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    Which windscreen rubber seal

    Windscreen seal for baywindow buses range in price from £26 to £68. I don't want to waste money but is the £68 "TOP QUALITY"version worth it.
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    How many litres of Waxoyl

    How many litres of Waxoyl required to cover underside and cavities?
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    Front shoes.Which way round ?

    Had my front drums of for the first time and Think the shoes may of been fitted wrong way round Though the brakes were operating reasonably could you please confirm Which end fits in the cylinder and which fits in the adjuster.Thanks
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    Who would you choose to waxoyl A or B

    I need to get my 69 re-rustproofed.I have two options that are both quite close to me. It was last waxoyled about 5 years ago. Choice A.Sussex aircooled http://www.sussexaircooled.co.uk/content-pages/wax-protection. £515 plus vat Choice B.Under body protection company...
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    Which brake master cylinder

    My RHD bus was first registered July 69. It has a small brake fluid reservoir in front of the pedal cluster. Before I remove he belly ban could anyone please inform me what type of master cylinder I may have. Thanks
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    Ignition timing 009

    I have a 009 on my 1584 single port with stock carburettor and crank pulley. Still can't understand how to set the ignition timing.Any simple explanation would be appreciated.
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    Accessing clutch cover spring plate wear

    My clutch has started to slip on my 69 SP.It has been fully adjusted out.It could well be the original part in there since manufacture. Once I have removed the engine and discovered the cause I only want to replace the parts that need replacing and not necessarily a whole clutch assembly.Not...
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    Clutch replacement

    Evening.Ive replaced a few clutches on air cooled VWs in the past but now I think I'll pay to have it done.69 bay single port. Any recommendations in the Brighton area.What should I expect to pay?.Cheers
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    Act on rust

    The underside of my 69 bus is in very good order and was waxoyled about four years ago.I plan to have the underside redone soon.There are a couple of very small areas that have started to deteriorate.(see photos)How shall I stop the rot.Clean,paint then waxoyl or just Waxoyl. I also have a urge...
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    Steering lock / switch

    My 69 RHD bus has a non functional steering lock and what appears to be a very worn barrel or ignition switch. Are NOS barrel and switches available and is it possible to recode the replacement barrel to my original keys. All best.
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    Headlight relay 69

    My 69 RHD UK bus has operating side lights,main beam and flash function but will not stay on full beam.Blue high beam indicator light illuminates and I can hear the large galvanised steel relay clicking. Relay removed and terminals cleaned but main beam to permanent full beam still not working...
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    Touch up paint

    May sound stupid but which type and where to purchase best touch up paint.
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    Independent valuation

    For insurance purposes where and how can I obtain a independent and official valuation for my 69 bay.Prefrably on line. All the best and than you.
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    Garage storage during the winter

    Any advice and tips would be appreciated on how best to store my early bay over the winter in a unheated but dry brick built lockup garage. On how to reduce condensation and would insulating the ceiling be useful.
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    Early bay dashboard

    Hi.When was the very last bay delivered with a dashboard painted the same colour as the body?
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    Re spray a Re spray

    What would the cost be to re spray the exterior of a early bay that has just returned from the paint shop after having a high quality respray.There are no windows fitted so basically it would envolve prepping,masking up and re spraying.I just have to have Savannah beige.Thanks
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    Nova form and registration

    Hello all. I am about to purchase a nice clean import from the USA after being out of the bus scene for 25 years or so.The vehicle in question has no UK number plate yet.There is the USA documents,import duties have been paid and a Nova form.At this time I have not been informed of...
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