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chuffer

chuffer

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Sep 2, 2004
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Pesqueeb said:
Have you seen the prices that shit is going for on Craigslist or FB marketplace? By the time you pick up some 30 year old banger and do an engine swap you're well into a new vehicle these days. :dead: It's insanity.
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I have kind of accepted that. I still see “ok” pricing on clean non-runners out here. Came across a running 1986 f350 4x4crewcab, which is what I want for a company truck, this morning for $5k. If it is still around next week when I am back in town, I may buy it…probably repower it with something newer & Efi. It has a carbed 460, which is what I run now and the mpg is embarrassing!

As for rust, not really too much of an issue. We don’t salt (that much) out here and if it survived this long, it’s probably ok. Fwiw, my current Ford has a 6” hole in the floor. Floormat covers it nicely…
 
chuffer

chuffer

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jimmydean said:
There is a sweet conversion kit for an early (56-77) VW Bug on BaT right now.

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No Reserve: EV West Electric Conversion Kit for 1956-1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: EV West Electric Conversion Kit for 1956-1977 Volkswagen Beetle at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #142,026.
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<edit> or you buy a wrecked Tesla Model 3 and a similar sized shit box and Frankenstein an eWhip for about $30k .
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I was thinking about EV conversion recently too. There is one EV charging station “near” me and I don’t think it is open yet. Until I can just plug the car into a 120vac or 240vac receptacle or the infrastructure catches up out here in the sticks, they are out for me.
 
jimmydean

jimmydean

The Official Meat of Ridemonkey
Sep 10, 2001
43,073
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So the neighbor kid was trying to replace the CV joints in his Honda Passport, but he also had a baseball tournament. So the kids uncle was under his car all weekend and into yesterday.

I went to grab something from the car when his mom asked if I could help. He had dropped the front differential to make the CV install easier, but couldn't get it back up where it went.

Using a bottle jack under the diff and the floor jack on the u joint, I got the front to tilt so the mounting tab cleared the steering rack, then lifted the rear into place. It was a bitch.

He says "I've got 2 different Jeeps and I've dropped the diff by myself multiple times. This Japanese crap is like a puzzle that's too small. :rofl:

My 4Runner was a V6 and a nightmare to work on. My Toyota trucks were all 22RE 4 cylinders with a bunch of room in the engine bay. I still want an 89-94 extra cab 4 cylinder 5 speed. That's a truck that could do 300k without issues.
 
stevew

stevew

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vw being a dick tease to the us market....fucking twats...

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just make the wheels 18 inch instead of what looks like some stupid 20 inch piles of shit...
 
stevew

stevew

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jimmydean said:
There is a sweet conversion kit for an early (56-77) VW Bug on BaT right now.

bringatrailer.com

No Reserve: EV West Electric Conversion Kit for 1956-1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: EV West Electric Conversion Kit for 1956-1977 Volkswagen Beetle at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #142,026.
bringatrailer.com bringatrailer.com

<edit> or you buy a wrecked Tesla Model 3 and a similar sized shit box and Frankenstein an eWhip for about $30k .
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8 hours to charge....
 
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stevew

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Del Dios Motor Club on Instagram: "This is a 1965 Volkswagen Kombi bus that they bought in 1966. Two owner Car. Custom ordered from the factory. Great story from Del Mar. @goodguysrodandcustom The 1965 Volkswagen Kombi bus is an emblem of freedom, adventure, and nostalgia. Renowned for its iconic design, the Kombi epitomizes the spirit of the 1960s counterculture movement. Its distinctive boxy shape, rounded edges, and split windshield make it instantly recognizable on roads worldwide.Originally conceived as a practical solution for transporting people and cargo, the Kombi quickly evolved into a symbol of individuality and self-expression. Its versatile layout allowed for various configurations, from a family transporter to a mobile home or even a canvas for artistic expression.Despite its simple construction and modest performance, the Kombi captured the hearts of millions, becoming an enduring cultural icon. Today, vintage models are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, while modern iterations pay homage to its timeless charm. The 1965 Volkswagen Kombi bus remains a testament to Volkswagen’s legacy of innovation, adaptability, and the enduring allure of the open road.. . . #vwbus #vwbuslove #vw #vwbeetle #vwbrasil #vwbug #vwlove #vwlife #vwlovers #vwlifestyle #vwkombi #volkswagenbus #volkswagenbeetle #volkswagenlove #carforsale #vintage #vintagebus"

23K likes, 691 comments - deldiosmotorclub on April 8, 2024: "This is a 1965 Volkswagen Kombi bus that they bought in 1966. Two owner Car. Custom ordered from the factory. Great story from Del Mar. @goodguysrodandcustom The 1965 Volkswagen Kombi bus is an emblem of freedom, adventure, and...
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Toshi

Toshi

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Oct 23, 2001
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FSD will legit kill people

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Dan Kim (@dankim312) on Threads

fsd 12 goes 42 in a 35, blatantly blows a stop sign, and nearly goes careening off into the grass where the intersection splits. 10/10 no notes, robotaxis coming soon
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stevew

stevew

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fuck your raptor

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Donny Donovan on Instagram: "This bus can go anywhere and do anything! I’m tired of not winning @nitrocross races so I’m putting in practice laps all offseason in whatever I’m driving. It handles like a champ in the dirt with the 205/75/15 @general_tire grabber ATX’s and @bilsteinus shocks. @competitive_edge_industries @trnzwest @dnr_restoration @rulo_oraf @general_tire @vintagevdubs @empi @pharmacy_boardshop @extremepowdercoatingca @happyhourshades @mrobelo @labufadorafoodtruck @davidsracingteam @manwelderfabrications @class11racing @class11junkies @gopro"

97K likes, 837 comments - donny_donovan_ on April 10, 2024: "This bus can go anywhere and do anything! I’m tired of not winning @nitrocross races so I’m putting in practice laps all offseason in whatever I’m driving. It handles like a champ in the dirt with the 205/75/15 @general_tire grabber...
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DaveW

DaveW

Space Monkey
Jul 2, 2001
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The bunker at parliament
stevew said:
fuck your raptor

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Donny Donovan on Instagram: "This bus can go anywhere and do anything! I’m tired of not winning @nitrocross races so I’m putting in practice laps all offseason in whatever I’m driving. It handles like a champ in the dirt with the 205/75/15 @general_tire grabber ATX’s and @bilsteinus shocks. @competitive_edge_industries @trnzwest @dnr_restoration @rulo_oraf @general_tire @vintagevdubs @empi @pharmacy_boardshop @extremepowdercoatingca @happyhourshades @mrobelo @labufadorafoodtruck @davidsracingteam @manwelderfabrications @class11racing @class11junkies @gopro"

97K likes, 837 comments - donny_donovan_ on April 10, 2024: "This bus can go anywhere and do anything! I’m tired of not winning @nitrocross races so I’m putting in practice laps all offseason in whatever I’m driving. It handles like a champ in the dirt with the 205/75/15 @general_tire grabber...
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Dumbass was pretty much rag dolling inside the cab.
 
6thElement

6thElement

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canadmos said:
Which is funny, because its the domestic brands that are outsourcing more and more and the "imports" are being made in NA. :popcorn:
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It also means there's hardly any choice of EV's in NA compared to Yurp and Asia, just big dumb expensive trucks and @Toshi 's ugly SUV :D
 
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