The BMW navigation system was never going to be pursued, but the bracket and mounting took up a lot of room. It was located right […]
Pickup and Transport
As an engineer, you are in two minds when purchasing something from another engineer. Mind one is the engineer who has chosen the item because […]
The RT Legacy
There are some lessons that I cannot seem to learn. There are many instances on these pages of the CV garage returning over and over […]
I Like The RT
There are some lessons that I cannot seem to learn. There are many instances on these pages of the CV garage returning over and over […]
Right Tires
The thin white wall tires look great on the bus. They are cosmetically great to look at. However, they were passenger tires that made cornering […]
About Those Bumpers
Well, few things in the gear head world are universally agreed upon, but the bumpers on the 1974 to 1976 BMW 2002 are unanimously considered […]
More Fluids – Oil Change
The brake fluid has been changed, and there is no coolant, so that leaves oils. For the first fluid change, I am not fussy about […]
Stopping and Topping
If the steering was scary, then the brakes were terrifying. They would appear to be adequate, and then sink to the floor without much notice […]
Wheels and Tires
Fourteen inch light truck tires are not plentiful. Few major brands are still producing hoops, and the commercial brands are unfamiliar. They are also pricey […]
Focus on the floor
A good working session on the floor consisted of removing old bitumastic, scraping, and painting with POR-15. One small section got a patch welded in. […]
Lane Departure
The brief test ride of the Westy proved that it is a dangerous machine in current form. The steering had about 20 degrees of arc […]
Many Small Things
where to begin? Cleaning of the upholstery produced surprisingly good results. The passenger side mirror is properly secured, some POR-15 is applied to a few […]
Wind Shielding
The cosmetic piece of plastic in front of the TFT display can hardly be called a windshield. And it turns out that it is affixed […]
Prepare to Mate
In another sure sign of progress, the car leaves its resting place to be reunited with the engine. ….
Coming to Grips
it is amazing how many little things you have customized on a bike you have had for a long time. They are only noticeable once […]
The Electronics Ride
It is the mark of modern technology, that I am dedicating an entire post to the electronics associated with this new machine. They are so […]
Hijacked by Hinges
The sole sideview mirror on the bus also functions as the hinge pin for the door. The passenger side did not have a mirror at […]
Refreshed Block and Head
The motor is coming together with the bored block ready to receive the lovely new pistons and be reunited with the refreshed and ported head…
The Mother of All Relays
For reasons which I cannot determine, even with research online, VW decided to use the most complex of relays for a simple tried and true […]