Recent content by Chico

Thanks ,It was unfortunate timing , but as they wouldn't honour the agreed value it pushed the van into w/off value, they decided it was worth 11k and would not budge, without the agreed value I had no leg to stand on. I probably wont drive the bus when finally back on the road until ,the g'tee...

I used A Plan last year ( who were as helpful as possible ) unfortunately the underwriter was MarkerStudy , as mentioned in other threads ,I got the price I was happy with ,some insurers RH etc wont insure me as I have no garage or driveway just a parking spot away from the house ( 50m) so does...

Hi All Im starting the search for a replacement / upgraded gearbox, currently running standard 3 rib CA code box which is ok but jumps out of 4th on acceleration ( or some times over bumps ) , had this box with 1600 single carb and was woeful ,had it with the twin carb 1776 and was great ,now...

Hi BFG's are essentially stock height 195 x 75 x14 vs original 185 82 14 ( closest to 185r14), obviously if your bus has been lowered in the past your going to struggle .but at stock height everything is fine even on full lock . Tyres can be spun so you have White wall lettering one side or...

Hi Those 1 5/8ths Exchangers I would say are a little big for a 1776 , I run a 42mm exhaust with a cone reducer in my 2180.but im low rev more torque id ask in the technical section and see , let them know your cam choice / heads etc . Chico

I built a 2180cc ,running 44 idfs ,which Im really happy with .

Hi I have a pair of weber (genuine/bought direct from webcon ) 40 idfs on CSP 40 IDF Manifolds , also including short trumpets. were on my 1776 approx 3 years old , 115mains , can supply 55 or 52.5 idles Perfect used condition would prefer collection ( Guildford /ashford Middx / Crawley...

Can’t get a refund ... So , fuck it , I’m going , Dunkirk / Ninove / Caen : mini tour , ferry’s are booked , not the same never been , have been so looking forward to it 2180 cc built and running , but I guess it is what it is .... hopefully a few will still be about for the journey / crack ...

At Dover on 8am boat , hotels apartments booked , not sure what’s best , have other reports that brewery is still open . And expecting vws

Hi great thanks Clem ill be their before 8.30 Sorry to be a pain but can't see Sandown Lodge hotel ? I know the camping site ,i know the main entrance , is it left or right of the main entrance ? or in main entrance and around to the left/right ? thanks Chico

Hi Clem Im Camping Saturday night , have my tickets , vans a bit rough , but runs stops and I have fun , wasn't planning on showing but can do if needed / if someone can't make last minute etc would be Saturday only though , let me know by Friday/ v early sat , short notice is fine ( time I...

Thanks Abel Much appreciated. Chico

Hi MKG Yes No problem /will put aside for you . ill be in touch , nearer Volksworld Chico

HI All Thanks for all the info / thoughts , CR ill match to cam : and get heads set/ cc'd accordingly Gearing is stock ( I believe) CA code box wasn't happy with the 1600 , works really well with the 1776, tyres 215x75x15 70mph is approx 3200 rpm , I don't do a lot of motorway miles /...

Hi thanks Megaaircooled / sparkywig ill have a look/read up Im just worried about it being a bit flat on pull away/ up hill , run a w100 now on the 1776 ( 82hp) and it pulls ok-ish from start livens up from 2k -4k . Sparkywig , yes they haven't got the best reputation, can I ask what issues...