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by Russ Smith
Sat Dec 15, 2012 7:03 am
Forum: 1966 Technical or Mechanical Forum
Topic: Do I have a true '66 Bug? Need help gurus
Replies: 4
Views: 4925

Thanks! I didn't realize so much information was on The Samba.
by Russ Smith
Wed Dec 12, 2012 7:50 am
Forum: 1966 Technical or Mechanical Forum
Topic: Do I have a true '66 Bug? Need help gurus
Replies: 4
Views: 4925

John, That's where I get a bit confused with this bug. I pulled some information previously and saw that according to the VIN and engine serial it was manufactured in August 1966. The odd thing is that it doesn't have any of the '67 features within the body and style. Another oddity is that I believ...
by Russ Smith
Tue Dec 11, 2012 8:13 pm
Forum: 1966 Technical or Mechanical Forum
Topic: Do I have a true '66 Bug? Need help gurus
Replies: 4
Views: 4925

Do I have a true '66 Bug? Need help gurus

My bug has all the features of a '66, but it has a 117 VIN and an HO 1500 engine. The lid emblem says "VW-1500". I have every reason to believe that it is all original. Is this possibly a US Military purchase while over seas? Can anyone help me out here?
Thanks, Russ
by Russ Smith
Fri Nov 16, 2012 10:07 am
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: Greetings from Vermont
Replies: 7
Views: 34076

Enjoy

Great looking bug!
by Russ Smith
Thu Nov 15, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: Hello from a UK 66 owner.
Replies: 3
Views: 9958

Welcome

I'm a new member myself, joining just this week. Enjoy the project! Russ
by Russ Smith
Tue Nov 13, 2012 12:26 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: Hello Everyone from Russ in Maryland
Replies: 1
Views: 3017

Hello Everyone from Russ in Maryland

Looking forward to sharing insights