My 62 11 window resto - she is finished!(new pics 24 June)

kombi1976 · Post by **kombi1976** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:03 pm

Very nice!
So will you be sticking with the original swing-axle reduction-hub tranny, fitting a straight axel kit or going IRS.
And what sort of engine will it pack.......capacity, carbs, exhaust, etc?

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:54 pm

thanks.
Going to stick with og box and hubs have just been rebuilt. Eventually I'll shelve these and go IRS. Engine has been stripped, thrust cut bering re-machined and going back together in the next week or two.

Going to be an 1835 twin with mild cam, a flash carby and a nice pipe - but that's about it

Planning on building an original motor for her with an old block I've got, but that will be once the rest is done.

This is how I am hoping she will end up looking

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:58 pm

oh yer, after some referrals, I found these pieces the the other day on Samba - so they are on their way from the US

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Tue May 13, 2008 10:34 pm

Been a little while so thought I'd update you all on the progress. Nearly all of the welding has now been sorted, and Geoff is busy grinding it all nice and neat. He is hoping to have the panel work knocked into shape and ready for paint in two weeks - can hardly wait (neither can the wallet).

As you wil see further down, have also coasted the car with rust conqueror. Apparently this stuff doesn't convert the rust, it simply seals it (perfect for those places you just can;t get into), and thus eliminates it getting any worse - if their happens to be any in those spots. Thought it was best to get into those places you just can't see. Apparently tests have proven this stuff performs better than gal. Once the car is complete, we will also have it gone over by the local rust prevention bloke.

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 7:40 pm

Long time no see.

Anyway, Resto has been chugging along smoothly. I think we are at around 240 hours thus far - and hope to be applying colour with the next 2 weeks

Here are some of the latest pics.

byronbus · Post by **byronbus** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 8:41 pm

Looking great, what colours?

kombi1976 · Post by **kombi1976** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:07 pm

Gorgeous bus, mate.
And don't worry.......I'm also 35 and I reckon I probably have less hair on top than you.

brad@busnbug · Post by **brad@busnbug** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:10 pm

Looking real good Jason. Mazing how little there needed to be done.

Penguin · Post by **Penguin** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 10:34 pm

Great work on your bus Jason. But your hair loss should not be discussed in members rides - it belongs under lost and found, or wanted to buy.

Shaven · Post by **Shaven** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 12:36 pm

kombi1976 wrote:Gorgeous bus, mate.
And don't worry.......I'm also 35 and I reckon I probably have less hair on top than you.

jason... gr8 work mate. keep the pics coming!!!

as for the hair boys... ur not even in the race as far as lack of goes

chillax · Post by **chillax** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 5:51 pm

Looking good mate

Keep the pics coming

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:30 pm

Still at it - have to finish all panel work and be ready for paint by next weekend - panel beater is moving to Perth to live!!!!

New dude · Post by **New dude** » Thu Aug 14, 2008 9:12 pm

So, it's been a while but thing are back moving along again. The original panel beater has gone, but a panel shop has agreed to help and have a few of its workers work weekends when available to push the car through. Had 40 hours last weekend and she looks great. Need the roof finishing, then interior and underside prepped for paint. Sides, front and rear are right to go. Will post some pics of her soon.

While I am at it, I thought I'd post some pics of the upholstery that Brad from Bus N Bug has put together for me. As you will notice, I am getting the entire drink tray unit, plus seat, door cards, along with hood lining and side lining also _ the entire complete interior.

Now I must point out that I am not getting a reduction in price, a spotters fee or indeed any incentive for saying this, but as far as professional, helpful and downright honest people to deal with, Brad from Bus N Bug has been 10 /10. Seriously, he has gone well beyond the call of duty, and spent a great deal of time ensuring that I get, what I consider, to be a concourse job in respect to the interior - it's just fantastic and I know it will make the difference between a great job and an outstanding job. Thanks Brad, and seriously, if I can get you to Cairns to fit it for me, that'd be great!

Shaven · Post by **Shaven** » Thu Aug 14, 2008 10:09 pm

hey jason...
mate gr8 pics... yes we know ur on the payroll...

we also know how good brads work is!!! AND that is a plug

love ur interior... love the colours. looking forward to seeing the coming weeks.
matty

Hoves · Post by **Hoves** » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:57 am

Alright, whilst we are all at it. Yep, Brad not only produces 10/10 interiors, but is also fantastic to deal with.

PS Brad - this time make the cheque out to Hoves Incorporated !