Double Cabs - Projects & Restoration

Double Cabs - Projects & Restoration


64 3-door daily driver 64 3-door daily driver 64 3-door daily driver 64 3-door daily driver 64 3-door daily driver
jesse dellinger

 2007-09-26
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my son and I the 1st day we met Our DC my son and I the 1st day we met Our DC my son and I the 1st day we met Our DC
brandon
brandon's double cab
This is what it looked like when we first met. we are now stripping it and getting it ready for paint. we are looking for parts, let us know if you have any! especialy old beat up deluxe trim!
 2007-09-22
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My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab
My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab My new 1965 VW double cab
Simon Santiago
Recently acquired in NH. A few issues to correct during STAGE ONE restoration, but I think it's a "diamond in the rough". Hoping to do a full restoration over 2-3 years. Anyone know where I can find SEALING WAX RED paint? Planning to do a red/white two tone.
 2007-01-22
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Kenneth Robsahm
This is me and my fathers newest purchase,a 1962 double cab. A bit of rust but complete with new body parts and other spare parts from the previous owner. Found and bought in the dark woods of norway. Does anybody know how rare the early double cabs are ? Or how many there where built?
 2006-12-23
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Me standing next to my 60 Double Cab after a day of working on it. Me standing next to my 60 Double Cab after a day of working on it.
Tim Bolin
Me standing next to my 60 Double Cab.

 2006-05-22
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59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project
59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project 59 her ride my project
scott wynn
My newest project.The last pics ar my previous projects
 2005-11-24

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my DC my DC my DC my DC my DC
my DC my DC
david fischer
http://www.gasburner.net

 2005-10-03

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59 binz 59 binz 59 binz 59 binz 59 binz
59 binz 59 binz
alvin mello
30 year paint
 2005-02-22

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Another project for the long Alaska winters Another project for the long Alaska winters Another project for the long Alaska winters Another project for the long Alaska winters Another project for the long Alaska winters
Tim Smith ' Smitty'
Alaska vw Club
I picked up this late 63 Dble Cab in Anchorage, Alaska. Is in better shape then it looks
 2005-01-22

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My '79 crewcab under construction My '79 crewcab under construction
Frederic

 2005-01-02

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more slow progress more slow progress
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com/davem/59dc.htm
Over the weekend, I finally checked camber, put the tie rods and dust caps on, and readied to mount up the 356B brakes. Delayed by a few tid bits but who's counting... lol.
 2003-12-01

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How many fasteners? How many fasteners?
David Mayes
The engine
Just sent to the chrome shop over 400 little pieces for the motor in the double cab and a few transaxle parts. Period correct 2 liter go fast... :-)
 2003-07-15

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Slow progress but it will get there Slow progress but it will get there
David Mayes
narrowed bus rear end
The narrowed rear end project of the double cab took a bit more time than I thought... oh well. Sure, the flames added a few more weeks!
 2003-07-10

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Slow progress but it will get there Slow progress but it will get there
David Mayes
narrowed bus rear end
The narrowed rear end project of the double cab took a bit more time than I thought... oh well. Sure, the flames added a few more weeks!
 2003-07-10

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too much fun too much fun too much fun
David Mayes
double cab interior
I had fun putting some flames on my steering shaft tube to match the rear spring plates of the double cab... Richard made me do it!
 2003-07-10

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2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab. 2 litre type 4 into type2 crew cab.
Dave Lane
Its a tight fit.
 2003-06-28

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work in inproving work in inproving work in inproving
fischer david
body work
some work on the body, some small welding on the side... and replaced the late model tail light by the original one's
 2003-05-19

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Straightening the Bed
Thom

 2003-05-16

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test test test test test Straightening the Bed
Thom

 2003-05-16

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67 crew cab 67 crew cab
Herbert Fuentes
This is my project. A 1967 crew cab. This picture was taken near Guatemala's airport and this hard work mule is carrying 900 kg of cargo. This year will go to resto. His "reborn". THis is a bad picture, but a digital will arrive soon.
 2003-05-14

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61 Dcrew restoration 61 Dcrew restoration 61 Dcrew restoration 61 Dcrew restoration 61 Dcrew restoration
david fischer
http://www.gasburners.net
Complete new for me, I'm starting the first restoration on a vw split screem.. Day one, Cutting and first welding..
 2003-02-16

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Rich
Project 1962 Double Cab looking good!! almost ready for the media blaster!! donor parts from other buses/trucks will save this truck from the "CHRUSHER" will see the road again soon!!!
 2003-01-28 (53.5k)

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Rich
Project 1962 Double Cab looking good!! almost ready for the media blaster!! donor parts from other buses/trucks will save this truck from the "CHRUSHER" will see the road again soon!!!
 2003-01-28 (55.92k)

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Rich
Project 1962 Double Cab looking good!! almost ready for the media blaster!! donor parts from other buses/trucks will save this truck from the "CHRUSHER" will see the road again soon!!!
 2003-01-28 (56.75k)

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Rich
Project 1962 Double Cab looking good!! almost ready for the media blaster!! donor parts from other buses/trucks will save this truck from the "CHRUSHER" will see the road again soon!!!
 2003-01-28 (56.89k)

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Rich
Project 1962 Double Cab looking good!! almost ready for the media blaster!! donor parts from other buses trucks will save this truck from the "CHRUSHER" will see the road again soon!!!
 2003-01-28 (56.75k)

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Fill-n-drill Fill-n-drill Fill-n-drill
Thom
61 Double Cab Project Page
New taillight holes for the double cab
 2003-01-15 (0k)

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saved split screem bus double crew saved split screem bus double crew
david fischer
http://www.gasburners.net
This bus has been founded by me in a small town of south of Norway in july 2002 during a trip for my company enployer. After more than on year without thinking one minute to save this D crew I 've meet a guy from norway "playing vw's too" in a vw belgium meeting, and he was living not far from the tonw where he was. So this Guy made the deal for me whive a few $$ and a lot of negociations.. and finaly the 5 january , the bus was in his new home, in my garage in france.. (sorry for my bad enghish) D crew is in good conditions, not a lot of work model is a December 61 engine is still original and running.. david from france
 2003-01-08 (120.36k)

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 2003-01-07 (59.89k)

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 2003-01-07 (54.6k)

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ok this looks more correct.
 2003-01-07 (59.89k)

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Damn I hate to see these wheel wells cut. Project Doppel Kabbin coming along, next up: Right Rocker inner/outter...gates,,,floors...Ohhh the madness!!!
 2003-01-07 (54.6k)

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Engine in! Engine in!
Thom
61 double cab project
Today I installed the hoopty-mouse-infested engine. It seems to run well, just looks like crap. New muffler, carb, plugs, wires, distributor, oil cooler, and generator.
 2003-01-05 (136.27k)

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Welding in the seat sections Welding in the seat sections
Thom

 2002-12-27 (125.19k)

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Welding in the seat sections Welding in the seat sections
Thom

 2002-12-27 (132.46k)

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Welding in the seat sections Welding in the seat sections
Thom

 2002-12-27 (131.08k)

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Welding in the seat sections Welding in the seat sections
Thom

 2002-12-27 (124.61k)

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Walk thru progress Walk thru progress
Thom
NorCal's only walk-thru double cab sees the light of day for the first time. I hope to get a bunch of the welding done today.
 2002-12-26 (129.52k)

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Walk thru progress Walk thru progress
Thom
NorCal's only walk-thru double cab sees the light of day for the first time. I hope to get a bunch of the welding done today.
 2002-12-26 (111.24k)

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Ride Height - Moment of truth! Ride Height - Moment of truth!
Thom
Picked up a set of new Firestones @ Bob's tire in Carmichael - $210 for 5, mounted, balanced, out the door. Mounted them on some 'correct' bus mis-matched (various date codes, 3 are crows's foot) bus wheels I blasted and painted earlier in the week. Looks like I might have to raise the rear 1 notch.
 2002-12-26 (131.96k)

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Ride Height - Moment of truth! Ride Height - Moment of truth!
Thom
Picked up a set of new Firestones @ Bob's tire in Carmichael - $210 for 5, mounted, balanced, out the door. Mounted them on some 'correct' bus mis-matched (various date codes, 3 are crows's foot) bus wheels I blasted and painted earlier in the week. Looks like I might have to raise the rear 1 notch.
 2002-12-26 (133.96k)

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Reserve cable Reserve cable
Thom
Tonight I sectioned in a reserve cable mount
 2002-12-24 (134.54k)

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Don't try this at home! Don't try this at home!
Thom
At least not if you're married!
 2002-12-24 (140.54k)

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More walk-thru progress More walk-thru progress
Thom
Getting the driver's side sectioned in
 2002-12-23 (125.19k)

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More walk-thru progress More walk-thru progress
Thom
Getting the driver's side sectioned in
 2002-12-23 (123.17k)

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More walk-thru progress More walk-thru progress
Thom
Getting the driver's side sectioned in
 2002-12-23 (133.52k)

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Holey Cow! Holey Cow!
Thom
Someone sure was happy with a drill...
 2002-12-23 (33.71k)

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Walk-thru conversion Walk-thru conversion
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc
I ended up separatating the driver and passenger sides, which will make handling the sections easier. I cut on the inside of the big raised seam that joines the inner 'wall' of the compartment and the middle and outer sections of the seat pedestal. It is this middle section that is specific to a walk-thru - the outer is the same.
 2002-12-21 (137.58k)

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Walk-thru conversion Walk-thru conversion
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc
I ended up separatating the driver and passenger sides, which will make handling the sections easier. I cut on the inside of the big raised seam that joines the inner 'wall' of the compartment and the middle and outer sections of the seat pedestal. It is this middle section that is specific to a walk-thru - the outer is the same.
 2002-12-21 (116.37k)

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Walk-thru conversion Walk-thru conversion
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc
Cutting out the old smuggler's box
 2002-12-21 (132.91k)

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Walk-thru conversion Walk-thru conversion
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc
Trimming the donor section
 2002-12-21 (139.73k)

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Looking Good ole Project Dopple Cabin!!!! Ready for the magic mudd coat!!!! Should I lower it???
 2002-12-21 (56.14k)

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Left side almost finished, man I would like to keep this one too!!!! Oh well, cannot keep them all!!!...............Right???
 2002-12-21 (58.37k)

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New battery tray New battery tray
Thom
This is why you replace the battery tray *before* you paint...
 2002-12-20 (42.5k)

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New battery tray New battery tray
Thom
Installed a new battery tray tonight. The tray was fabbed by Kelly aka "MetWiz" It has deeper stampings than the other OTC parts, and comes in bare metal, so I don't have to grind cheap primer off of it.
 2002-12-20 (44.86k)

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New battery tray New battery tray
Thom
Installed a new battery tray tonight. The tray was fabbed by Kelly aka "MetWiz" It has deeper stampings than the other OTC parts, and comes in bare metal, so I don't have to grind cheap primer off of it.
 2002-12-20 (41.86k)

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Fixing the bus, one hack at a time... Fixing the bus, one hack at a time...
Thom
61 Double Cab Project Page
Tonight I sectioned in a piece of Alan Schofield metal left over from the barndoor project. Some maroon had cut this out, ostensibly to fit a non-stock air cleaner.
 2002-12-19 (178.58k)

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Trans is in! Trans is in!
Thom

 2002-12-11 (48.7k)

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Trans is in! Trans is in!
Thom

 2002-12-11 (44.75k)

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Trans is in! Trans is in!
Thom

 2002-12-11 (40.51k)

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More work More work
Thom
This piece here will be a challenge...
 2002-12-08 (41.82k)

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More work More work
Thom
If you have to cut out a chunk of the bed supports, it's probably a good sign that that kewel new air cleaner you picked up on sale at Pep Boys isn't really right for your bus.
 2002-12-08 (42.72k)

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More work More work
Thom
Some rocket scientist painted the bus before replacing the battery tray...
 2002-12-08 (43.87k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
More crap from where the rear-end was sectioned on. Here's where they sectioned across the wheel well
 2002-12-08 (44.37k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
More crap from where the rear-end was sectioned on. Here's where they sectioned across the wheel well
 2002-12-08 (40.81k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
Another 'before' view of the transaxle area
 2002-12-08 (46.34k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
More crap from where the rear-end was sectioned on. The top portion is the new piece; the origin is underneath. They overlap by about 1 1/2"
 2002-12-08 (39.65k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
More crap from where the rear-end was sectioned on. This weld is sorta almost complete, but crappy. They also didn't run the taillight wires thru the frame and up the channel like they're supposed to go, but instead brought them over the shelf and across the edge of the battery tray.
 2002-12-08 (47.97k)

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More hacks More hacks
Thom
More crap from where the rear-end was sectioned on. Here you can see the incomplete frame weld.
 2002-12-08 (46.15k)

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Ready to begin work! Ready to begin work!
Thom
Double Cab Resto Page
The truck is back from the body shop to fix the damage incurred during towing. I've collected the pieces to re-install reduction boxes and lift the truck to stock height, and have replacement metal on order to fix the floors and other issues. Stay tuned!
 2002-11-25 (53.15k)

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Ready to begin work! Ready to begin work!
Thom
Double Cab Resto Page
The truck is back from the body shop to fix the damage incurred during towing. I've collected the pieces to re-install reduction boxes and lift the truck to stock height, and have replacement metal on order to fix the floors and other issues. Stay tuned!
 2002-11-25 (47.5k)

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Ready to begin work! Ready to begin work!
Thom
Double Cab Resto Page
The truck is back from the body shop to fix the damage incurred during towing. I've collected the pieces to re-install reduction boxes and lift the truck to stock height, and have replacement metal on order to fix the floors and other issues. Stay tuned!
 2002-11-25 (49.44k)

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Ready to begin work! Ready to begin work!
Thom
Double Cab Resto Page
The truck is back from the body shop to fix the damage incurred during towing. I've collected the pieces to re-install reduction boxes and lift the truck to stock height, and have replacement metal on order to fix the floors and other issues. Stay tuned!
 2002-11-25 (48k)

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Ready to begin work! Ready to begin work!
Thom
Double Cab Resto Page
The truck is back from the body shop to fix the damage incurred during towing. I've collected the pieces to re-install reduction boxes and lift the truck to stock height, and have replacement metal on order to fix the floors and other issues. Stay tuned!
 2002-11-25 (53.45k)

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68crew cab 68crew cab
kit
FOR SALE 68crew cab with 71 disc brake set up runs good with 1600 dualport rusty rocker $2200
 2002-11-20 (45.32k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc
At least it has the correct popouts and latches, although the knobs on the latches are toast
 2002-11-09 (39.96k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.87k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.76k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.37k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (44.86k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (38.58k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (43.41k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (37.14k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (35.13k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (41.45k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (43.07k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (44.38k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.32k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (46.46k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (48.27k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (40.29k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (36.42k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (43.65k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (38.2k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.71k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (45.83k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (41.93k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (45.02k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (42.72k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (40.65k)

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1961 Double Cab Project 1961 Double Cab Project
Thom
http://vintagebus.com/61dc

 2002-11-09 (41.37k)

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Thank you ! Thank you !

Thank you for saving me!!! I will work hard again for the next 40 or so years!!!!
 2002-10-21 (61.11k)

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well uh..maybe NOT!!!! well uh..maybe NOT!!!!

Decided not to put the 20" inchers on it after all, I found a original flat lip wheel well lyin around so I will use it, better take off the old original 356 Porsche Lemmertz wheels off or ill never get them off onece the wheel well is in place.
 2002-10-19 (58.06k)

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Now thats just right!!!! Now thats just right!!!!

Now those new 20 inch wheel and tires will finally fit!!!!!
 2002-10-16 (62.27k)

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Some other VW's i have seen Some other VW's i have seen
scott willman
here is another shot of the double cab i have been looking for awhile.
 2002-10-08 (51.49k)

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Going home Going home
Tifa Driessen

 2002-09-09 (77.94k)

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Crew Cab Crew Cab
Tifa Driessen
Going to collect a 1966 crew-cab this weekend! It gives me something to do this winter.
 2002-09-03 (17.81k)

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FrankenBus FrankenBus
David Mayes
FrankenBus
eeeeyooowwww.... ok, maybe i'll fix it but i kinda like the idea of leaving some original *PO Patchem Up*...
 2002-08-19 (28.77k)

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Duck backs Duck backs
David Mayes
... the on going saga
Note the larger of the screw sleeves is actually for a rubber door alignment wedge. Third from the left is NOS which has no markings. #2 and 4 are repops by WCM (I believe).
 2002-07-09 (100.64k)

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The tale of 4 ducks The tale of 4 ducks
David Mayes
... the on going saga
From left to right, one eyed ducks. ...which is which???
 2002-07-09 (80.14k)

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Speedo assembly Speedo assembly
David Mayes
Speedo assembly
NOS speedo, og wires, bulb sockets, and bulbs.... Sitting on an NOS sun visor (take note of the color)
 2002-07-03 (82.39k)

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Distance of detail Distance of detail
David Mayes
Distance of detail
Odd ball work on the double cab... pondering metal finishes.
 2002-07-03 (85.04k)

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The 59 double cab The 59 double cab
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com/davem/59dc.htm
Here is the final fit of the Porsche B brakes on the 59 double cab. It all goes together so now I take it apart, and do final assembly. These things take time!
 2002-04-18 (106.18k)

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Tom Mink
Ouch!!
 2002-04-16 (60.8k)

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The complete story The complete story
David Mayes
Putting wide rims on the 59 double cab
15" x 6" wheels with a positive offset do not fit well under the wheel well so I have to narrow the rear axle, axle tube, and spring plates by 3/4".
 2002-03-30 (63.72k)

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Horn and correct wire installed Horn and correct wire installed
David Mayes
59 double cab
Did you install your original sheathed horn wire???
 2002-03-25 (82.88k)

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Front shift rod and coupler install Front shift rod and coupler install
David Mayes
59 double cab
progress progress progress. I got the front shift rod, coupler, and boot (all original) installed today.
 2002-03-25 (61.69k)

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Fuel tap installed Fuel tap installed
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\fueltap.htm
Ok, follow the link to see some normal pictures of the installed fuel tap on my 59 double cab.
 2002-03-04 (69.9k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
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Big Wheel... ok, these 14" won't work and the offset is WAY wrong but give me time and I could find some 15" and modify them to fit...
 2002-02-08 (83.62k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Slots
 2002-02-08 (76.62k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Five spoke ET
 2002-02-08 (80.51k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Empi Sprint stars
 2002-02-08 (88.3k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Sears Raders... I could have shown some Empi raders as well... unfortunately, they just won't fit on the porsche B brakes... Sorry John.
 2002-02-07 (85.63k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Original BRMs
 2002-02-07 (88.78k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Empi GT polished
 2002-02-07 (84.13k)

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Decisions decisions... Decisions decisions...
David Mayes
Vote!
Empi GT gold
 2002-02-07 (81.49k)

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64 double cab 64 double cab
Bill Barclay

 2002-02-07 (10.32k)

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64 Double Cab 64 Double Cab
Bill Barclay

 2002-02-07 (10.88k)

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My New 64 Double Cab My New 64 Double Cab
Bill Barclay
Just bought this off E-Bay and will soon start a custom resto. Anyone know who supplies the best repair panels, advice on fit and finish would be great!
 2002-02-07 (64.34k)

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Contemplation Contemplation
David Mayes
Hmmmmmm
American Baja Star wheels on a bus... hmmmm.... polish up the lips and those porsche B brakes and then make some baby moon caps for those big holes. :-)
 2002-02-06 (76.06k)

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Multiple possibilities Multiple possibilities
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com/davem/bolts.htm
you name it.
 2002-01-29 (76.92k)

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AR restoration. AR restoration.
David Mayes
It's blue again!
The double cab is coming back from the paint shop where it got a few touch ups before final assembly. Over the course of 1 1/2 years of fitting everything, I made two small scratchs. My friend the painter absolutely wanted to fix them along with a few other problems he noticed after it was first painted. It's one more hurdle to get the rear end narrowed 1 inch and then it's a sprint to the finish line! Wish me luck. :-)
 2002-01-14 (106.92k)

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Door panels backside Door panels backside
David Mayes
Door panels back side
The back side
 2002-01-11 (270.38k)

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Door panels Door panels
David Mayes
Door panels
yet another view
 2002-01-11 (354.46k)

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59 door panel and pockets 59 door panel and pockets
David Mayes
59 door panels and pockets
details and dimensions.
 2002-01-11 (367.12k)

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Repaired and ready to blink Repaired and ready to blink
David Mayes
59 Flasher relay
Better than underwater porn sex with a horny bikini girl in a lowered 23 window. Here's a naked can type flasher relay for the 59 double cab. If you look close, the knife blade is pointing to the wire that was broken. It was resoldered and now it works fine. Repair yours today! BTW, the brown bakelite units are for pre Aug. 5, 57 cars.
 2002-01-03 (76.39k)

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Another view Another view
David Mayes
Front beam installed
Passenger side shot of the front beam installed in the 59 double cab. I still love the looks of those chromed torsion arms.
 2002-01-02 (87.42k)

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The front beam is in The front beam is in
David Mayes
NewYear's progress
They say what you do on Jan. 1 is what you'll do for the rest of the year... I decided to finally get the front beam in the double cab.
 2002-01-02 (93.22k)

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Fuel tap restored Fuel tap restored
David Mayes
AR 59 DC resto
Here is the fuel tap restored and ready to go back onto the gas tank of the 59 DC. I was able to use the original cork gasket inside but had to find a new wire screen. The cotter key is also og. Some people think it might be "over restored", hehehe... it hasn't been restored, it's been polished and chromed beyond reason :-) For reference, the fuel tap on the left is from a 58, and the one on the right is a tap for a bug but sold as one for a bus... it won't work... Let the buyer beware!!!
 2001-12-19 (110.96k)

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Fuel tap restored Fuel tap restored
David Mayes
AR 59 DC resto
Here is the fuel tap restored and ready to go back onto the gas tank of the 59 DC. I was able to use the original cork gasket inside but had to find a new wire screen. The cotter key is also og. Some people think it might be "over restored", hehehe... it hasn't been restore, it's been polished and chromed beyond reason :-) For reference, the fuel tap on the left is from a 58, and the one on the right is a tap for a bug but sold as one for a bus... it won't work... Let the buyer beware!!!
 2001-12-19 (403.54k)

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Fuel tap and choke cables Fuel tap and choke cables
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Here are the fuel tap and choke cables from the 59 double cab. Both cables are stamped 'VW' on the metal part of the cable near the knob end. The choke cable is the one with out the black sheathing for about 10 inches on one end. The knob end parts polished up real well.
 2001-12-02 (128.07k)

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Fuel tap location Fuel tap location
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
The fuel tap fits through the rectangular hole and the cable if secured to the tab on the frame. I'll post a new pic when it's all together.
 2001-12-02 (56.66k)

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Heater cable tube repair Heater cable tube repair
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Both of the heater tubes in the engine compartment of the 59 dc were messed up. To fix the one side, I found some brass tubing that just fits the OD of the original tubing. I'll fill in with a bit of epoxy, sand smooth and paint.
 2001-12-02 (48.92k)

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10 week wonder - Binz Restoration 10 week wonder - Binz Restoration
Dan Kinsey
http://home.earthlink.net/~thatvwguy/index.html
COMPLETE resto in 10 weeks! Check out the before, during, and after pictures. Restorations done right! If you are looking for a quality shop to do your resto, KCW is THE place. I am one very satisfied owner. Feel free to Email for details.
 2001-10-28 (92.39k)

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10 week wonder - Binz Restoration 10 week wonder - Binz Restoration
Dan Kinsey
http://home.earthlink.net/~thatvwguy/index.html
COMPLETE resto in 10 weeks! Check out the before, during, and after pictures. Restorations done right! If you are looking for a quality shop to do your resto, KCW is THE place. I am one very satisfied owner. Feel free to Email for details.
 2001-10-28 (93.15k)

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10 week wonder - Binz Restoration 10 week wonder - Binz Restoration
Dan Kinsey
http://home.earthlink.net/~thatvwguy/index.html
COMPLETE resto in 10 weeks! Check out the before, during, and after pictures. Restorations done right! If you are looking for a quality shop to do your resto, KCW is THE place. I am one very satisfied owner. Feel free to Email for details.
 2001-10-28 (109.82k)

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10 week wonder 10 week wonder
Dan Kinsey
http://home.earthlink.net/~thatvwguy/index.html
COMPLETE resto in 10 weeks! Check out the before, during, and after pictures. Restorations done right! If you are looking for a quality shop to do your resto, KCW is THE place. I am one very satisfied owner. Feel free to Email for details.
 2001-10-28 (109.51k)

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Current desktop Current desktop
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
... sorry for the negative... kinda cool though eh? I need a few more to finish this thing. Have any clamps like these???? if so, drop me an email. David
 2001-10-25 (122.09k)

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'59 Bus Fuel Tap '59 Bus Fuel Tap
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Disassembled.
 2001-10-11 (58.45k)

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International Parts Find International Parts Find
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Shift rod boot from Australia, Coupler from Bend Oregon, and NOS front tranny from Belgium. The parts hunt and assembly continues on the 59 DC.
 2001-10-08 (51.16k)

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The 59 dc waits The 59 dc waits
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Patience is a virtue... While waiting for parts from the chromer, my double cab sits quietly waiting...
 2001-09-26 (61.04k)

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How to make a grown man cry How to make a grown man cry
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
Collected for the 59 double cab... from Australia, Belgium, and Bend OR, NOS and good used rubber parts... I'm all smiles. Still looking for more; another nos split axle boot, another shift rod boot, and a nicer aluminum ATE brake fluid resevoir lid... the one in the pic has been slightly mangled but maybe salvagable. See my web site for the pieces I'm still looking for.
 2001-08-26 (116.72k)

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Slowly but surely Slowly but surely
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
The fitting of a straight axle kit in the 59 double cab... note the empi chrome shocks! Old socks save the new paint.
 2001-07-23 (61.41k)

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Progress continues Progress continues
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com\davem\59dc.htm
3pts extra if you spot the fuel line.
 2001-06-22 (71.57k)

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It's Gray It's Gray
David Mayes
http://dsquared-dev.com/davem/uphigh.htm
The undercarriage of the 59 double cab is finally gray. Let the re assembly commence!
 2001-06-03 (52.81k)

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I Spy I Spy
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com/davem/ispy.htm
Got to the link and try and find the items listed. For bonus points, try and name all the parts.
 2001-04-30 (61.59k)

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1961 Doublecab 1961 Doublecab
Duane Moore
http://www.airriders.ca
Used as a daily driver in the summer. Awaiting a complete restoration.
 2001-04-21 (52.71k)

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1961 Doublecab 1961 Doublecab
Duane Moore
http://www.airriders.ca
Used as a daily driver in the summer. Awaiting a complete restoration.
 2001-04-21 (59.33k)

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Double Cab Double Cab
VW Freaks Switzerland
http://www.geocities.com/vw_freaks
One of our VW. Double Cab owner Rol. Check our Bug, Bus, Double Cab, Thing.
 2001-04-03 (48.07k)

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Anyone got some 40' tires? Anyone got some 40' tires?
David Mayes
http://www.dsquared-dev.com/davem/uphigh.htm
Finally, the 59 double cab up in the air so I cann clean and restore the under carriage!!!
 2001-02-07 (52.3k)

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Bjrn Thorer Nitteberg
http://homefree.sensewave.com/~s199288/
Take a look at my crew cab project.
(17k)

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