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<body class='hmmessage'><div dir='ltr'>Hi please help me<br><br>I'm looking for seat runners or a seat track for my driver's seat (right side) Aussie<br>In my type 3 notchback sedan.<br><br>Where do I begin to look?<br><br>Thanking you in advance<br><br>Holly<br><br>> From: type3-vwtype3.org-request@lists.vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 4<br>> To: type3-vwtype3.org@lists.vwtype3.org<br>> Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 13:40:45 -0800<br>> <br>> Send type3-vwtype3.org mailing list submissions to<br>> type3-vwtype3.org@lists.vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to<br>> type3-vwtype3.org-request@lists.vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> You can reach the person managing the list at<br>> type3-vwtype3.org-owner@lists.vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific<br>> than "Re: Contents of type3-vwtype3.org digest..."<br>> <br>> <br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> _______________________________________________<br>> <br>> <br>> <br>> Today's Topics:<br>> <br>> 1. distributors... (FE Meek)<br>> 2. Re: distributor (Keith Park)<br>> 3. Re: distributor (Dave Hall)<br>> 4. Re: type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 3 (Fiesta Cranberry)<br>> 5. Re: distributors... (Brion Sabbatino)<br>> 6. Re: distributors... (Keith Park)<br>> 7. Re: type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 3 (Bobsnotch@aol.com)<br>> 8. Re: distributors... (Brion Sabbatino)<br>> <br>> <br>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 1<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 15:55:56 -0700<br>> From: FE Meek <ftalker@gmail.com><br>> To: "type3@vwtype3.org" <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: [T3] distributors...<br>> Message-ID: <19B3BBC9-2679-4A6F-9C21-1A2E379C7014@gmail.com><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii<br>> <br>> Hi there<br>> With Solexes and a stock engine, the German 009 is a perky and easily set choice, particularly with the Pertronix module. An 019 cast iron unit would be my first choice, but the German 009 is also very reliable, as Mr. Fye has implied.<br>> Clearly, they are not the best choice for most built-up engines and obviously not even an option for FI, but they're not the boogeyman they often are labeled. Their shortcoming is a very limited, (20*), curve. So, the initial setting needs to be more advanced, (even at sea level), than other dizzys with greater curves, the 010, 018, 022 and BR4. But, none of those are optimal for stock, carbed VW engines with stock, or near stock cams.<br>> Hope this helps.<br>> Best regards,<br>> FE Meek<br>> <br>> Sent from my iPad<br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 2<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 18:50:36 -0500<br>> From: "Keith Park" <topnotch@nycap.rr.com><br>> To: <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributor<br>> Message-ID: <19.0E.06451.743C6545@cdptpa-oedge02><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"<br>> <br>> Bob makes a good point, the AT has to idle under load, it makes quite a<br>> quandry for those that want carbs, often folks just jack up the idle speed<br>> to make do and thats hard on the tranny. The Carbbed auto also had a<br>> different modulator, all part that are unobtainium here in the US put<br>> perhaps some of the Euro advertisers on the Samba may be able to supply the<br>> correct parts... many hang out here and will post what your looking for<br>> within a day or 2 if they have it.<br>> <br>> KEith<br>> <br>> <br>> Topnotch Restorations<br>> topnotch@nycap.rr.om<br>> http://www.a383ina68.addr.com/radiorest/main.htm<br>> 71 Squareback "Hothe"<br>> 65 Squareback "Eggcrate"<br>> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"<br>> 93 RX7 "Redstur"<br>> 87 Golf "Winterat"<br>> <br>> <br>> -----Original Message-----<br>> From: type3-vwtype3.org [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces@lists.vwtype3.org]<br>> On Behalf Of Bobsnotch@aol.com<br>> Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 3:11 PM<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributor<br>> <br>> In a message dated 11/2/2014 11:23:39 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, <br>> fiestacranberry@gmail.com writes:<br>> <br>> Well, the 009 is about the worst choice so anything other than that is an<br>> improvement. You really want the distributor that matches those carbs, if<br>> they are stock then probably the 66-7 distributor would be the best choice,<br>> if aftermarket you can only guess, probably a 69FI distributor and just not<br>> use the vacuum can as there is nowhere to properly hook it on the<br>> aftermarket carbs.<br>> <br>> Keith<br>> <br>> They are stock Solexes. off a '67 SB. Thanx, everyone---I will pass this<br>> on to Jason.<br>> <br>> Lori<br>> <br>> Keep in mind that a 66 or 67 stock distributor will be a vac advance only, <br>> and might not plat nice with the AT.<br>> It might be worth doing some investigation work on what the European cars <br>> (that had carbs and AT) used. I only mention it, as other countries got <br>> both carbs and the AT combo. The USA only got FI and AT together. Just a <br>> thought.<br>> <br>> Bob 65 Notch with Sunroof<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL:<br>> <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/9<br>> fe640d3/attachment.htm><br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> <br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 3<br>> Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 01:43:55 -0000<br>> From: "Dave Hall" <dave@hallvw.clara.co.uk><br>> To: <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributor<br>> Message-ID: <07ADF19A94694F99BBD3BFAE095D5225@DavidPC><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"<br>> <br>> The 311 905 205P (or 205S) were supplied for twin carb AT, but as Keith<br>> points out, not too many would have found their way to the USA, and not too<br>> common over this side either, as most Europeans used MT models, and still<br>> do.<br>> <br>> Dave<br>> UK VW Type 3&4 Club<br>> =================== <br>> <br>> -----Original Message-----<br>> From: type3-vwtype3.org [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces@lists.vwtype3.org]<br>> On Behalf Of Fiesta Cranberry<br>> Sent: 02 November 2014 19:24<br>> To: VW list<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributor<br>> <br>> Well, the 009 is about the worst choice so anything other than that is an<br>> improvement. You really want the distributor that matches those carbs, if<br>> they are stock then probably the 66-7 distributor would be the best choice,<br>> if aftermarket you can only guess, probably a 69FI distributor and just not<br>> use the vacuum can as there is nowhere to properly hook it on the<br>> aftermarket carbs.<br>> <br>> Keith<br>> <br>> They are stock Solexes. off a '67 SB. Thanx, everyone---I will pass this on<br>> to Jason.<br>> <br>> Lori<br>> <br>> --<br>> "I wrestled with reality for 36 years, and I'm happy to say I've finally won<br>> out over it."<br>> ---Elwood P. Dowd<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL:<br>> <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/1<br>> 47b1122/attachment.htm><br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org To unsubscribe or change<br>> subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> <br>> ---<br>> This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active.<br>> http://www.avast.com<br>> <br>> <br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 4<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 19:17:44 -0800<br>> From: Fiesta Cranberry <fiestacranberry@gmail.com><br>> To: VW list <type3-vwtype3.org@lists.vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 3<br>> Message-ID:<br>> <CAD=5u+JCQqu3aJzWmbOd0-eXpgDNX-q8o2Sm5LDmv6j=R95SoA@mail.gmail.com><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"<br>> <br>> Just heard from Jason. He says:<br>> <br>> <br>> I was able to score a nice svda dizzy with Pertronics electronic ignition.<br>> I had to spend a bit of time modifying the throttle mount and syncing and<br>> adjusting the carbs. She holds a nice low idle while not dying in gear.<br>> MUCH more drivable!<br>> <br>> ?So things are looking good! He may also be able to fix my seat.<br>> <br>> Lori?<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL: <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/01dc2832/attachment.htm><br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 5<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 22:18:38 -0500<br>> From: Brion Sabbatino <brionsab@msn.com><br>> To: type3 <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> Message-ID: <BLU402-EAS210EE882F3BB0B00EC6D079CD990@phx.gbl><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"<br>> <br>> True, the German 009 is a quality built distributor . The Mexican and Chinese built units are a crap shoot. Some advance more than others. In any event, even the best 009 lacks the curve of the correctly matched distributor. And if memory serves me right, the correct distributor also retards the timing on the number three cylinder to help prevent over heating of it.<br>> <br>> <br>> Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone<br>> <br>> <br>> -------- Original message --------<br>> From: FE Meek <ftalker@gmail.com><br>> Date:11/02/2014 5:58 PM (GMT-05:00)<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> Hi there<br>> With Solexes and a stock engine, the German 009 is a perky and easily set choice, particularly with the Pertronix module. An 019 cast iron unit would be my first choice, but the German 009 is also very reliable, as Mr. Fye has implied.<br>> Clearly, they are not the best choice for most built-up engines and obviously not even an option for FI, but they're not the boogeyman they often are labeled. Their shortcoming is a very limited, (20*), curve. So, the initial setting needs to be more advanced, (even at sea level), than other dizzys with greater curves, the 010, 018, 022 and BR4. But, none of those are optimal for stock, carbed VW engines with stock, or near stock cams.<br>> Hope this helps.<br>> Best regards,<br>> FE Meek<br>> <br>> Sent from my iPad<br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL: <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/2d90a218/attachment.htm><br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 6<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 22:21:15 -0500<br>> From: "Keith Park" <topnotch@nycap.rr.com><br>> To: <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> Message-ID: <4A.89.17456.AA4F6545@cdptpa-oedge03><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"<br>> <br>> Yes, remember... the 009 (the original one) is for a constant RPM<br>> industrial engine, nothing like the use a street engine see's.<br>> <br>> Keith<br>> <br>> <br>> Topnotch Restorations<br>> topnotch@nycap.rr.om<br>> http://www.a383ina68.addr.com/radiorest/main.htm<br>> 71 Squareback "Hothe"<br>> 65 Squareback "Eggcrate"<br>> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"<br>> 93 RX7 "Redstur"<br>> 87 Golf "Winterat"<br>> <br>> -----Original Message-----<br>> From: type3-vwtype3.org [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces@lists.vwtype3.org]<br>> On Behalf Of Brion Sabbatino<br>> Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 10:19 PM<br>> To: type3<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> True, the German 009 is a quality built distributor . The Mexican and<br>> Chinese built units are a crap shoot. Some advance more than others. In any<br>> event, even the best 009 lacks the curve of the correctly matched<br>> distributor. And if memory serves me right, the correct distributor also<br>> retards the timing on the number three cylinder to help prevent over heating<br>> of it.<br>> <br>> <br>> Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone<br>> <br>> <br>> -------- Original message --------<br>> From: FE Meek <ftalker@gmail.com><br>> Date:11/02/2014 5:58 PM (GMT-05:00)<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> Hi there<br>> With Solexes and a stock engine, the German 009 is a perky and easily set<br>> choice, particularly with the Pertronix module. An 019 cast iron unit would<br>> be my first choice, but the German 009 is also very reliable, as Mr. Fye has<br>> implied.<br>> Clearly, they are not the best choice for most built-up engines and<br>> obviously not even an option for FI, but they're not the boogeyman they<br>> often are labeled. Their shortcoming is a very limited, (20*), curve. So,<br>> the initial setting needs to be more advanced, (even at sea level), than<br>> other dizzys with greater curves, the 010, 018, 022 and BR4. But, none of<br>> those are optimal for stock, carbed VW engines with stock, or near stock<br>> cams.<br>> Hope this helps.<br>> Best regards,<br>> FE Meek<br>> <br>> Sent from my iPad<br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL:<br>> <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/2<br>> d90a218/attachment.htm><br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> <br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 7<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 22:25:00 -0500<br>> From: Bobsnotch@aol.com<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 3<br>> Message-ID: <8ca84.584488ba.41884f8c@aol.com><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"<br>> <br>> In a message dated 11/2/2014 7:17:49 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, <br>> fiestacranberry@gmail.com writes:<br>> <br>> Just heard from Jason. He says:<br>> <br>> <br>> I was able to score a nice svda dizzy with Pertronics electronic ignition.<br>> I had to spend a bit of time modifying the throttle mount and syncing and<br>> adjusting the carbs. She holds a nice low idle while not dying in gear.<br>> MUCH more drivable!<br>> <br>> ?So things are looking good! He may also be able to fix my seat.<br>> <br>> Lori<br>> <br>> <br>> Sounds like you've found a very good mechanic Lori. Nice job. : ) Congrats.<br>> <br>> Bob 65 Notch with Sunroof<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL: <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/1649bfa3/attachment.htm><br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Message: 8<br>> Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 22:27:32 -0500<br>> From: Brion Sabbatino <brionsab@msn.com><br>> To: type3 <type3@vwtype3.org><br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> Message-ID: <BLU402-EAS10894B199851254404F2E09CD990@phx.gbl><br>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"<br>> <br>> Looks like she got a SVDA distributor. If it is a solid German one that is great. It will give a drivable curve. There are a lot of questionable ones out there. It is the next best thing to the correct euro distributor. All should be good and another type 3 is saved, preserved, and being driven.<br>> <br>> <br>> Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone<br>> <br>> <br>> -------- Original message --------<br>> From: Keith Park <topnotch@nycap.rr.com><br>> Date:11/02/2014 10:21 PM (GMT-05:00)<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> Yes, remember... the 009 (the original one) is for a constant RPM<br>> industrial engine, nothing like the use a street engine see's.<br>> <br>> Keith<br>> <br>> <br>> Topnotch Restorations<br>> topnotch@nycap.rr.om<br>> http://www.a383ina68.addr.com/radiorest/main.htm<br>> 71 Squareback "Hothe"<br>> 65 Squareback "Eggcrate"<br>> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"<br>> 93 RX7 "Redstur"<br>> 87 Golf "Winterat"<br>> <br>> -----Original Message-----<br>> From: type3-vwtype3.org [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces@lists.vwtype3.org]<br>> On Behalf Of Brion Sabbatino<br>> Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 10:19 PM<br>> To: type3<br>> Subject: Re: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> True, the German 009 is a quality built distributor . The Mexican and<br>> Chinese built units are a crap shoot. Some advance more than others. In any<br>> event, even the best 009 lacks the curve of the correctly matched<br>> distributor. And if memory serves me right, the correct distributor also<br>> retards the timing on the number three cylinder to help prevent over heating<br>> of it.<br>> <br>> <br>> Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone<br>> <br>> <br>> -------- Original message --------<br>> From: FE Meek <ftalker@gmail.com><br>> Date:11/02/2014 5:58 PM (GMT-05:00)<br>> To: type3@vwtype3.org<br>> Subject: [T3] distributors...<br>> <br>> Hi there<br>> With Solexes and a stock engine, the German 009 is a perky and easily set<br>> choice, particularly with the Pertronix module. An 019 cast iron unit would<br>> be my first choice, but the German 009 is also very reliable, as Mr. Fye has<br>> implied.<br>> Clearly, they are not the best choice for most built-up engines and<br>> obviously not even an option for FI, but they're not the boogeyman they<br>> often are labeled. Their shortcoming is a very limited, (20*), curve. So,<br>> the initial setting needs to be more advanced, (even at sea level), than<br>> other dizzys with greater curves, the 010, 018, 022 and BR4. But, none of<br>> those are optimal for stock, carbed VW engines with stock, or near stock<br>> cams.<br>> Hope this helps.<br>> Best regards,<br>> FE Meek<br>> <br>> Sent from my iPad<br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL:<br>> <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/2<br>> d90a218/attachment.htm><br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> -------------- next part --------------<br>> An HTML attachment was scrubbed...<br>> URL: <http://lists.vwtype3.org/pipermail/type3-vwtype3.org/attachments/20141102/e9798211/attachment.htm><br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> Subject: Digest Footer<br>> <br>> _______________________________________________<br>> VWType3.Org mailing list - type3@vwtype3.org<br>> To unsubscribe or change subscription options, visit:<br>> http://lists.vwtype3.org/listinfo.cgi/type3-vwtype3.org<br>> If you need more help, contact: gregm@vwtype3.org<br>> <br>> <br>> ------------------------------<br>> <br>> End of type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 50, Issue 4<br>> ************************************************<br> </div></body>
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