Posts made by deanclean

@tody its in pretty great shape. I wouldn’t say restored, but it’s in great shape for its age. Lots of work done but still a great car to drive and enjoy

I finally picked up my VW single cab from Poland the other day. Drove it home from Toronto with no issues. I think my kid likes it more than I do!

A couple quick photos of my custom boots. Wasn’t sure I would like the western toe but I do!

@Jack @ZackB thanks for the input. I’ll grab a couple of each!

Can anyone recommend a “heel grip” for their boots? I just got my custom boots a couple days ago. The left one is perfect but the right one has a bit too much heel slip for my liking. Heel grip or another option you guys use?

Wow sold out already!

Just grabbed one. I think the photos did it for me!

@Shane-B those are awesome!

Just thought I would post some well worn photos of my pair. I can’t remember how many years ago I bought them but I wear them pretty much daily for work. We are supposed to wear blue pants and shirt as part of the uniform but the clothes provided are basically junk and very ill fitting (one size fits none) I’ve just always worn these and no one has ever said a thing.

@tody thanks for that. You can never have too many resources when it comes to these things! And I will always need parts.

Yes I’ve seen a couple as well. I thought they looked horrible at first but now they are growing on me.

Well the price of the truck itself was very reasonable. There is nothing for sale in this shape in all of Canada from what I could find. I found one that was pretty good and they wanted more than what this cost. I think since they are sort of rare that everyone thinks they have a pot of gold. I think in the end though I will end up paying more. Shipping is a killer, then duty, then I have to pay tax, get a safety, etc. the shipping alone is about $4500 CAD. With all that other stuff on top.

Thanks @endo it looks good and was inspected but it doesn’t make me any less nervous. I’ve always loved these. My wife doesn’t share the same enthusiasm but is happy for me so I guess that’s all that matters.

Well I’m now a proud owner of a 1979 VW T3 air cooled Transporter. It’s in Poland currently so now the journey begins for it to get to me in Canada. I’m pretty excited. These things really don’t exist here, especially in this good of shape. I had someone go inspect it and so far everything checks out. Hopefully I get it in a month or so.

Big Jays fan here. I just can’t believe what a roll these guys are on. That was the first time in franchise history they swept the Yankees at home. I thought maybe they would split that series if they were lucky. Now being a Jays fan I also know in a couple weeks they could be in last place in the division so I’ll just enjoy this while I can.

I didn’t think clothing envy existed until I read this post. Great jacket @denim-dawg

Lots of reviews on 1985 VW Single Cabs haha @Matt

Those slate trucks look pretty cool @endo i put the $50.00 deposit down for one but since I am in Canada we are not on the list yet. It still keeps my place in line though for when they eventually sell here. In the meantime I’m looking at a 1985 VW Transporter single cab to keep me busy.

Mine got here yesterday. Just pulled them on right now. They are awesome. I’ve really only had the 25oz jeans and had forgotten how nice it is to just slip into a pair.

Good question @pechelman I was thinking the same thing. I have my first custom order with them now. I have a feeling it must work pretty well if you follow all instructions otherwise they probably wouldn’t offer that mail in measurement option. I was worried about maybe the tape was too loose or too tight or I wasn’t sitting right etc. I had my wife to the measurements and at the end of the day I think there is probably some wiggle room with the leather stretching and other little things you could do to improve the fit if it’s not perfect. Obviously though it hasn’t worked out for you twice now. I just sort of took the measurements sent them off and hope for the best.