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If your car still has the original gearshift knob, it will tell you if it's a three speed or more likely, a four speed. The three speed is highly sought after by many members. I don't recommend mixing bias and radial tires. However, you may not have any spare unless you keep a bias for that purpose....

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The last set of tires I bought came from Tires-Easy at (877) 253-6191. If I remember correctly, they were Dutch tires (Vredestein or something like that.) They've been on my truck for about a year and seem to be fine.

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For tires, you'll need to decide whether you want to stay with the original bias ply (4.80 x 10) or go to radials (5.20 x 10.) There are no tires made in a radial whitewall (damn) so if you want whitewalls you'll need to stay with the primitive technology of bias tires. I'd recommend that you run bl...

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White Post is very spendy! Look for a cheaper resleever. (Maybe the one in Upland, CA .... can't remember the name.) Look on the lock for a number (like F650.) Then put a note here asking for the number of the key you need. If that is unsuccessful, any good locksmith should be able to make what you ...

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Welcome! Where do you live? Billy Paul has just made excellent reproductions of the dome lens. Good luck with your car. Roger Ward

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Andy, Welcome to the club. There's a lot of information on this site if you have the patience and interest to uncover it. Good luck with your car! Roger

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Welcome! I suggest that you (and everyone who hasn't) should list their location permanently in their postings. It will help others who want to help you.

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Mike: Carl got it partly right when he gave you that advice; here's what he was actually trying to say: club policy requires that whenever a newby (that's you) joins the club with more than one 360, he is obligated to share with the club members who don't yet have enough 360s to fill their needs. Fu...

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Kyle, The NOS hinges I have (not latches) are those pictured on your van, just above the holes where the tail lights go. If yours are good, then I would not replace them. Knowing if they need replacement is part of getting to know your van and what the condition is of each component. Until you reall...

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Kyle, before buying any parts, you're be well advised to: (1st) Go out and spend hours completely familiarizing yourself with your van. Write down every question that comes to mind and make a list of the parts you think you'll need. (2nd) Go visit someone (or several someones) who have a van and pic...

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Welcome to the club, Zac. There's a lot of help and information here if you're willing to dig thru and find it. Unfortunately for prospective van buyers, there's not much to choose from .... and what is available tends to be spendy. That said, vans in varying condition do turn up from time to time. ...

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Check your PMs for a mechanic referral .... and welcome to the club!

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The van in IL looks about average - for an Illinois vehicle. If there is no rust in the floors, I'd say it's worth $2500 - $3000. They turn up occasionally so you should not get crazy over this particular vehicle. I assume it does not run, so it will be that much more difficult for the owner to sell...

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There's a van on ebay now -- in Illinois, I think.

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Hi and welcome! First, figure out which model you want: sedan, van or pickup. Then, buy the very best example that you can(or cannot) afford. Then, plan to chase parts almost indefinitely, as there's not much in the way of parts to be had. Keep spending money you don't have for paint, chrome, etc. F...

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Get the very best 360 you can, without much regard to the price. The price you pay to dig out rust or replace irreplaceable parts or paint it or upgrade upholstery will pale when compared with having paid a little more for a better vehicle. Ask me how I know.

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What city are the vans in/near? It could make a difference in the value. I'd suggest you post pics and a description here and see what comments you get.

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I've used the "search" function only a few times; the results have always been unsatisfactory.

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No matter how little you know about computers, Ed, there's someone who knows less -- me!

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Kyle, The next time you're in my area (Arcadia), send me a PM and stop by. Right now, I have two vans (both visiting), two trucks (both mine, one restored) and another truck (mine, disassembled.) If you need him, I have a mobile mechanic who goes on-site to work on 360s; I guess he would come to Ven...

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Welcome to the group! As you know, Dwayne's van was heavily modified and a long way from stock; before you buy any parts for it, be sure they'll be usable.

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Kyle, As a long time 360 nut, I feel an obligation to help out newbies whenever I can. The bad news is that there are dozens of 360 vans in SoCal; most of them are partial restos which the owners have given up on: too much money spent on the project and no availability of parts. The good news is tha...

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Hi, Mark, Although rare, vans do turn up occasionally. Be aggressive about looking for one and have your money ready so you can move quickly when and if one becomes available. Get as much of an education as possible in advance, so you know what you're looking at. Very important: get the most complet...

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Welcome from a SoCal Subaru fan!! If you're inclined to look at my finished truck, you're welcome to visit me in Arcadia. I'll call you soon!! Roger Ward

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One of the best car shows of the year is almost here: Mooneyes on 12/8/12 at the Irwindale Raceway (just outside L.A.) !! Last year I had a friend of mine fly here from New Zealand specifically to attend -- (it's that good, particularly if you like kustoms!!) For anyone who wants to see the Toon Tru...

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Along with old one (Wayne), I say welcome to the club! Where are you? Roger

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Drew, welcome to the club! I may be parting out a complete pickup; watch this site for notification as I will post here if I do (or maybe I will make a Tiki Truck out of it. We'll see.)

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I just figured out your friend has a 360 pickup .... still need pics, though. If you're interested, you can see my restored pickup on facebook; try Roger's Subaru 360 truck.

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Not good enough, whitevamp: we need to know if you have a 360, which model .... and pictures would be nice, too.

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I'd suggest that you post an introduction and tell us something about your car and yourself. Speaking only for myself, I'm put off by seeing your very first post asking for a hard-to-find part.

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Welcome to the club! Let us know if you need any help with your new car.

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Welcome aboard! You'll like the club; the members will do whatever they can to help (although we're limited by the lack of parts.) I'd like to have a UV to go with my Rampside.

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Hello, Garnet, As far as the windshields go, I've heard that story before about the cut-down Toyota effort but I don't believe it's ever been done successfully. If you can find one, the best way to go is to find a re-pop and put it in (but you'll lose the stainless trim around the glass.) I have sev...

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Hi, Although most club members won't agree and will want you to keep it an original Subaru 360, I say go for your plan! Don't throw away any part, no matter how small, as there is someone who will need it. Once you get it going (fast), you'll need to figure out how to make it stop. There has been so...

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I just looked up "Subaru 360" on ebay and see there are 38 pages of stuff that won't fit the car: disc brake calipers, 15" hubcaps, 16 pc seat cover sets. etc. Does anyone know if there's a way to actually access parts for the 360 without scrolling through 38 pages of bullshit?

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There are two vans for sale in San Diego on ebay. I might be interested in the unfinished one if it's not too much money. (Garm?)

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Welcome to the club !! Parts are always a struggle .... but you'll work it out. Good luck with your 360 !! (Pics??)

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Check & polish the rotor, points and distributor contacts. Make sure you get some new gas; gas that old will almost certainly foul the carburetor. Turn the engine by hand to see if it's free before you start cranking it -- or put it in 4th gear and rock it to see if it's free. If you get it runn...

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I have one new repopped windshield and (probably) one good used original windshield. If you don't come up with parts that are closer to you, PM me and I'll check on what I have.

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Hello, Jan, Welcome to the Club!! If you do get a Subaru 360, it won't be easy restoring/maintaining it (as you'll be a rarity in Germany), but it can be done! The club members are as helpful as they can be. Parts are always difficult but there's a lot of expertise available thru the club on how to ...

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Rob Patton: A sedan gas tank just showed up on ebay. Good luck with your car and welcome to the club!

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I just called Tony Rish in Connecticut, the guy who repopped the synchros. He says the club has (had?) several sets available to club members. If the club is sold out, I have a pair I can let go. Talk to the club first; then, if necessary, send me a PM.

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Synchros were reproduced about a year ago and should still be around. If you need the info on who repopped them, I'll try to find it. Welcome (back) to the club!!

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Welcome to the club!! I have a newly restored pickup .... and I have a 1962 Rampside, also. The plan is to restore the Rampside and then take both restored trucks to car shows, park them side by side with the ramps down and put a sign in the windshield saying "When I grow up, I want to be a Cor...

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Welcome to the club!!! You'll find a lot of help here ... but parts are always difficult (and can be costly) ... but driving the cars makes it all worthwhile. You should really try to get to Upland this weekend. I'm having brain surgery on the 31st and am still trying and hoping to be there.

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Welcome to the club!!

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Welcome, Blair. I hope you're able to find the parts you need. This is a good club and I'm sure the members will help however they can.

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If you're in the Arcadia area, you're welcome to come by and see my truck and the project I'm working on. Roger Ward (310) 345-1409

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I wouldn't recommend any 360 for the kind of use you're talking about. They can be made pretty reliable but there's still the comfort factor. No A/C, tight seating area, etc. That particular truck has had a lot of body work; when I had it, it was red with a lot of dents. It was pretty much rust-free...

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Is this a lime green pickup with California plates? If so, I owned it a few years ago. Roger Ward

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