on trent staffs around 8/9pm ish sunday 23rd june call 07947 876401 Replies: Re: street racing (well car park racing you get points for racing on the road!) -- steven ford, 23:20:19 06/23/02 Sun Did you show Stoke's boy racers what its really about? -- Richard Jones, 23:40:53 06/26/02 Wed i,m in stafford. and ye had some fun till a lad in a 400+bhp EVO VI turned up! (NT) -- steve turnbull, 21:07:53 06/27/02 Thu

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Subject: hot cam for sale cheap Author: steve ford [Edit] Date Posted: 09:58:46 06/23/02 Sun engle fk89 for sale brand new.perfect cond. never used. still in original box with original bubble wrap. £40 1973 red convertable bug, all welding done, needs hood hence £700. its fully carpeted and is generally fairly tidy, needs mot as of tomorrow. cheers guys steve Replies: Re: hot cam for sale cheap -- Ash, 17:01:52 06/27/02 Thu

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Subject: Floorpan For Sale Author: Jamie [Edit] Date Posted: 16:42:28 06/27/02 Thu Like it says, a really mint pan, new halves welded in, bare apart from rear spring plates. An absolute bargain, with well over 200 quid invested in it. Turn your late rotter into a solid tax exempt bug! comes with log book (its a G-reg 1969 pan). Currently professionally painted smoothrite silver. Could repaint your choice of colour for a bit exra £££. May swap for some twin carbs or big valve heads/other performance bits. WHY?

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Subject: SCREWED BY THE BANK Author: Bill [Edit] Date Posted: 14:38:28 06/27/02 Thu Desperate to get my hands on a decent performance engine, only problem is the bank - anybody out there have a ready to run performance engine for around £1000 - £1500? Ever since i got overtaken by a scraggy MR3 targa top with 3 spoke alloys, i neeeeed to destroy the local eurobox brigade! cheers

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Subject: Counterweighted crank Author: Jon Hargreaves [Edit] Date Posted: 14:15:55 06/25/02 Tue Does anybody have a 69mm counterweighted crank? I need one before Bug-Jam! It's for a Beetle by the way. Replies: come on i know one of you has one! (NT) -- Jon, 13:45:52 06/26/02 Wed JMR has them in his shop £179 +VAT (NT) -- Josh, 14:25:39 06/27/02 Thu

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Subject: 50s & 60s VW Brochures..... Author: Rich [Edit] Date Posted: 22:49:20 06/26/02 Wed http://cgi6.ebay.co.uk/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=richard.oakley%40btclick.com&include=0&since=-1&sort=3&rows=25

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Subject: steering rack for the 1303 Author: Dimitris [Edit] Date Posted: 13:37:35 06/26/02 Wed Hello from hot suffering Greece! If anyone please could help me on converting my steering box to a steering rack model. I know that there were beatles with steering rack fitted, but I can;t find any new-or-used. Please make your suggestions on what can be done (even with a steering rack from another car with all the modifications done by me). Note also that the car is LHD. I cant suffer anymore this heavy, lazy and uninformative steering of my car!!

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Subject: I need to contact Buggypete Author: Fastorq [Edit] Date Posted: 22:00:25 06/25/02 Tue Telephone number preferably Thanx Regds David

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Subject: 1988 VW Microbus for sale Author: karl [Edit] Date Posted: 17:40:40 06/25/02 Tue 1988 microbus,devon conversion,2 sunroofs,2.1 watercooled,5 speed,stereo,low mileage, only on the second owner from new!! dove blue-ish, 6 seater, Very Very solid bus, £1800 ono call 07990 647829 Andy or 07890 712256 Dave Note; please dont reply to me as I am only posting this up here for my mates.

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Subject: Electric Fuel Pump Author: Simon [Edit] Date Posted: 11:33:25 06/19/02 Wed Does anyone know the best way to wire up a electric fuel pump so that it is powered up by the ignition switch and then will cut out automatically when the engine stops/stalls etc, so in the event of a crash the pump doesn't continue pumping fuel. My pump is a facet interupter type. Replies: Re: Electric Fuel Pump -- Steven, 15:07:09 06/19/02 Wed Re: Electric Fuel Pump -- mr baxter, 19:26:10 06/23/02 Sun Custom Speed Parts sell an electronic relay that is designed for this purpose. (NT) -- Adam, 13:59:52 06/25/02 Tue

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Subject: bay window lowered front beam required '72 Author: swainy [Edit] Date Posted: 11:49:35 06/25/02 Tue would realy like My bus lowered but don't have the welding skills or the time to play at fitting an adjuster to my origional beam. Anyone got one for sale?

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Subject: 45 DRLA's WANTED Author: Simon [Edit] Date Posted: 06:12:20 06/10/02 Mon Pair of 45 DRLA Carb's wanted, cash waiting. Replies: Re: 45 DRLA's WANTED -- paul, 23:07:29 06/24/02 Mon

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Subject: wizard problems Author: steven ford [Edit] Date Posted: 11:52:46 06/20/02 Thu hi guys, i have got a 1973 wizard roadster 4 seater, some bastard has cut the fuel line on it and i cant see where the fuel is coming from so i need to replace the fuel line, does anyone know how to do this? any advice/tips on doing this would be greatly appreciated. i also have a quick shifter, i aint sure which model bug it is off but the plate that goes in between the shifter and the center channel seems like it will only go on upside down. it selects the gears but it is difficult to find them can anyone help with this one? thanks guys. steve Replies: Re: wizard problems -- paul, 22:58:57 06/24/02 Mon

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Subject: STOMACH BUG RIP Author: MATT STOMACH BUG [Edit] Date Posted: 23:37:09 06/23/02 Sun It is with a heavy heart that Mark and Matt have to announce that Stomach Bug has died. Not much more to say. We would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way,just a few of the many people Kevo,Team watkins(aka bugcatcher)dwayne brown,keith gaddene,max morley,retro motorsport.far too many to mention ,but if you helped us along the way we would like to say a BIG THANKYOU. What parts are left will go up for sale soon and will be posted around. If you wish to send a message please send them to me at m.venables@ntlworld.com or follow on the end of this message. Thanks for your support and time Mark. Replies: Re: STOMACH BUG RIP -- steven ford, 10:38:38 06/24/02 Mon Me and a mate are building a dragster so would be intrested in parts (NT) -- wizard, 19:01:15 06/24/02 Mon

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Subject: TACHO Author: Bill [Edit] Date Posted: 11:41:42 06/24/02 Mon Can anyone help? My girlfriend has bought me a fantastic old school tacho for my bug at a swapmeet - unfortunately i've got no idea how to wire the damn thing! it's go three wires, one of which is obviously the earth - anyone have any idea where the other two are supposed to go?! Cheers Replies: Re: TACHO -- Hadrian, 14:17:40 06/24/02 Mon Cheers mate, i'll give it a try (NT) -- Bill, 18:37:03 06/24/02 Mon

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Subject: free early square/fasty rear wings pair Author: the reverend bagette [Edit] Date Posted: 00:38:18 06/24/02 Mon early t3,,not notch in baltic blue rat look bolt em on need work in wakefield west yorks,,,got better pair for my project off in bin week on sunday collect only 07711 215185

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Subject: FAO Michael Gearknob Author: John Maher [Edit] Date Posted: 09:44:34 06/23/02 Sun Quit posting messages accusing people of selling stolen goods. If you know for sure the parts have been stolen, contact the relevant authorities. For the most part your posts have been intelligent and humorous but making such allegations is a serious business. Continuing to wage your anonymous vendetta against your (almost)namesake in this manner could result in me having to take the message board offline (and we don't want that to happen, do we?) as I have no intention of getting into trouble on behalf of someone who refuses to use their real name/e-mail address when posting on this board. A little banter doesn't do any harm and can provide amusement but I'm not sure you realise the seriousness of your theft allegations. Clean up your act or go away. Replies: Sorry Mr Maher-Do I have permission to take some clean shots at him? -- Michael Gearknob, 23:26:50 06/23/02 Sun

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Subject: Old seats Author: Jon Hargreaves [Edit] Date Posted: 21:09:20 06/22/02 Sat I'm after a pair of old (2-point fixing) Beetle seats. They can be knackered as hell as long as the frames are OK coz that's all I'm after, (doing a bit of cutting and welding!) So if anybody has any lying around, I'll gladly take them off your hands, Cheers. Replies: Re: Old seats (NT) -- bob, 16:28:11 06/23/02 Sun Re: Old seats -- steven ford, 23:17:59 06/23/02 Sun

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Subject: sorry guys another question Author: steven ford [Edit] Date Posted: 23:04:53 06/23/02 Sun sorry guys i know i am a pest but does anyone out there know how i could fit wind down rear windows to the back of my wizard roadster, and where i can get electric ones for the front of it? thats all for now folks steve

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Subject: front beam swap Author: steven ford [Edit] Date Posted: 22:58:22 06/23/02 Sun does anyone know how much of a job it is to swap a beetle front beam. any hints/tips or general info on this topic would e greatly appreciated. thanks steve

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Subject: replica brm's Author: lee [Edit] Date Posted: 21:26:23 06/23/02 Sun anyone have any replica brm's for sale ??

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Subject: Splitty 'box Help. Author: Oily [Edit] Date Posted: 21:19:19 06/22/02 Sat Can anyone tell me what is involved in putting a bettle gearbox into a '57 splitty. I presume I have to swap the nose cone for the splitty one but can I use the bug springplates? And what do I do so I dont get 4 reverse gears. Any help is gratefully accepted.:) Replies: Re: Splitty 'box Help. -- sprocket, 19:24:39 06/23/02 Sun Re: Splitty 'box Help. -- sprocket, 19:30:11 06/23/02 Sun

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Subject: Tasty Wheels Author: Bill [Edit] Date Posted: 16:52:16 06/21/02 Fri I'm desperately looking for some stock style wheels to go on my super shitbox project car. They have to look as normal as possible (to the untrained eye) yet be considerabley wider than standard. I seem to remember a few street sleepers in Volksworld had Kronprinz wheels which are exactly what i'm looking for! Anyone out there have a set for sale or know of a UK agent? Cheeeeeers Replies: Re: Tasty Wheels -- dubmeister, 23:43:14 06/22/02 Sat

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Subject: box swop Author: potnoodleeater [Edit] Date Posted: 20:33:50 06/20/02 Thu I have a 58 bug and want to fit a '70s gearbox in place of the old split case one, is this straight forward, what will i need, thanks. Replies: new nose cone ... i think cog box has some around 100 squid (NT) -- dan, 21:44:06 06/22/02 Sat

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Subject: Need an 1600cc or 2000cc engine Author: Cristian [Edit] Date Posted: 19:18:46 06/22/02 Sat Hi i`m looking from an 1600 cc or 2000 cc engine.can you help me? Also i need an pair of disk break for my karman Cristian

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Subject: Holley Bug Spray Author: Andy [Edit] Date Posted: 09:30:24 06/21/02 Fri Hi all, i wounder if anyone can help. I'm looking for any technical info on the old Holley bug spray crab, in particular any schmatics or diagrams showing it in brake down form and that. I have just been given one in reasonable condition and wish to rebuild it, but need the info to assist in this. Can anyone help? Cheers, Andy. Replies: Re: Holley Bug Spray (NT) -- Andy, 13:36:43 06/22/02 Sat

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Subject: engine Author: nic [Edit] Date Posted: 18:09:54 06/18/02 Tue hi i've got a 1969 type 2 and i'm getting a bit bored of get to a hill and going so slow that going backwards would be faster !!!! :-) what would be a good engine to build ? i was thinking of building a 2.1 type1 ! has anyone got a good engine! with some grunt for sale ?!! thanks Nic Replies: T4 engine is what you want for a van. If VW did it.... it's a good enough reason for me. The T1 case isn't strong enough to last. Plus you have to rev a T1 to get power. (NT) -- Mike Ghia, 19:10:33 06/18/02 Tue Re: Mike , I hope that "your" answer was posted by a shitstormer - cause its a load of pish !! (NT) -- Fastorq, 16:03:01 06/19/02 Wed Sorry David... it wasn't a great answer I know... a bit flippant... please go ahead and do your stuff. (NT) -- MG, 22:31:17 06/19/02 Wed Re: Sorry David... it wasn't a great answer - I'm a changed person now ! - just dont understand why you posted that particular reply ???? talk about leaving yourself "wide open " Rgds David (NT) -- Fastorq, 07:15:56 06/20/02 Thu I didn't mean it in a ... "have a go at me" remark... please give the guy some info... (NT) -- Mike Ghia, 23:10:54 06/20/02 Thu Re: To Mike - its clear that this has all been set up by Mike Ghia - You probably put up the first post ? - This schoolboy grudge "thing" that you are with perpetuating with yr nemesis , is making you look really foolish and girly . Gearknob is more humourous and always finishes up on top leaving you looking like a twat . IMHO. Regds David. (NT) -- Fastorq, 08:15:26 06/21/02 Fri David, ever had an off day? I obviously wasn't thinking straight and was rushing around when I put up the reply... I didn'st post the original message as John will tell you from IP addresses. Despite other people IP addresses changing... mine stays the same. (NT) -- MG, 10:06:43 06/21/02 Fri Re: Mike and me telcon and email fairly often - we disagree and slag each other often - without threats , slander , obscenities , racism or bigotry. We've talked , exchanged views and we're sorted so this thread is CLOSED. ( I thought "Girly "was good LOL) Regds David. (NT) -- Fastorq, 10:36:13 06/22/02 Sat David... LOL (NT) -- Mike Ghia, 10:41:15 06/22/02 Sat

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Subject: 61 bug engine Author: ED KENNEDY [Edit] Date Posted: 20:05:30 06/21/02 Fri I have a 61 bug engine for sale. engine has only a few miles engine is complete also has new bosch 6v genorator. I will run engine for anyone that wants to buy it. The engine is old style with generator stand build on the engine block. again comes complete with all shrouding, heater boxes carb ready to installand run.

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Subject: 61 bug engine Author: ED KENNEDY [Edit] Date Posted: 19:58:34 06/21/02 Fri I have a 61 bug engine for sale. engine has only a few miles engine is complete also has new bosch 6v genorator. I will run engine for anyone that wants to buy it. The engine is old style with generator stand build on the engine block. again comes complete with all shrouding, heater boxes carb ready to installand run.

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Subject: dellorto maniflods Author: steven ford [Edit] Date Posted: 11:56:14 06/20/02 Thu i have a set of 36mm twinchoke dellorto's without manifolds or linkage does anyone know where i can get these from as cheap as poss? thanks peeps steve Replies: Re: dellorto maniflods -- Hadrian, 19:45:55 06/20/02 Thu

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Subject: 1600 heads? Author: Moylsee [Edit] Date Posted: 21:14:00 06/19/02 Wed as the title says i have around 30 pairs of twin port heads to choose from. i would like to put 40mm intakes and 35.5mm exhauts in and polish up the chambers and port them, is this possible without welding or any other strengthing mods.

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Subject: my ovals failed it,s MOT why? Author: steve turnbull [Edit] Date Posted: 20:19:57 06/19/02 Wed my ovals just failed it,s MOT because the rear seatbelts i have fitted are "incorrectly anchored" what is the correct way to fit them? obviously the car dosn,t have anchor points.i,ev just drilled holes and put 2"x 2"x 2mm s/s plates in and spring washers in and bolted them in. Replies: Re: my ovals failed it,s MOT why? -- Simon, 20:52:51 06/19/02 Wed

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Subject: 1776,1641engine or parts to build Author: mark [Edit] Date Posted: 11:46:47 06/14/02 Fri secondhand engine wanted 1600 tp, 1641,or1776 or bits to build one ,what have you got? Replies: Re: 1776,1641engine or parts to build -- Peaches, 19:54:35 06/18/02 Tue

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Subject: Does anyone know whether it is legal to use a line lock as a handbrake, any thoughts?? Author: Justin [Edit] Date Posted: 18:28:35 06/18/02 Tue :) Replies: the handbrake or emergancy brake has to activate the brakes when used...........a linelock is applied in conjunction with the foot brake -- kevo, 18:46:24 06/18/02 Tue The law states that the handbrake must use a different system to that of the normal braking system. I.E.... if you want to use hydraulics to hold the wheels as a handbrake... you'll need to use a different set of calipers. Cable activated handbrakes are ok because inside the caliper, they use a mechanical system instead of the hydraulic one. (NT) -- Mike Ghia, 19:08:40 06/18/02 Tue Re: Does anyone know whether it is legal to use a line lock as a handbrake, any thoughts?? -- justin h, 19:14:08 06/18/02 Tue

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Subject: Pre '63 bug roof needed Author: Lee [Edit] Date Posted: 12:14:04 06/15/02 Sat I need a nice solid(gutters must be good!!) pre '63 bug roof(small window)! Cash waiting! Might even push it to the whole shell for the right price! let me know what you've got! cheers Lee Replies: Re: Pre '63 bug roof needed -- Mike Ghia, 23:56:56 06/15/02 Sat What ? (NT) -- richie, 07:46:02 06/17/02 Mon Re: Pre '63 bug roof needed -- chris, 13:32:11 06/17/02 Mon Re: FAO Mike!! -- Dave Sparkes, 17:01:25 06/17/02 Mon I have a sunroof bug roof section -- simon, 07:44:51 06/18/02 Tue Re: FAO Mike!! -- Mike Ghia, 09:14:50 06/18/02 Tue Re: FAO Mike!! -- Dave Sparkes, 16:03:50 06/18/02 Tue

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Subject: oil light Author: dan [Edit] Date Posted: 11:10:18 06/12/02 Wed i've got the problem that if i go round roundabouts my oil light comes on and when i come to a stand and the engine is idling the oil light flickers on but goes off if i blip the throttle, can anybody suggest what the problem is and how i might put an end to it?? cheers dan :-) Replies: Re: oil light -- Jon, 12:55:55 06/12/02 Wed Re: oil light -- dan, 15:19:29 06/12/02 Wed Re: oil light -- Keir, 13:14:51 06/14/02 Fri Re: oil light -- dan, 11:54:24 06/17/02 Mon Re: oil light -- Keir, 08:40:05 06/18/02 Tue to stop pressure loss when cornering hard, fit a deep sump and the supplied pickup tube extension.. it solved my starvation problems. flickering oil light at idle is a different story though. (NT) -- bren, 11:40:46 06/18/02 Tue cheers fellas ill try deep sump and new cooler and see how it goes, has anybody out there got any cheap gauges for sale? (NT) -- dan, 15:35:35 06/18/02 Tue

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Subject: broken carb Author: chris h [Edit] Date Posted: 13:05:52 06/18/02 Tue Has john moved already? One of my carbs has broken and his phone number does'nt seem to be working . How can I get in touch with the dude ? and why would anyone want to move out of sunny Manchester? chris Hicks

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Subject: 30 horse motor wanted Author: mike lowe [Edit] Date Posted: 09:10:24 06/18/02 Tue hi, i need a complete 30 horse motor for my oval, anyone help? thanx Replies: Re: 30 horse motor wanted -- Nick Gane, 10:39:41 06/18/02 Tue Re: 30 horse motor wanted -- Adam, 11:19:48 06/18/02 Tue

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Subject: Slow type 2 Author: Nic [Edit] Date Posted: 23:46:11 06/17/02 Mon hi i've got a 1969 type 2 and i'm getting a bit bored of get to a hill and going so slow that going backwards would be faster !!!! :-) what would be a good engine to build ? i was thinking of building a 2.1 type1 ! has anyone got a good engine! with some grunt for sale ?!! thanks Nic

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Subject: hiscock 1776 Author: big dirty type 4 [Edit] Date Posted: 18:03:02 06/14/02 Fri so mr hiscock, what did your motor make on mr mahers dyno ?? we would all like to know. Replies: With the Hiscock "Black Hole" head job it must of made at least 200bhp at idle (NT) -- Heads r Us, 08:43:20 06/15/02 Sat Come on SI don't be shy show us your figures! You did remeber to put everything in the motor didn't you??????? (NT) -- piston slap, 21:37:44 06/16/02 Sun I heard it made more power when they took off the blade and grass box! (NT) -- Anonymous, 14:26:54 06/17/02 Mon

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Subject: WANTED: 1776 AND GEARBOX FOR NEXT YEAR'S RACE CAR Author: Peaches [Edit] Date Posted: 12:02:43 06/10/02 Mon I'm searching for a longblock engine and a gearbox to put in my race car in 2003. Neither have to be perfect, just solid and strong. Cheers Tasha Replies: Re: WANTED: 1776 AND GEARBOX FOR NEXT YEAR'S RACE CAR -- Peaches, 11:42:27 06/12/02 Wed Re: WANTED: 1776 AND GEARBOX FOR NEXT YEAR'S RACE CAR -- wizard, 19:28:31 06/12/02 Wed Re: WANTED: 1776 AND GEARBOX FOR NEXT YEAR'S RACE CAR -- Peaches, 21:45:31 06/16/02 Sun

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Subject: 009 in type 4 2ltr Author: Tim [Edit] Date Posted: 10:35:49 06/16/02 Sun I've read that the type 4 engine prefers the original vacuum advance dizzy, does anyone know if there is truth to this or is it ok to go ahead with a 009 as I need a new dizzy and these seem cheap and good. the engine is typ4 2ltr running standard except 36DRLA's. cheers TIM

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Subject: FOR SALE MEYERS MANX Author: ADAM 62 [Edit] Date Posted: 09:45:50 06/15/02 Sat I HAVE A MANX THAT NEEDS A GOOD HOME.I HAVE COMPLETED THE WIRING AND BRAKES.ALL THE GLASS IS PERFECT AND RUNS STRONG. THE MOTOR IS STOUT WITH 041 HEADS REMOTE OIL COOLER ENGLE 110 CAM AND A WEBER 2 BARREL . NEED TO SELL . ASKING 2000.00$$ AMERICAN.FOR SERIOUS BUYERS CALL (559-864-2121)SPEAK TO ADAM

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Subject: Heglin Wheels Author: Stephan [Edit] Date Posted: 06:45:14 06/15/02 Sat I can purchase a set of Heglin wheels! all 5,5 / 14 in good condition. including one rare prototype wheel and three centre caps. What should I pay for the wheels as they are extremely rare?

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Subject: maifolds and linkage wanted Author: phil wainman [Edit] Date Posted: 22:35:20 06/14/02 Fri wanted manifolds and linkage for 40 idf's,to fit 1600 twinport aircooled. Replies: Re: maifolds and linkage wanted -- phil, 23:48:28 06/14/02 Fri

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Subject: steve where were you? Author: shaky [Edit] Date Posted: 14:25:39 06/14/02 Fri This is what we want Steve, can you help? ext. 3742

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Subject: I must sell these bits... even cheaper prices Author: Mike Ghia [Edit] Date Posted: 10:24:40 06/11/02 Tue Set of 2 inch oversized Fibrglass wings. 1968 onwards with smooth rear wings. One rear wing needs a repair. £40 the set 2 GT rims, 5.5X15 with a 40mm offset (ET) £15 pair 3 Solid 1953 rims, 4X15 £10 each Golf MK3 VR6 BBS 15inch alloys. £80 Golf MK2 subframe with steering rack and bottom wishbones. £20 Golf GTi 8V front brakes, hubs (new bearings just fitted) and driveshafts. £20 Golf MK2 Bonnet in Storm Metallic Grey. £10 Rossi headlights, metal with some surface rust and dents but will paint up and work well. £30 T3 rear lights from 1969. £30pair.. very good condition complete units. T3 rear light units from late T3. £15 pair T3 rear light lenses £10 pair 1303 disk brake conversion kit to bolt to your drum spindles. brackets, disks, calipers etc £30 1953 rear seat in Beige £20 Beetle front beam complete with steering and drums. Stock height £50. 1968 onwards Beetle headlights £10 pair 1960's Beetle drivers door. Has been repaired, needs tidying £15 Set of Beetle 1965 onwards one piece windows. Need new seals. £25 Split van elevating roof FREE!!! come and take it away Beetle Westfalia tow-bar. For blade bumper bug (pre-'67) complete but needs work after modifications for exhaust system. £20 1303 rear light units, good condition £10 pair 1303 rear light lenses £5 each 1303 steering setup complete RHD including steering box, idler and track rods. £30 T4 front indicator lense £5 T4 front indicator unit (no lense, other side to above) £5 T4 2-litre engine tinwear set. £60 ono Rear drums and backingplates (complete) from 1973 van £20 Bay window side window (middle) glass £5 each Foot rest for roof bed cusion £10 Small seat cusion with board (sits above table leg support board). £10 1973 onwards front bumper, good condition £10. 1973 onwards indicators complete £15 pair 4 1973 Van wheels with good tyres, £30 set or £10 each. Spare wheel T2 mounting bracket for front panel, stainless steel. £5 Jeans Beetle rear seat. Good denim, £20 for both pieces (complete seat). 1957 Chassis, needs pans but good solid framehead. Will need re-registering after MOT. £50 1303 chassis, no framehead and non-tax exempt so good for IRS brackets or buggy rear chassis but thats all. Stripped £20. 1303 framehead... good condition. £30 More parts but I've forgotten what!! Mike Ghia 0141 5753140 07989 333437 Parts are in Leeds and Birmingham, can be delivered to Glasgow also... michael_ghia@hotmail.com Replies: 1303 disk conversion -- Jon Hargreaves, 13:52:27 06/12/02 Wed Re: 1303 disk conversion -- Mike Ghia, 21:05:12 06/13/02 Thu

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Subject: For Sale Author: Terry [Edit] Date Posted: 18:19:37 06/10/02 Mon FOR SALE!!!!!!!!!! 1641cc Unleaded engine, mildly ported heads, Engle 110 camshaft, Twin Dellorto carbs, Stainless Steel Exhaust & new Heat Exchangers! Only £750 ovno Mail Me at Terry@seven.demon.co.uk Replies: Re: For Sale -- Bill, 14:02:20 06/13/02 Thu Re: For Sale -- Steve, 19:05:36 06/13/02 Thu

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Subject: turbo Author: no [Edit] Date Posted: 11:17:02 06/11/02 Tue im in the process of building a beach buggy and im coming up to the engine and with the price of idas so high i want to go down the road of a turbo. the engine is still very much undecided so i can use any parts but i would like to base it on a 1776 or a 1835 any help on what turbo to base it on would be much appreachated thanks Replies: wizzzz putcccccccchh!! -- Turbo Rich, 20:06:16 06/11/02 Tue Re: turbo -- Mike Ghia, 14:02:18 06/12/02 Wed Re: turbo -- HSL Racing, 15:46:51 06/13/02 Thu Re: turbo -- Andrew, 17:32:14 06/13/02 Thu Re: turbo -- rich, 18:13:27 06/13/02 Thu

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Subject: ROLL CAGE Author: CARLO [Edit] Date Posted: 22:22:42 06/08/02 Sat SIX POINT ROLLCAGE TO FIT BEETLE BOLT IN TYPE IVE NEVER FITTED BUT WAS TOLD BY PREVIOUS OWNER ITS FIA APPROVED £175 ALSO ORIGINAL 1970S BRITAX SEAT HARNESSES UNUSED BOXED £45 Replies: Re: ROLL CAGE -- Bill, 14:04:45 06/13/02 Thu

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Subject: What are "VW039" pistons? Author: dunc [Edit] Date Posted: 18:55:42 06/12/02 Wed

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Subject: for sale Author: lee [Edit] Date Posted: 19:31:53 05/31/02 Fri irs converted pan with new pan halves, complete 944 s2 rear end, 4 pot black calipers, torsion bars, spring plates and covers, drive shafts and cv joints, ali a-arms, roll bar etc,etc,etc. plus irs gearbox £500. 2x genuine cup 2s, 16x7 £150. Replies: Does this package come with full set of red accessories? (NT) -- Adam, 17:07:45 06/10/02 Mon Cash waiting for the above but in blue. (NT) -- Simon, 13:09:26 06/11/02 Tue Re: for sale -- lee, 18:30:55 06/11/02 Tue Excuse my ignorance, but what are red accessories.?? Did you get my e mail ?? (NT) -- Richie Brown, 14:58:53 06/12/02 Wed

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Subject: Really solid 1975, 1303 bodyshell (need shot of) Author: Jay [Edit] Date Posted: 10:19:55 06/12/02 Wed I have a 1975, 1303 bodyshell sitting on my drive that I need shot of, its really solid and I don`t want to just throw it away if someone can make use of it, I bought the car as a doner to get my Cab back to standard to sell it and to get a floor pan for my new drag buggy project. I`m in the Gatwick area and would be happy to let the shell go for around £100 ono but clearly I`m open to bartering. It comes with Glass, doors and panals, perfect headliner and dash, bonnet, deck lid, no dents or rust. Come on get your rusty 1302s,1303,or 1303s a new suit. Call me on 07802 902949. I`ll keep it for a month or the wife will kill me if its around longer than that, someone save its life. Jay..

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Subject: One for the US boys Author: Dorzey [Edit] Date Posted: 21:42:18 06/11/02 Tue Im off to Cali and Vegas in October and I want to go to some VW events. Other than the Dairy Queen meet for the DKP crew are there any other shows drag meets or anthing VW in October? Replies: what to do -- mike, 22:55:19 06/11/02 Tue

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Subject: Wanted: CT engine case Author: Scotty [Edit] Date Posted: 21:57:48 06/11/02 Tue As it says, CT engine case wanted. Shortblock, longblock etc considered, but must be cheap! Let me know what you have!

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