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Post by starider on Dec 19, 2019 23:41:20 GMT
Hi,at last,after at least 20 years I've managed to find and purchase a 33 van,which I collect just after Christmas. It's down for a full restoration, so stand by Essex DAFs I'll be after parts once I've had a chance to look carefully at it and assess what needs to be done and parts needed.It hasn't run for sometime, so the first job is to fire it up and see if it moves!!.I realise van parts will be difficult to source, but as it's basically a car with a "bit" on the back and the knowledge I gained from working on the cars and vans back in the 1960s and 70s, I'm not at all daunted,though the restoration may take a little longer. Will give up-dates as the work progresses. PS I am not a new member!..............starider
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Post by mattsdafs on Dec 20, 2019 0:51:51 GMT
That's great news Tony,very happy for you and please keep us updated..
Will help with parts wherever we can
Pics as soon as poss please..😉
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Post by starider on Jan 20, 2020 22:32:20 GMT
Hi Matt, Sorry to hear about the move!! Are you still able to supply parts? I'm sure I will need more, but I need the following at the moment for the 33 Van,the rear coil spring rubber cushions[both sides] and a 12volt starter motor.I am trying to sort as many mechanicals before I start the body work,I need to road test before taking out the engine and primary.PM me with prices if available.Many thanks..........starider
PS The date of the postings is way out.
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Post by starider on Jan 24, 2020 0:22:45 GMT
PS Dates are OK now............starider
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Post by starider on Jan 26, 2020 11:24:59 GMT
Hi Matt, I have tried a company in Germany who can supply starters for DAF 55/66s, but not for 33/44s, I would be happy with a 12v which needs restoring..........starider
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Post by mattsdafs on Jan 28, 2020 0:31:21 GMT
Hi Tony..
I have a 12v starter and the rubber pads you need..starter tested and spins well..
As the starter is heavy and expect postage costs won't be cheap,do you still want this sent by Royal mail?..
Matt.
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Post by starider on Jan 30, 2020 0:06:01 GMT
Hi Matt, send it by Royal Mail.
Thanks Tony
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Post by starider on Feb 2, 2020 20:09:56 GMT
Hi, having sorted brakes,carb.,ignition and tuned,the van is ready for a road test,if the weather is dry.If mechanically OK following a road test I'll begin the bodywork. Will also begin a photographic record............starider
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Post by Nick on Feb 2, 2020 20:31:58 GMT
good luck with the road test mate !!
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Post by mattsdafs on Feb 2, 2020 22:27:11 GMT
Hope the road test goes well Tony..☺
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