LannaGuy Posted February 8, 2017 Author Share Posted February 8, 2017 3 hours ago, gobs said: Thanks, Steve! This is a nice wheel. For a (light) sporty-look '60s-'70s Beetle, to my taste, this Empi wheel is one of my favored ones... no stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 50 minutes ago, LannaGuy said: no stock I'm almost sure these steering wheels can be found in Thailand. We just don't really know where to look for. It would be easier if living in Bangkok, I think... For EMPI parts and others I found this: http://www.vwshowtime.com/v2/catalogue/index.html Here some 4 lugs rims (BRM, EMPI): http://www.vwshowtime.com/v2/catalogue/4_detail/wheel.html Just an idea, Lannaguy: What about opening a thread in the TV cars motor-forum and ask gents there if someone know about some "big" Classic Beetle parts dealer? Many seems really knowledgeable there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarguy Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 (edited) 13 hours ago, gobs said: Today I went to a tires/wheels small family shop near home to get my Beetle punctured spare wheel fixed. By chance the guy has many clean 2nd hand alloy rims sets for sale. Some 15" 4 lugs, but 5" or 5.5" wide. I asked him if there were 4 lugs 130, he didn't know (or understand?). H As far as I know the only cars with the 130mm bolt pattern are VW and 914 Porsche it is not on any Japanese cars , you can look on wheel manufacturer websites to check Edited February 9, 2017 by oldcarguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 9, 2017 Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 10 hours ago, gobs said: I'm almost sure these steering wheels can be found in Thailand. We just don't really know where to look for. It would be easier if living in Bangkok, I think... For EMPI parts and others I found this: http://www.vwshowtime.com/v2/catalogue/index.html Here some 4 lugs rims (BRM, EMPI): http://www.vwshowtime.com/v2/catalogue/4_detail/wheel.html Just an idea, Lannaguy: What about opening a thread in the TV cars motor-forum and ask gents there if someone know about some "big" Classic Beetle parts dealer? Many seems really knowledgeable there... these all look nice (from Google search) but not sure about any black 'n' chrome combo? the first one look cool i think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 (edited) I agree, I like the first one. To my tatse the BRMs are "too much". My favourites are those EMPI. They are actual copies of the '60s - '70s EMPIs rims, so if "mandatory", they are period correct: Or those, no black spokes: Available from the link above... Ah, not easy to decide Edited February 9, 2017 by gobs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaninlamphun Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 I agree, I like the first one. To my tatse the BRMs are "too much". My favourites are those EMPI. They are actual copies of the '60s - '70s EMPIs rims, so if "mandatory", they are period correct: Or those, no black spokes: Available from the link above... Ah, not easy to decide Take your time, there's no rushing required in a beetle Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 18 minutes ago, alaninlamphun said: Take your time, there's no rushing required in a beetle Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect I agree, no rush! First take her as she is, then drive and go around, while learning how she behaves and how you feel. And by the time ideas to "improve" or "modify" her will emerge... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarguy Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 There have been Repros made of the EMPI 8 spokes since the 1970s , probably copied by a dozen companies so make sure the set you get is matching ! at the swap meets around here you can get a set of 4 for $200 another nice look are the Minilites , but much harder to find , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 yes those EMPI do look rather gorgeous and, i quite like that; black spoke/chrome rim on a blue Bug in your photo hmmm... doubt I'll find a set but my first pic is probably my fav with the oval design Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaninlamphun Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 If i wasn't stuck in a cold snowy England I would be going to the Siam VW Festival.https://www.facebook.com/Thaivwclubcom-151614388199333/Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 6 hours ago, alaninlamphun said: If i wasn't stuck in a cold snowy England I would be going to the Siam VW Festival.https://www.facebook.com/Thaivwclubcom-151614388199333/ Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect yes me too but just can't get down to BKK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 so because the straps are white (no choice) maybe go for the white wheel? what do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 (edited) well I guess everyone got bored haha going for a cream wheel, cream interior for seats and side panels and dark grey flooring if anyone's interested and still unsure about the wheel rims but they can wait :) Edited February 15, 2017 by LannaGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve187 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 (edited) 12 minutes ago, LannaGuy said: well I guess everyone got bored haha going for a cream wheel, cream interior for seats and side panels and dark grey flooring if anyone's interested and still unsure about the wheel rims but they can wait :) loads of grab handles at the vw siam festival, i had a brief visit but had to travel further afield for a family funeral photo from Type2shop Edited February 15, 2017 by steve187 speeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 30 minutes ago, steve187 said: loads of grab handles at the vw siam festival, i had a brief visit but had to travel further afield for a family funeral photo from Type2shop wow... next year - maybe a group of us could meet up? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve187 Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Lannaguy look here for your grab handles, steering whell and other bits you may need- https://www.facebook.com/Classicpartskrabi/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 24, 2017 Author Share Posted February 24, 2017 Well... decided on the combination of white/cream and take out as much of the black stuff i can as i think it looks far more classy. Now at the upholsterers getting cream seat coverings and delivered the wheel to Khun Nui this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve187 Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 35 minutes ago, LannaGuy said: Well... decided on the combination of white/cream and take out as much of the black stuff i can as i think it looks far more classy. Now at the upholsterers getting cream seat coverings and delivered the wheel to Khun Nui this week could you post a picture of the finished seats, would be nice to see this were for sale the other week, but sold within the hour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 24, 2017 Author Share Posted February 24, 2017 1 hour ago, steve187 said: could you post a picture of the finished seats, would be nice to see this were for sale the other week, but sold within the hour yes happy too... also decided to go with wheels rims 130 4 bolts as have read there may be issues with the conversion to 5 bolts (load, bearings, brakes etc.). I have also converted all drums to disc brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave2 Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 44 minutes ago, LannaGuy said: issues with the conversion i saw this thai style conversion of a beetle in a houses garden in santitam in feb 12 :) class eh ! dave2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 8 hours ago, LannaGuy said: Well... decided on the combination of white/cream and take out as much of the black stuff i can as i think it looks far more classy. Now at the upholsterers getting cream seat coverings and delivered the wheel to Khun Nui this week Great! Can't wait to see some pics too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 6 hours ago, LannaGuy said: yes happy too... also decided to go with wheels rims 130 4 bolts as have read there may be issues with the conversion to 5 bolts (load, bearings, brakes etc.). I have also converted all drums to disc brakes. Wow the "full" set-up! I agree. I think better to go with the 130 4 lugs rims: safer in my mind... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobs Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 6 hours ago, dave2 said: i saw this thai style conversion of a beetle in a houses garden in santitam in feb 12 :) class eh ! dave2 Ah-ah-ah! That's a kind of a dream car Some people are very imaginative... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted February 24, 2017 Author Share Posted February 24, 2017 33 minutes ago, gobs said: Ah-ah-ah! That's a kind of a dream car Some people are very imaginative... i guess they call it a 'Roll-O-Bug' not quite sure I'll go that route though... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaninlamphun Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Its all gone quiet?How's the car going & any updates?Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted March 13, 2017 Author Share Posted March 13, 2017 6 hours ago, alaninlamphun said: Its all gone quiet? How's the car going & any updates? Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Good morning sir! well i got banned for 5 days but mostly I'm waiting for the Upholsterers to get the car back to Khun Nui :) hopefully this week I can post some photos of those new cream seats and roof rack will be fitted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted April 12, 2017 Author Share Posted April 12, 2017 Not sure if anyone is still here lol but still not finished but the interior is looking better. Ordered new Rims and Tires, cream steering wheel fitted soon. Off to Philippines hope to collect it first week in May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaninlamphun Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Not sure if anyone is still here lol but still not finished but the interior is looking better. Ordered new Rims and Tires, cream steering wheel fitted soon. Off to Philippines hope to collect it first week in May.Looks nice, who did the interior?Sent from my iPhone using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 On 4/12/2017 at 9:56 AM, alaninlamphun said: Looks nice, who did the interior? Sent from my iPhone using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Hi, sorry been in Philippines last two weeks... will go pick up Bertie this week or early next and will post some new photos. The interior was done by a guy Mr. Nui knows he should have installed the roof rack, steering wheels and new rims soon i hope :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LannaGuy Posted April 26, 2017 Author Share Posted April 26, 2017 On 4/12/2017 at 9:56 AM, alaninlamphun said: Looks nice, who did the interior? Sent from my iPhone using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app I kept the interior 'real' and simple and decide no piping etc. which, although looks nice, sort of looks too 'modern' for me so just plain cream I debated in my mind modern rims too... but decided that they really do enhance the car so have ordered a plain chrome set (no black contrast) but I think any thoughts on picking up this week was just a hope lol I guess, with Songkran, it might be late may or June before i finally get to pick Bertie up - I'll go over next week and take a look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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