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- 12th May 2022 - 12:16pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: '71 Fastback fuel gauge
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2256
Re: '71 Fastback fuel gauge
Thanks for the replies, I was hoping to be able to remove the gauge without having to mess with the fusebox. Oh well, time to get the Haynes manual out I suppose.
- 11th May 2022 - 10:44am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: '71 Fastback fuel gauge
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2256
'71 Fastback fuel gauge
Having sorted out a problem of the float in the fuel gauge sender unit sticking I now have another fuel gauge related problem. Whilst driving along, if I go over a bump the fuel gauge will fluctuate wildly, sometimes sticking at empty, a tap on the dashboard above the gauge will bring it back to the...
- 12th May 2020 - 4:23pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Heat exchangers
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2138
Heat exchangers
Just taken my fastback out for a run and it was a little chilly so I put the heater on. It's the first time the heater has been properly used in 33 years. After a while I started to feel a little light headed so I guess I need new heat exchangers! The question is where is the best place to source a ...
- 21st February 2019 - 3:42pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback boot lock
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3495
Re: Fastback boot lock
Sorted
Even easier than I thought, the bolts on the lock mechanism were loose, just had to reposition the lock, tighten the bolts and apply a little grease.
Works a treat now!
Even easier than I thought, the bolts on the lock mechanism were loose, just had to reposition the lock, tighten the bolts and apply a little grease.
Works a treat now!
- 21st February 2019 - 2:24pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback boot lock
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3495
Re: Fastback boot lock
That's great, will take a look, thanks for the quick reply.
- 21st February 2019 - 10:44am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback boot lock
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3495
Fastback boot lock
The boot on my fast back has always required a good tug on the door pillar lever to get it open since it was new but recently it is becoming very hard to open and I am concerned that one day it will not be possible to open it. I presume that in 48 years of use the cable has stretched a bit. My quest...
- 23rd August 2018 - 7:45am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Wing beading
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4080
Wing beading
Is it still possible to get the seals that fit between the wings and body on a fastback.
The wings on mine are going to have to come off for some rust repairs and it looks like the seals may break up when the wings are removed
Just as important, can you get them in white?
The wings on mine are going to have to come off for some rust repairs and it looks like the seals may break up when the wings are removed
Just as important, can you get them in white?
- 23rd August 2018 - 7:41am
- Forum: Services
- Topic: Body repairs/respray
- Replies: 0
- Views: 8804
Body repairs/respray
Can anyone recommend somewhere in the Manchester/Cheshire area for some body repairs (couple of patches of rust on front wings) and a complete respray on a fastback?
- 18th May 2018 - 3:27pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Low ethanol petrol
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2692
Low ethanol petrol
Just had to replace some of the fuel hoses on my '71 fastback. Only 18 months old and the ethanol in modern fuel has made them split
Does anyone know which brand/grade of petrol has the lowest ethanol content?
Does anyone know which brand/grade of petrol has the lowest ethanol content?
- 19th July 2017 - 12:56pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback air filter
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3428
Re: Fastback air filter
Apologies, it wasn't type3konny, it was type3 headqauters.
http://type3headquarter.de/
My memory is failing!
http://type3headquarter.de/
My memory is failing!
- 14th July 2017 - 8:16am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback air filter
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3428
Re: Fastback air filter
Contacted typ3konny, he was very helpful. Replacement rubber joints are in the process of manufacture. in the meantime I degreased the old split ones with Cif Power and Shine kitchen cleaner, it worked better than proper engine degreaser! Then I covered them in Gorilla tape and it seems to have work...
- 8th July 2017 - 5:37pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fastback air filter
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3428
Fastback air filter
Hi My fastback has the standard oil bath air filter comprising 3 sections. The center section of oil bath and trunking to carburetors and 2 short sections immediately above the carbs. The sections are joined by rubber connectors which have perished and split. Does anyone know where I can get replace...
- 6th July 2017 - 11:04am
- Forum: Events Diary
- Topic: Tatton Park Knutsford Cheshire, August 6th.
- Replies: 17
- Views: 12675
Re: Tatton Park Knutsford Cheshire, August 6th.
Thanks for thinking of me but I am not available on 6th
- 2nd July 2017 - 3:41pm
- Forum: Type 3 Gallery
- Topic: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
- Replies: 10
- Views: 10886
Re: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
Update...... Chris finished all the work on the Fastback in early 2016 and due to other commitments (basically being damned busy), she sat in my garage SORNed for over a year with occasional foray onto the drive to circulate oil and fuel and stop the tyres flat spotting. But last week I got insuranc...
- 16th April 2016 - 4:49pm
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Fastback fuel sender unit
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2097
Fastback fuel sender unit
Does anyone know where I can find a working fuel sender unit for a type 3 fastback, 1971 vintage?
- 21st January 2016 - 10:06am
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Update:
Al working now except fuel tank sender which Chris Gilley has had problems sourcing. Apparently the paint has buffed up nicely.
Should be coming hone soon, will post some pics when she arrives.
Al working now except fuel tank sender which Chris Gilley has had problems sourcing. Apparently the paint has buffed up nicely.
Should be coming hone soon, will post some pics when she arrives.
- 14th December 2015 - 5:54am
- Forum: Type 3 Gallery
- Topic: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
- Replies: 10
- Views: 10886
Re: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
Thanks, the paintwork and chrome need some tlc but it seems pretty solid, no major tin worm.
- 12th December 2015 - 2:31pm
- Forum: Type 3 Gallery
- Topic: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
- Replies: 10
- Views: 10886
Re: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
Yes it is, Chris has been working on it on and off for a few weeks, with luck it should be back home before Christmas.
- 12th December 2015 - 8:37am
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Latest update: New tyres New exhaust New front calipers and rear brake cylinders. Fuel tank cut open, cleaned out and welded up, all fuel lines replaced. Windscreen washers now working. Original static seat belts refitted. NEW MOT :D Just needs insurance and tax. Does anyone know who might give a go...
- 23rd October 2015 - 8:54pm
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Latest news, she runs!
Fuel tank needs cleaning, fuel pump and starter needed replacing, but connected to a jury rigged fuel supply she stated and ran, a bit rough but no knocking or undue noises. pics on the type 3 gallery forum.
Fuel tank needs cleaning, fuel pump and starter needed replacing, but connected to a jury rigged fuel supply she stated and ran, a bit rough but no knocking or undue noises. pics on the type 3 gallery forum.
- 23rd October 2015 - 4:51pm
- Forum: Type 3 Gallery
- Topic: 1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
- Replies: 10
- Views: 10886
1971 Fastback sees daylight after 28 years
In the process of resurrecting my late father in law's fastback. Hasn't moved for 28 years. Here are some pics taken as she was pulled out of the garage. https://www.flickr.com/photos/34887841@N00/22224248050/in/dateposted-public/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/34887841@N00/21791108233/in/dateposted-...
- 23rd October 2015 - 4:36pm
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Update Ok, its been a long time since the last post but today my father in law's fastback saw daylight for the first time in 28 years! Bought a new battery and fitted it, all the lights and wipers work :D Starter motor engages but will not turn engine over :( Engine will turn over using spanner on a...
- 15th October 2014 - 11:55am
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Hi Brimfull
Good advice, perhaps I should leave the "patina" in place and put it on antiques roadshow
I thought Patina was a brand of pasta sauce?
Good advice, perhaps I should leave the "patina" in place and put it on antiques roadshow
I thought Patina was a brand of pasta sauce?
- 15th October 2014 - 9:09am
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Re: Advice on selling used type 3
Hi Dave The £2K to £3K price, is that for the car as it stands or as a clean runner? I had thought of taking it on myself but lack of space and time precludes that. To get it running again I would probably pay our local VW specialist (used to take my 1975 1303 to them for servicing) to do the work. ...
- 14th October 2014 - 2:52pm
- Forum: Virtual Clubhouse
- Topic: Advice on selling used type 3
- Replies: 18
- Views: 11221
Advice on selling used type 3
Hi, I have a question about Type 3 resale values. My (deceased) father in law's 1970 Type 3 has been sitting unused in a dry garage for 20+ years and I wanted to know roughly what it might be worth sold as a project car in its current state and as a good but not concours, runner, trying to decide wh...