Our new Manxter

The Manxter 2+2 & Dual Sport. Created as an answer to the limitations of the classic Meyers Manx.
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1MINT86
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Re: Our new Manxter

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We'll I thought it was about time I posted an update, I finally finished the fabrication and got the chassis to the powder painter in
January. Now the fun part, putting it all together for the final time.

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Greg & Jeanne Lewin
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Dual Sport DS-025 (coming soon)
Artie8804
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Great! Looking forward to more pictures.
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With Big Bear fast approaching I thought I'd post an update.

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Transmission ready for installation.

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Motor back from Outfront and ready for installation.

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Front suspension pretty much done.

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Next major project will be wiring

Big Bear or Bust.
Greg & Jeanne Lewin
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Dual Sport DS-025
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Greg, It looks to good to take it out and get it dirty.
Very nice work!
Joseph
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Having fun with Buggies since 1970
Worked in VWs in shops since 1970
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1MINT86
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After 5 1/2 years DS025 was finally up and running (I say running since there never really finished) just in time for Big Bear.

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After putting about 300 miles on the Dual Sport we only had a few minor issues, I'm really impressed by the drive ability of the Subaru.
So far all the miles have been on the street so the next thing on the list will be to make the skid plates and take it off road to get the suspension sorted out.
Greg & Jeanne Lewin
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Dual Sport DS-025
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The drive-ability of the Subaru in the NORRA Subie tow'd is what sold me also, pair that with some more modern technology and parts availability. I'm looking forward to hear how your suspension package shakes out.
Mike Dario
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Wow, that dual sport looks fantastic. Great job on the build.
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