This is how it looked when I bought it: Now it looks like this: First wash and inspection: Model : Type 2 (T2) mod. 231(2) : - Kombi - 8 seater (arrangement 2-3-3) - Sliding door right - LHD Chassis number 2332062064 Serial number 062 064 Modelyear 1973 Planned production date Tuesday, 07 November 1972 Number for production planning (temporary serial number) 7409 Type of engine Type 1 (AD) - 1584cc, 37 kW (50 bhp DIN) Type of transmission Manual 4-speed gearbox 178 Securing parts for C runner 119 Eberspacher BN4 petrol heater whith air recirculation connection and outlet in load/passenger compartment 100 Without VW logo on front 149 With outer and center underfloor plates (belly pans) 191 With outer and center underfloor plates (belly pans) 542 Special equipment for German army 231, German army 547 Additional treatment against rust for hollow sections 632 Special suppression 1.6 liter engine (47, 50 BHP) 211-274, German Army Type of transmission Manual 4-speed gearbox Paint color L319 - Olive Green (RAL 6014) Remark : German Army Interior color (doorpanels and seats) 51 - Dark Beige Leatherette Destination Germany, Bundeswehr (Germany Army)
Rotting front rack for jack and front rails and door sill missing. View of the bar from the front door
wow what a transformation, its rotted in the same places as mine very nice looking bus, love the colour too,
Pictures longitudinal beams: Purchased the sheet: B pillars made: Some parts I've made myself Here are some pics of my garage where work mainly take place.
Restoration of the end of the van Old beams are cut out: http://img268.imageshack.us/img268/86/slika001d.jpg
Base for color Coloring… I drew and designed the VW sign: milling The sign is 220 mm in diameter, slightly larger than the original, which is 180 mm, the thickness is 6 mm aero Dura marks 3.1354 I've created the emblem on the horn button on the steering wheel New restored steering wheel My daughter with a van Sandblasted and galvanized brake parts and fuses. This roughness can be seen in some parts was corrosion. brake inspection new carpet
fantastic, it looked in pretty good shape in the early pics, hard to beleve there was so much rust! you've done a great job K+ for posting
Today I played upholsterer. I worked roof upholstery. Last upholstery is made from hardboard and coated foam upholstery, as in modern vehicles.
Good work there, well done! ;D did you find the bus sagged when you cut the chassis rails out or did the frame you welded in keep it all in place?
