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Post by entyceingvws on Feb 17, 2017 19:03:05 GMT -5
Thanks. I am in Utah.
Learning a lot and setting plans in motion. I dont like the gel coat heavy metallic paint so if I keep it, Ill do something in red or yellow and keep as much of the black moldings as clean as possible (no paint or over spray). The body has never been hit and the paint is original but extremely faded...
I dont like the narrow OEM alloy turbine rims...they fit too far inside the wheel well. I would like to do a wider rear rim, maybe in the 5 slot look. Do most people keep the OEM VW 4 lugs or do they use adapters like Ford or Chev 5 lugs? The rear wheel well stick out quite far and is a shame to not have something that makes the stance a lot more aggressive.
Lots of projects so wont be working on it fast..even though its my closest car to a daily driver...
I asked a question earlier about pics being posted on "The Samba", which is what I have linked to but how do pics get posted directly on these posts?
My main project is my 70 Mid Engine Ghia with Subaru 6 cylinder and FWD trans...For you experienced in this forum...Is it best to continue adding to this post or simply make new posts...? I guess I should start a Build page?
Thanks
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Post by entyceingvws on Feb 14, 2017 12:11:08 GMT -5
Here are pics. Drivers side. Broken glass needed, and "Butt Sag" gaps...or lack of. Still figuring out your laoding pic system. These are on The Samba. link link link
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Post by entyceingvws on Feb 13, 2017 21:40:06 GMT -5
Thanks Gary! Ill check out the topics. So if I have my pics on "The Samba" then I can link to that? I dont story my photos anywhere other than on my Computer.
Had a little setback today. The guy I got it from said "it had a leak...but what vw doesnt" I started it up and it sounds good. I left it running while I tinkered with it and within 6-10 minutes of Idle the quart of oil I put in before I started it...had leaked out. I told the guy and he has really spent no time with the car..He got a 2 for 1 deal and the GT2 did not get any attention. I crawled underneath and I am hoping it is the rear main seal.
The car still has the original tires...10k on the odometer. Based on what appears to be limited miles...I am hoping that the rear main had dried up...so to speak...See what happens..
Are the GT's as difficult to get in and out of as the GT2? Im guessing there is a better way...but man...what a hassle...Lol
Thanks..
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Post by entyceingvws on Feb 13, 2017 11:32:26 GMT -5
Hello Everybody!
I am the proud new owner of a GT2. It was delivered 2 days ago. I havent done much with it but start it...I do a lot of VW aircooled body/rust work and took this on trade for doing body work on a Karmann Ghia. 3 Ghais, 3 Bay Window Buses, 1 88 Vanagon...Working on a Subaru SVX EG33 Motor/trans in a 70 Ghia...Mid Engine...and now this...so not much going on.
The GT2 seems quite complete...Needless to say I am learning a lot...A couple curiosities:
1. How well do the doors fit from Factory? Are they known to need edges trimmed to fit the opening? Or is it bad or misaligned hinges or a combination...?
2. Any passenger side roof and large door glass? Both of these are broken. Or any DIY fixes like Plexiglass...?
3. I saw a post about cooling tin..."hot/cold side"(?) and Im guessing that the factory didnt make any to seal the engine?
I have a pic but it is not good...too many shadows from early morning sun and still need to figure out your pic posting system.
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