The 2007 (78X90.5s) is probably one of the best street reliable and power
combination engine that you can build for a VW and it makes an excellent bus
engine.
On Sunday, August 7, 2016 7:52 PM, Conrad Klahn <conradk@xxxxxxx> wrote:
I’m finally able to storm the neighborhood in the 78x90.5. That’s plenty of
power for a split in my opinion. You start worrying about other things…
Like my front end alignment is all out of whack, lack of seat belts, adjusted
rear brakes, and of course registration. Not to mention interior and side
windows. Heh.
On Aug 7, 2016, at 2:57 PM, chris smith <chrissmith550@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
At first I was told to not go bigger than a 1915 then a builder said I should
put in a type 4 2ltr. I probally will just build a solid 1600 and cruise it
around.
On Aug 7, 2016 2:52 PM, "Eric Woodall" <ericthomaswoodall@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Yeah buses are very different from beetles in the engine cooling department.
You want high RPM's which the reduction gears give you.
On Aug 7, 2016, at 1:12 PM, chris smith <chrissmith550@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Sweet looks like I will be doing brakes. Other than changing my shifter the
trans works fine I was just told that it was a good idea that to upgrade the
trans. I have only owned a bug or two and a fastback in the past this 63 single
cab was a dream for a long time.
On Aug 7, 2016 11:40 AM, "singlecabboy" <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I have CSP disc on the front and CB Performance on the rear. I'm very pleased
with both .Paul Smith The Zone 1961 Delux Singlecab
On Sunday, August 7, 2016 11:34 AM, Eric Woodall
<ericthomaswoodall@xxxxxxx> wrote:
I have been wanting to get the Oldspeed brake kit on my bus for quite a while.
Mainly because I just get tired of adjusting drums all the time.
On Aug 7, 2016, at 10:01 AM, Steve Chamberlain <steveraychamberlain@xxxxxxxxx >
wrote:
Ronnie, probably up 35 to Dallas then 75 thru McAlester.
On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 9:48 AM, Steve Chamberlain
<steveraychamberlain@xxxxxxxxx > wrote:
From Lake Kiowa you're half way there. We are leaving Wednesday from SE Austin
area taking the shortest route.
On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 8:29 AM, Ronnie Hughes <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
When is everyone headed up? What route are you taking? I'll be leaving from
Lake Kiowa.
Sent from my iPad
On Aug 7, 2016, at 8:11 AM, Mark Jenkins <markobus65@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
The disc brake conversion was easy to do and makes the bus so much easy to stop
even with the trailer behind me running 65-70 on the highway with reduction
boxes but I did change the ring and pinion from 433 to a 388 gear
Mark Jenkins
On Aug 7, 2016, at 7:07 AM, Steve Chamberlain <steveraychamberlain@xxxxxxxxx >
wrote:
Be careful of big engine and freeway flier as it can make your engine run too
fast to keep it cool. Check with some experts to get the full explanation but
the bus was never intended to go over 55-60 mph.
I would be interested in hearing more about your experiences with disc brakes.
I am also looking to install disc brakes on the front to help with the RV
trailer I pull. The older I get the less I care about 'keeping it real' and the
more about safety & comfort.
We will also be cruising to Eureka Thursday from Austin area and you are
welcome to cruise with us. Where are you located?
On Sat, Aug 6, 2016 at 11:18 PM, chris smith <chrissmith550@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
No nothing at i was just told i should switch it out for a freeway flyer and
upgrade to an irs. As far as engine i just wanted to get something a little
bigger like a 1776 but was told go bigger for the towing power. I am upgrading
the brakes to disc at least in the front.
On Aug 6, 2016 8:26 PM, "Eric Woodall" <ericthomaswoodall@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Actually reduction gears are pretty good for daily drivers. The engine will
run nice and cool.Is there something wrong with the swing axle that's already
there?
On Aug 6, 2016, at 7:10 PM, chris smith <chrissmith550@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Right now i am trying to figure out whether to replace the swing axle with an
irs trans and what size engine to upgrade to. This is my daily driver so not
trying to race it. I was told i should go to a 2ltr or even get a type 4 engine
and trans
On Aug 6, 2016 6:39 PM, "Denis" <coocoo@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Come to Eureka. You will learn a LOT! From: chris smith Sent: Saturday, August
6, 2016 6:21 PMTo: tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [tcb] Re: Fwd: suitacse That is
cool. I am the proud owner of a 63 single cab. I am looking forward to cruising
with you all and anyone else. I will be looking for advice since this is my
first type 2.
Chris On Aug 6, 2016 3:48 PM, "Eric Woodall" <ericthomaswoodall@xxxxxxx> wrote:
That made me laugh, Steve
On Aug 6, 2016, at 12:00 PM, Sharon Chamberlain <sharonvws@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I don't remember any of that Paul and we have broken down so many times I try
to forget those. On Sat, Aug 6, 2016 at 11:56 AM, singlecabboy
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Not sure what year,but I remember we had a great time.If memory serves me
correct,I believe you had some electrical problems ,we all pulled off the side
of the road by a beer joint and a few hill billy's came out,no shirt,lots of
prison tattoos ,just one of many awesome cruises we've all had together.
Paul Smith The Zone 1961 Delux Singlecab
On Saturday, August 6, 2016 11:47 AM, Steve Chamberlain
<steveraychamberlain@xxxxxxxxx > wrote:
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Sharon Chamberlain <sharonvws@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, Aug 6, 2016 at 11:40 AM
Subject: suitacse
To: Steve Chamberlain <steveraychamberlain@xxxxxxxxx >
Anyone remember the cruise to Eureka shown on the suitcase? What year was it?
Who's VW's are depicted?
