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  1. graybum

    Needed ASAP! - Brackets for engine support bar

    I need the chassis brackets for the engine support bar (moustache type) for my '71: It had a crude engine conversion in the past :roll: Got the bar, just need the brackets. If anyone can help, and post them out quickly it would be amazing!
  2. graybum

    WANTED: Westy roof hinge & stay

    Looking for a right hand roof hinge for my '71 Westy, and also a rear stay. Or a complete set from a '73 Can anyone help?
  3. graybum

    WANTED - Steering column, ignition and steering wheel

    Looking for a complete steering column, ignition, key, indicator stalk & steering wheel for a RHD '71 To replace mine that was bastardised by previous owner
  4. graybum

    WANTED: cheap dash with good radio slot

    I need to repair a radio slot that's been enlarged in my '71 Looking for a dash that this area is good on - condition of the rest of the dash is not important What you got??
  5. graybum

    1970 Commer PB Autosleeper

    You don’t see many Commer’s around these days, and certainly not in this condition! Having covered just 80,000 miles with 4 former keepers, it's tax exempt and the current MOT expires at the end of July. The previous owners of this stunning vehicle were keen campers, and used it often...
  6. graybum

    ** Win £1000 of accessories for your bus **

    Hi everyone, My wife works at an advertising agency who work with Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, and they're currently running a competition to find the best looking modified VW bus in the UK, with the winner getting £1000 worth of accessories for their pride and joy. Interested? All you...
  7. graybum

    What size tyres for 16" wheels on a bay?

    I know the vast majority of buses run 15"s, but I've got a set of 16"s that I'm planning to use on mine but I'm not sure what tyre size to go for on the front? Most 15" folk seem to run a 185/65 on the back, so I'll just use a 16" tyre with the same rolling radius to keep the gearing right, but...
  8. graybum

    WANTED: Westfalia sink/coolbox unit

    Ideally an early lighter veneer RHD one, but I know that's asking a lot so anything considered. Bus is in north Hertfordshire, so if it already happens to be around that area that would be even better! Cheers, Graham
  9. graybum

    WANTED: Complete lock set off one key for my '71 Westy

    As the title says, I'm looking for a complete lock set (both cab handles, sliding door, engine lid and ignition) off a single key to fit my 1971 Westy. Let me know if you can help.
  10. graybum

    1981 Audi - lowered on 8x15's, £1495

    With work commencing shortly on my SO67R, I've only got space for one classic in my life so my trusty daily is up for grabs: 1981 Audi 80 (first registered on 15/12/1981) It was a bit dark when I took these pictures last night, but here are some older shots when she was stock...
  11. graybum

    WANTED: Panels needed for my '71

    Can anyone help with the following panels needed on my 1971 SO67R: Both cab doors Full bulkhead (non walk-thru) Engine lid Rear valance Rear shelf from a later bay with the inspection hatch Cash waiting :D
  12. graybum

    Damaged '69 Beetle

    After much deliberation, a good friend of mine has decided to put his beloved '69 Beetle up for sale after it was hit by a drunk driver whilst parked up. It was his daily driver for 18 years prior to this happening, and it was always maintained regardless of cost. It's listed on eBay with a...
  13. graybum

    Subaru Legacy - low mileage 2.2, perfect for conversion?

    1996 Subaru Legacy GX 4WD Auto 62,000 miles, with all old MOT's to back this up EJ22 2212cc engine 6 months MOT No tax Apart from being a bit reluctant to start from cold, it's a really good car. If the cost of doing a Subaru conversion into my Bay was more affordable then I'd...
  14. graybum

    Anyone near NE London up for learning some bodywork basics?

    Hi everyone, With a view to doing some of the work on my '71 myself, I went along to Waltham Forest College last week to find out more about their Vehicle Restoration evening class. It's a ten week course, which although won't turn anyone into a master craftsmen, it will cover the basics of MIG...
  15. graybum

    WANTED: Body cut of a non-walkthru bulkhead

    I've just taken delivery of a '71 SO67R Westy, and although I'm sure I'll need a list of bits as long as my arm for the build, I'm just trying to source the obvious bits - and one of these is a bulkhead panel. Unfortunately it's been crudely modified to a pseudo walkthru at some point during...
  16. graybum

    Are there many differences between early and late seats?

    I need a double front passenger seat for a non-walkthru '71, and was wondering if there are any differences between early and late seats apart from headrests? I'll be recovering the seat anyway, so losing the headrest holes wouldn't be a problem...
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