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  1. Gman86

    American wiring to UK spec wiring

    Just need some help on what to change wiring wise to separate the break lights from the indicators at the rear of an American bus. Indicatators are now in the reverse lenses and rear lights in the original positions but when breaking the indicators come on. The original help links for this are...
  2. Gman86

    14 inch steel wheels X5

    Set of five original vw steel wheels asking £75 for the set, local pick up from East Sussex
  3. Gman86

    Indicator problems

    I have a problem with my indicators and as far I can tell it is the switch, I have an American spec bus and was wondering what my options are in regard to replacing or repairing. Is it possible to fit a Euro spec indicator switch even though it has fewer wires. Or has anyone got a serviceable...
  4. Gman86

    Where does this piece of tinwear go?

    Hey internet peoples anyone able to describe or better yet provide a pic of where this piece of metal is supposed to live Many thanks
  5. Gman86

    Gear linkage bushes

    Just fitted all new bushes and gators to the gear linkage but have this unknown bush all others are accounted for but this one I can't find reference to any where for any model bay. Any ideas just for my peice of mind
  6. Gman86

    Set of 5 wide 5 14" steel wheels

    As title. Tyres are no good. Need refurbishment or run as is. £120 collection only
  7. Gman86

    Opening front 1/4 windows

    Can someone point me in the direction of a how to? My front quarter light locks are shot to bits and I have ordered some new locks and rivets to refit them. I am at a loss as to how to remove the old ones, how do I remove the glass from its frame? If someone could explain or point me to a link...
  8. Gman86

    Beam, spindles, seats, master cylinder and more

    All parts are off a lhd 1969 American Kombi from a dry state so rust free un-modified front beam with leaves good condition £150, can have it delivered at extra cost Arms all four, ball joints seem good but rubber boots have seen better days. £60, postage extra Spindles with breaks £50...
  9. Gman86

    Led dash lights

    I am interested in converting my old dash bulbs to led bulbs as I will probably have a few dead bulbs and thought I could replace them all to save hassle of locating duds. So who uses them, are they any good and who did you use is what I would like to know please :D
  10. Gman86

    Steering column

    Hey thanks for stopping by this thread, my question is this, does this look normal to you? If this is not normal do you think I should grind it down a little? Thanks :mrgreen:
  11. Gman86

    Sliding door bottom roller

    Hi guys I have a used bottom roller bracket and I need to get the main load bearing roller off of it to be replaced as it is squared off but can't seem to get it off. Any one know how to get it off? the spring clip is already off but the roller doesn't seem to want to budge.
  12. Gman86

    Wanted LHD sliding door bottom roller mount

    as title really anyone got a guide block for the sliding door on the right side of a LHD van. heritage do them but £25 seems a bit steep compared to the £3.50 for a RHD and I am assuming they are not interchangeable also I am after a cam for the center hinge on the sliding door as mine is snapped
  13. Gman86

    Midnight delivery

    Took delivery of my long awaited bus late last night More pictures as I work through it :D
  14. Gman86

    Keys and barrels

    Can some one point me in the right direction for either where to get a new key cut when you have no information on the barrels and or where to source a new set of keys and barrels for a whole van. Thanks kindly :)
  15. Gman86

    91 Coleman cool box, eagle supply can and other random bits

    Coleman cool box all plastic 91 build year. £25 + postage Eagle supply can (quite big) £20 + postage Roof rack off polo. £40 collection preferred Small coca cola beer fridge had its components taken out and replaced with a heat mat to make a incubator. £25 collection...
  16. Gman86

    A few parts for sale

    Front indicator hella lenses pair £20 + postage Complete fixed front quarter lights £50 + postage Lhd gear stick £15 +postage Ash tray £10 + postage
  17. Gman86

    Air compressors who has one and who uses them here?

    As title really I have desided to get one but can't really decide what would be best for me so I was wondering what other people have and what they use them for. I plan to use one for the whole spectrum really from sanding and buffing, painting, under sealing, grinding, torque wrench, air...
  18. Gman86

    Roof rack for polo

    Roof rack off of a polo type 6N (94-00) don't know if it will fit other cars can give you measurements if anyone is interested. £50 Ono collection preferred might be able to take it apart for postage but that will be at buyers expense
  19. Gman86

    Borrow, rent, steal or buy chassis tilter?

    It's been a long time since I've posted anything on here but have always been lurking in the shadows and now that I have finally got back to a position where I have the time and money available to me I'm looking to get back on the scene. Basically in about a months time I'm going to need a...
  20. Gman86

    sold LHD 68 panel van sold

    Up for £7000 ono For sale is my LHD 68 panel van, have decided to sell it as I have had less and less time for it and would like to free up some funds for other projects. Built in 1968 and started life in Sweden, I have owned this van since 2009. It has seen a lot of use before it came into...
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