Volksforum.com

Go Back   Volksforum.com > International > Technical > Aircooled projects
User Name
Password
Home FAQ Register Members List Calendar Today's Posts





Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
  #181  
Old 30-09-2016, 03:36
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

The suspension is back on and the brakes are bled.

[IMG]
20160929_185357 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Also made an addtional support for the exhaust system

[IMG]
20160929_185500 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Re-installed the doors along with the windows and frames

[IMG]
20160929_185334 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

And wrapped the exhaust more completely, near the engine mounts.

[IMG]
20160929_174459 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Changed the oil in the rear axle
Repacked the wheel bearing grease up front
Repaired a few pin holes in the sheet metal under the windshields
Added a scoop on the underside to direct additional air to the engine
Installed several rubber coated clamps on the brake lines and shifter cable

http://www.BenModified.com
Reply With Quote
  #182  
Old 30-09-2016, 07:50
knarfmk1's Avatar
knarfmk1 knarfmk1 is offline
Shifting Up! DSG7 Donateur Less talk, more action!
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 4,040
Default

Front axle looks good now in chrome and black
Reply With Quote
  #183  
Old 01-10-2016, 00:10
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by knarfmk1
Front axle looks good now in chrome and black


Thanks!

Ready to hit the road

[IMG]
20160930_174001 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

http://www.BenModified.com
Reply With Quote
  #184  
Old 03-11-2016, 23:42
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

Some footage from my Road Trip to Cruisin the Coast in the VW Single Cab Street Rod




http://www.BenModified.com

Last edited by Ben Modified : 04-11-2016 at 15:28.
Reply With Quote
  #185  
Old 04-11-2016, 08:49
Pedaalemmer's Avatar
Pedaalemmer Pedaalemmer is offline
Volksforum Aandeelhouder - Pedalwanne
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 11,016
Send a message via MSN to Pedaalemmer
Default

Holy smoke, looking gooooood!
Reply With Quote
  #186  
Old 23-11-2016, 00:24
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Pedaalemmer
Holy smoke, looking gooooood!


Thanks!

I have never been completely happy with the headlights on the truck and decided to try out a different set. They are Model A reproductions and will be mounted near the wheels and will turn with the steering. They will also be positioned near the trucks original location when pointed straight ahead. Made the mounting brackets today.

Started with a paper template.

[IMG]
20161122_111058 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Then cut the brackets out of a piece of scrap

[IMG]
20161122_111136 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]
20161122_123855 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]
20161122_125929 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Painted the brackets and will install with the headlights tomorrow.

http://www.BenModified.com
Reply With Quote
  #187  
Old 24-11-2016, 00:58
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

I mounted the headlights today but am not happy with the way they look. Too far apart and too conservative.

[IMG]
20161123_084012 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Decided to play around with the original headlights again

[IMG]
20161123_143014 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]
20161123_144118 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]
20161123_153718 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Also experimented with some motorcycle lights

[IMG]
20161123_164014 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Possibly recessed into the nose at an angle following the body line

[IMG]
20161123_164503 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Any suggestions?

[IMG]
20161123_165046 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

http://www.BenModified.com
Reply With Quote
  #188  
Old 24-11-2016, 09:13
Pedaalemmer's Avatar
Pedaalemmer Pedaalemmer is offline
Volksforum Aandeelhouder - Pedalwanne
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 11,016
Send a message via MSN to Pedaalemmer
Default

Can't you embed them in the chasis like the Original Transport van has?


Reply With Quote
  #189  
Old 24-11-2016, 11:16
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Pedaalemmer
Can't you embed them in the chasis like the Original Transport van has?




Unfortunately, there are clearance issues on the inside of the cab and the steering arm would cross the path of the light as would the wheels when turning.
Reply With Quote
  #190  
Old 25-11-2016, 17:24
Tjaap's Avatar
Tjaap Tjaap is offline
Volksforum Crew - You WILL comply!!
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 25,213
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ben Modified
[SIZE=5]I mounted the headlights today but am not happy with the way they look. Too far apart and too conservative.

[IMG]
20161123_084012 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]



This looks best though, and maybe the look is conservative but it's the ONLY conservative thing on this whole project.
__________________
Welcome to the internet:
Where men are men, women are men, and little girls are FBI agents.
Reply With Quote
  #191  
Old 29-11-2016, 02:38
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

For a variety of reasons, I went with the repurposed vw lights and the spindle mounted single motorcycle lights

[IMG]
20161125_165147 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

Finished the wiring on the headlights today. The first photo is just the LEDs, second dims and third brights with the spindle mounted lights also.

[IMG]
20161128_172257 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]
[IMG]
20161128_172313 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]
[IMG]
20161128_172327 by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

http://www.BenModified.com
Reply With Quote
  #192  
Old 11-02-2017, 19:50
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

Reply With Quote
  #193  
Old 15-03-2017, 01:58
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default


Last edited by Ben Modified : 15-03-2017 at 02:07.
Reply With Quote
  #194  
Old 20-03-2017, 12:27
Ben Modified's Avatar
Ben Modified Ben Modified is offline
Forum Regular
 
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 131
Default

I took the Single Cab to a 3 day Caffeine and Octane car show on Jekyll Island GA. Video link below

[IMG]
20170317_101512_resized by Ben Modified, on Flickr[/IMG]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDval6_uaxw&t=25s
Reply With Quote
Reply



Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 08:09.


Powered by vBulletin
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
All rights reserved, Volksforum