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Post by mev8bug on Nov 22, 2010 15:25:48 GMT -5
i have started collecting parts for my conversion *the bug is a 11/72 with 67 front sheet metal and 67 rear fenders things i need to get >> *the engine will be a 5.3 LSX carb conversion and powerglide or t350 the frame s-10 i will four link it / 4bar *nine inch rear end narrowed it starting to get cold here so i will start collecting the parts during the winter my garage is a little tight at the moment Attachments:
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Post by V8 Super Beetle on Nov 22, 2010 15:56:42 GMT -5
Welcome! Sounds great. It'll be a long process. Just take your time and stick with it. Feel free to ask questions.
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 22, 2010 16:47:10 GMT -5
Welcome! Sounds great. It'll be a long process. Just take your time and stick with it. Feel free to ask questions. ive done a few conversions here is my LSX power c-10 i converted it about 1 1/2 ago www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjcgXHjyChgmy biggest qustion is regarding the width i dont want the front wheels to be sticking out the front fenders |
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Post by V8 Super Beetle on Nov 22, 2010 17:30:26 GMT -5
Looks nice! You shouldn't have a problem fitting the front wheels under the fenders. There's a few of us here that have done it successfully with a S10 chassis. Mine is the stock width S10 chassis with stock fenders but I'm also running 165 up front. Pretty much the original VW size of tire.
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 22, 2010 20:01:31 GMT -5
thanks i have a question when you cut the trunk area out does this make the front clip flimsy  the guy that i bought my bug from detact the area where he took off the 73 clip and installed the 67 front clip he only tack it back it seam flimsy this is the area you all seam to cut away for the engine the red line is where its still detact the blue line is the seam where i want to cut for the new firewall Attachments:
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 23, 2010 12:22:46 GMT -5
i contacted Kinetic Automotive and im gonna order there stage 1 frame kit after the holidays at around $1095 delivered for there kit with the plans is very reasonable www.kineticautomotive.com/pro-street-chassis.phpbody bolt directly to the frame for an extra $1700 they will weld it up but i have a great mig and i can weld so i will save that money for the susepension and rack Attachments:
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Post by V8 Super Beetle on Nov 23, 2010 12:59:36 GMT -5
Awesome! I wish I could've afforded to go that route. That's a very popular chassis to use. I believe that photo is of the frame sent to a member here. I'm not sure if they ever finished it. There's a handful of member that have that chassis. I for one love it.
Keep us posted.
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Post by murphytj on Nov 23, 2010 13:53:48 GMT -5
Awesome! I wish I could've afforded to go that route. That's a very popular chassis to use. I believe that photo is of the frame sent to a member here. I'm not sure if they ever finished it. There's a handful of member that have that chassis. I for one love it. Keep us posted. Matt. That is the chassis I have. Tom |
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 23, 2010 16:20:28 GMT -5
Awesome! I wish I could've afforded to go that route. That's a very popular chassis to use. I believe that photo is of the frame sent to a member here. I'm not sure if they ever finished it. There's a handful of member that have that chassis. I for one love it. Keep us posted. Matt. That is the chassis I have. Tom how many of the mounting point are used with this frame ? and how wide is your rack ? thanks |
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Post by murphytj on Nov 23, 2010 18:45:11 GMT -5
Matt. That is the chassis I have. Tom how many of the mounting point are used with this frame ? and how wide is your rack ? thanks You have , I believe it is, 10 mounting tabs. Also, front end is set up for Mustang II |
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 25, 2010 11:42:23 GMT -5
happy thanks giving to all !!
how many guys have build a frame either from pro streetbug plans or full custom i'm buying the stage 1 kit everything is precut and you get the instruction to compete it , has anyone had problems with theres coming together( welding /squarness/ etc etc ) i could get them to weld it all up but with the extra 1700 bucks and shipping charge, i could save for other parts for the bug
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Post by murphytj on Nov 26, 2010 9:16:39 GMT -5
I for one would definitely have them build it. They have the proper jigs, etc.
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Post by 70fastback on Nov 26, 2010 17:34:16 GMT -5
Looks awesome...the time that you will save will be huge!! I would second them building it..keep us updated.
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Post by mev8bug on Nov 27, 2010 8:20:35 GMT -5
im not to worried about welding the frame just gotta because not to get carried away even if its in a jig i have a welder buddy over 25 years in the game he has some really neat tools / clamps /braces etc etc to help with warpage and movement im heding to Australia here in under 2 weeks im gonna order it just before i return so it should be here as i get home just in time for the start of spring
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Post by murphytj on Nov 27, 2010 11:25:05 GMT -5
im not to worried about welding the frame just gotta because not to get carried away even if its in a jig i have a welder buddy over 25 years in the game he has some really neat tools / clamps /braces etc etc to help with warpage and movement im heding to Australia here in under 2 weeks im gonna order it just before i return so it should be here as i get home just in time for the start of spring So. Are they including the Mustang II crossmember? Who makes it for them? has a lot to do with the steering rack you use. You will have to cut some of the tie rods off. I would STILL reconsider having them weld it all up. Will save you alot of headaches down the road. |
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