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Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual Fletcher Gillett

Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual By Fletcher Gillett

Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual by Fletcher Gillett


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Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual Summary

Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual: The step-by-step guide to the entire restoration process by Fletcher Gillett

The VW Transporter is one of the most iconic vehicles on the roads today. Introduced in 1967, and continuing in production until October 1979, the Bay was the successor to the legendary 'split-screen' Transporter, and is the second of five generations of van so far given the Transporter name by VW. Even the poorest examples of the 'Bay' now fetch significant money, and imports from drier climes continue to appear on British roads, so the case for restoring one of these hugely popular vehicles is increasingly attractive. Using the trusted Haynes practical step-by-step approach, this all-colour manual follows the restoration of a 1979 Devon camper from beginning to end, and provides expert advice on the problems likely to be encountered when working on vehicles that have seen over 35 years of use and, in Britain, as many years of rain, salt and mud. This is the only guide to restoring (or part-restoring) a 'Bay' you will ever need.

About Fletcher Gillett

Fletcher Gillett runs a small business repairing and restoring VW Transporters and other vehicles, with bodywork and structural repairs a speciality. He has contributed magazine articles and maintains a presence on VW forums where fellow enthusiasts can follow his restoration work. He lives in Brighton.

Table of Contents

Buying a suitable project van - what to look for and what to avoid, originality and paperwork. Planning a project - working space, timescales, tools, safety considerations. Strip-down and refit - removing and refitting panels and trim covered in a single chapter for easy reference. Specific chapters on structural repairs to chassis and underside, middle section, front end, front arches/steps and cab floors, rear arches, rear end and roof (including camper roofs). Bodywork - panel repair, trim, windows and seals, preparation, paint options and painting. Interior - removing/repairing interior, electrics (including adding a split-charge relay and mains hook-up). Mechanical - engine removal and refitting, carb rebuild, exhaust/heat exchangers, tinware refurbishment; overhaul of front beam, ball joints, bearings, brakes, steering box, CV joints, lowering (and un-lowering!), fuel tank, fuel sender and fuel lines.

Additional information

GOR008618853
9780857332455
0857332457
Volkswagen Bay Transporter Restoration Manual: The step-by-step guide to the entire restoration process by Fletcher Gillett
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Haynes Publishing Group
2014-04-02
320
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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