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Old May 25, 2023 | 06:40 AM
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is there a difference in load between the two different packs? The reason i Ask is that fugly the ugly plane tug is a special order cab chassis and has a pack that looks like that, while my (normal) F350 has the 5 leaf pack... would it be an upgrade? do they fit? sorry have not had time to measure myself.
 
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Old May 25, 2023 | 07:10 AM
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Ah yes. The flower power VW I’ve seen pictures of. I can only imagine the looks you got while blasting down the freeway all by yourself in it.
Well he did serve in the Air Force.
 
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Old May 25, 2023 | 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by kenn_chan
Well he did serve in the Air Force.
You know that "we" all like to give each other a hard time about the various services and their role in defending our country, but I never once heard any of the services complain when the USAF was there for airlift, resupply or to blast the enemy to meet their maker with massive explosions. Just like the Marines showing up first and leaving last to kick *** the entire time or the Army running the enemy over because they were advancing on them so fast or the Navy assaulting the enemy around the globe at a moments notice. Last, but certainly not least, the Coast Guard and their mission around the globe, not just at home and on our shores.

I have been attached to a Marine and Army units during deployments where everyone was grateful for the support of the others and that we all had an American flag on our shoulder.

I am especially grateful for all of the men and women who have given everything for us to live as we do this particular weekend.

As for the VW Beetle... My wife drove a 1993 Toyota Tercel until it was dead. I was looking at a TDi Jetta or Passat as a replacement and she said "I want a convertible". My immediate response was "no F-ing way we are getting a convertible". She said "I didn't say a damn thing when you said you wanted a motorcycle and bought one". My immediate response was "what kind of convertible would you like my love?"

We bought this 2003 VW Beetle for a steal of a deal and made it hers with the customizations. She loves it and I am proud to ride with her when she is driving it.

Tomorrow is not guaranteed for anyone, so why delay the happiness you can help provide to your loved ones...

Here is a picture she took while waiting for me to pick up some adult beverages at Ingles.

 
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Old May 25, 2023 | 01:38 PM
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I have 2 vw's...

4x4 vanagon...


TDI golf...

 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 01:24 AM
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That Vanagon looks butch. What's the plan?
 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by aawlberninf350
That Vanagon looks butch. What's the plan?
I've had it since 2012, been from Alaska to Belize in it. Probably gonna sell it in the next couple years, hardly ever use it any more.
I've been saying that for a couple years....
 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 11:43 AM
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I believe a guy at work has one of those Vanagons. He changed the engine out to a small turbo diesel maybe? He loves it, when it’s running.
 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 12:00 PM
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VW TDi is a popular conversion.
I swapped a subaru 2.5 into mine.
 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 12:02 PM
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VW TDi is a popular conversion.
Some vans were stock with a non turbo diesel.
I swapped a subaru 2.5 into mine.
 
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Old May 26, 2023 | 10:43 PM
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Wow. Just checked in to see that you guys took this

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Have a great evening.
 
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Old May 28, 2023 | 02:49 AM
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Originally Posted by kbeefy
VW TDi is a popular conversion.
I swapped a subaru 2.5 into mine.
Curious what goes into the Subie 2.5 swap? Trans, mounts, engine controls etc. The general flat 4 form factor makes sense for a swap.

I have a 2001 Forester with a NA 2.5 and the thing idles smooth and burns no oil at almost 250k. Kinda gutless tho, maybe the secret to longevity.
 
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Old May 28, 2023 | 09:39 AM
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Well I have a 1.3tbi in my Sami with a complete 1.6 tbi sitting in the wings waiting for a hiccup.






Less than a week away from putting insurance on it and being able to road test for worthiness. Over 7 months of work into it and only driven it less than 100’ to turn it around in my driveway.
 
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Today I was excited at work when I received a message from Amazon that my steering stabilizer had arrived.

Got home and opened the box.

It’s a rear shock for a lifted 2009-2012 F150.

Return is already initiated and replacement is on order. Hopefully they get it right this time.

Not sure what monkey read the box but that certainly doesn’t look like a 24-158848 to me.

Sway bar bushings are due to arrive tomorrow, and shocks are next Wednesday as well as the replacement stabilizer.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2023 | 10:18 PM
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Nothing worse then getting excited to open up some new parts and they are the wrong ones. Atleast it was from Amazon with great customer service.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2023 | 08:43 AM
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I didn't know Bilstein is owned by ThyssenKrupp. I wonder if that means the shocks ont eh Leopard II MBT are Bilsteins.
 
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