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psyb0rg (psyb0rg) 2008-06-04 19:08:00 +0600 #2041

Personally, I'd like something like this...

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 19:13:00 +0600 #2042

Maybe you never know

Storm (Storm) 2008-06-04 19:31:00 +0600 #2043

@buksh
that design is called "patina" and will NOT be appreciated in PK even though it is the current trend for ALL hotroders.

@psyb0rg
those engine jobs are INSANE!! woudl love to do that to one of my VW's (i'm sure us all would like to do it infact)

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 19:34:00 +0600 #2044

Dude im confused should i send it to Lahore or Isb? I dont have parts and there are quite a few things missing

Storm (Storm) 2008-06-04 19:39:00 +0600 #2045

my suggestion is to have it done near you, if you can make a trip to ISB every weekend then get it done here, otherwie keep it in lahore, i'm sure there are "ustaads" there too.

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 19:46:00 +0600 #2046

Weekend trips is not a biggie. Trust me the vw guys dont even have parts. They simply tell you Pindi plus once trashed a car because of the local lahori ustaad's

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 19:50:00 +0600 #2047

I agree with Storm. In my opinion more than half the fun is seeing it being done in front of your eyes.

And to start with it does not need much bodywork.

Please post a list of parts you need. Maybe members can help.

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 20:17:00 +0600 #2048

Asad you are in a better position to answer the question you are asking me. I have just seen pics where as you have done it all

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 20:35:00 +0600 #2049

Please post a new dedicated thread as soon as Lahori soil is blessed...

Okay Ill make the list as simple as possible...

Engine bits....we can get Im quite sure. From memory some things:

A pristine 'doghouse' style fan shroud. Without any denting work done. Not necessary but if you get one not bad.
Rear pulley shield.
One engine mounting bottom stud (Ill try to source one as the original was mangled a bit).
Engine overhaul parts.....

a. Set of 1600cc piston/cylinder set.

b. Set of genuine valves and valve guides.

c. A genuine exhaust.

d. Engine rebuild gasket set.

e. New oil pump (old may be reusable)

f. New fuel pump (old may be reusable)

g. New Bosch coil.

h. New points, condensor and rotor.

i. New spark plugs and genuine wires.

j. Main and big end bearings...to be bought after the engine is dismantled.

Post 73 alternator (not essential but a good upgrade)
New clutch.
New pressure plate (the current one may be good)
New throwout bearing.

Will update with time.......

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 20:38:00 +0600 #2050

Yeah i completely agree with you on the list and other than that the plaza guy should have these in stock no?

psyb0rg (psyb0rg) 2008-06-04 20:39:00 +0600 #2051

In the non-mechanical department, you'll need to get hold of some front seats for it. Shouldn't be a problem if you are not worried about originality though.
Just a thought, bench seats out of an old American car can be used.

Also the glass will have to made which shouldn't be difficult either as there are hardly any curves to deal with, I think.

psyb0rg (psyb0rg) 2008-06-04 20:41:00 +0600 #2052

The indicators and backlights might be difficult to get hold of...

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 20:41:00 +0600 #2053

The actual parts for the overhaul would most probably be in stock. If not they would be available sooner than later.

The things like engine shields and alternators is what requires luck and poking around junkyards etc....its all how luck turns out.....

Ill update the list on your future dedicated topic.

@ all

Anyone has ANY lead to ANY VW bus parts please give a shout here!

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 20:42:00 +0600 #2054

The seat frame's are there so it shouldnt be a problem and glass will be a little issue.

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 20:44:00 +0600 #2055

Psyborg

The front original seats are there! So are the rears! Good??

All glass is straight. Not a problem. Yes the tails are difficult.

@ Buksh

Can you afford a trip to UK??? You can grab some bargains from there.....Ill guide you where to go....

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 20:49:00 +0600 #2056

Not in the near future. Plus online ordering is an option

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 20:52:00 +0600 #2057

Online orders are big £££s

The car shows and swap meets hold many bargains for lucky people who look hard.

Anyway. Lets see how we progress. Now the priority is to get to Lahore/Isb etc and then start the bodywork. We can look for the parts simultaneously.

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 20:57:00 +0600 #2058

what i think should be done is prep the car for the new engine. Once the body is ready for the engine over haul the engine put it in the car and start the car. Drive it and once satisfied send it for paint.

AsadIshaque (AsadIshaque) 2008-06-04 21:00:00 +0600 #2059

Thats a plan....

Anyway the first thing would be the bodywork. Get that started and simultaneously look for bodyparts.

I dont thing there would be any holdups in the engine rebuild. 

Yes the incomplete vehicle in primer can be driven around with the new engine and refreshed mechanicals (brakes etc) and electrics.

buksh (buksh) 2008-06-04 21:07:00 +0600 #2060

You didnt get my point. Throw the diesel engine out rebuild that area that was messed with to swap the diesel engine. Fix the entire bay and over haul the engine. Once the engine and mechanicals are done throw the enigne in the car and start using it till satisfied.
Once satisfied then do the body work completely