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Forum: Project Builds July 12th 2018, 23:20
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Posted By rioprelude
The G50 was really nice, but $$ after the...

The G50 was really nice, but $$ after the rebuild, and Porsche parts are crazy $$ now. I will probably try a Subaru trans next, in the Ghia after the engine/suspension upgrades.

I still have the...
Forum: Project Builds July 10th 2018, 23:14
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Ok, this build is officially dead. I purchased a...

Ok, this build is officially dead. I purchased a 68 Karmann Ghia convertible, that I'll start another build thread for. I still have the Mendeola Chassis and the Type 4 engine (sold the G50) ,that I...
Forum: Project Builds December 24th 2017, 13:45
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
bumping the build thread, since I replied to all...

bumping the build thread, since I replied to all of the others afterwards!
Forum: Project Builds December 14th 2017, 01:24
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Also, working on the G50 rear mount, but haven't...

Also, working on the G50 rear mount, but haven't had time to complete it. I was looking at Sandeep/Wally's mounts for inspiration, but was trying to start with the thicker Bug@5speed 901 mount:
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Forum: Project Builds December 14th 2017, 01:14
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
I haven't had much time to work on the Beetle,...

I haven't had much time to work on the Beetle, but I did find an oval/ragtop section near by over the summer:
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Forum: Project Builds April 20th 2016, 21:27
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Didn't have much luck finding a machine shop...

Didn't have much luck finding a machine shop locally, so I shipped the G50 to California Motorsports to have it inspected/shortened. They found a worn 3rd gear synchro, and worn 3rd/4th gear fork,...
Forum: Project Builds December 30th 2015, 13:01
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Definitely. It's really neat the way all of the...

Definitely. It's really neat the way all of the internals attach to the single metal plate, and can be installed/removed as a unit.

I still need to test fit the bell housing to the engine, and...
Forum: Project Builds December 26th 2015, 13:20
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Appreciate all of the replies. I've been moving...

Appreciate all of the replies. I've been moving over the last few months, and just got my new garage setup. Started tearing down the G50 to have the bellhousing shortened by CMS.
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Forum: Project Builds July 1st 2015, 20:46
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Minor update: Ordered a custom type 4 flywheel...

Minor update: Ordered a custom type 4 flywheel from KEP that accepts a G50 pressure plate and ring gear. Added a KEP 930 clutch and pressure plate to fit the shortened bell housing.
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Forum: Project Builds April 12th 2015, 01:17
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Ricola had the Bentley manual, but it only covers...

Ricola had the Bentley manual, but it only covers the 915 transmission. He is looking for the factory manual that covers the G50. I can probaby find it on pelican parts, but good to know you didn't...
Forum: Project Builds April 10th 2015, 14:56
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Minor update. In the process of selling my 002...

Minor update. In the process of selling my 002 Bus transmission setup, and purchased a low mileage Porsche G50/01 and a 915 front mount:
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Forum: Project Builds September 26th 2014, 10:57
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Thanks Birdman. Agree with you Wally, but...

Thanks Birdman.

Agree with you Wally, but also like the wider fenders, so I thought about similar wheels with more positive offset (?) to reduce the gap between the fender/wheel. If they don't...
Forum: Project Builds September 6th 2014, 00:50
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Previously purchased Creative Car Craft 2.5"...

Previously purchased Creative Car Craft 2.5" wider front fenders, 3" wider Super Beetle rear fenders (for the tail lights), matching running boards, and a front hood. Initial install, with two bolts...
Forum: Project Builds September 6th 2014, 00:28
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Purchased a 2.7L (78x105) Type 4 engine from...

Purchased a 2.7L (78x105) Type 4 engine from GetBackOnTrack (http://gbot.dk), with Duetz cylinders, Webcam 86c, AMC heads 46x38, and a horizontal 911 cooling system:
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Forum: Project Builds September 6th 2014, 00:21
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Most recently, I decided to install the new...

Most recently, I decided to install the new front/rear suspension from Mendeola, and the matching Wilwood brake kits:
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Forum: Project Builds September 6th 2014, 00:14
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
Front Seats: ...

Front Seats:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OM9DoGTlZRA/VAqEAKvq8wI/AAAAAAAALw8/3vOyUXqvsV0/w1239-h929-no/20140103_144016.jpg

Headliner install (Dakota Digital gauges visible):...
Forum: Project Builds September 6th 2014, 00:07
Replies: 28
Views: 23,148
Posted By rioprelude
My 66 chop top build

Hi everyone. I've had a 66 beetle with a chopped top for the last 10 years, and recently started working on it again. Here is a summary of the build:

Purchased a rolling shell on ebay:
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