Docs Bus

KustomKombi.Com · Docs Bus

Hello there
This is the current project on at the moment. This bus has come to me at the Gold Coast from down in NSW. The kombi goes by the name Marley and has been sent to me to change some of its apperance and also give it a Kustom camper interior.

I must apologise for the next photo as the boss poked her head in to say hi

Philia

Laila the paid model, every time that Marley goes out gorgeous female models just have to be photographed with her

KustomKombi.Com · Pics

Here are some more pics with what had to be removed and now in the plan stage to fit everything in.

Now to all you out there this is what you shouldnt do.The problem with this is that over a period of time you will crush the cable and then you will possibly have intermitant issues with your stereo.As you can see there are some RCA leads that are very sensitive which dont like to be stood on and crushed as well as power supply which could rub through and blow a fuse.It may be the easier way but in the long run will be a pain in the bottom!!!!

KustomKombi.Com · Special

You got that one right about the beautiful women. I think Laila is beautifull too. Laughing

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Marleys Specification-
Marley will be getting alot of mod cons being fitted into this one

List of the ICE
-17"LCD TV fitted onto one of my kustom pop up lifters
-4 new speakers for the stereo
-AOpen personal computer with wireless keyboard/DVD facility connected to the stereo for that surround feel.

Appliances & Electrical
-Dometic 62lt fridge
-2 burner/grill hot plate (sorry Rob the 4 just too big)
-inverter
-microwave
-240 wiring
-dual batteries
-halogen flush down lights
-water pump for existing water tanks

Timber & Canvas
The pop top will be receiving a new canvas with 4 windows with zippers
The timber that has been chosen is an American Cheery Plywood Veneer with a 2Pak gloss finish, as seen used before on my website.
The flooring will be a ply base with a laminate floor on top.

There are so many other small mods that you will see along the way so i hope you are keen to follow it
Cheers Jamie

Dualcabdude

Gee guys Marley is going to look pretty smick, keep the photos coming, maybe one day I will be able to get my old boy a new interior too!

Diddlie

OMGoooooodness, change it's name to Paris (Hilton) ha ha, It will be fantastic!

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Here are som more pics of Phillias Bus
The seat totally removed

The seat had a slight problem that when you sat in it the back pushed you forward. With some major modification it was fixed.
BEFORE

AFTER

As you can see the base now has a slight slant bank as too does the back

Here is the new floor

Slowly coming together
Cheers Jamie

KustomKombi.Com · Door Handles

Hi Doc
Here are the pictures of you door handles that we were talking about. They may be upside down but i dont think they would cause any problem apart from trying to open them.

Cheers Jamie

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
More progress on Docs Bus
Here is a mock up template of the rear bulk head that Doc would like.It will be having a door on it to access some extra storage.

Doc has decided to go a new headliner so down come the New/Old one.

As you can see here the windows had to come out to remove the headliner and to re-fit it later when it is ready.

Here is a sample of the material up against the floor

dormo72 · timber to metal ???

Very nice camper, love the wheels, are they empis??
I would be a bit concerned about timber straight to the floor though. Timber has a moisture content of up to 20% when bought off the shelf, due to its absorption rate, it will naturally soak up moisture whether its from a surface or airborne, a bit like a sponge.
Metal on the other hand, due to its witholding temperature, will 'sweat' or condensate on the inside surface, which if unable to breath will form Mould growth and become damp and smelly.
Because of a campers use, there is quite a bit of moisture/condensation.
Therefore it is advisory to fit a layer of water resistant, breathable, faom in between, to form a barrier.
Also the sound transference from metall is quite high. Although timber can be a sound absorber to a minimal degree, it can resonate which acts as a body to transfer noise and will often increase it (a bit like a gramaphone). Again the faom will act as a sound deadener.

How do I know?? I was a building products advisory consultant for ISO
If you want the material name, thickness and density please let me know

Piratekombi

Wow, Marley was already beautiful.... I can't wait to see the finished kombi! Very Happy

Brookie

Welcome Dormo72- guess you may have a Dormobile.

These are pics recently taken of the floor of a 1973 Sopru camper which was converted from new. Sopru were first official approved VW campers in Australia.
Apart from discolouration in parts of orginal vinyl it was in good condition.
The timber floor was also spot on and will be put back.
The photos show slats between timber and floor . Floor had not been cleaned but just as was when cupboards and timber floor removed

dormo72

The timber slats were fitted to provide cross airflow, thus reducing condensation, mould growth and rot
The timber floor in the Blue kombi is laid straight onto the floor, only asking for trouble in the future

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Dormo
Just to keep you informed you are actually incorrect in assuming what i have done!!!! If you want to ask me anything or have an opinion i dont have a problem with that, but you would want to be correct before you say anything. I too put slats down for airflow to prevent rot. The photos i have taken dont show you that.

To all
there will be more pics and some changes this week. Phillia has lengthened his shopping list Laughing

Cheers Jamie

Piratekombi

Whoops, I meant to reply to this earlier! - I also noticed there was nothing in the photos to suggest that there were no slats put down! Thanks Jamie for clearing that up.

I remember reading somewhere that foam is actually a bad idea as it is porous and helps retain water close to the metal; it is better to allow the wood to absorb the moisture instead. (Slats would therefore help keep the moisture in the floor and separated from the metal.) This makes some sense to me so have always accepted it, but I am happy to hear about information suggesting otherwise.

I am definitely looking forward to hearing more about Philia's shopping list... Rolling Eyes

The archeress

Wow...i feel like ive been here before... Shocked

I await in anticipation for philias inner refurbishment...i know its going to be fantastic. You have some great wraps(raps?) jamie.

Philia

Hi guys
In truth I didn't reply to Dormos post on two reasons
1.) I have faith in Jamies work
2.) The rippled floor must provide some ventilation as the accumulation of dust will atest if you have ever pulled up a floor.

It certainly not a flat surface of metal bonded to flat wood

Anyhoo welcome Dormo72 the wheels are Empis

Continuing the refurbishment......
Currently don't want to give details of further BLING until we know its available and can be done.

Somethings are just replacements as thirty year old mechanisms are just worn. Others are mods for pure eye Candy.........I have discussed some with friends who don't necesarrily agree but have been polite enough not to tell me I'm silly (I Thank you)......

Enough to say there are some engine mods I am looking at.......

The archeress

Philia?.....i look at it this way....we are all getting older and i have no doubt our buses will out live us all. Do what you want...Bling till your blind and refurbish refurbish, refurbish....Its a short life and we must do what makes us happy or keeps us motivated and alive. We should of course always..ALWAYS...have our opinions...yep...definately...it s a short life...If i had a decent income i know for sure that bonnie would have even more bling. Hey i met "the busrider" the other day and his 4 kids just climbed all over bonnie with many wows...People seem to do this...lol...its a good feeling for me and for those that "feel"the fur.

Brookie

I can't see Philia stopping at one! What will be the next?

Microbus, DC or maybe another camper Laughing

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The archeress

I think he will pick up a DC in the future. Smile

splitfamily4tune8*

Philia

Has anyone else downloaded the series campervan crisis??????

Piratekombi · Campervan Crisis

So is this series your resto inspiration? I would have thought "Pimp My Ride" was closer! Very Happy

I have only downloaded the first part so far (several months back) and in it they started turning a tired splittie into a hot samba, good stuff... IIRC, each episode is under half an hour long and you can fit three eps to a CD... thanks for reminding me, I wanted to download some more!

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Philia

Its the under standing supportive wife I wanted....

KustomKombi.Com · Progress Pics

Hi there all
Here are some progress pics for you.

This is the rear storage compartment in its raw state. Will be sent away to be 2Pak soon

The 2 burner/grill awaiting to be fitted

Here is abit of a mock up to see the general layout so far. I have replaced the vinyl kick under the RNR with a polished piece. Made the small table which will sit into a flush fitting to the floor as well as a tripod leg attachment so that you can use your table outside the bus. As you can also see the main cabinet has started to be set out.

In the next picture i have made a spot for the table to sit so it is not just flying around the kombi while driving.

Cheers for now Jamie

KustomKombi.Com · Progress Pics

Hi there all
Here are some progress pics for you.

This is the rear storage compartment in its raw state. Will be sent away to be 2Pak soon

The 2 burner/grill awaiting to be fitted

Here is abit of a mock up to see the general layout so far. I have replaced the vinyl kick under the RNR with a polished piece. Made the small table which will sit into a flush fitting to the floor as well as a tripod leg attachment so that you can use your table outside the bus. As you can also see the main cabinet has started to be set out.

In the next picture i have made a spot for the table to sit so it is not just flying around the kombi while driving.

Cheers for now Jamie

The archeress

Looking good there jamie....i remember the table in my dads bus...pole came up out of floor and curved up under the table top which was a double fold out table top. whole thing swivelled baCK UP AGAINST SIDE WALL...

Philia

Thanks Jamie
None of the photos would come up for me last night and neither would KK I gather because of the pictures but all is working now...
Looks great..
Any word on the firetrace system?

Dualcabdude

Love the spot for the table when not in use, very clever use of space. Looks like another great interior conversion coming along by you Jamie, saw your first one some time back now and was very impressed with your work.
Bit worried about you signing off with 'cheers' though, reminds me of someone else....now who was that?

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Dualcab
Had to think there for a minute but did click mmmmm!
Will have to get out of that nasty habit LOL

On anothere note There will be some exciting changes to Docs bus next week. Some things will be going up and down. NOW NOW i know what your thinking. Dont be RUDE. Once i get the up and down i will be working on the in and out. Youll see what im talking about.
(what to say here??) Jamie

LittleOzzyBloke · Re: Docs Bus

i might have missed it...but what is the colour of that paint job...think it's amazing..

Philia

Its a metalic paint. Ford XR6 colour "Blueprint"

KustomKombi.Com

Hi There
The table base turned up today with some other goodies. By using this collapsable tripod base you can have the advantage of taking you table outside and sitting having a beverage.

Thanks Jamie

Philia

Jamie with all the gear Doc is putting in the Bus I bet his suspension will have to sag by at least 2". Perhaps I am wrong; and I note Wayne Penrose had a look at his Bus today, what is he up to?

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Phillia
Yes a 2" drop would de nice. The weight i put in is always to a minimum as weight is such a key factor.

Well all here is this weeks progress photos.

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Here is a spare part that Doc wont be using if he wants to Auction it off.

Piratekombi

Looking good!! Smile

splitfamily4tune8*

now i cant wait until next weeks progress shots........

splitfamily4tune8*

doc......i was wondering how you went with the kadrons

Philia

I heard from Doc this week that the Kadrons (Brossel / solex) are still sitting in the garage he had checked out with Wayne Penrose for a 911 type IV shrouded fuel injected new engine colour coordinated but then he went and bought a new bus.....sight unseen.....the guys obviously got more money than sense and needs some psychotherapy.....

But who knows what he will do next.....He's probably waiting for more photos of Marley...He is a pretty impulsive guy

Probably types in the third person....w%*&ker

Westair

Perhaps he now has a "Split" personality Rolling Eyes

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splitfamily4tune8*

hehe........so is that why doc wanted the weight measurements for a splitty?.....

The archeress

I knew the doctor wouldnt stop at one...just knew it.....

splitfamily4tune8*

the canvas is just too small Cool

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KustomKombi.Com

Hi There All

Here is a bit of an update. Not too much building side of things this week so far but allot of cables and cables and cables. As anyone who has done this type of installations you can appreciate the time involved in planning and running cables. Once you have covered it in split loom and zip tied it all up the last thing you want is to find that you forgot one.

Here is a pic of what i swept out from under the car when running the cables. Was about 50 odd zip ties and about 30m of split loomand cable.

TIP: When you plan to do your own wiring, just make sure that you think about all avenues and wouldnt hurt to think about possible additions later on. Highly recommended to leave the 240v to the specialists. 12v will blow a fuse but incorrect 240v could blow allot more!!! Allot of people just use the same fittings and cable as your household but some of that is not allowed. All power points are different.

Any way time to stop rambling, back to Docs Bus.
Battery charger, inverter and power point fitted under his RNR

Inverted mounted flush with the face panel under RNR

Docs original passive sub reinstalled under RNR

Cabinet installed with switch panel fitted

Can anyone now tell me what the red and black wires are suspose to do???

Oh The switch sitting in the middle of the floor is for the TV lifter which by the way now does go up and down the way it should.

Here is the reason why i say just think about everything before you get to carried away. All this cabiling is for the down lights, rear speakers and tv aerial. I also had to change the monitor/rear view mirror for the reversing camera which has turned into a new bracket and adaptor that i had to fabricate. The new headliner is going in tomorrow so all this has to be done before you get to far. You will make a mess of things if you do it the wrong way

Now to all. I was talking to the doc the other day and Philia you are right. He too spoke to me about the Porsche fan shroud and injection. I heard about his new purchase so im waiting for him to post the pics. Guess he is waiting for it to make its way to his place before he shows all of us.
Maybe he should bolt the Kadrons onto his 76 and save the Porsche housing for his 19**. OPPS almost let the cat out of the bag.

Will keep you posted
Thanks Jamie

PS Did we mention about the alltitude adjustment we need to make???

The archeress

Im beginning to wonder if this doc character has the same affliction as all those chicks that spend a small fortune on plastic surgery. Could be called kombi-itis....When is enough enough?..for petes sake...arrrrrgh.
lucky bugger though....sigh.

Philia

Master Jamie you are a legend .....might also have some business for you as I have a new bus as well....just savin the pennies.....can you turn a bog beast into a deluxe?

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Philia
I can turn anything to anything you would like. I have worked on a few ugly ducklings and turned them into a swan. You can see some of them on my website. I would love to see the pics of your new ride.
Are you allowed to post them yet???
Thanks Jamie

Philia

I hopefully have some photos after Sunday.......We'll see.

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Now back to the Docs Bus.
Here is some of the progress today and as you can see, like i said in a previous post, it is so important to set all your wiring out first. Wether it is on paper or in your head. From the pics you will be able to see how confusing it can be. Confused

The new front speakers were fitted Cool

The new headliner turned up for a trial fit

I noticed a problem with the front windscreen seal today.

Only jokes. Very Happy

If anyone has done a new headliner before, they will know that the front windscreen should come out. Even though the seal was brand new it is safer to cut the seal out instead of trying to pop the screen out. The cost of a new seal is better than the cost of a new windscreen. Wink

I hope that all the detail im listing is helping others out there planing on doing there own.
Back to it tomorrow. Hopefully headliner and windscreen will all be fitted again.

Thanks Jamie Razz

KustomKombi.Com

Hi there All
Here are some pics from Friday

The cloth headliner being fitted

Now the headliner fitted

Thanks again Jamie

Philia

Hey Jamie thats phenomenal; Charlotte was right (how could I ever doubt her) Docs a lucky guy....

Are you interested in my project need to discuss costing and supply of parts and timing.

KustomKombi.Com · Installing water pumps

Now i thought i might show everyone how i fit water pumps.
1. Find a good position for the pump and drill the appropiate holes.

2. Now i dont just use screws to secure the pump as it has the potential to come loose. As the feet on the pump are rubber mounted you dont want to over tighten with screws or have them loose. What i use is a special tool called NutSert. Basically it is like a big pop rivet with a nut on the back. This way you bolt it on and apply some loctite. You can get the right amount of pressure on the feet without over tightening.

3. Now the pump has been bolted in.

4. When wiring in the pump you should always use heat shrink connectors under the vehicle, this way all moisture can be kept out. Any connection at all open to the elements should have heat shrink connectors used to keep the circuit reliable.

Hope this has been informative for the novices out there.

Thanks Jamie

Piratekombi

Wow, I am finding this fascinating... thanks Jamie for the photos and lessons! Doc must be a happy camper, it sure looks good... Smile

Jill

This resto is amazing! I suppose you don't wanna come to England and resto my T25? Wink

Only kidding! I have to sell my house and have some eye surgery before I can get Lydia resto'd

Cheers, Folks,

Jill

The archeress

amazing jamie...i am looking at a very beautiful project and you should be well proud of yourself for the obvious talent you have.......kel

KustomKombi.Com

Hi there Jill
I was only in the uk just over a month ago. was there for 5 weeks. We have family there as my wife is from the uk. Went to Vanfest while i was there and WOW!!! what a display they have.

Hi Kel
Thank you very much for the kind words. I am very passionate about what i do and its great to be able to have a job doing what i enjoy. There are people out there that try, but some lie about what they can do and will only remain handymen.

Thanks Jamie

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Now back to some updates on the Docs Bus.
Some of you may have already seen it at the Gold Coast club show at the Riviera complex. It certainly did grab some interest.

Here is the new headliner fitted to the pot top with the new stays fitted for the hatch. The one fitted hung down low and you always took your head out on it.

The new canvas being fitted

The canvas now fitted and trimmed off. Notice the cable at the rear? It is for the tv aerial to be mounted on the pop top

Looking on the inside

Fitting the fridge. Now thats where you want to make sure your measurements are right!!!

Windscreen back in

I had to modify the sunvisor to suit the new reverse camera monitor/ rear vision mirror. Notice the matching fabric. Just adds to that special touch. That was not fun to wire up as the original camera and monitor were not compatable but with alittle bit of wiring it now works perfect.

That Marley attracting Beautifull girls again at the Gold Coast Show.

If you are wondering were the table pole will go well there is a place for everything. Also you may notice the finger hole in the front edge of the base. It makes it much easier to pull the bed into position. You will see that happen alot more now.

Now i hope that keeps you all updated. I must appolagise for the delay as my computer had a heart attach and the doctor was to far away to fix it, but as you guessed its all good now.

Thanks Jamie

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Here is a picture of the Dual Battery that i have decided to use. It is a 120amp/hr AGM Fullriver made in the USA. I will show you that again later once all necessary cables have been fitted.

It is only a just fit in there and weighs a HEAVY 35kg. Didnt want to pull that one in and out too many times. Surprised

Thanks Jamie

Philia

Jamie thats terrific and Michelle and Adrian told me that Marley made a tiny cameo in the news.....wooohoooo.

Love the way the female models all want to have their photos with Marley.
Philia

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All Again

I was going to post a Docs Bus Part 2, as i felt that the Dial Up users may have a problem with all the pictures, but as it is almost over i didnt want to split it now. I hope that is ok for everyone viewing. This Post has had rather alot of views and is growing in interest. For the next project i will start it off as a part 1 just in case if it too gets too big. Keep an eye out as it is an interesting one and its not a camper.

Another day at the office and we are finally nearing the end. Just checking on a few of the electrical devices before they get sealed in.

We are playing music here through the computer and LCD and i have also have intergrated it into the head unit (Radio) so you can listen to your music or DVD through your stereo system.

Here is some MORE plumbing. The water pump is now plumbed and i have also added a ball valve so you can back fill you water tank from underneath. By doing this it saves putting fillers on the outside of your vehicle or inside through the floor like the old days.

The rear storage compartment now has the door and catch fitted and also you can see the lights and speakers fitted.

The drivers side cabinet now complete and just needs buffing.

I have been focusing this week on all the final touches so i will be making the swing out cupboard last. Will be starting that on wednesday.

Thank you all for your interest and coments so far.
Thanks Jamie

Brookie

I guess everybody that has looked would have learnt something and also got many ideas from these posts. I think it is second only in views to WA Coffee Meet.

Have you ever thought of doing some furniture-like overhead rear locker -perhaps similar to orginal- in flat packs that can be couriered or posted?

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Piratekombi

Wow... yep, it is certainly giving me ideas too... it's looking great thus far...

Hey Philia, what is this about Marley appearing in a news cameo?

Philia

Hi Woz a friend of a friend of a friend told me they saw Marley on the Gold Coast News from the vw show up there....

I'm trying to save enough to send Jamie a project for a 1964 Split for bare metal respray......maybe early next year..

Piratekombi

I am really looking forward to seeing the work on the 64 splittie... Smile

Brookie

KustomKombi.Com

Perhaps Marley and the un-named Splitty could come to Toodyay 2008

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Hi Warren what do you mean The un named Split???? Hasnt the name been let out of the bag?????
I know and im not telling
Thanks Jamie

WAY2COOL

Thanks for the pics and for taking us on a close up tour of Marley.Your attention to detail is uplifting.Great look,great technology,great Kombi...Have a great Bay Day...Kim

The archeress

a 64 split philia?........should be interesting to see how this pans out.

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Sorry i have been rather busy with customers and have been slack on my pictures. Crying or Very sad

So here we go!! Laughing

The boss popped in to check out Phillias new wireless keyboard for his computer

The swing out cupboard nearlly finished

The swing out cupboard now completed

When i took Marley to the show i noticed that the new rear view mirror/ reverse monitor was a bit too high. So back to the drawing board and i had to redesign the original one. Worked well and dropped the mirror approximately 3 "

Some more photos to come soon with some altitude adjustment. Cool

Thanks Jamie

Piratekombi

Well now I know where to get my pasties heated if I ever go camping with that Doc fella... Wink

I love the swivelling cabinet... the snib is a good idea too... good stuff! Smile

Philia

I heard KW say "Go Layla!!!!!!!"

KustomKombi.Com

Hi All
Just to keep you all updated on the Docs Bus. There has been a few little additions and will post more pics later. Marley has gone for a little drive down the road for an altitude adjustment. I should have Marley back tomorrow arfternoon and then give her a clean. Will then take here for a photo shoot and post pics of the finished product.
Thanks Jamie

Gabbo's Run

Great work there jamie, i had not checked this thread out till now. Actually i saw it on your web site along with all the other Kombis. Great work mate.

brian and cathy

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Brian and Cathy
Thanks for the compliment. I am so excited over Docs Bus as it truely was a pleasure to build.There was a few moments i had but I am so happy about the way it looks and alot of peoples jaws drop when you open the door then start showing what the bus has to offer.
Some people look at kombis as just the old hippy thing but when they look inside of this one it has features like a 2 million dollar cruiser!!

Thanks Again Jamie

Ps Thanks for taking the time to view my site and Keep an eye on it as alot of things are about to change and new sections will be opening soon.

The archeress

hi jamie...if you have any stickers of your own...kustomkombi.com id be happy to put one on my bus..then tell anyone about your work...

Philia

Hey Jamie any new photos?

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Archeress
Yes i do have some stickers getting made up. May i ask if you have a pop top or not as i have different ones for each style. Thank you for the offer.

The alltitude adjustment was a success and it drives BEAUTIFUL!!! It is the best Kombi that i have had the pleasure to drive. It was a shame to give it back.

The Dual battery was finally connected up

Couple of finished photos

Thanks to you all for you positive imput and comments

Thanks Jamie

Philia

Hi guys spoke with Doc and Kombiwidow (Docs wife) they are stoked....Jamie is a master craftsman.......I know Mr and Mrs Doc enjoyed a nice bottle of wine in the back of their Kombi supplied by Mr and Mrs KustomKombi as soon as he got back.........but the adventure continues...

Piratekombi

Wow, that looks amazing! It definitely looks meaner lowered... Jamie has done a great job all over, no wonder Doc and Kombiwidow are stoked... congratulations all round! Smile

Alice

That looks so good...Woger is jealous

Brookie

That would have to be one of the best Kombis anywhere- congrats to Jamie and doc for concept and execution.

The number of views -1781 at this post- shows how people love to see restos and results.

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Hi All
Yes the Doc was happy when i picked him up from the airport Surprised

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I think it was such a watched bus because of its uniqueness Cool

. It is certainly a one off!!! Even if i wanted to copy it, it still wouldnt be the same.

When you finish building campers like Docs you truelly get satisfaction out of what i do.

Keep an eye out in the For Sale as i will be listing my kombi for sale due to my next project (the Basket Case) My Dual cab is calling!!!!

Thanks again for all you positive comments
Jamie Hage

splitfamily4tune8*

Piratekombi

It's just as well they designed the kombi for easy engine maintenance... imagine how frustrating it would be otherwise!

I find the limited access to the batteries annoying - I am thinking of making a dentist-style mirror-on-a-stick so I can easily check the battery fluid level. Our 72 doesn't have an overhead access hatch either, so I have my fingers crossed that we don't have a starter-motor failure...

Good job Jamie! Smile

sneak_e

Wow that looks great! Where do you buy those batteries with side terminals?

KustomKombi.Com · Batteries

Hi All
Regards the Battery Question. You will find that most reputable Battery suppliers will be able to supply you Batteries of that description. Just remember though, that it is a AGM battery Not a Cranking battery.

Thanks Jamie

Philia

More Electesticles done on Doc's bus ready for his new Carbies.
Distributor had to be changed as no vacuum advance. After a day of playing around with springs and limmitters and fixing spark plug leads, all is sorted....Not convinced that a fancy/schmannzy all you can adjust chrome plated red lead distributor is any better than a well loved 05......we'll see

Brookie

As long it is not an 009 in a Kombi Sad

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Philia

Can you elaborate Brookie?
Are they really that bad?
As I figure the one in the picture is just a 009 with a few fancy/schmanzy knobs and dials.
I did play around with springs and limmitters but it was really to get it to run as well as the 05 not better.

Brookie

This is another link on stock and other distributors

http://thekombikonnection.myfreeforum.org/about79.html

The 09 is not progressive advance -just centrifugal- these type of dizzies are used on lightweight cars like hot beetles or buggies with no weight and rev to 6000+.
The advance on these dizzies do not match the torque or power curve of the Type 4 motor and with the weight of a Kombi/camper this adds to the effect.
Try it by all means but make sure you have an original to put back.

Smile

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Philia

Sent from the Brewmaster

Philia on holidays with Doc's wife!!!!!

Piratekombi

Wow, that looks..... beautiful. Just beautiful....

BTW, Doc's wife should do something about that horrid growth under her left arm, it looks malignant.... Very Happy

KustomKombi.Com

Well Good to see the Doc and Widow enjoying there ride.
Cool

Brewmaster · Oh the pain ..... the bruises ..... and the concussion!

I can not tell you as to the bruises I received as I was thrown around the back seat of Otis photographing Marley ........ need I tell you that Toni J was driving and ever since we got our 72 Beetle she has been known to drive like she stole the car rather than test it!

Glad to see some haapy snaps up on the KK.

Cheers
Brett

Brookie

We all try to be happy on here Brett and nice looking people and Kombis help. Smile

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Brewmaster

KustomKombi.Com

Hi Brett
Thank you very much for the Compliment. Your making me blush Embarassed

I do enjoy what i do.
Thanks Again Jamie
PS Hey Brett next time im up that way will let you know. My sister is in Golden Beach.

Brewmaster · Not a problem Jamie

Not a problem Jamie ....... but credit should go where credit is due especially seeing your work in the flesh!

You are more than welcome to drop in with the family when ever you are up this way seeing your sister.

Cheers
Brett

Docs Bus

Pics

Special

Door Handles

timber to metal ???

Campervan Crisis

Progress Pics

Progress Pics

Re: Docs Bus

Installing water pumps

Batteries

Oh the pain ..... the bruises ..... and the concussion!

Not a problem Jamie