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Forum: For Sale February 27th 2017, 12:37
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Views: 8,974
Posted By oasis
1974 Thing Acapulco

While searching for my next German Look project, I stumbled across this Type 181 in 2013 and bought it. I got a ton of documentation from the previous owner. The documentation showed he owned two...
Forum: Engines April 14th 2014, 14:34
Replies: 11
Views: 6,148
Posted By oasis
I used Royal Purple Max Cycle in my '71 Super...

I used Royal Purple Max Cycle in my '71 Super until the day it died.

I will be using Porsche Classic 20w50 when it becomes available in my '74 Thing.

Porsche's release...
Forum: German Look Tuning April 4th 2013, 16:06
Replies: 22
Views: 14,977
Posted By oasis
If actual copyrights and/or patents are being...

If actual copyrights and/or patents are being violated, I'm 100% against it. So far, I am reading conjecture and suppositions fortified with opinions.

As for Remmelle, it is 100% his choice if he...
Forum: German Look Tuning March 15th 2013, 22:03
Replies: 14
Views: 6,453
Posted By oasis
Dave does great work. When he implements a...

Dave does great work. When he implements a unique idea -- his or someone else's -- it looks like it was always meant to be. :cool:
Forum: For Sale March 15th 2013, 21:53
Replies: 2
Views: 4,610
Posted By oasis
You have to click the > arrow where it says,...

You have to click the > arrow where it says, "Show Albums and Stories." Then, click "1973 VW GT Beetle" folder.

I like the GT. A lot! Good luck with the sale. :)
Forum: German Look Tuning February 6th 2013, 16:22
Replies: 273
Views: 217,093
Posted By oasis
Sorry, that seems totally alien to German Look to...

Sorry, that seems totally alien to German Look to me. While I have never driven one that has been slammed like those, the ones in which I have ridden seemed like they performed worse than stock --...
Forum: Off Topic December 7th 2012, 13:56
Replies: 5
Views: 66,501
Posted By oasis
I had little trouble with State Farm when my '71...

I had little trouble with State Farm when my '71 went up in flames because I had it insured with them at an agreed upon value. If your car was insured at an agreed upon value with your insurance...
Forum: Project Builds October 29th 2012, 13:13
Replies: 620
Views: 321,067
Posted By oasis
It is my understanding they are an exact fit on...

It is my understanding they are an exact fit on Type 181-coded engines specifically. In order to use it on another upright Type 1 engine code, one must do some drilling to the engine block to make...
Forum: Project Builds October 29th 2012, 13:01
Replies: 398
Views: 271,730
Posted By oasis
I thought that was just something for us Yanks....

I thought that was just something for us Yanks. ;)

I went through similar nonsense when registering my VW Pickup (Golf-based Caddy in other markets) several years back. The kicker was the...
Forum: Project Builds October 11th 2012, 13:46
Replies: 398
Views: 271,730
Posted By oasis
I don't understand this. Mexico never...

I don't understand this. Mexico never manufactured or assembled a 1303 (or a 1302). :idunno:
Forum: Wanted October 4th 2012, 13:01
Replies: 3
Views: 9,250
Posted By oasis
Mid America...

Mid America (http://www.mamotorworkstv.com/vw/product/half-mask-front-all-black_301044/) has what you want. I'm not sure why the one they have in stock is 1971-73 and the one that is out of stock is...
Forum: Project Builds August 22nd 2012, 22:57
Replies: 620
Views: 321,067
Posted By oasis
Absolutely one of my all time favorite cars :cup1:

Absolutely one of my all time favorite cars :cup1:
Forum: Brakes May 11th 2012, 12:53
Replies: 7
Views: 4,516
Posted By oasis
Drilled brakes and 3,000 miles per year -- I...

Drilled brakes and 3,000 miles per year -- I don't foresee any overheating problems. :lmao:

Looking great! :cool:
Forum: Suspension March 2nd 2012, 12:38
Replies: 14
Views: 7,033
Posted By oasis
Yup. My '71 had TopLine MaXX struts lowered to...

Yup. My '71 had TopLine MaXX struts lowered to the first notch and never needed them.
Forum: German Look Tuning February 7th 2012, 11:50
Replies: 9
Views: 6,227
Posted By oasis
I think your plan puts you well on your way to...

I think your plan puts you well on your way to your desired results. Post your progress. Reading everyone's projects keeps me interested in getting back into the game even though my eyes have been...
Forum: Suspension February 7th 2012, 11:45
Replies: 8
Views: 5,679
Posted By oasis
:lmao: :postpics: I'd like to hear...

:lmao:

:postpics:

I'd like to hear impressions from the driver's seat as well. I am keenly fascinated by Mendeola products.
Forum: German Look Tuning February 6th 2012, 15:42
Replies: 9
Views: 6,227
Posted By oasis
Well, obviously, you mentioned money, and that...

Well, obviously, you mentioned money, and that certainly will be an issue with some. I see two other concerns -- (1) What sports car is you basis? (2) Where do you draw the line about a bug being a...
Forum: German Look Tuning January 18th 2012, 16:05
Replies: 14
Views: 6,680
Posted By oasis
Being in the UK, you have more options than we do...

Being in the UK, you have more options than we do in the US. I had TopLine on my 1302 and I'm 95% sure I would do it again should I get another Super. The only other option I considered at the time...
Forum: Off Topic January 14th 2012, 22:14
Replies: 2
Views: 64,503
Posted By oasis
Pinzgauer

Sort of a note to Dave (No_H2O) but open to anyone with one of these special vehicles ... what do you do / where do you go for general maintenance and major repairs?
Forum: German Look Tuning January 14th 2012, 22:11
Replies: 14
Views: 6,680
Posted By oasis
I almost bought a "Big 1303" from the UK that was...

I almost bought a "Big 1303" from the UK that was Moss Green Metallic -- a color never offered here in the states, and one of my favorites. That was two-plus years ago if I recall correctly. I even...
Forum: Transmissions December 15th 2011, 12:33
Replies: 2
Views: 3,296
Posted By oasis
I have never seen it before. Although it's nice...

I have never seen it before. Although it's nice to see another alternative, why not go with a CSP model? Laz has one for sale on this site that was either from my '71 originally or is exactly like...
Forum: Interior November 28th 2011, 15:00
Replies: 7
Views: 11,602
Posted By oasis
911 gauges in a VW

I have seen 914 and 911 gauges used in a variety of Type 1 vehicles. Do 914 gauges need special senders or anything else to make them work? Same question, but for 911 gauges as well.
Forum: Engines November 28th 2011, 14:56
Replies: 4
Views: 2,895
Posted By oasis
Jake Raby is ankle-deep (from a head-first...

Jake Raby is ankle-deep (from a head-first perspective ;) ) into r&d of Suby conversions. My guess is when he develops something he feels happy about attachng his name, he will have some options...
Forum: Wheels November 11th 2011, 16:05
Replies: 2
Views: 8,830
Posted By oasis
pros/cons 13" wheels

I was looking at options in the 4x130 bolt pattern and I saw 13" wheels that were 7" wide for SCCA racing. So my wondering made me do some further wondering -- what advantages do 13" wheels provide?...
Forum: Engines October 11th 2011, 14:54
Replies: 18
Views: 5,684
Posted By oasis
This whole thing has dampened my enthusiasm for...

This whole thing has dampened my enthusiasm for getting a Type 4 for my next project. In fact, it has me second-guessing my next project.

I subscribed to Jake's updates for his Suby path as I try...
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