58' Karmann

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PesVis
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Re: 58' Karmann

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Yep. Btw the porsche brakes will be going on the front, not the rear :D

Any ideas on wheels anybody? Those nice original chromes will be a bit impractical next year, since I'll be at uni. Too much chance of them getting damaged :roll: was thinking the 15" rostyles we got with the car, but if somebody has a set of Empi BRM Speedwells, or Empi five spokes lying around, I won't say no :wink: :mrgreen:
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The porsche drums going on the front (Before and after cleaning)
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What do you guys think about this idea for a extra brake light. Bader Racing did it on their Porsche 993 powered Karmann Ghia. I think it looks pretty cool,but not sure how noticeable it will actually be
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If it is REALY bright LEDs, trust me, it will be noticeable!!
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for the wheels, why not look into the set of 928 rims the calooker had for sale a short while ago... that will really make the car look insane
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Things have been silent for a while but I'm happy to report that the floorpan work is finished!
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So is the front axle assembly
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With the large porsche brake plates clearly visible
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That is so ugly!

I'm coming right over,and removing that off your hands! :D



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That is really wicked looking. It looks like it just came off the production line. Great work! :hangloose:
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Fantastic job.....floor pan looks great. This car is going to be amazing.....:D
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And the top of the floorpan
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And various other bets and pieces that were also sprayed
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looks good is going to be one hot car
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Pan is looking better than new :lol: can't wait to start on mine!
What type of paint did you guys use for the pan?
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You guys are really doing a nice job. Can't wait to see the next bit.
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Re: 58' Karmann

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Real nice work! The detail youre putting into the project is amazing. I can't help to notice a steering shock amongst the parts though :?
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Re: 58' Karmann

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Why, whats wrong with the steering shock?
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