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- jolas
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
I'm sure that I saved a few pics of it when it either first came on the market, or, was spotted out and about, I will check
by fig » Mar 26, 2018
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Hi to everyone here at ACVWSA!
My name is Nick and I am the proud owner of a '78 Beetle which am (and have been for some time now) trying to fix and get back on the road.
I missed this topic earlier but i recently started a project topic, so I won't go ahead repeating myself here: viewtopic.php?f=23&t=35666
Really looking forward to getting to know some of you and the inspiring builds going on here and there!
My name is Nick and I am the proud owner of a '78 Beetle which am (and have been for some time now) trying to fix and get back on the road.
I missed this topic earlier but i recently started a project topic, so I won't go ahead repeating myself here: viewtopic.php?f=23&t=35666
Really looking forward to getting to know some of you and the inspiring builds going on here and there!
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- Drip
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New member
Hi all.
I'm very excited to discover the existence of this forum - the Samba is a great resource but nothing beats local knowledge!
I have a 1970-something type 1 that I am slowly restoring, and another type 1 kit that needs a lot of body work. And of course, learning as I go. Currently halfway through a fuel pump replacement because the beetle's sump was filling with petrol.
Now that I've introduced myself, anyone know where I can get a copy of the Bentley manual that won't cost almost R800+? Since that is the price on loot.co.za but isn't good for my budget haha!
Thanks in advance! I look forward to being involved here on ACVW!
I'm very excited to discover the existence of this forum - the Samba is a great resource but nothing beats local knowledge!
I have a 1970-something type 1 that I am slowly restoring, and another type 1 kit that needs a lot of body work. And of course, learning as I go. Currently halfway through a fuel pump replacement because the beetle's sump was filling with petrol.
Now that I've introduced myself, anyone know where I can get a copy of the Bentley manual that won't cost almost R800+? Since that is the price on loot.co.za but isn't good for my budget haha!
Thanks in advance! I look forward to being involved here on ACVW!
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- Drip
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- jolas
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
You need to start a thread for your ambo
These are the only pics I could find which I downloaded at the time, it seems the seller might have also been advertising on the samba.com
Perhaps you might have already seen them ?
It really is unfortunate that there is no story to this find. Where was it hiding all this time in Aliwal North, Did it go on a municipal auction or private sale, what year was it decomissioned, etc, etc
I would suggest you google the local newspaper that side and send them a pic with an article, I'm sure you will get a response from a retired medic or driver or even a patient
I did the same with my '56 ambulance and they wrote quite a nice article with a pic, I had one response, but it was'nt too helpful.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q ... EcapvnaZMw
Keep us in the loop
![Image](https://s23.postimg.org/nb6yo66x3/aliwal_north_ambo_2.jpg)
![Image](https://s7.postimg.org/qgwpmdpt3/aliwal_north_ambo_3.jpg)
![Image](https://s28.postimg.org/x37dyzrbd/aliwal_north_ambo_4.jpg)
![Image](https://s11.postimg.org/pysf2p8b3/aliwal_north_ambo_5.jpg)
![Image](https://s2.postimg.org/ki8lvvisl/aliwal_north_ambo_1964_1.jpg)
Sadly no pic of the badge or sign that might have been mounted where the holes are. I thought maybe ex military, and then municipality, but I think that their badges where mounted below. Perhaps Jaco can send some light, his ambo might be ex military .....
![Hang Loose :hangloose:](./images/smilies/action-smiley-035.gif)
These are the only pics I could find which I downloaded at the time, it seems the seller might have also been advertising on the samba.com
Perhaps you might have already seen them ?
It really is unfortunate that there is no story to this find. Where was it hiding all this time in Aliwal North, Did it go on a municipal auction or private sale, what year was it decomissioned, etc, etc
I would suggest you google the local newspaper that side and send them a pic with an article, I'm sure you will get a response from a retired medic or driver or even a patient
![Shocked :shock:](./images/smilies/icon_eek.gif)
I did the same with my '56 ambulance and they wrote quite a nice article with a pic, I had one response, but it was'nt too helpful.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q ... EcapvnaZMw
Keep us in the loop
![Hang Loose :hangloose:](./images/smilies/action-smiley-035.gif)
![Image](https://s23.postimg.org/nb6yo66x3/aliwal_north_ambo_2.jpg)
![Image](https://s7.postimg.org/qgwpmdpt3/aliwal_north_ambo_3.jpg)
![Image](https://s28.postimg.org/x37dyzrbd/aliwal_north_ambo_4.jpg)
![Image](https://s11.postimg.org/pysf2p8b3/aliwal_north_ambo_5.jpg)
![Image](https://s2.postimg.org/ki8lvvisl/aliwal_north_ambo_1964_1.jpg)
Sadly no pic of the badge or sign that might have been mounted where the holes are. I thought maybe ex military, and then municipality, but I think that their badges where mounted below. Perhaps Jaco can send some light, his ambo might be ex military .....
by fig » Mar 26, 2018
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
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- Drip
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Thanks for the thought on the newspaper! I will definitely do that and I will also start a thread here.
Cool pics, in that last pic you can see the 6 holes on the right that I am querying.
I found a link that said it was part of Thabu Prinsloo's collection. I have tried to search for this but got nothing.
Cool pics, in that last pic you can see the 6 holes on the right that I am querying.
I found a link that said it was part of Thabu Prinsloo's collection. I have tried to search for this but got nothing.
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- Drip
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- Jdt1976
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Sure you have seen this article (not much info):
http://www.vwcommercial.co.za/en/about/ ... kombi.html
http://www.vwcommercial.co.za/en/about/ ... kombi.html
- jolas
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
didn't see that article before, thanks Jaco ![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
oh well thats a good start then Nick !!!
![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
oh well thats a good start then Nick !!!
by fig » Mar 26, 2018
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
Sambas in South Africa are good for only 2 things: showing off and sunburn.
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- Drip
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Likewise, I hadn't seen this article. Thank you!Jdt1976 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 05, 2017 6:40 pm Sure you have seen this article (not much info):
http://www.vwcommercial.co.za/en/about/ ... kombi.html
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Hello every one,
New on the forum and new to the air cooled world of Vw.Excited and a lot to learn.Looking at getting guidance and direction here to my new adventure.
So how did it start ,I bought a package deal consisting of a 1976 bay window executive with two spare 2L engines licensed up to date.Also got a low light bus that is stripped and ready for spray but will not continue as it has not got papers.Also got a completely redone 1600 twin port motor starts first turn and is like new.
I've decided to get the 76 to pur and be restored. Ok so first help that I need is to find who can do overhaul my carbs they are solex carbs have 6 and will do two of them.
Still trying to navigate around the forum ,where can I find suppliers and some to do the carbs in the west rand or close.
Thanks in advance and hope to do a breakfast run or meet some awesome enthusiastic people.May the VW force be with you.
Raymond
New on the forum and new to the air cooled world of Vw.Excited and a lot to learn.Looking at getting guidance and direction here to my new adventure.
So how did it start ,I bought a package deal consisting of a 1976 bay window executive with two spare 2L engines licensed up to date.Also got a low light bus that is stripped and ready for spray but will not continue as it has not got papers.Also got a completely redone 1600 twin port motor starts first turn and is like new.
I've decided to get the 76 to pur and be restored. Ok so first help that I need is to find who can do overhaul my carbs they are solex carbs have 6 and will do two of them.
Still trying to navigate around the forum ,where can I find suppliers and some to do the carbs in the west rand or close.
Thanks in advance and hope to do a breakfast run or meet some awesome enthusiastic people.May the VW force be with you.
Raymond
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- Drip
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Good Afternoon to all ACVWSA members
I a new on this forum, hoping to learn a lot and assist where I can.
About my rides:
I always loved the VW Beetles (had a 1978 SP and a 1959 which I regrettably sold)
Currently have a 1963 Beetle (Unfortunately not original) and also a 1983 Jurgens Autovilla. Also currently in the process to buy a 1974/5 Jurgens Autovilla which I will restore.
Happy camping Regards
I a new on this forum, hoping to learn a lot and assist where I can.
About my rides:
I always loved the VW Beetles (had a 1978 SP and a 1959 which I regrettably sold)
Currently have a 1963 Beetle (Unfortunately not original) and also a 1983 Jurgens Autovilla. Also currently in the process to buy a 1974/5 Jurgens Autovilla which I will restore.
Happy camping Regards
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- Drip
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Hi all I have built a few AC Cobra's and a LHD Speedster for the old Venom Cars for export. I am now going to build 3 Speedsters one for me and two for colleagues at work mainly as everyday runabouts. Having issues with Universal as Garth doesn't feel the need to return my calls to discuss the purchase of the kits so I have found another kit manufacturer and will place an order for them from him.Very disappointed but let's give this guy a chance.
The focus of the cars will be to have a "Beetle" in an awesome body and use them daily.
I have in the past manufactured tooling and parts for cars for Venom Cars and can manufacture locally for better prices.
I cannot wait to get my car on the road before summer.
Silver Red leather ,discs and a happy twin port 1600
The focus of the cars will be to have a "Beetle" in an awesome body and use them daily.
I have in the past manufactured tooling and parts for cars for Venom Cars and can manufacture locally for better prices.
I cannot wait to get my car on the road before summer.
Silver Red leather ,discs and a happy twin port 1600
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Hi All,
I'm new to the forum and hope to find a load of info as required
I've owned a few muscle cars but this is my first Kombi
Currently at the upholstery shop to do a full interior make--over
Also the whitewalls fitted yesterday
The roof will also be sprayed the same colour as bumpers and rims
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/2C9ABC05-6F8E-484F-8DE7-6F52D51F38D6_zpsolijjypu.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/2B41155A-55C6-4921-BCED-6D050816D7C8_zpsmsb7va7n.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/B50D4CAE-9000-4C7E-ADD4-AA21F144D971_zpszgq6ecft.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/8A529F26-ABD7-42A8-B438-5BAB976CD1F3_zpsxchn0yyk.jpg)
I'm new to the forum and hope to find a load of info as required
I've owned a few muscle cars but this is my first Kombi
Currently at the upholstery shop to do a full interior make--over
Also the whitewalls fitted yesterday
![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
The roof will also be sprayed the same colour as bumpers and rims
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/2C9ABC05-6F8E-484F-8DE7-6F52D51F38D6_zpsolijjypu.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/2B41155A-55C6-4921-BCED-6D050816D7C8_zpsmsb7va7n.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/B50D4CAE-9000-4C7E-ADD4-AA21F144D971_zpszgq6ecft.png)
![Image](https://www.aircooledvwsa.co.za/images/pbucket3/albums/kk265/spicydave/8A529F26-ABD7-42A8-B438-5BAB976CD1F3_zpsxchn0yyk.jpg)
- retrovan
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Re: New Members - Introduce yourself..
Welcome here on the forum, and that is a very nice bus you have there.
how about opening a Project thread, and give us the full story on the bus, how you got her and what you thinking of doing to her.
We are addicts, so never get enough info and photo's.
Herman
how about opening a Project thread, and give us the full story on the bus, how you got her and what you thinking of doing to her.
We are addicts, so never get enough info and photo's.
Herman
1952 Split Beetle 1835cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc
1968 Fastback 2Lt.type4
1972 Low Light Bay Panel Van 2Lt type 4
1975 Fleetline Panel Van 1914cc
2020 MeFusco Beetle Truck 2Lt type 4
1972 FT Hahn SP 1776 cc