rusty old nail to sow's ear

[Myvanway]

8)

 

[sparkywig]

The indicator relay packed up on the way down and blew a fuse. So need one of those now.
Here's an internal shot, kindly modelled by ozziedog.



I mentioned the fuse because I forgot that this also feeds the windscreen wipers. As I found out on the motorway when it started to piss down.
Along with the random steering this sharpened the concentration on the way home, although the ride was awesome.

 

[sparkywig]

The notches will also cure another issue, there's a little bit of perforation in the chassis legs right where they're going. :msn4:

the joys of vw's ... do one job, create 10 :lol: :lol: :lol:

Still haven't started on the pre-Ninove list that I made a month or so ago before I decided to take the bus apart....

Again - very good work mate
So jealous you have the use of a lift!

Us peasants have to rely on axle stands and lying on our backs! :lol:
Be awesome when done though!

I really can't thank Nick enough for the use of his facilities and his assistance working on my shitty VWs over the last 30 odd years.

8)

Yep.

 

[StuF]

The indicator relay packed up on the way down and blew a fuse. So need one of those now.
Here's an internal shot, kindly modelled by ozziedog.



I mentioned the fuse because I forgot that this also feeds the windscreen wipers. As I found out on the motorway when it started to piss down.
Along with the random steering this sharpened the concentration on the way home, although the ride was awesome.

Do you have a part no off the relay case?
Will have a look about and see if I can locate one!

 

[StuF]

Not sure if this is the part you are looking for?

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1791745" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[sparkywig]

I don't think mine's original, but anything that works would be appreciated.

 

[kiwisteve]

Looking sweet. I hope your notches sort the steering issues

 

[kiwisteve]

The only issue I've got is the un-nerving random lack of steering when the trackrods foul the chassis. :? :lol:

Notches next then....

Are the track rods flipped as well as the spindles?

 

[woolie]

i like these threads, i looked at first page when it arrived on the back of the truck and then the last page, finished. Bus looks great!

 

[*Sam*]

If your still stuck for a relay try http://www.vehicleproducts.co.uk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[sparkywig]

Are the track rods flipped as well as the spindles?

Yes.

 

[sparkywig]

Right then, where was I?
Oh yes, notches.....





All ended up a bit of a rush to get the bus ready for Ninove, but by Thursday night it was all put back together, tracking sorted and loaded ready for Friday morning.

 

[sparkywig]

Ninove, 748 miles and approx. £100 worth of unleaded later. What can I say, absolutely awesome weekend again.
Friday at toffo's house.



All ready for the off early Saturday morning.






At Bonjour Services, Calais.



Jabbeke Services








Brewery lineup.









Loaded up



FreddyFiles meal



Fancy dress winners at the Gonzo Bar

 

[sparkywig]

Sunday





Broken.... :lol:






And then we set off to Soignies for more beers and a bbq at Roland's Bus Farm.








Bright and fresh start to the return journey home.

 

[gninnam]

Nice pics and story 8)
Cheers for sharing and glad the suspension is all good (assuming it is now??)

 

[sparkywig]

Spot on Andy, no issues whatsoever. Just need to tweak the caster angle slightly and it'll be perfect.

 

[Myvanway]

Cool. 8)

 

[StuF]

Looks like you all had a fantastic time!
And there was no snow :msn4:
Soon be time for you to get a new bus mate - this one is nearly finished!! :lol: :lol:
Awesome pics 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)

 

[sparkywig]

No rain either Stu, just sun, 'kin cold though.

No new bus, maybe another few sets of wheels.

 

[StuF]

No rain either Stu, just sun, 'kin cold though.

No new bus, maybe another few sets of wheels.

New Wheels???
You????
Never!!
:lol: :lol: :lol:

How many sets has it been now 20?
8)