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    Vanagon transporter converted to truck (pics)

    02-06-2009 04:43 PM #1
    I wanted to share a few photos of a project that my father has been working on....it started life as a transporter and was shaped into what you see before you. my dad did all of the modifications himself as well as a subaru 6 cylinder conversion....enjoy the pics

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    02-06-2009 06:14 PM #2
    wow, nice work !!
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    Re: (Crankey)

    02-06-2009 08:15 PM #3
    I shared it.
    http://www.thesamba.com/vw/for...89908

    Pretty neat!

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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-06-2009 10:37 PM #4
    That thing is sweet as hell. It looks like it actually started as a Vanagon instead of a transporter. Was it a double cab? Any extension if the cab?
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (Spectaculiciousnes)

    02-06-2009 11:36 PM #5
    You have a very talented father. Great work!
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-07-2009 12:35 AM #6
    That is really great work. you father has all my respect.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (Spectaculiciousnes)

    02-07-2009 12:44 AM #7
    Quote, originally posted by Spectaculiciousnes »
    That thing is sweet as hell. It looks like it actually started as a Vanagon instead of a transporter. Was it a double cab? Any extension if the cab?

    uhh.. he meant 7 pass vanagon (rather obvious ). some people refer to the vanagons or buses as "transporters" which is technically correct.

    anyway that is totally cool...awesome job...and awesome welding skills!! i love how he shortened the sliding door to make the side door (it still slides??) and how he shortened the rear hatch..

    your dad is a true master welder...
    awwesome work...

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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-07-2009 01:41 AM #8
    WOW! That's impressive and clean!!!
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (java959)

    02-07-2009 02:05 AM #9
    Truly excellent! I'm speechless...
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (Vanagon-S)

    02-07-2009 09:36 AM #10
    WOW!!! Absolutely unbeleivable. I'd like to see pics of the "cargo" area! Great work!
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    02-07-2009 11:58 AM #11
    I have never seen anithing like this.

    it looks amazing.

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    Re: (Mr. Sparky)

    02-07-2009 12:37 PM #12
    looks sweet i'm looking to do something like that to a 93 eurovan..

    that thing is sweet..

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    Re: (onequickg60)

    02-07-2009 03:35 PM #13
    **** me that looks good! And the rear "hatch" and the slider still work? Awesome work. Any more pics of the tailgate and bed area?
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    02-07-2009 03:37 PM #14
    I just noticed...mirrors look suspiciously like those on my 08 Jeep JK. Nicely done, they look like they belong on a Vanagon.
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    Re: (iamsuperdan)

    02-08-2009 04:39 PM #15
    the mirrors are off a new jeep...good call
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    02-10-2009 08:00 AM #16
    Wow, very nice work.
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    02-10-2009 12:01 PM #17
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    02-10-2009 12:02 PM #18
    Oh yeah, wheres the front turn signals located?
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    Re: (unimogken)

    02-10-2009 12:10 PM #19
    Quote, originally posted by unimogken »
    Oh yeah, wheres the front turn signals located?

    My guess in the main headlights - a closer look I see the bottom of the headlight is red/orange?

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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-10-2009 06:50 PM #20
    Does anyone know anything about the mirrors? I like them for a non powered mirror option.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-10-2009 07:34 PM #21
    You have a cool dad.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (westylife)

    02-11-2009 10:17 PM #22
    Quote, originally posted by westylife »
    Does anyone know anything about the mirrors? I like them for a non powered mirror option.

    Head to your local Jeep dealer and ask for a set of mirrors for the 07-09 JK. Or try http://www.quadratec.com They may have aftermarket knockoffs available by now. Jeep is my otrher automotive love.


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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (iamsuperdan)

    02-18-2009 11:26 AM #23
    Wow that thing is just awesome; my Tristar is jealous.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (Paul@VWvortex)

    02-20-2009 01:46 PM #24
    Do you have any more pictures of it, such as from the bed looking forward to the cab, and any build photos too.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (mr.cakes)

    02-21-2009 02:10 AM #25
    Excellent work! Very nice!
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (papa_vw)

    03-13-2009 08:33 AM #26
    Here's a truck that's very similar:

    http://www.thesamba.com/vw/cla...55175

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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (CdnVWJunk-e)

    03-20-2009 09:50 PM #27
    That is very cool! I like that the sliding door was not taken out.
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (Beetsport)

    10-14-2009 09:22 PM #28
    I saw OP's truck in Hot vw's magazine this month. I love it!

    I want to do something like this with a TDI engine but I dont have 400 hours for the body work.

    Oh and here's a link to a crappy one...
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    10-19-2009 02:40 PM #29
    LOVE IT
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    Re: Vanagon transporter converted to truck (CoolAirVw)

    10-20-2009 05:23 PM #30
    Quote, originally posted by CoolAirVw »
    I saw OP's truck in Hot vw's magazine this month.

    Same here I loved it. Glad it is posted on here. Nice work and a lot of attention to detail in it.

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    05-05-2012 08:05 PM #32
    I know this thread is old as dirt but I can't help to post how amazing this thing is.
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    12-12-2012 01:29 AM #34
    Hello "mr.cakes" your work is very impressive! Just continue your good work! Thanks for sharing!
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    02-17-2013 04:55 PM #35
    Quote Originally Posted by 54321chris View Post
    I know this thread is old as dirt but I can't help to post how amazing this thing is.
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