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window_crank_001.jpg
322 viewsWhat the window lifter looks like with locating spring attached at bottom.
window_crank_010.jpg
322 viewsUsing a wire brush to clean the channel.
window_crank_011.jpg
322 viewsI used a Q-Tip to assist greasing the whole lifter channel.
window_crank_004.jpg
312 viewsClose-up of front side.
exhaust_02.jpg
312 viewsCracked heat shield welded up.
trailer_002.jpg
312 viewsClose-up of the single-to-double hitch the previous owner made. I had to use a 1.25" to 2" adapter to pull it behind my Jetta. Was a little squirly even though I went no faster than 60mph. Definitely will be stable once I make a real hitch for my Squareback.
trailer_007.jpg
312 viewsDetail of the pivot assembly. Has a Zerk fitting so the pivot can be lubricated. Nice!
breather_06.jpg
309 viewsClose-up of the internal pipe wrench, cam gear in the engaged position.
bbq_002.jpg
309 viewsAdam "Z Chef" working the Evo.
breather_03.jpg
307 viewsTop of breather showing PCV inside.
window_crank_006.jpg
307 viewsRemove window crank, door handle release trim (escutcheon), door card (panel) and remove vapor barrier. Remove the four shown bolts with a 10mm wrench.
trailer_005.jpg
306 viewsDetail of the left rear corner.
CB_breather_006.jpg
303 viewsClose-up of the foam and mesh. Again, nothing fancy. These are the original items.
exhaust_01.jpg
302 viewsAdded flanges to lower muffler-to-heat-exchanger pipes. Was previously "fixed" by welding the muffler to the exchanger. Thin metal sections strengthened where needed (holey) and tack welds added to keep parts from loosening.
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300 views
trailer_006.jpg
300 viewsOdd looking (original?) safety chain clip.
sat_show_morning_pano.jpg
298 views21 Type 3's lined up and ready to hit the show! Yes, there were that many at the camp ground
:-)
breather_08.jpg
295 views...then the spring rest washer...
breather_09.jpg
295 views...and finally place the spring and cap on the breather.
window_crank_002.jpg
294 viewsRemove locating spring and wire brush area -- and spring -- clean. Lubricate with grease.
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