manxter #154 build

dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

Jim posted some pics on FB. Didn't fit very good..

Jim,
Do you have pics on how you mounted the rear seatbelts?

David
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jrailer · Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2016 8:50 am Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

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covers without any other work

added foam

dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

Jim
What size Motor did you put in? carb?
I need to pull the trigger on mine and trying to decide.
David
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vwnut1 · Posted: Thu Jul 14, 2016 10:36 pm Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

Looking great! I am on the fence between a MM long wheelbase body or a Berrien Genesis long wheelbase body. I am in CA and shipping a body from PA across the country can't be cheap. I love the metal flake gel coat option on the Genesis but it runs $3200 plus shipping.
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dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

So, your on the fence..lots to consider.. If asked if I'd buy another Manxter, I don't know what the answer would be. It is a kit, so it comes with a lot, but still a lot of custom work to do. Manxter #127 is coming up on 4 years in Oct and I be just about done. I don't like the rear seat set up. You can get any color, plain or metal flake you want. I would have Dave Barrett make a chassis for it.
There are a few more places to buy the shells in So Cal so you wouldn't have to pay shipping costs.
If your on a budget, well I threw mine out long ago.
Good luck with your quest.
David
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jsturtlebuggy · Posted: Fri Jul 15, 2016 5:42 pm Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

If you are a big person this place make wider bodies then a Meyers Manx product. http://www.fiberreinforcedproducts.com/buggy.html

The seating area in a Manx is approx. 46-48in wide. I have a Manxter Dual Sport and it can get to be a tight fit with two large people in it.
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vwnut1 · Posted: Sun Jul 17, 2016 7:43 am Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

For those potential Berrien Genesis 4-seat buyers in CA, I just received a $600 crating and $773 shipping quote from them. We spoke on the phone and they are looking into getting dealers in northern and southern CA, but no paperwork has been signed yet. I will have to pass and look for another option, possibly a stalled project in my area to save on costs.
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andygere · Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2016 5:59 am Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

These guys are in San Diego, and offer fabricated roll cages as well.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=328037

Not as slick as a Manxter in my opinion, but I gave them a serious look before I found a constructed Manxter for less than the cost of it's parts. I've seen quite a few of these MGMs listed for sale as completed buggies all around SoCal, and there may be some good deals out there. I would not pay $1373 to ship a Berrian when you can buy one of these for $1850 outright.

vwnut1 · Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2016 5:02 pm Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

Great tip. The website is worthless and states nothing about the buggies they offer.

http://fiberreinforcedproducts.com/buggy.html

Long Manx Bodies Price: $1850
standard long manx bodies built to order. Your choice of solid color. (metalflake is $500 option) Rear seat step molded in for more interior room. Larger dash for more gauge and stereo options. Body lift already built in. Fast turn around. Price is for body kit and windshield only. Located in San Diego. Call or email for more info. (760)744-8909 Ask For Scott

roll cages also available starting at $2000
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dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

Jim,
Sorry
For stealing your buggy thread
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#127 Manxter - 99.5% done....

jrailer · Posted: Mon Jul 18, 2016 8:39 pm Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

Hay it bumps it to the top instead of stuck 100 pages down

dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

VWNUT1
If your still interested in the Manxter, check out some of the builds. Here is mine #127. It is a whole lot more work than I ever imagined. But I am enjoying it, I am ready for it to be done. A buggy builder I know said the Manxter takes him 200 hours to put together and that's from an experienced shop. If your going after the full size buggy, you could always get the pan and running gear done while you decide.

PS
You did do a great job on your '64

David
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=579434&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
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jrailer · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2018 2:30 pm Post subject: Re: manxter #154 build

some newish photos

dbsmith · Samba Member Joined: October 16, 2012 Posts: 240

Side pods. We want Side pods..
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JaredJ · Samba Member Joined: November 13, 2006 Posts: 49

Perfect read...thanks for giving me the info.

-Jared


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