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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:08 pm Post subject: Goose's 65' Oval VOLKSROD (Haters KEEP OUT!) |
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DISCLAIMER: This is a Volksrod Build/Restoration. If you don't agree with Volksroding please stay out and keep your comments to yourself. Thanks!
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In the other hand, I Decided to start a Build Thread here so people can comment, provide ideas & constructive criticism.
My name is Gus "Goose" and this is my first Bug. But not first VW, (had a Custom 95' Jetta). I Currently have a Custom Chrysler 300C and 2 Custom Honda VTX 1300 Cruisers. Cruisers will be 4 sale (SOLD) to satisfy my new addiction of Volksroding.
Im in the works of getting a gutted 65' Bug and work with my uncle in converting it to a Volksrod. Some of the plans are as follow (not in order):
1) :sawzall: Chop 4" all around.
2) Put in an Oval rear window.
3) Extend the front 8".
4) Drop it some.
5) Big rear tires, small front.
6) Custom Paint (color TBD).
7) 1600 engine made to 1915cc
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And as you can see... Have fun while doing it all.
Then drive it like is hot.
Nothing is set in stone. So, Im sure there will be plenty of changes along the way.
Here are a few pics.
Current Toys:
65' Bug Project:
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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This is my idea for paint.
Some progress... New Shoes.
Rear: 275/60/15 on 10" rim.
Front: 155/80/15 on stock rim.
8" extension.
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:10 pm Post subject: |
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Began triming the front and rear.
Thinking of doing a Trans. raise to lower the body some.
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:12 pm Post subject: |
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A few updates. Slowly but surely.
Dropped Spindles have been installed.
Front Disc Brakes have been installed.
Body Removed for Pan Resto.
- Pan welded to tunnel
- Joints sealed
- Pan Painted
Dakota Digital Gauges came in the mail.
The Rear will be lowered when the car is put back together after the chop.
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:14 pm Post subject: |
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Its been some time but im getting back in the grind.
This weekend I marked where the roof cuts will be. I welded some bracings for the body then dove head first and cut the front half off.
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:14 pm Post subject: |
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:15 pm Post subject: |
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:17 pm Post subject: |
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Today I cut some more. Im hoping to do some tack welding tomorrow.
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:18 pm Post subject: |
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And the FUN Begins! (FYI, tack weld only) I will align the roof pieces better once I cut the filler pieces.
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:19 pm Post subject: |
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Well, I found a cool shifter and it came in the mail today. Its awesome!
Here is a quick mock up, I could not resist the temptation to try it on!
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:20 pm Post subject: |
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Mr. Mailman came today...
Got a cool Steering Wheel and Headlight Brackets to match my Shifter!
Thanks DBug!
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:21 pm Post subject: |
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Yesterday, my buddy Dan fixed up the luggage rack.
Today, Dan and I worked on the Chop. :sawzall: :welder:
The rear window will be replaced with an Oval clip.
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:22 pm Post subject: |
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Here is a picture of the difference in tire sizes.
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:23 pm Post subject: |
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Today we fitted the door frames and began fitting the rear side window openings.
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baked beetle Samba Member
Joined: September 23, 2006 Posts: 1162 Location: Alberta, Canada
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:43 pm Post subject: |
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Great JOb so far! Looks like you actually have some funds here to do the build instead of the usual brokeness. I'm going to keep watching! _________________ These days people like me are hard to find- we don't give a damn what you think, about what we think. - JR
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66' His
57' Theirs
63' Hers
62' Drag Bug - Theirs 13.1 @ 101 mph (GONE) |
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Goose65 Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:49 pm Post subject: |
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baked beetle wrote: |
Great JOb so far! Looks like you actually have some funds here to do the build instead of the usual brokeness. I'm going to keep watching! |
Thanks!
Its all at the expense of the bikes. Wife hated them, so I used it as leverage to fund the Volksrod. I told her I would sell them if I could use that money for the car . She rather I do the car than ride the motorcycles. |
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tardis454 Samba Member
Joined: March 27, 2010 Posts: 125 Location: In a van, down by the river
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 9:19 pm Post subject: |
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That's gonna be badass. What kinda belt drive you gonna use?
I'm kinda partial to chain drive one
This looks pretty cool too..
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Goose65 Samba Member
Joined: May 16, 2010 Posts: 91 Location: Central FL.
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 9:31 pm Post subject: |
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tardis454 wrote: |
That's gonna be badass. What kinda belt drive you gonna use? |
Stock |
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YouBugMe58 Samba Member
Joined: December 29, 2011 Posts: 540 Location: AL (Wiregrass area)
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 9:45 pm Post subject: |
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Very nice build, I like the idea. You wanted some constructive critasisum. I like clean lines, is there something you can do to get rid of the handle on front. Either just take it off or maybe do a French cut of some kind. With all the work you are putting in it just makes since to make the front your focal point.
Just a thought, keep up the good work. Will be watching. _________________ 59 Euro Ragtop Build (Finished)
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=493553
Working on the boring stuff is still better than a good day at work!
Only 3 things matter in life, Those you Love, Those whom Love you and Your final Destination! Enjoy Them.
Seriously - If there is something you don't like about my car keep it to yourself. |
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TequilaSunSet Samba Member
Joined: May 30, 2012 Posts: 2109 Location: Philippines
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Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2013 10:39 pm Post subject: |
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2 Thumbs up... awesome work _________________ Don't harsh my mellow...
1985 Hightower Vanagon 1.8T- Gone
1972 Panel Bus- Gone
1967 Bug- Gone
1964 Euro Sunroof Bug- Gone
1969/72/63 Sunroof Bug- Gone
1975 Brazilian Bug in the Philippines 🇵🇭- New to me |
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