Question about re-re Scorcher shell

[markbt73]

I'm planning on converting a Blackfoot into a Monster Beetle usig a re-re Scorcher shell, and I have a question about body post locations. I found dimples in the inside of the shell; is that where the Monster Beetle posts go? Or is it for the Blitzer? Or are they the same?

What do you say, Beetle body experts?

[mongoose1983]

The side holes for the MB and the BB are the same. You can "reopen" them in a SS re-re body with some sort of drill. Now, if you really want to use a SS re-re shell, your problem will be the bonnet hole, cause it is not located in the same-exact place.

Good luck with the project!

[Shodog]

There is a ghost hole about 7mm back of the scorcher front post hole. Funny as we have gone full circle. First it was how to fit the mb/bb body to a ss now its the other way around

[markbt73]

Thanks for the info. Since I don't have a front mount, i'll probably make a mount to fit the existing hole instead of drilling a new one and having to plug the old one.

[Badboy]

Why not buy a Re-re Blitzer Beetle body?

Badboy

[mongoose1983]

Why not buy a Re-re Blitzer Beetle body?

Badboy

That would sure be a solution, but prices sure make a difference nowadays. The prices of B.B. shells are now much higher than the re-re S.S.s.

[markbt73]

That would sure be a solution, but prices sure make a difference nowadays. The prices of B.B. shells are now much higher than the re-re S.S.s.

Yep. SS body is available all in one box for around $45, while piecing togeher a Blitzer shell adds up to about $60. Also, it's easier to paint a white shell.