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Title: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on November 28, 2009, 08:02:58 PM: This is the start of the resteration of my June 1968 Meyers Manx. In a previous thread I posted how In Oct I found an ad on Craigslist for this manx in San Jose. bruce and I crossed the border at 5pm on friday and 36 hrs later we were crossing the border Sunday 5am with this in tow!
Thanks again Bruce for making the trek with me.

This old Manx has spent the better part of 41 years in the heat and sun, faded and dull but very complete! Most Buggies have suffered the changing trends over the years, the 80's and 90's were not kind to many ;D so many were changed and updated along the way,re painted,modern seats,guages,body mods etc.

This one has managed to survive with only a hood scoop added and a tail light change.
That being said here are the as found pic's. I'll add lots more this week as I get time.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/3p73oc3l35T65Pc5Rc99u6d2170d59b25161c.jpg)

Above shows the orig Manx Tow bar, wrong hard top roof, Manx Bunpers front and rear

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/3n43ma3oc5Qd5P95Sb99u03c2d13d9c331126.jpg)
Incorrect tail lights, should have the 62-67 lights. It came with the orig Manx steel wheels and Commando tires (not shown)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/3m83o23pb5O25S05R399u110af5d3d0881652.jpg)

I have it all torn down and body work has been started, more to follow.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 10, 2009, 09:48:58 PM: Here it is on pick up in San Jose....
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manx-purchase.jpg)

The start of tear down and inspection....
The hood scoop will be long gone soon!

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manx-teardown1.jpg)

The tail lights were replaced with these trailer lights at some point.. The orig chrome 61-67 tail lights will go back on.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manxrear-bodystock.jpg)

And tear down begins
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manx-teardown3.jpg)

The car also came with the orig Manx steel 14 and 15" widened steel wheels with the 1968 Commando tires!

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manx-orig-wheels.jpg)

and fresh from three hours of Blasting at Langley U balst...

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-blasted-wheels.jpg)

And after Russ worked his powder coating magic

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/normal_manx-wheel-caps.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: 70's Looker on December 10, 2009, 10:17:30 PM: i likie well good dude, what did youblast set ya back? ive heard prices all over the map!

8)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 11, 2009, 04:54:01 PM: Quote from: ont58 on December 10, 2009, 10:17:30 PM
i likie well good dude, what did youblast set ya back? ive heard prices all over the map!

8)

I've been there a few times and it can get costly but they have nice machines in a warm clean shop.

I also used the outdoor sand blasting place (Canadian auto Restoration) in Langley for the pan and large items.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 11, 2009, 04:59:14 PM: Here's the pan after blasting and a new fuel line and clutch tube.

That's some crazy old arc welding on that shortened pan.....but it's original.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-pan-blasted.jpg&hash=ae9f1d0758c1bc137ab58f7ba34e206ef29a0872)

And after some fresh satin black powder coating...

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-pan1.jpg&hash=03f514a9be06079f70e21597c7558214c527bf17)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-pan2.jpg&hash=377409a81ab05f9c678c0c7c4b73c3f325536a3a)

And some of the hardware fresh from blasting and Cad plated.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2FIMG_2872.jpg&hash=d414c1bb14a0fa6d79011b8ceeabcbdb26b156c0)

more soon....
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: orangecrush on December 11, 2009, 05:08:56 PM: ... The paint on the pan is looking good........... sure brings back alot of memories ...... 8)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Alisdair on December 12, 2009, 08:44:18 AM: very cool project , looking forward to seeing more pics.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 13, 2009, 11:15:50 AM: More parts fresh from blasting and powdercoating.
The drums are as close as I could get to a natrual cash finish.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-powdercoating.jpg&hash=a786440dbd1cc3019205a68d030fbab506151858)

One of the few changes/upgrades is the NOS late master with Volvo resevoir

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2FIMG_2874.jpg&hash=e3dda3914f7d3d1cdc2ccaae919821a3b702fd2f)

Fresh rebuilt King/link pins, powdercoated brake parts and Cad plated hardware...Fresh rebuilt steering box..

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2FIMG_2876.jpg&hash=49d3bd8b9618ac2e4dd7b213e57d11ec48cf6769)

Test fitting a few parts, Orig Koni shocks,hardware and spring plates

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2FIMG_2875.jpg&hash=4a0349131cefcddcbe1feb4657300a0299fde6ac)

More soon!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: hawthorne on December 13, 2009, 05:09:19 PM: looks good geoff!!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 14, 2009, 06:22:04 PM: Unfortunatly the former owner had cut large holes in the tail of the Manx to fit the ugly trailer lights. The good thing was you could see the outline of the orig vw tail lights.

The licence plate are was also trimmed at some point, bothe the light holes and plate area are show here undergoing repair.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-tail.jpg&hash=ccd637bc4f91138f8e725913ccb9521f10e39956)

A few layers of fiberglass, Dura glass then filler and primer.......Nice!!!

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-rear-bodywork.jpg&hash=c7231571c67119435f18e60a608d33d9fc985e8b)

A very very messy shop but i'm makin progress.
A few cracks in the gel on the fenders and some holes needed to be fixed then a coat of primer...

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-primer.jpg&hash=e27f50a6f18f518abf03d3c3b5c67944508cac14)

The hood had a large hole cut in it and it had sunk almost an inch in the center. I had to brace the hood from underneath and re glass it to get it back into shape.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.thesamba.com%2Fvw%2Fgallery%2Fpix%2F610749.jpg&hash=b9a4eec81bcac2564468d880b5140b28ee7d3af8)

Here's a shot from the orig Manx brochure, I was lucky enough to still have these three options on my Manx. The Commando Tires, Wide wheels and steering brakes as well as a few others ;D

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-st-brake3.jpg)

More soon!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Hansk on December 15, 2009, 08:15:59 AM: Wow , looking good Geoff!
Do you have a close up of that steering brake set up?
I'd like to build one for my buggy.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Chris W on December 15, 2009, 05:39:46 PM: looks great so far. What are you doing for the engine?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 15, 2009, 06:47:24 PM: Quote from: Hansk on December 15, 2009, 08:15:59 AM
Wow , looking good Geoff!
Do you have a close up of that steering brake set up?
I'd like to build one for my buggy.

Here ya go Hans,
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-st-brake3.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-st-brake2.jpg)

Hey Chris,
The engine will be an old school performance Manx style motor. i'm just collecting a few parts then I'll post some info on it.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Chris W on December 15, 2009, 06:48:56 PM: Nice, that e-brake is awesome!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 15, 2009, 07:02:40 PM: Well I had a little luck today. After trying many hardware shops looking for the orig style hardware that came with the Manx when new...a little light bulb went on. Since Bruce Meyers worked on boats why not try a boat building shop We have one very old shop that has been in business since the 50's here in town. After rooting thru dusty boxes a while,Sure enough they had what I needed in regular steel and Stainless! I picked up the hardware I needed in Stainless, pan bolts, dash and windsheild... Here's an example of the orig and the new stainless bolts. I'm sure many of you can get these from your local stores but it proved difficult around here.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-bolts2.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Hansk on December 15, 2009, 07:27:33 PM: Thanks Geoff. so it looks like you would push down on the steering handles ?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 15, 2009, 07:44:02 PM: You got it! Old School ;D
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: KOOL-AID MAN on December 16, 2009, 06:08:59 PM: Very cool, Looks like your getting straight to business, great progress!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: OUTKAST on December 17, 2009, 10:37:45 AM: Looking really good Geoff O0
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buggy1 on December 17, 2009, 07:39:56 PM: Those steering brakes are too cool, that would be a great find for my baja, anybody with any bright ideas where you could find some?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Randy on December 17, 2009, 09:23:10 PM: Quote from: buggy1 on December 17, 2009, 07:39:56 PM
Those steering brakes are too cool, that would be a great find for my baja, anybody with any bright ideas where you could find some?

Found something on the Samba:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=354384&highlight=steering+brakes

Hope it helps
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: pittwagen on December 17, 2009, 10:58:17 PM: A friend of mine used to make the "pull up" type of steering brake back in the early 70's. It worked such that two levers that pivoted from the same shaft as the e-brake controlled either the left or right side for steering but when you pulled up on the e-brake it functioned just like the stock one.

The cable tabs were cut off the e-brake and rewelded on the two steering levers and a piece of flat bar welded on the bottom of the e-brake handle grabbed both independent steering levers (that sit outboard of the e-brake handle) to then work the e-brake. The levers were made out of 1/8 flat bar and entended from the pivot point of the e-brake to about the beginning of handle area. A small piece of round stock, maybe 1/4" x 1" long, (extending at a right angle from the end of the lever) allowed you to grab each steering brake with a finger. Didn't take much pressure to actuate the brake. Instead of the stock pin that holds the e-brake in place a longer bolt and nut were used to accommodate the extra width of the 2 steering levers.

Back in the 70's I had this setup on a 57 bug and it worked great with 6.50x16 rear tires (later 10x15) even though it only worked the one rear shoe. Mind you that was a bus reduction box trans so the shoes were a good size. Used 1950 bus spindles on the front married to the bug trailing arms so the car sat level. No one had invented the class 11 bug yet but it was a stock bodied bug with 14" of ground clearance. Later I returned the bug to its stock state and continued to use the steering brake with stock bug rear shoes. It still worked well if one rear wheel would spin.

I am thinking of making a similar set up for my current buggy but I have the e-brake in front of the gear shift more like a bus. This way you can use stock length cables as well. Rather than pull the lever up you would pull it to the rear.

The fellow who built the steering brake was Rocky Weinstein. I believe he lives in S. Langley. Ran into him at the 09 GCVWS and he still has a buggy with the steering brake setup on it. Someone on here must know him.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on December 18, 2009, 05:53:30 PM: A few cool shots from back in the day.
Some taken at the BF Meyers shop

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi78.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj104%2Fruska-b1%2FScannen0008.jpg&hash=6a2f30b5009fd24c32e2bf79917f0da9e054e5b8)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi78.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj104%2Fruska-b1%2FScannen0012.jpg&hash=661d916b5646224c3aa85e9450eb4137323fed22)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi78.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj104%2Fruska-b1%2FScannen0006.jpg&hash=924faa20cce3bb6a12e86b735a515be7e29c720a)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi78.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj104%2Fruska-b1%2FKlassikernovember2009d-1.jpg&hash=697e7954ccafb3a65fa96f844874cf34ddf42bc2)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: GRK on December 18, 2009, 11:06:57 PM: Quote from: Hansk on December 15, 2009, 08:15:59 AM
Wow , looking good Geoff!
Do you have a close up of that steering brake set up?
I'd like to build one for my buggy.
Hansk you have 78 days to do it all !!!!! Pitter Patter you better get at her!!!! Let me know what you want welded!

Gary
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: vwshawn on December 21, 2009, 09:38:04 PM: Looking great Geoff!!!
Your quick getting things done!!, if I could only get that progress done on my 65 beetle...lol!

Have a Great Christmas!!!
Shawn ;D
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on January 15, 2010, 04:12:45 PM: Just been busy with customer cars, The trans is out getting rebuilt by Bruce. The Front tires are mounted and the new rears are on the way. The orig Manx header has arrived and I'll start repairing and restoring it soon.
Should be back on it at the end of the month.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manxtire.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on February 10, 2010, 08:40:20 PM: Well I hope to get back onto the Manx now that some of the parts are back from the Chrome Shop, Cad plating, and trans is rebuilt. The Pan should be rolling next week if all go's to plan.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-trans2.jpg)

Fresh rebuilt 1966 Trans

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-trans.jpg)

All ready to go back together

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-chrome.jpg)

Fresh chrome! This is just the way the original Manx's came, chrome tail lights,lic light, and headlight rings.

Hope to have some progres shots soon.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 01, 2010, 06:14:44 PM: (https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-taillights.jpg)

Getting back onto the Manx, Love the new chrome on the tail lights!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 16, 2010, 05:44:48 PM: It's been a while since I had time to work on the Manx but last friday I sprayed the last coat of primer and blocked it out on the weekend. Monday morning I delivered it to the body shop for a fresh coat of the original Manx Lime green. It was ready for pick up Tues Morning! ;D

Awaiting it's fresh Lime paint
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-03-16-prime.jpg)

A few hours later...BAM!!!! Thats some bright paint! It's the correct color and matched the small area of orig gel that was in perfect shape.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-03-16-hood.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-03-16-2.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-03-16-1.jpg)

Now I just need to find the time to put it all back together lol_hitting
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: billybob57 on March 16, 2010, 06:13:18 PM: Looking Good Geoff!!

PDT_Armataz_01_37
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: 70's Looker on March 16, 2010, 09:52:49 PM: plans for the inside of i assume the gas tank hole? or was it left however it came outta the paint room? i know sweet F all about buggies just thought i would ask!

:cool:
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 17, 2010, 08:30:53 AM: Quote from: ont58 on March 16, 2010, 09:52:49 PM
plans for the inside of i assume the gas tank hole? or was it left however it came outta the paint room? i know sweet F all about buggies just thought i would ask!

:cool:

Yes thats the gas tank filler hole
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: 70's Looker on March 17, 2010, 08:06:13 PM: hahaha i know that much, im talking where the lower part of the tank sits, like near the master cylinder does that get any paint or undercoat or something what did they do in there originally?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: silas on March 17, 2010, 09:10:22 PM: noice!!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 18, 2010, 07:35:48 PM: I was able to put in a few hours on the Manx. I ran the main loom, Installed some small parts including the ID tag.

Painted the sides (pic taken before it dried)
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-black.jpg)

Rear tub with id tag
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-logo.jpg)

Fresh restored gas tank with chrome cap.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-tank.jpg)

Mounted the dash support and ABS dash

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-dash.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-dash1.jpg)

Hope to get back to it Sat.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buggy1 on March 18, 2010, 07:42:54 PM: So when does buggy club get a chance to come check it out?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buddy boy on March 18, 2010, 08:15:45 PM: that is sooo choice !
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 18, 2010, 08:37:52 PM: Quote from: buggy1 on March 18, 2010, 07:42:54 PM
So when does buggy club get a chance to come check it out?
Maybe once I get it back on the pan..............................and clean up my garage lol_hitting
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on March 24, 2010, 08:24:24 AM: Time to get the body mounted...

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-pan2-march22.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-pan-march22.jpg)

Love those tail lights!
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-rear-mar-22.jpg)

Contact!

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-march22.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-dash~0.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-23-1.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-turn.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: steveo_32 on March 27, 2010, 10:43:39 PM: Looks Great dude!!
;)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Thomas on March 28, 2010, 12:39:49 PM: The colour looks great, can't wait to see it completed PDT_Armataz_01_37
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: josh on March 29, 2010, 06:18:39 PM: kick at geoff PDT_Armataz_01_37
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Bruce on March 29, 2010, 08:00:55 PM: Quote from: Geoff on March 24, 2010, 08:24:24 AM
Time to get the body mounted...
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-pan2-march22.jpg)
That clutch cable looks kinda long.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Chris on March 29, 2010, 08:08:17 PM: good thing you caught that bruce!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on April 24, 2010, 06:41:01 PM: Here's a few shots of the engine tined up. There are still a few things to do like rebuild the 32 Zenith, rebuild the fuel pump, proper coil bracket,swap the 009 for a 010 or 019 with black cap and some other odds and ends.
This is a 68 block that I converted to dog house for a little better cooling, other than that it's pretty much the way the Manxpower engines looked.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manxpower3.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manxpower2.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manxpower1.jpg)

Here's the powdercoated windsheild frame, looks close to the anodized finish but tends to scuff fairly easy.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/windsheild1.jpg)

The windsheild is just resting in place as I need to find a seal for the bottom.

In this pic you can see how short the lower windsheild seal between the frame and hood is. It has shrunk some but must have been cut at some point? It's short on both sides by roughly the same amount. I'd like to find a new seal or patch this one with another. Worst case i'll find something else to use.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/windsheild2.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: 70's Looker on April 24, 2010, 10:12:40 PM: oh geoff, you really gonna put that empi steering wheel in that?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Bruce on April 25, 2010, 11:00:22 AM: Pull that seal out so you can see what it's profile is like. Then go to Spae-Naur, they have many different profiles.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on May 02, 2010, 03:21:15 PM: Got a few hours in on the buggy this weekend. I had an old sidewinder style exhaust but it wasn't the correct one and I didn't really like the look of the larger glasspack on the ones the Manx Store now sells, so....

I went about building my own, not quite finished but ya get the idea. I found an NOS Glasspack from 1969 so I think it should look the part.

Here's the header.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/sidewinder1.jpg)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buggy1 on May 02, 2010, 05:43:10 PM: Those windshield frames can be a real bear especially when working with old glass. Rob and I spent a weekend on his and we still don't have it to where we were totally happy with it. The old glass is an inch thick in the top corner and not quite straight so it made for a lot of fun.
Good luck
Andy
The buggys are starting to come out of hibernation so its just about time for a buggy cruise!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: fukenbroken on May 03, 2010, 11:01:36 AM: WOW! :o looks awsome Geoff looks like another cover car coming from Canada with your name on it
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on May 06, 2010, 08:11:39 AM: Thanks to Russ at Frances Andrew site Furnishings I was able to get a new bumper bar bent up. The old original Manx bumper was in less than great shape with the lower bar badly damaged.
Before

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-bump1.jpg)

After
(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-bump2.jpg)

a little more welding and sanding and it's off to the chrome shop!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buggybilly on May 17, 2010, 09:06:22 PM: Geoff,

looks amazing, having built one I thought was nice.
This again another level. nice work, love the OG Manx touches.
All the windsheild rubbers i have seen and have had were short an equal amount at both ends.
these thing are FUN..
cant wait to see it finished.
Cheers,
Bill
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on May 18, 2010, 07:44:36 AM: When I built the HebRod I used a convertable windsheild bow seal and thought it may be close. I ordered one up and with a pair of scissors trimed a small flap off and it fits and works better than the orig! Best part is it was under $10

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-window-seal.jpg)

I went for my first drive! It was just down the lane and back a few times as I jetted the Zenith but it was a milestone.

First off I got my chrome back yesterday.... The front and rear bumpers really look nice considering what I started with.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-bump1.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-chrome~0.jpg)

Installed the Delswift mirror, Bumpers, skid plate and a few other things.

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-drive2.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/manx-drive1.jpg)

Lots more to do tomorrow. I still need to build the air filter (old school oil bath) licence plate mount, root etc..

Anyways just wanted to share the big day! I love driving this already.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Jord63 on May 18, 2010, 12:38:32 PM: Congrats Geoff PDT_Armataz_01_37. That thing looks very cool, nice work.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Chris E. on May 18, 2010, 01:26:21 PM: Great job Geoff. Car looks wicked and I can't wait to see it up close. Most people on the asf can appreciate the manx and its history, but it's just too bad that when you're cruising around in it most people who pause to take a look won't realize the rarity of the vehicle and that it's not just another glass buggy.

I compare it to any one of the incredible cars that comes out of the DVKK stable or where ever. If I hadn't seen the car before and up close and in magazine spreads, and it had just driven past me, I would admire it but I wouldn't be able to appreciate all the time, money and attention to detail that went into it. Although I'm sure you guys build them for yourselves to enjoy, in some small way we want everyone to enjoy them as well. I think you understand my point.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: rolls and pleats on May 19, 2010, 08:10:24 AM: You gots any picmtures of them seats with a chunk of naugahyde on em in that ther tub?
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: GRK on May 19, 2010, 08:39:38 PM: Geoff what did you coat the header with?

Gary
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: notchback on May 19, 2010, 09:22:23 PM: Vht 1500 degree paint
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on May 24, 2010, 08:55:32 PM: A quick vid of it running, so close to being done!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cRZEW62G54&feature=player_embedded
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: buddy boy on May 24, 2010, 09:44:54 PM: so choice.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: DarrenE on May 25, 2010, 12:14:29 AM: GREAT job Geoff!
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: steveo_32 on May 26, 2010, 08:27:27 AM: To give you guys a example of geoff's time, Never have a had a guy show up to the yard with serial numbers for generators and fuel pumps!!
Everything needed to be the exact era, style to be correct to the period!

Wicked build
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Shiftie on June 06, 2010, 01:29:49 PM: Ok Geoff, what are those tires you're running on the rear? Where did ya get them, how much did they cost? I love that classic look. I found my rear wheels in Chiliwack, but need tires. I'd love something like that that, or a low priced similar look.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on June 23, 2010, 06:29:50 PM: Had a great trip with the buggy in So Cal, Here are a couple pics from Pismo Beach.

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fpismo1.jpg&hash=f1c48fa7c93e9cd5486a639e344b360193712fc6)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-sand.jpg&hash=d8c02ef9dafbae48f367bbc1ab017b18c68165fd)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: mizovalgrl on June 23, 2010, 06:46:37 PM: That looks awesome. Did you drive it all that way.? I just love Pismo Beach. One of my fav's.... You're so very talented.... I can't wait until your next project... ;D
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on June 23, 2010, 08:11:17 PM: Quote from: mizovalgrl on June 23, 2010, 06:46:37 PM
That looks awesome. Did you drive it all that way.? I just love Pismo Beach. One of my fav's.... You're so very talented.... I can't wait until your next project... ;D

Next project should be underway very soon! :o
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: red snapper on June 23, 2010, 08:13:33 PM: Nice job as usual Geoff. Cant wait to see it in person. PDT_Armataz_01_37
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Jeremy on June 23, 2010, 08:47:10 PM: Great job Geoff!! PDT_Armataz_01_37
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: 70's Looker on June 23, 2010, 09:12:41 PM: Quote from: Geoff on June 23, 2010, 08:11:17 PM
Quote from: mizovalgrl on June 23, 2010, 06:46:37 PM
That looks awesome. Did you drive it all that way.? I just love Pismo Beach. One of my fav's.... You're so very talented.... I can't wait until your next project... ;D

Next project should be underway very soon! :o

i heard some rumblings about this cant seem to remember all the details though haha
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on June 29, 2010, 06:55:36 PM: While building my Manx I was looking all over for info and documents regarding what was correct for my year Manx. I talked with a good friend (Deano at Hot VW's) and he told me in his archives he had some orig build instructions for the Manx from 68.

Well I never had the chance until a few weeks ago to look into this, What I found was quite amazing.

Deano passed me the file and when we opened it I was amazed to see a complete instruction set for the Manx, The Toad, all wiring as well as the Camping moduals among other things. Then the best part! Inside was aprox 10 orig 8x11 black and white glossy photos used for the orig Meyers catalog!! The pics were taken by one of the Hot VW's staff back in the 60's. I have contacted Bruce and winnie and they have copies of most already but Deano will copy anything they do not already have.

Here are a few pic's

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fwire.jpg&hash=8967e8954f90a2cd796932b732d10f7bbed816da)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fwheel.jpg&hash=31631fefde40fd44b069cfb7e61fef3bd469f91b)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fshock1.jpg&hash=9cb6a7d0194dd95c4a2982ec1e1ec18eb49d37d4)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fskid.jpg&hash=557b534e0a30668def18ec52f3459eeab41f0504)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fshock.jpg&hash=4d13fcdcc1c0984a1631a8e68207f9a9ce910e98)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fnormal_seat.jpg&hash=2d9d75cc9ce591d8be9df94e85a384d3642cb040)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fexh.jpg&hash=337886991a94492ca9cf9cf8e28dc8e75e6c49a6)

a few more..

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/wheel2.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/seat2.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/roll1.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/guard.jpg)

(https://airspeedparts.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10002/adapt.jpg)

And some of the amazing instructions that were found!

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-pages2.jpg&hash=3d346d051bc8c7772c09e76a609e5bfcb42288cd)

(https://airspeedparts.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.airspeedparts.com%2Fgallery%2Falbums%2Fuserpics%2F10002%2Fmanx-pages.jpg&hash=907bf4b6e31afb053b576357e7471dff1ef99445)
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: chax on January 18, 2013, 04:22:37 AM: Hi !

I would be very interested with this documentation, especially the wiring harness schematics.

Would you please consider sending a copy to me ?

Thanks.
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: Geoff on January 18, 2013, 08:48:19 AM: Here you go

http://www.tjkustoms.com/pdf/Manx.pdf
Title: Re: June 1968 Meyers manx resto, Project "This old Manx"
Post by: chax on January 20, 2013, 03:13:44 AM: Thanx a lot !