My 1Z TDI Rabbit Truck Conversion

vw_nut · Jul 20, 2011

I changed the core support to put the round headlights out of the cabriolet, its not nessary to put the tdi in, but if you want A/C in the truck you will have to cut the core support to allow the compressor to fit. Then you have the a/c lines to contend with, later here you will see how i did them, im painting the truck right now but in the next 3 weeks i will be putting it all back together and will have pictures

dieselherb1 · Jul 30, 2011

So when will you be on tour with the truck?

vw_nut · Aug 5, 2011

How do I remove a thread

G60ING · Aug 5, 2011

vw_nut said:
How do I remove a thread

I hope you aren't serious but if you are contact a moderator. The progress looks good. Things don't always happen as quickly or as good as we hope, keep up the good work. I hope all is well.

vw_nut · Aug 21, 2011

All the Body Work is complete, truck is primed and were ready to jamb it all in then put it back together and paint it...been a long haul but almost done

dieselherb1 · Aug 21, 2011

Looks real smooth, what color is it getting? Also, how expensive were the A/C lines?

vw_nut · Aug 21, 2011

im putting the hoses together after its painted ill know then,,,,,,,,, its going charcoal gery metallic

vw_nut · Sep 9, 2011

Well last night we got the truck all jammed in, im finially ready to put it all together, so i am getting all my stuff together and will start working on getting the engine back running, exhaust, and A/C lines in. Below is the color the truck will be

47coeman · Sep 9, 2011

Way nice, you can be happy of your accomplishments.

contactpatch · Sep 10, 2011

This is a great project. You're almost done and it's looking awesome! I have a Mk1 AHU TDI project as well with a 1980 Rabbit but it's not nearly as far along as yours. Good luck!

charlevoixboy · Sep 11, 2011

Looks great! Keep us posted

vw_nut · Sep 22, 2011

i went and got all my A/C Lines finished i just had to fit them to the truck and then do the final crimp to make them complete, it took a little more than i thought but its all doneThe last small line going to the receiver dryer i will finish when everything is in its place, have to make sure everything will clear

rackaracka · Sep 22, 2011

Looking awesome! Did you shoot some color on that body yet?

vw_nut · Sep 22, 2011

not yet i am getting everything done in the engine bay before i paint so i dont have to lean over the fenders and work, been really busy at work and i am waiting on a fitting so i can finish up, im gonna fire it up this weekend i hope

vw_nut · Oct 2, 2011

This week is my final week before paint on Saturday, I'm waiting on 1 fitting for the water side of the intercooler, I have the tank mounted and lines run to the pump, I then can test it for leaks when the fitting arrives then I can bolt the fenders on for the final time before paint. Were installing the battery box Monday night, get the battery hooked up and it will be ready for the paint shop. it's finially coming together

sccaddy · Oct 4, 2011

Anyone thought of cutting the back of the cab and extending it back for more room? I need the leg room. Nice build vw_nut! Been wanting to do this for a while. I have removed everything in the bay except for the batt tray. I got some rust that needs attn above the towers. Bought a 96 passat 3 months ago just to swap it, but its borderline to nice to use as a donor car. So its a daily for now. Yr build make me want to start a new project. Have three at once right now. may wait. Did u make the 30 gal tank?

vw_nut · Oct 5, 2011

Thanks and no it came in a truck I bought, they made them in the early 80's but I have only seen a few

vw_nut · Oct 5, 2011

I have not heard of anyone doing an extended cab but I have seen a 4 door truck

sccaddy · Oct 5, 2011

Yea, I've seen a few 4 doors made. Thought it would be easier to extend the rear of the cab rather than cut the caddy down the middle and use rabbit doors off a 2 door. They are longer. Just don't want the cab to warp or move after its cut.

vw_nut · Oct 6, 2011

I know of a fabricator here who could do it but he's high but very good

sccaddy · Oct 6, 2011

Send me his name and number if you would! I just went through Nashville on the way to Franklin, KY to pickup the 96.

vw_nut · Oct 8, 2011

The day arrived, I got it to the paint shop and got it painted, i pick it up tomorrow...

G60ING · Oct 9, 2011

VERY Sharp looking a/c and paint work!

vw_nut · Oct 9, 2011

Thanks Frank its been a Long road to get here im finishing the battery box today, put coolant in it and water in the intercooler and its ready for starting

vw_nut · Oct 13, 2011

This is where i put the battery, i had a aluminum cover made for the battery to keep it protected, i have a little more work to do but should get it done tomorrow

rackaracka · Oct 13, 2011

You've really put together something special. If you can put up more pics when you get things together that would be apprecaited! Thanks for sharing this awesome build.

vw_nut · Oct 13, 2011

Hey rackaracka, thanks for the comments, its been a fun build, i have a long way to go though im just getting to the fun stuff

vw_nut · Oct 15, 2011

Thesr are the wheels i picked out for the truck i ordered the tires

47coeman · Oct 15, 2011

Way nice !!!

slosrtnick · Oct 19, 2011

Wow! This is a very nice build! I just went through the entire 10 pages and learned a lot! Do you know how much money you've put into this build? (Minus labor of course) I'm pretty sure it's more than I could afford at the time, but I would love to do something like this one day.

Very, very nice!

Nick

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