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Hi all, My '71 is in need of these replacing... What year did VW change to the metal ones as opposed the the saggy wooden ones? Were any available for the '71? I see a set for sale on eBay but am I right in thinking these will not fit an earlier 'van...

Hi all, Just wondering what's a fair price to pay for an engine lid? I repaired mine a few years ago and its starting to look a bit rough again. Should I just replace or repair properly with new steel? I don't doing a bit of body work, but wondering if it's worth my time? Cheers, Jim

Hi, I'm swapping out the exhaust valve guides on my CT 1600 heads. They have 13mm OD valve guides. I already have 8mm stemmed stainless valves to go in, so i'd like some 8x13mm guides but i cant find a UK supplier! Can anyone assist?! Cheers Jim

Spax adjustable shocks. Good used condition. Open/closed lengths are 22.125 - 13.750 = 8.375 inches travel. These are £180 new! £80 posted. Cheers, Jim

Can it be done? One day i'll get around to re-fitting my petrol heater. I've been putting off any engine upgrades because i'm aware that space is an issue for dual carbs when the petrol heater is in place. Consequently I've been thinking about a centermount idf, but the problems of tuning when...

GT Radial WT-55 175/55-15 winter tyres. Have been on the car for a few years whilst it was in storage so a bit grubby but have covered very little mileage. 8mm tread £SOLD Plastic window kit for late bug. Can be trimmed down to fit earlier bug. Does not include windscreen. 4mm thick. Rear...

So.... It's getting near that time of year again. My heater cables need changing as the last few inches have rusted/broken off. Ive looked on Heritages site and seen a pair will run to around £30. Is it worth trying to repair mine? Anyone tried extending them? Any hints or tips would be...

Hi all, I have used these on the front of my van for a year or so, so there is some peeling of the paint at the bottom. I have put brand new bushes in them so are ready to go. Open/closed lengths are 13.750 + 22.125 = 8.375 inches. So I think they are suitable for stockish height vans. I'll...

Quick question chaps... Did the window winder mech change throughout the years? I recall buying a new one from one of the usual vendors a few years back and the fit was awfull. So bad that I damaged it beyond being able to send it back whilst trying to fit it. Was wondering if it was a late...

Hi all, As the title really... My rear suspension has settled nicely since I rebuilt it a couple of years ago with adjustable spring plates. I want to go a little lower this season but my standard rear shocks are already bottoming out. From memory I think my eyelets are currently at around...

Hi all, I've fitted my 'vans Christmas present in the shape of a set of Gaz coilovers. It has raised the front up about an inch as to be expected. What i'd like to know is how many notches on the beam adjusters would you expect to go to lower it back down again (I'll probably aim for 2 inches)...

Hi all, It's pay day for me tomorrow so I'll be ordering a set of Gaz coil overs for mine and then moving the Spax adjustables from the front to the back. Was just wondering if anyone else is still thinking of theirs and got a niceties for it? Remember, a 'van is for life, not just for...

Hi all, I've been battling some noise issues on my set-up, and I'm all out of ideas... When the engine is running I hear noise through the amps that sounds like tortured dolphins that rises and and falls with engine revs. I presume this is spark plug interference. I don't hear it with the...

Hi all, Have you got an alternative to stock accelerator pedal? If so what and its merits/pics? Was there ever a rubber cover for them? Even on Late (sic) or Brazilian Bays? I'm looking to tidy things up around the cab and the accel pedal sticks out a bit in its body colour/bare metal...

What colour to paint steering column and handbrake? Black right? Mine's currently a off body colour, but it needs tidying up. Just checking that these items came from the factory in black? Cheers Jim

Hi all, I'm getting a bit bored of my plain old black horn push centre. Has anyone seen or got any ideas on a replacement? I'll probably strap up a leather cover over the rim at some point so keeping this in mind is there a straight up replacement or perhaps a suitable badge I could glue neatly...

Hi chaps, A new noise has developed... A click/clunk from bottom of steering column that can most definatly be felt through the steering wheel. It only started a few days ago, but I can only presume this isn't going to go away without redeamial work. This and the gearbox were the only things I...

As the title really. Just wondering like... So far I've figured: Chrome strips in window rubbers Chrome waist line trim Chrome VW roundel Chrome grill trim Over riders? Dash clock? What else? :? 8) Oh, and should a deluxe have all of these additions or did some leave the factory with just...

As title really, who does them? Any of you got one and can comment on quality and water proofness? Cheers, Jim

Hi all, I was having a poke around under my van today. The exhaust has seen better days so I'm wondering what to start looking out for next. Currently ive got a cheap 4 into 1 and a dual quiet pack. Which I dont mind, but i'll be looking to go a bit lower in the future which will bring this...