Restoration Project: '68 VW Beetle (o\ _!_ /o)

[bravo122]

heres the one i have

[AsadIshaque]

Thats the one you need ^^ for the 68 bug.

[murtaza_murti]

heres the one i have

Great! Kindly PM me the price and payment procedure.

[murtaza_murti]

Send the payment for the fuse box to @bravo122.

Waiting for him to send it, work will proceed further once it arrives.

[Haroon_Tarar]

murtaza is ko complete kr bhi le yar. thread ko parte parte aankhen reh gayi hain

wish you good luck for the project. u r really putting all ur efforts and it shows.

[murtaza_murti]

murtaza is ko complete kr bhi le yar. thread ko parte parte aankhen reh gayi hain

wish you good luck for the project. u r really putting all ur efforts and it shows.

The project should have been completed earlier this year but due to some delays on my and the mechanics end, has caused it to delay.

All the major work has been done. Now, after the wiring their is parts fitting and upholstery work left to be done. Which if done properly with everything at hand should end quickly.

Thanks for the appreciation, I really want Blue to hit the roads ASAP.

[bravo122]

waiting for updates!!!!!!!111

[murtaza_murti]

waiting for updates!!!!!!!111

A lot of updates coming in after Monday.

Thanks again for your help, I really appreciate it

[murtaza_murti]

Updates: 29-8-2012

The fuse box has been fitted, so have the spade connectors in their respective places. Installed the voltage regulator as well, wiring is almost done.

Got the correct fuses (8, 16 and 25 AMP) and new battery terminals. I must say the electrician has done a neat job.

Will post pictures in the next update.

[murtaza_murti]

The only thing left to buy is the headlight dimmer relay, still waiting on @nmshaikh to update me.

[NashTrooper]

Updates: 29-8-2012

The fuse box has been fitted, so have the spade connectors in their respective places. Installed the voltage regulator as well, wiring is almost done.

Got the correct fuses (8, 16 and 25 AMP) and new battery terminals. I must say the electrician has done a neat job.

Will post pictures in the next update.

Good to know that work is speeding up again.
It means Blue is just about to hit the roads.

[nmshaikh]

The only thing left to buy is the headlight dimmer relay, still waiting on @nmshaikh to update me.

I am sure I have one hiding somewhere. I have not been able to find it yet. I'll give you a shout as soon as I do.

[AsadIshaque]

Hope the project is completed ASAP now.....

The wiring is the proverbial "Hatti ki dum" now!!

[murtaza_murti]

I am sure I have one hiding somewhere. I have not been able to find it yet. I'll give you a shout as soon as I do.

Alright, no problem.

Hope the project is completed ASAP now.....

The wiring is the proverbial "Hatti ki dum" now!!

Yup, haha it's just about done.

[murtaza_murti]

Sorry for no updates, I have been busy and my ID had a slight issue.

Well the wiring is done, just need to connect the spade connectors to the rear light holders and fender indicators.

Both of Blue's rear windows did not have the hinge plate, got those made by borrowing a sample from Dr Asad. They are near perfect, but not as good as the original one. Got the required flat-head screws and plate screws for them as well.

The rear lights have been completely assembled, just need to buy bulbs now.

Now, the plan is too fit the rear windows and install the window winders so that Blue can be completed shut. Then I need to get the inside clean properly. Got to get a hold of the upholstery guy to come and fit the headliner and rear portion vinyl in. After that need to get the floor and trunk carpet installed (door and rear panels will go on later) then the seats go on followed by other stuff.

Trying to complete these tasks ASAP.

[murtaza_murti]

BTW, I need door channel rubbers. If anyone has them or knows anyone who has them kindly let me know.

Thanks!

[murtaza_murti]

The rear lights, assembled them myself. I haven't fixed the reverse light holders, bottom lens screws, reflector screws, bulbs and the rubber gaskets yet. But since it's been quite sometime since I posted any pictures, I thought I'd post these. The lens are locally made by the way.

[AsadIshaque]

Great to see the progress,

Especially the little DIY on the tails.

[murtaza_murti]

Great to see the progress,

Especially the little DIY on the tails.

Thanks doc, assembling the lights was fun. They turned out just as I expected. Will be assembling the fender indicators over the weekend, will post pictures.

[murtaza_murti]

Updates: 14/9/2012

The rear windows have been fitted, finally! The RHS pop-out lock is broken need to source one out, other than that the rubbers are in good nick and the chrome surrounding just need a good clean up.

Went to Arif (chrome wala) to get my indicator reflectors but they weren't ready. He told me to pick them up tomorrow, so tomorrow I'll be assembling the indicators completely.

Wiring

Got good news, the electrician has agreed to come and complete his work on Sunday. Will crank up the flat-4 via the ignition switch as well.

Upholstery and carpet

The upholstery guy can't get the headliner I requested for that's why the fitting has been delayed. The carpet will go on right after the headliner and rear portion fitting is all done.