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so had some time to finish up some burlap and foam on the seats. The front bottom sections are the only ones "done" the upper section needs a little tweaking still.. as obviously shown and the rear bottom needs some heat before tucking under and securing the cover in place. over all pretty...

Alright so friday, took the day off work and knocked out some work. May not look like a ton got done, but it was at least a full 8 hrs. Wiper assembly painted, re-wired and re-assembled. Yes I am aware it is a later model version, but it works for what I need it to do http://i15.photobucket.com/albu...

had some people asking about the seals.. here they are: http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150902_162209_zpsnkpup9mp.jpg http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150902_162204_zpskph7ujso.jpg prep for my day off.. http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metal...

I also plan on machining out the plugs on the cover to add zerk fittings if the need ever arrises to need to add more. Hopefully it will not though! That's a great idea! Kind of makes you wonder why they didn't come with the zerks already! Thanks for the progress pictures. Makes learning by example...

That's some good work! Was there a specific thickness you're using for the steering box gasket? I had read that if you're making your own, it shouldn't be too thick. Also, will you be filling it with oil or grease? I've read threads that say grease is recommended although they're normally filled wi...

sticking with the small progress daily.. v.1 of the steering box gasket is done. need to modify it a bit in a few spots then cut on actual gasket material. IMO worth the extra effort to have a precise cut vs a sloppy hand cut gasket http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150831_1...

so i found a replacement defroster vent.. still plan on machining one but at least i will have something that isnt broken until that is made http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/Screenshot_2015-08-31-09-53-04_zpscrlmeu9d.png and ordered a legacy plate.. sorry wont reveal it until...

No photos but sticking with doing a little bit everyday.. worked on the wiring yesterday. Purchased some nice wire covers that match the OE style. Removed some butt splices and soldered all the connections on the pass side headlight harness. Just gotta add some heat shrink and do a mock up to cut a ...

and one of the steering box seals showed up



small steps in the right direction

got my weld nuts and hog rings http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150826_170216_zpskel48dbl.jpg http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150826_170242_zpsxgula3gv.jpg got a couple of the weld nuts in and made sure the fender holes lined up http://i15.photobu...

seals for the steering box ordered.. gotta wait till next week for those

and picked up some new more hog rings to continue on the interior.

and for anyone wondering why I dont just buy a new steering box: $20 in parts and some time vs. $120. Plus I would rather reuse what I can, the internals are in great shape just needed some TLC. I did unfortunately damage the shim (#14)when removing the bearing race.. so that is the only piece i nee...

while waiting for a few parts to show up, my attention has been on reassembling smaller sub-assemblies, like the pedal cluster and horn as shown above. got the measurements for the seals for the steering box. I know some people have posted it on TS but i like to check for myself instead of trusting ...

so little progress but progress nontheless painted the front section after i sanded down the rusty spots. and control arms painted http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150823_153307_zpsmpzdzmsp.jpg http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a368/metallicastar/Bug/20150823_153317_zpsejrm...

"Carpet kit was provided with sale of the car.. but was for the foot rest option. So i ditched it (empi) in favor of a better quality one with pre-cut holes and the headliner.. " Pretty sure the front passenger side footrest was standard equipment, and not an 'option'. Sure makes it more ...