The type that came stock on VW converts?
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The type that came stock on VW converts?
Is it going on a speedster or a bug. IM also has a lock system for the speedster trunk But if your in need of a vw lock contact West Coast Metric.
It's for my new VS. There are VW converts in my past: thus came the idea.
Or convert it to an electric solenoid either wired so it only works with ignition on or accessory --- or with a hidden switch. Wouldn't the VW latch mean a chrome handle with key on back of car? - yugh!
The VW convert featured an under the dash pull nob just like in my new VS, except the knob will only work when it has been put in the "unlocked" position by the key.
Seems like a must-have acessory to me............
Seems like a must-have acessory to me............
Yelp; Security is getting to be big problem.
The kit with the keyed pull button, like Henrey has at IM is nice.
(It has the key lock to the side of the interior trunk pull under the dash)
It would be nice if it was on the trunk handle But converting the porsche handle would require losing the crest and a rechrome after the mods.
But Like your Idea better!!!
Try: Cip-I,, West Coast Metric ,, or Interstate Vw Salvage.(used)
If you have to get by with a used one. It also would not hurt to place a ad. at....The Samba.com
The kit with the keyed pull button, like Henrey has at IM is nice.
(It has the key lock to the side of the interior trunk pull under the dash)
It would be nice if it was on the trunk handle But converting the porsche handle would require losing the crest and a rechrome after the mods.
But Like your Idea better!!!
Try: Cip-I,, West Coast Metric ,, or Interstate Vw Salvage.(used)
If you have to get by with a used one. It also would not hurt to place a ad. at....The Samba.com
And I take a load of crap because my reflectors are above my slice tailights rather than below!
When did Porsche ever put the trunk lid release handle under the dash on a Speedster?
When did Porsche ever put the trunk lid release handle under the dash on a Speedster?
Mike, You've committed another non-sequitur.
There are people on this site who love to bash anybody who departs from the absolute replication of the Speedster's design whether it's a safety feature (rear reflectors that reflect the beam of SUV's, or halogen headlights) a security feature (like a locking deck lid) or the fact that you don't have a gas filter and reserve tank valve below your dash.
My point is that exact "replication" requires embracing and including some serious design flaws that were in the original Speedster.
There are people on this site who love to bash anybody who departs from the absolute replication of the Speedster's design whether it's a safety feature (rear reflectors that reflect the beam of SUV's, or halogen headlights) a security feature (like a locking deck lid) or the fact that you don't have a gas filter and reserve tank valve below your dash.
My point is that exact "replication" requires embracing and including some serious design flaws that were in the original Speedster.
Hoo-Yah, Mike and Bill. I agree 100 percent.
Whatever makes you happy! That's why we've got the replicas, right? 'Cuz we can tinker and fool with 'em?
I'll be using the same kind of bear-claw latch they use on semi-trucks to keep the engine covers secured, but I'll be feeding cables from the dash in the front and the firewall in the rear to pins mounted on my hood and rear deck.
There will be rubber stoppers and steel pins involved, but I'm re-using VW Bug dash pulls for the releases. Those'll be the only visible parts, as they protrude from the sheet metal.
Kind of an ode to recycling. I dunno what I'll do about a lock. I figure if I'm able to put a tranny lock on it, it's going to help prevent someone figuring out the push-button starter, battery key and no-shift-pattern-having shifter and going for a joyride.
Whatever makes you happy! That's why we've got the replicas, right? 'Cuz we can tinker and fool with 'em?
I'll be using the same kind of bear-claw latch they use on semi-trucks to keep the engine covers secured, but I'll be feeding cables from the dash in the front and the firewall in the rear to pins mounted on my hood and rear deck.
There will be rubber stoppers and steel pins involved, but I'm re-using VW Bug dash pulls for the releases. Those'll be the only visible parts, as they protrude from the sheet metal.
Kind of an ode to recycling. I dunno what I'll do about a lock. I figure if I'm able to put a tranny lock on it, it's going to help prevent someone figuring out the push-button starter, battery key and no-shift-pattern-having shifter and going for a joyride.
After searching high & low with all the after market suppliers to no avail, I did find a '59 VW convert latch on Ebay for $23. It is now @ the lock shop getting keyyed. I'll provide photos when I get it installed.........