That looks like the one I tried in the Manxvair but didn't clear the speedo.
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Bud's Manx Restoration
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Mike Dario
Mohave Valley, AZ
Manx Club #957
Manx Club President
Tow'd (Hers)
Manxvair (His)
Manxter Dual Sport #30 Baja Edition #2 (Ours)
Resorter #19-Fuscia(under construction)
Mohave Valley, AZ
Manx Club #957
Manx Club President
Tow'd (Hers)
Manxvair (His)
Manxter Dual Sport #30 Baja Edition #2 (Ours)
Resorter #19-Fuscia(under construction)
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
I had the same one on Loretta, and it was about a hair away from the speedo, which had a poorly made rubber seal holding it in place. It also stuck out a 1/4".
Good visuals Vince and Joe!
Good visuals Vince and Joe!
(Loretta) Manx # M2940D910E on customized 1970 chassis that has been "Wheelerized" by Joescoolcustoms
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Update 2/26
Installed the speedo.
Had to move the fuel gauge vibrator to clear the wiper assy.
Not the best pictures but you can see that the clearance will work. If the speedo did not have the fuel gauge in it there would not have been a problem. (I did run the wiper motor to make sure all was good)
Vince
Installed the speedo.
Had to move the fuel gauge vibrator to clear the wiper assy.
Not the best pictures but you can see that the clearance will work. If the speedo did not have the fuel gauge in it there would not have been a problem. (I did run the wiper motor to make sure all was good)
Vince
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With all these improvements and the awesome restoration job, Bud has no excuse not to drive his buggy... or are we now going to start to hear that he does not want to drive it for fear of damaging it?!surfnc wrote:Not the best pictures but you can see that the clearance will work. If the speedo did not have the fuel gauge in it there would not have been a problem. (I did run the wiper motor to make sure all was good)
Vince[/size]
Great work Vince!
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That's probably the reason mine cleared. I didn't have the integrated fuel gage in mine. It was only the speedo. It's also the reason I'm going with the new gauges. The speedo worked but the odometer didn't. Can't have that. At least that's the reason that I told my wife that I needed all new Speedhut gauges. Shhh....
(Loretta) Manx # M2940D910E on customized 1970 chassis that has been "Wheelerized" by Joescoolcustoms
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Vincent
Thanks for the kind words! With the restoration, new wiring and a new engine he really does not have an excuse.
Brian,
With a new dash and not cutting it down there is plenty of room for the speedo fuel gauge setup. The Manx 2 dash also has plenty of room and easy access from underneath. You could always buy a rebuilt VW one or rebuild one yourself, not too hard. You can get the broken gear from a guy on the Samba or take one from a donor speedo.
Update 2/27
Basically finished the wiring. (3-4 days work) Bud wanted to have connectors to be able to remove hood without undoing all the wires. I have put in 7 weatherpack connectors. Seems to have worked well. Bud has the deluxe Bug harness from Rebel and I like their harnesses. (great customer service as well!) They do not come with a ground setup (they sell one though) but that is no big deal to make with a bus bar from a marine supplier.
Vince
Thanks for the kind words! With the restoration, new wiring and a new engine he really does not have an excuse.
Brian,
With a new dash and not cutting it down there is plenty of room for the speedo fuel gauge setup. The Manx 2 dash also has plenty of room and easy access from underneath. You could always buy a rebuilt VW one or rebuild one yourself, not too hard. You can get the broken gear from a guy on the Samba or take one from a donor speedo.
Update 2/27
Basically finished the wiring. (3-4 days work) Bud wanted to have connectors to be able to remove hood without undoing all the wires. I have put in 7 weatherpack connectors. Seems to have worked well. Bud has the deluxe Bug harness from Rebel and I like their harnesses. (great customer service as well!) They do not come with a ground setup (they sell one though) but that is no big deal to make with a bus bar from a marine supplier.
Vince
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Looks great Vince! I like clean wiring. Any difference between the ground setup from a marine shop and the one Rebel sells? Also, any alterations (besides the weatherpack connectors) needed? About to order mine here soon, and hope it comes out as clean as that. I realize that I could use the stock gauges, and fix the odometer, but I have already got my heart set on the Speedhut ones....
(Loretta) Manx # M2940D910E on customized 1970 chassis that has been "Wheelerized" by Joescoolcustoms
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
(Scarlett) Manx Resorter #12 (R0012B931S) on 1969 chassis.
(Gunther) Manx 2 # A0202A035E
Tow'dster # TF530G913S
Original Home built buggy that I learned to drive in back in 1995 (the one that started my passion).
Club Member # 4436
Loretta: http://www.manxclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... t=3365Manx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Thanks Brian! I am not sure what they sell but I am sure it is similar. I get the bus bar from my supplier (fiberglass, paint etc) and it is delivered to my door so it is easier for me. As to alterations, you need to jump the wire for the turn signal indicator to the turn signal switch wire if you do not use the original VW hazard switch. Also Bud wanted a toggle switch (SPST) to control his hazard lights (4 way) and I had to install a diode setup. I recommend the Rebel wire harness highly!
Looking forward to seeing your dash setup.
Update 3/2
Worked hard over the weekend to get the Manx done.
Wiring done and tested, hood on with welting, windshield installed and top fitted on.
Still need to paint a few small things but am happy with the results.
I did have a question about the modified dash brace and what it looked like installed.
Vince
Looking forward to seeing your dash setup.
Update 3/2
Worked hard over the weekend to get the Manx done.
Wiring done and tested, hood on with welting, windshield installed and top fitted on.
Still need to paint a few small things but am happy with the results.
I did have a question about the modified dash brace and what it looked like installed.
Vince
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Finally was able to make the trip to the OBX to pick up our buggy this weekend. It's heading home for it's final stage (new engine transplant and a few other cosmetic changes). Just a little while longer before it roars to life again.
Vince did a fantastic job on the refurb and finished. He exceeded my expectations!!!!
A few close ups that show the flake in more detail:
Vince did a fantastic job on the refurb and finished. He exceeded my expectations!!!!
A few close ups that show the flake in more detail:
Bud Zeller
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
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Looks amazing!
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Craig and Rebecca
Manx Club #3634
66 Manx/68 Towd - His
67 Tow'd/67 Manx - Hers
67 Dune Buggy - Our Build
69 Empi Imp - Korinne
2016 Goals: Rebecca - Joining the ranks of the Iron Buggy and Long Haul League
***ACCOMPLISHED!***
2015 GOAL: MOTB 2015 HERE WE COME! - With the Tow'd and the Manx!
Manx Club #3634
66 Manx/68 Towd - His
67 Tow'd/67 Manx - Hers
67 Dune Buggy - Our Build
69 Empi Imp - Korinne
2016 Goals: Rebecca - Joining the ranks of the Iron Buggy and Long Haul League
***ACCOMPLISHED!***
2015 GOAL: MOTB 2015 HERE WE COME! - With the Tow'd and the Manx!
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
More progress today out of the Martinez's garage.
I really like the previous version of the sidewinder with the removable glass pack so instead of buying a new one (when mine started showing some rust), I had it re-hot jet coated. The cost was about the same as buying a new one but I'm really pleased with the results (plus it comes with a lifetime warranty):
Before re-hot jet coating:
After:
The gas lines are all run and complete:
Motor test fitted:
Getting closer
I really like the previous version of the sidewinder with the removable glass pack so instead of buying a new one (when mine started showing some rust), I had it re-hot jet coated. The cost was about the same as buying a new one but I'm really pleased with the results (plus it comes with a lifetime warranty):
Before re-hot jet coating:
After:
The gas lines are all run and complete:
Motor test fitted:
Getting closer
Bud Zeller
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
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Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
That just looks so, perfect. Hats off to Vince.
Looking forward to reading your exploits and the adventures you and Sue will get into with it.
Looking forward to reading your exploits and the adventures you and Sue will get into with it.
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Beautiful! You'll look real sharp on your drive to Buffalo, NY.!
Mike Dario
Mohave Valley, AZ
Manx Club #957
Manx Club President
Tow'd (Hers)
Manxvair (His)
Manxter Dual Sport #30 Baja Edition #2 (Ours)
Resorter #19-Fuscia(under construction)
Mohave Valley, AZ
Manx Club #957
Manx Club President
Tow'd (Hers)
Manxvair (His)
Manxter Dual Sport #30 Baja Edition #2 (Ours)
Resorter #19-Fuscia(under construction)
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Here is my long block 1776 motor that was built by Vic Dawson of Keith's Auto Parts (http://www.keithsautoparts.com) in WV. It was special delivered to MOTB 2014 by Joe Wheeler and David Cash (thank you both very much). I had to fight off the crowd who thought this was going to be a raffle gift for the event 
My motor has waited patiently for 4+ months to be mated with our buggy. Yesterday the wait was over and it breathed life for the first time (some of you will appreciate this moment - Sue looked at me like I had a third eye when I excitedly showed her). It purred during the cam break-in. We will be driving this weekend!!!
My motor has waited patiently for 4+ months to be mated with our buggy. Yesterday the wait was over and it breathed life for the first time (some of you will appreciate this moment - Sue looked at me like I had a third eye when I excitedly showed her). It purred during the cam break-in. We will be driving this weekend!!!
Bud Zeller
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
Wilmington, NC
Manx Club Member Since 2004 - #2475
Member of the Manx Club's Long Haul League - 2015
2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
2022 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #3347 - Bad News Racing & ACME Companies
2023 NORRA Mexican 1000 - #1356 - Bad News Racing
'68 Meyers Manx - M1996F826S
'66 VW Kombi Bus
'73 VW Thing
Re: Bud's Manx Restoration
Nice job
Were can I buy that carb linkage?
Were can I buy that carb linkage?