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by jr_vw2
Thu Jan 26, 2006 12:56 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: how much is in you toy
Replies: 40
Views: 5477

Dido on that subimanx . I stoped counting at about 6K but I am guessing by the time I get it done it will be around 9-10k. But everything that I have as of now is paid for. But the boxes of parts are still rolling in:D
by jr_vw2
Thu Jan 26, 2006 3:06 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Frozen brake durm
Replies: 14
Views: 1937

Even if you drill the retainers, wouldn`t the adjuster, and the wheel cylinder still hold the shoes from coming out? In theory the shoes should kind of "fold" into each other as the drum is pulled off. Another reason it might be froze is the wheel bearings could be frozen solid and the dru...
by jr_vw2
Thu Jan 26, 2006 12:45 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Frozen brake durm
Replies: 14
Views: 1937

When in doubt..... get a bigger hammer
by jr_vw2
Wed Jan 25, 2006 12:41 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: berrien buggy steering column support & windshield insta
Replies: 19
Views: 5446

Tha support in the pic is home made not a berrien unit
by jr_vw2
Tue Jan 24, 2006 11:56 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: WHY?: narrowed front beam
Replies: 7
Views: 1342

I moved the shock towers in 2" as well my body is diff. from a manx it does not have a pocket for the shock tower. I dont know about any other bodies but It fits perfect on my body. I had to trim my shock stud bolts about .25" so they wouldnt jab a hole through the fenders. Other than that...
by jr_vw2
Tue Jan 24, 2006 1:03 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: WHY?: narrowed front beam
Replies: 7
Views: 1342

I narrowed my beam 2" and welded in adjusters and I dont have any clearance issues. I narrowed my beam because I wanted to tuck my front wheels under the fenders more. I also wanted to adjuste for the wheel adapters that I am running which are about 1.25" thick. Once I switch to new drums ...
by jr_vw2
Tue Jan 24, 2006 2:58 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Is this a good deal??
Replies: 5
Views: 922

Thanks Jerry thats good to know. I was lost as to what size i needed I was just going off of theire chart. Thanks a TON. :clap:
by jr_vw2
Tue Jan 24, 2006 1:08 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Is this a good deal??
Replies: 5
Views: 922

I thought about it I just dont really like the look of it.
by jr_vw2
Mon Jan 23, 2006 3:58 am
Forum: Dune Buggy Tech Center
Topic: Looking for new body manufacturer East Coast.
Replies: 5
Views: 1069

I have seen them at the bug-a-paluza here in Chattanooga the past few years. The bodies are really nice looking and almost an exact replica of a manx which I think is shady. But they are pretty good quality bodies from what I have seen.
by jr_vw2
Sun Jan 22, 2006 7:42 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Is this a good deal??
Replies: 5
Views: 922

Is this a good deal??

Take a look at these headers. Is this a good deal?? I am looking for a 1 5/8" header or my buggy. Most of them that I have seen go for about $200+ for ceramic coated. these are only $160..why?? Are they crappy. Let me know what you guys think. thanks. http://lowbugget.com/merged_headers.html
by jr_vw2
Sun Jan 22, 2006 3:39 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: A Little Humor
Replies: 1
Views: 682

That is awesome. I laughed my but off. :D :clap:
by jr_vw2
Sun Jan 22, 2006 3:59 am
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: This just looks dangerous
Replies: 7
Views: 967

This just looks dangerous

Check this pully set up out. TO me it just looks like a broken hand waiting to happen.:eek: http://bullyspulleys.com/product.php
by jr_vw2
Sat Jan 21, 2006 7:22 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Just how loud is a stinger??
Replies: 18
Views: 2683

Jerry you are just an all around VW pimp :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
by jr_vw2
Sat Jan 21, 2006 5:57 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: help on a price
Replies: 7
Views: 926

I wouldnt put a dead set $1000 on anything that runs. Pics would help alot here. I have seen buggies that were crap heaps but run well only sell for $400-$500 I would try to get it as cheap as you could.
by jr_vw2
Sat Jan 21, 2006 5:46 pm
Forum: Buggy Talk
Topic: Just how loud is a stinger??
Replies: 18
Views: 2683

Chuck that exhaust looks like somehting out of a Dr. Suess book.:clap: