Herbie's influence on the Transformers toyline: Does anyone know where to get one of these?

feeds@yuku.com (LuvBugLuvver) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:43:28 GMT

I did a Google search for custom Herbie Transformers when I stumbled across a thread on TFW2005 heralding Bumblebee as being directly influenced by Herbie. (Like we didn't know that!) This may be the first time I've seen this though.

It seems the mini-bot characters from the old G1 days were directly made from existing toy car molds from a line called Choro-Q, which was manufactured by Takara. Thus it is not so unbelievable that these cars paved the way for the...

Herbie Tricks

feeds@yuku.com (Herbeee) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 05:19:27 GMT

I would like to add a couple of simple tricks to my Herbie like having the windshield washer squirt people and have the horn honk via a push of a remote control. Do you know of some info on how to do this - what kind of remote to buy, relays, etc?

thanks.

Sliding sunroof information. Golde vs. aftermarket.

feeds@yuku.com (LBFModerator) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:03:14 GMT

One distinctive feature Herbie has is is the large, sliding sunroof. It's a highly prized option on a vintage VW Beetle. These sunroofs, having mechanisms originally supplied by Golde, are so popular that they are routinely cut from wrecked or otherwise unsalvageable Beetles, and grafted into project cars.

Although it may seem like a huge undertaking, it's not unthinkable that the average backyard welder can install an original Golde sunroof clip with great results in an...

TMI distributor locator and catalog.

feeds@yuku.com (Jim Douglas Jr) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:40:20 GMT

Get a high quality interior for your VW. TMI is long known as the best in the business and you can't beat their prices and options.
Here's their international website and dealer locater.
In the USA, we have excellent results ordering through

Putting a Banner in your Signature. (with images!)

feeds@yuku.com (InfernoPidgeon) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:28:14 GMT

Pip Pip Cheerio, today we're going to learn how to put banners into signatures.

1. At the top of every page, you'll find a teensy little bar with your account name on it and three options: Account, Images, and Logout.
We'll want to click the "Account" option.

2. This will take us to the account options page. There will be a section on the left titled...

Pins are in.

feeds@yuku.com (Jim Douglas Jr) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:31:50 GMT

First batch have been sent today. All USA orders that I had addresses for were sent today.
The rest will be trickling out this week as I have time. I'm taking a bit of a hit on the bigger orders on shipping. Orders of 100 or more are costing $8.00 + to ship, so next time, I'll know. They're heavier that I expected, but they look fantastic.

Please keep in mind that these represent our site, so giving them out to truly interested parties is recommended.

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Volkswagen Birth Certificate / Build Sheet

feeds@yuku.com (Dan53) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:48:49 GMT

To get a birth certificate for your vintage VW that states information such as the original color, the build date, its destination, and options, fill out the form at this link. You will need to translate some of the information, which you can do at a web site such as www.freetranslation.com. At the time of this writing, the cost for a certificate is 35 Euros. I got mine in about a month's...

The unstriped Herbies, scene by scene. LOCATIONS IDENTIFIED. PHOTOS!

feeds@yuku.com (StanchekRacing) — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:35:52 GMT

Over the last few months I have attempted to compose a scene-by-scene guide to The Love Bug in my spare time. What I have attempted to do here is compose a guide to the film for those of us who are obsessive-compulsive over which cars appear in specific scenes. LOL! This is NOT a complete listing, as so far I have only completed the first segment of the film pertaining to only the unstriped or "clean" Herbie cars. I have done this using High Def and frame-by-frame advance as well as...

Posting a Link in Firefox Photo Guide

feeds@yuku.com (Dan53) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:48:20 GMT

Although you may find that you can copy and paste a web address into a message and it will often work, we have found that it often times does not, especially if it's a large address. Also, it can be unsightly in a message. This guide will show you how to add a nice, neat link to your messages.

There are two ways to post a link in Firefox. You may highlight the text that you want to appear as your link, or you may write it out manually when creating the link. I will show you both...

Posting a Picture using Internet Explorer or Firefox Photo Guide

feeds@yuku.com (Dan53) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:30:04 GMT

Posting a picture in Internet Explorer or Firefox is essentially the same. If you're using IE, read this message first.

1) Before you can post a photo, it needs to be available on the internet already. You may be able to view it on your personal computer, but it must be hosted somewhere on the internet to be viewed here in a message. You can host the photo right here on Yuku by clicking on the...

Posting a Link using Internet Explorer Photo Guide

feeds@yuku.com (Dan53) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:12:47 GMT

The following is done using Internet Explorer 7. Before you begin, be sure to read this thread first, as you will need to be aware of it to perform the following.

Although you may find that you can copy and paste a web address into a message and it will often work, we have found that it often times does not, especially if it's a large address. Also, it can be unsightly in a message. This guide will...

Allowing Scripted Windows in Internet Explorer Photo Guide

feeds@yuku.com (Dan53) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:03:59 GMT

The following is done using Internet Explorer 7.

If you're using Internet Explorer, you may have difficulty inserting links, photos, etc. into your messages. When you click the Insert Link button, for example, nothing may happen. Many of you have noticed this, but in case you haven't, look at the top of your browser and you will see that a message appears that explains the site is trying to open a scripted window. Simply RIGHT click on this message and select Temporarily...

A hero plans his long trip home (Hometown Herbie peek).

feeds@yuku.com (Jim Douglas Jr) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:44:51 GMT

Well, I was going to wait until I could get a photo with a certain famous bridge, but due to prodding from certain individuals, I don't see any point in delaying the news any further. I plan to drive Herbie home this weekend.

Before we get to the photos, I'd like to take a minute to thank everyone who has helped with this.

First and foremost, Dann Craven and his family, Nikki,...

To post a link using Internet Explorer.....

feeds@yuku.com (Jim Douglas Jr) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:08:09 GMT

OK, despite it's shortcomings and vulnerability to spyware infection... and lack of an on-the-fly spell check feature, many of you are using internet explorer.
I've also noticed that people are having trouble posting links. It's not immediately obvious how to do it, but it's easy once you know how.
This is for new topics, or "Add Reply" posts

1. Have your link URL already copied via a right mouse button click.
2. Go ahead and type your...

The poop on oil bath air cleaners

feeds@yuku.com (Doctor Herbie) — Wed, 07 May 2008 17:00:08 GMT

Turn signal location

feeds@yuku.com (JParcher1) — Sat, 03 May 2008 14:14:05 GMT

Hey guys, I have yet another question for you. On the front fenders, where are the holes for the turn signals? My fenders don't have the holes Pre-drilled, so I'll need some measurements. I'm looking for the location for a set of 1963 turn signals. Any help is appreciated!

HOLY CRAP. PHOTO SIZE ADJUSTING IN POSTS! EASY!

feeds@yuku.com (Jim Douglas Jr) — Fri, 02 May 2008 13:15:54 GMT

OK, all you have to do to change photo sizes in your posts is add the picture, click on it, then drag the corner of the image in or out.
This is particularly helpful if you want to place a couple images side by side for comparison.
I LOVE THIS NEW SYSTEM!
Grab the top or side of the image to stretch or squish.

It can be done later in and edit mode, too.

Speedo Woes

feeds@yuku.com (hotwirehawk) — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:29:56 GMT

I was out driving the other day, when my Speedometer starts squealing and the needle starts jumping around. The noise was so bad I had to pull the car over and just disconnect the speedo completely. Luckily that stopped the noise.

Does anyone have any thoughts on what could have caused this?

Graphics Installation Tutorial.

feeds@yuku.com (LBFModerator) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:31:43 GMT

Graphics Installation Tutorial.
Vinyl graphics are very thin once off their backing and can be stretched out of shape very easily, resulting in lumps, bubbles, and creases. It may be worthwhile to have a sign shop install them for you. However, if you're patient and good with your hands, it's possible to get perfectly good results yourself if you take the time to prepare...

Beetle body and engine codes.

feeds@yuku.com (60herbie53) — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 15:30:56 GMT

Not sure of the model year of your VW-based buggy's chassis and/or engine?

Check your buggy's chassis serial number (a.k.a. vehicle identification number or VIN) using the "VW VIN decoder" table below. Your VW chassis serial number (VIN) can be found on top of the frame's "tunnel", just forward of the transmission linkage access cover (i.e., under the rear seat in a VW bug).

To determine the year of manufacture of your VW...

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