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new bug owner May 13, 2021 19:58:28 GMT

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Post by massy on May 13, 2021 19:58:28 GMT

hi , i have not been on here before,
but now iam the proud owner of a 1972 bond bug 750es
original engine B70es and needs full resto,
so hi to everyone,
my brief back ground over the last 45 years is restorations (done at home )
on many porsche,jensen jag maserati, isetta goggomobli, messerschmitt kr 200 (just finishing it off)
worked for volvo world wide for 19 years, own garage 30 years ago, i work out of my workshop at home for my projects,
i have a lathe milling machine, mig tig welding, i featured in a magazine in 2008 , 7 pages on a special build i did ground up designed and built my own chassis etc, as master tech and top engineer, and i was a car painter for 3 years so i do all my own body and paint
, so thats enough about lol
hello

karl Life Bugger The Bug Club Events Organiser Happiest when out Buggin :) Posts: 750	new bug owner May 13, 2021 20:03:18 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by karl on May 13, 2021 20:03:18 GMT Welcome. Sounds like you have a very good history with cars and you have lots of experience. Hopefully see you and the bug at our club rally in August. Bug Welcome in any condition. Regards Karl, the bug club event chap.

Stiffy Administrator Posts: 848	new bug owner May 13, 2021 20:15:24 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Stiffy on May 13, 2021 20:15:24 GMT Welcome to the world of bugs. If you get stuck there is normally someone on here who can help. Bug Club is well worth joining to. Hopefully see you at a rally sometime.

vannin Life Bugger Posts: 1,196	new bug owner May 13, 2021 21:59:43 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by vannin on May 13, 2021 21:59:43 GMT Hi Massy, And welcome to the forum, it sounds like you'll have your Bug up and running in no time at all with all your expertise. Any questions and I'm sure someone on here will be able to help you out

massy Guest	new bug owner May 13, 2021 22:03:04 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by massy on May 13, 2021 22:03:04 GMT Thanks, iv looked up the vin BB620** 1973, production changed on this number, apparently thanks,

jefferdp Premier Bugger Posts: 82	new bug owner May 17, 2021 12:49:03 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by jefferdp on May 17, 2021 12:49:03 GMT Hi, Massy, You will need all the skills you have acquired over many years to work on your Bug, I can assure you. There is never a dull moment with one, they are designed to try you. All the very Best.

massy Guest	new bug owner May 30, 2021 21:45:16 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by massy on May 30, 2021 21:45:16 GMT Hi i have just bough another bug, chassis BB61611 thats 2 ive bought in 10 days, lol, not buying any more,

massy Guest	new bug owner May 30, 2021 21:48:58 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by massy on May 30, 2021 21:48:58 GMT and BB62049 looking for a 700 engine if anyone has and a bond bug rocker cover,, thanks

vannin Life Bugger Posts: 1,196	new bug owner May 30, 2021 21:52:16 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by vannin on May 30, 2021 21:52:16 GMT May 30, 2021 21:45:16 GMT massy said: Hi i have just bough another bug, chassis BB61611 thats 2 ive bought in 10 days, lol, not buying any more, As we all know, one is never enough :-)

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cdb15: @bugeater: how about this one? www.ebay.co.uk/itm/184550691098?ul_noapp=true Nov 25, 2020 11:32:59 GMT

adl2: cdb15, that's just such a shame that someone let it get into that state. I know that's more than I could cope with but I admit I am slightly tempted. For the VIN, it would end up as a Trigger's broom of a restoration. Nov 25, 2020 22:26:43 GMT

burlmeister: Trouble fitting new 6052 fan belt. Alternator adjusted to the max. Belt is on the engine and alt pulleys but I just cannot get it to stretch over the lip of the fan pulley. Is there a trick to this? Driving me nuts! Nov 26, 2020 11:09:57 GMT

adl2: That barn find Bug as linked by cdb15 is now bid to over a grand. Or should I say, that V5 doc for a Bug is up to over a grand. Nov 29, 2020 10:14:12 GMT

Stiffy: Hi Folks.. a lot of questions go unanswered if you put them in the shout box. Its more visible to all if you create a thread. Most questions get answered within hours. :-) Nov 30, 2020 16:52:59 GMT

adl2: Gone for £1220 in the end. Dec 1, 2020 13:36:48 GMT

Looking for bug to buy: Hi all, had to sell my bug 3 yrs ago, went to the states and had nowhere to store it unfortunately but I'm back and would like one would consider any condition, a project is fine. Any help or suggestions would be great thanks warren Dec 14, 2020 18:40:23 GMT

bugberk: Just put the engine/box into my rolling chassis, and the prop shaft seems to be about 3" short, Have I been given the wrong one? this a total rebuild from a pile of bits. Dec 16, 2020 13:34:31 GMT

goodtimes: thank you for the drawings! very helpful. Dec 17, 2020 17:31:00 GMT

goodtimes: Best wishes Dec 17, 2020 17:31:06 GMT

vannin: bugberk what is the length of your propshaft you are fitting ? you'll get more replies if you ask on the main forum Dec 30, 2020 15:30:34 GMT

rooster: can any one tell me what car the canopy lock came of ? ive been told a triumph Jan 18, 2021 15:23:26 GMT

rogeru7: Hi the basic lock is off a Triumph but it will then need a major mod to be used on the Bug canopy unless you have access to a lathe and a mill it’s not an easy mod Jan 18, 2021 20:15:56 GMT

Steve: Hi can anyone tell what is the tallest you can be to drive a bond Bug Feb 25, 2021 13:37:55 GMT

vannin: hi Steve, is this for you and if so how tall are you ? more interest and responses if you use the main forum ! Feb 25, 2021 14:51:06 GMT

steve: i'm 6ft 4in am i too big to fit? . im not good with computers, cant seem to get on other thread, sorry Feb 26, 2021 10:59:28 GMT

mike: I have 2 bond bugs 1 almost restored just waiting on new upholstery and the other is complete runs sweet and original if Warren is still looking for one Cheers Apr 11, 2021 12:35:02 GMT

Jon T: Hi all, I am looking to purchase a bug, dont mind if needs some work, anyone point me in right direction. thanks< Apr 20, 2021 10:52:19 GMT

mysticmick: hi all . i recently purchased a bug . my dream car for restoration . i have the vin plate . with chassis number and engine number . but sadly no reg number . is there any way of finding out the original reg so i could apply for the v5 .. thanks in advance May 8, 2021 16:20:42 GMT

cdb15: To Mystic Mick: contact HPI and ask if they will do a VIN-only check. Usually if you have the registration it's £19 or so, but may be different from the VIN. Or there is a DVLA procedure using form V62 - check out the government web site for the procedure. May 17, 2021 20:15:30 GMT