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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 40hp wrist pins tight

Author: vdubmyk
Posted: Today 12:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

I looked at the Bentley manual and saw the heat gun thing, I might try that. ALSO, does anybody have a few extra wrist pin clips they want to get rid of?? please PM me
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Plastic Bowden tube?

Author: jhoefer
Posted: Today 12:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Angled to the side probably means either the trans bracket is bent or the clutch tube in the chassis exits at a weird angle. May cause excess rubbing at the trans end if the bracket is bent out of position, but otherwise the direction of sag has no effect on the function of the bowden tube.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Rear Seat Retaining Strap?

Author: MDKG
Posted: Today 11:58 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

glutamodo wrote:

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Bringing this thread back to life: how is the hook attached to the side panel in a convertible? Just screwed through the side board? Will this hold? Any detailed pics of the hook on a convertible? I do not want to screw my side panel up.

Thanks!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Rear Window Blinds

Author: VeeDubDoug
Posted: Today 11:54 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

I just ordered a set of Gradulux blinds from France a few days ago.

I'll update once I get them.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Starter wiring

Author: Shredder
Posted: Today 11:44 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Another point...this is a 12v to 6v conversion...so are "relays" built 6 and 12? The starter and this relay came out of the 62 that was a 6v. I have purchased a 12v starter with 6v shaft and gear. So do I need this relay? And/or will the 12 v system burn it up?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: VeeDubDoug
Posted: Today 11:34 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

drscope wrote:

Get rid of the roller pedal and you'll find its a lot nicer to drive.

Check to make sure the cable is straight when it attaches to the pedal linkage. If it's being pulled to the side it puts extra strain on the cable end and the strands break right where they meet the cable end. JUST like in your picture!

X2, on both accounts.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Rear Window Blinds

Author: eagle5127
Posted: Today 11:33 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

Which ones did you purchase?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 40hp wrist pins tight

Author: jzjames
Posted: Today 10:57 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

Yes mine were also tight going into the pistons when I did my 63 motor. I remember having to tap them out with a soft mallet as well as back in on assembly.
I put the wrist pins in the freezer for and hour before I tapped them back in on assembly.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: ThingBeast
Posted: Today 10:51 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Ok, I'm starting to understand this now (sorry, I'm a little slow ) So let me go step by step, please correct me if I'm wrong:
1) Mount cooler to under side of parcel shelf
2) Screw in Fan Thermostat to the "inlet" port of cooler w/ Teflon tape
3) Connect barb to "outlet" port
4) 1 Hose from engine case (there's 2 hoses) now goes to the "inlet" port of the cooler
5) Attach the "outlet" oil hose to the full flow oil filter
6) Then from the filter, the other hose goes back to the engine case
7) Tight hose ends with hose clamps
Wire black & blue wires (not sure to what or where. I'm electrically ignorant)

Does this sound right?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: ranman21
Posted: Today 10:50 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

THANKS!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: jhoefer
Posted: Today 10:45 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

If it is not knocking/pinging under load at 32 degrees, it'll be fine.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: WTH to mount the Fuel Pressure regulator?

Author: jzjames
Posted: Today 10:43 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Buy the Amazon.com Carter rotary pump, and you wouldnt need the regulator and it would be a better elec. pump as well.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: lawn ninja
Posted: Today 10:27 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

The thermostat goes on the inlet side. Sorry I forgot to address that. You want it to measure the temps going in so if the oil is hot enough you get the extra cooling of the fan as it passes through.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Starter wiring

Author: KTPhil
Posted: Today 10:11 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Shredder wrote:

Ok maybe not clear here,was late.do I NEED this relay? Why would someone put this on? Can we just remove from the setup? The VW schematics and info I have seen in my repair books do not show this. The new starter is in... Just have too many wires,and don't know which or what to use. 3 coming from engine compartment and the big battery cable from back seat...
Stuck and wanna drive...
Thx!

Good advice:

andk5591 wrote:

Do a search for "hot start relays" and you will probably find your answer.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Rear Window Blinds

Author: denniszelazny
Subject: Louvers for the back window of a 67 bug
Posted: Today 10:10 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 16

I saw a few postings and thanks to one of the postings I now have on there way louvers for my back window...I'm very excited! Thanks Poster's

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Starter wiring

Author: Shredder
Posted: Today 9:49 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Ok maybe not clear here,was late.do I NEED this relay? Why would someone put this on? Can we just remove from the setup? The VW schematics and info I have seen in my repair books do not show this. The new starter is in... Just have too many wires,and don't know which or what to use. 3 coming from engine compartment and the big battery cable from back seat...
Stuck and wanna drive...
Thx!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: ranman21
Posted: Today 9:34 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

So I should just automatically discount what these 2 mechanics think with their combined 55 years as VW mechanics? Hmmm k. You're saying they wouldn't pick up on an exhaust leak? Ouch.

Lets say that the mechanics are right about the cam. Is it still safe to have the timing slightly advanced?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: WTH to mount the Fuel Pressure regulator?

Author: fluxcap
Posted: Today 9:34 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

Mango_64 wrote:

What if i were to run something like this where a fuel regulator is built into the pump?
http://www.cbperformance.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=3193

Will a constant 3 1/2 lbs be fine feeding into my dual 40 webers?

Thanks

Mango

Does anybody know who manufactures the one CB sells? Mine looks almost identical but it's a Carter P60504. I got it based on recommendations here. I put a gauge on it when I installed it, and it was putting out right at 3.5lbs. Been on for two years now, with no issues.

http://www.amazon.com/Carter-P60504-Electric-Fuel-Pump/dp/B000BZX92K
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: Helfen
Posted: Today 9:19 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

You can take a smooth running stock engine and give it a mild intake manifold leak and it will sound and idle like it has a cam in it.
With a dial indicator you can measure intake and exhaust lift and duration at the rocker arm, but you need to know what rocker arm ratio's are though.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: ranman21
Posted: Today 9:01 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Maybe my 009 is a cheap knock off and i should try and find a BOSCH or another model? 010, 019? 205? I like the way it runs advanced but i don't want to destroy my engine. It has so much power but again i don't want it to overheat.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Timing with Engle Cam

Author: ranman21
Subject: Timing with Engle Cam
Posted: Today 8:59 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

I've been searching and searching and couldn't find any info on this. I am running a 1500cc with a Solex 30/31 carb, 009 distributor. Valves adjusted to spec, new points, condenser, coil. I've timed it at 7.5 BTDC and 28 degrees at 3500RPM. It has the "flat spot."

I've tried everything. The accelerator pump stream goes right where it should. I found that the only way to make this engine run great it advancing the timing to 12BTDC at idle which brings the advance to about 32 degrees at 3500RPM.

First question, is this safe? Also, my mechanic as well as my old german neighbor down the street who was a VW mechanic for 30 years both say that it sounds like it has a cam in it. Probably an Engle 100 or 110 but i guess i'll never know unless i take the thing apart. Is there separate timing procedures for an engine with a mild cam in it?

Thanks

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: San Diego AIRCOOLED East County chapter 6/16/13

Author: das 67
Posted: Today 8:49 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

For now we are meeting with the San Diego Air-cooled East County Chapter Sunday at the Santee Wal-Mart. I will go right now and post on upcoming events!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 58 ragtop , My 1st full ground up rebuild - Houston Tx

Author: estofer
Posted: Today 8:30 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 27

looking good!!
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1961 Turkis Ragtop Build

Author: laneven28
Posted: Today 7:39 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 139

txgreasemunky63 wrote:

Beautiful car , makes me want to build a stock car.

Thanks. Makes me laugh that from your perspective we're building a stock car - it's modified quite a bit from my stand point, although I love how it's turning out.

Great job on that 58 rag you're putting together. Watching it closely!
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: ThingBeast
Posted: Today 7:38 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Cusser, I have that same diagram. That diagram is perfect, if the cooler is mounted in the upright position. If you lay it flat up against the bottom of the parcel area, I guess the top port is still "in"?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1961 Turkis Ragtop Build

Author: laneven28
Posted: Today 7:35 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 139

jzjames wrote:

Hope it turns out as nice as those running boards, where did you get that matt?
The boys are going to be experienced auto trimmers when this is through

Yea, Wade is already talking about opening up a restoration shop. He's really enjoyed the process, and has a natural talent for this stuff. And his younger brother is already chomping at the bit to get his ghia going. I think they're both infected now!

Got the green running boards from WW. High quality & heavy duty.

vanagonswede wrote:

here is a Picture of a turkis ragtop. I got the picture from a guy called Kalle in sweden.

Thanks for the pic. That color looks very similar to the new batch of dye so fingers crossed it comes out looking right. The new ragtop cover arrived yesterday so we'll prep and spray it either this evening or tomorrow.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: WTH to mount the Fuel Pressure regulator?

Author: slalombuggy
Posted: Today 7:22 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

3.5lbs is exactly what you want when running Webers. Good pumps used by lots of guys.

brad
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: drscope
Posted: Today 7:18 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Get rid of the roller pedal and you'll find its a lot nicer to drive.

Check to make sure the cable is straight when it attaches to the pedal linkage. If it's being pulled to the side it puts extra strain on the cable end and the strands break right where they meet the cable end. JUST like in your picture!

Also make sure the cable is able to move freely and rotate in the hole. If it binds and doesn't move freely, again it will break the strands right at the cable end.

Wolfsburg West has everything you need to replace your after market crap with decent OEM type parts. You'll find they work much better and you'll be able to drive the car more and enjoy it rather then fixing the cool after market stuff over and over again.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Front suspension help

Author: drscope
Posted: Today 7:10 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Your problem is NOT the link pin shims! Its the worn king and link pins!

The shims serve a different function.

You state this has been happening over a period of time. As things wear out, you are seeing the results at the steering wheel.

Worn king pins allow the steering knuckle to move in ways its not supposed to. That movement changes the toe setting. When the toe setting on one side changes more then the toe setting on the other side, the steering wheel changes position.

Your front end is WORN OUT! You need to have the king & link pins redone and while you are at it check the tie rod ends for play and wear. If there is play in the tie rod ends, they can NOT be adjusted � they are worn out and they need to be replaced.

You set toe by adjusting the tie rods. Make them longer you get toe out, shorter you get toe in.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help!, weird throttle problem. Take a look!

Author: drscope
Posted: Today 7:00 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Your front mount transmission mount is bad. When you let the clutch up and the drive train starts to put power to the ground, the engine/transmission assembly starts to rotate up in the front and down in the rear.

That actually pulls the throttle open without you touching the gas pedal.

Replacing that mount with the engine in the car can be done, but its so simple to remove the engine that its just silly not to. Pulling the engine will make the job of replacing that front mount much easier. it will also allow you to replace the rear mounts at the same time
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: Cusser
Posted: Today 6:56 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

ThingBeast wrote:

The cooler has two ports, an "in" & and "out", but there's nothing to tell which is which. Does it matter as long as it's connected?

See http://www.appletreeauto.com/files/pdfs/00-9248-0.pdf shows oil flow going in the top of the oil cooler and out the bottom.

Ragman wrote:

A few bad pieces of advice there! Definitely Don't put an external cooler on the back of a shroud!

Yeah, my own fan shroud-mounted external oil cooler in Arizona on my 1835 engine since 1976 must NOT be working !!! I guess I didn't make those two dozen trips across the desert to California and back, in mid-day and mid-summer at 75 -80 mph. And I typically used the dealer-added AC with the power-hungry Tecumseh compressor too. I do use hood standoffs and a 1970 sedan 2-vent engine lid.

Yes, I did have to replace the flexible oil hoses after 31 years, the ends got hard and a little oil was seeping out.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: WTH to mount the Fuel Pressure regulator?

Author: Mango_64
Posted: Today 6:45 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

What if i were to run something like this where a fuel regulator is built into the pump?
http://www.cbperformance.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=3193

Will a constant 3 1/2 lbs be fine feeding into my dual 40 webers?

Thanks

Mango

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: Ellis' Bug
Posted: Today 6:32 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

We did the same thing for our 63 bug. I can't remember the wiring but you need to use a relay and have it wired so it only functions with the key on. The in-line thermostat can be attached to the cooler but I can't remember if it goes on the intake side or the out side. The cooler plumbing will be part of the external filter and the fan will kick on when the oil reaches 180 degrees.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Starter wiring

Author: andk5591
Posted: Today 6:01 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Looks like a Ford starter relay. Do a search for "hot start relays" and you will probably find your answer. I have never used one, but a lot of folks do.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 40hp wrist pins tight

Author: gimpy60
Posted: Today 3:51 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

I use my handy dandy heat gun on the pistons, pins slide right in. Use a thin glove so you don't burn your little pinkies........
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: ThingBeast
Posted: Today 3:50 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

The cooler has two ports, an "in" & and "out", but there's nothing to tell which is which. Does it matter as long as it's connected? Then there's two wires, a blue one & a black one. I take it the black is ground and the blue is power? Where do I connect those to? Finally, I have a in-line thermostat, where does that go in the sequence? This is why I asked for a step by step or actual pictures that unfortunately isn't covered in the video. Thanks guys.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.

Author: fluxcap
Subject: Re: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.
Posted: Today 3:43 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

r2oo wrote:

there are no rear bump stops in place (see pic below) I have ordered a pair & will fit these when they arrive.
Do I need to cut these down & if so how close should the top of the bump stop be to the bit that hangs above it?

I haven't had much luck cutting them down. They aren't completely solid, so once you cut the top of, they kind of lose their usefulness. First time I bottomed out on the ones I cut down, they just split like a banana. Of course, those were the original ones, so they may have just been really old and dry . You may have better luck with fresh ones.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.

Author: r2oo
Posted: Today 2:00 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Boom wrote:

To tell if its lower I would say mount the tires and see if its lower. But what I find interesting is how the bolt for the rear shock was installed backwards when the car doesn't look like it has had the body off in a very long time.

Not noticed that, is this an issue? I have new shocks to fit so will I have to cut that bolt out?
Also are these shocks suitable, they came with the car!
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Starter wiring

Author: Shredder
Subject: Starter wiring
Posted: Today 1:28 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

I've got this "relay" attached to the old starter. Never have seen this before. I don't know exactly what it is. Anybody? So when I go to put in new starter, I have 3 wires coming thru from engine compartment, and a single line(battery) from front...all schematics show only 2wires. Don't want to make mistake for fear of burning up new starter. Gonna try to post a pic[img] 750){ this.height = Math.round((750/this.width)*this.height); this.width = 750; }" onclick="javascript:window.open('http://images.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/1076142.jpg','','scrollbars=1,toolbar=0,resizable=1,menubar=0,directories=0,status=0')" alt="Image may have been reduced in size. Click image to view fullscreen." title="Image may have been reduced in size. Click image to view fullscreen." />[/img]

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: One piece window shades?

Author: mrmarcdude
Posted: Today 12:41 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Why not make some? That would be pretty neat if you could pull it off.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Never Molested My 64 Bug!

Author: ste964
Posted: Today 12:33 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 57

Really nice car
but whats color is it?
Congrats, very good purchase

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Engine firewall lower seal displacement

Author: 62ItalianRagtop
Posted: Yesterday 11:53 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help!, weird throttle problem. Take a look!

Author: mystylefivenine
Posted: Yesterday 11:25 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

ooo good call man. il have to check those out tomorrow. and yes they are in between the engine and body. i didnt upgrade or anything. all stock. so that might be it. thanks a lot bro il check it out tomorrow!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Barn find 59 Euro ragtop

Author: youngnstudly
Posted: Yesterday 11:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 347

Molly's vet trip ate up half my day and $600. She has a touch of pneumonia from all of that throwing up, plus a fever and some serious Esophagus issues. She eats the cat crap that the neighbor's cats leave in the yard, and at 2-1/2 years old, she has already cost nearly $4000 in GI issues alone from "snacking!" I keep telling her how our last family yellow lab lived to be 21 years old and never had such expensive vet bills, but Molly's young and she don't care!

ANYWAYS....Congrats on the long marriage! It's cool that you have someone that wants your car done as much as you do! Welding on a rusty VW is a great way to better your welding skills, if they need honing. There is a lot to learn when doing sheet metal work too, but it can be an extremely fun experience. Your seats turned out nice BTW! Keep up the good work! It makes me want to get off my butt and finish my VW projects! I really need to at this point!

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help!, weird throttle problem. Take a look!

Author: mrmarcdude
Posted: Yesterday 10:57 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Sounds to me like your transmission mounts are bad. Do you have your accelerator cable tube in place between the body/engine? Replace those mounts!
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1966 "Proud" new owner of a rust bucket

Author: fla2smoker
Posted: Yesterday 10:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 35

For the braking system we will be using a German FTE dual master cylinder from WW. I spent a month trying to find a new reservoir to sit on top. I ended up buying one from VW for about $130 I tried every vendor online and they all stated they could not source one. The local VW dealer showed 3 available in the U.S. I bit the bullet in the name of safety. I will be using an original 66 reservoir in the stock location to fill the dual reservoir sitting on top the master cylinder. The entire braking system is being replaced with German parts from WW. All of the replacement suspension components have also been sourced from WW. I destroyed my pedal assembly trying to remove the pin from the clutch pedal but was able to source an original pedal assembly at a local swap meet. Have the rebuild parts for the pedal assembly so it should be like new when we finish the pan. We are using Boge oil filled shocks, German bearings and ball joints for the front end and tie rods. The steering box is original and appears within spec at this point. Pics to follow
Finally feel like we are moving forward!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: What did you do to your Beetle this week?

Author: youngnstudly
Posted: Yesterday 10:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4344

timmy2 wrote:

Thanks everyone, for the positive feedback.

This a first in several ways. In my late 40's, and
this is my first VW, and my first project car.

My initial dream of taking it out this summer with
my wife wine tasting in the Sonoma hills has
faded away. It won't be ready for that THIS summer.

I'm looking at having it running by the end of the year.

I'll post more pictures as notable progress is made.

Sonoma is overrated anyways! Keep spending your time sitting in the car at night making "Vrooom Vroooom" noises for entertainment. Much cheaper than actually filling the gas tank up! haha
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: lawn ninja
Posted: Yesterday 10:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Yeah I wouldn't do it either, but he tells you how to run it. And that was the question the OP had.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1966 "Proud" new owner of a rust bucket

Author: fla2smoker
Posted: Yesterday 10:11 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 35

It has been a little over a year since I updated this post. It has been a slow year as we have been deciding which way to go with the car not to mention three boys in sports and my job. I have been slowly acquiring OG metal, 66 only parts, and German replacement parts. The body and pan have been separated, I did not build my one man lift. I found more rust than I expected, but I told my boys this just means more opportunity to hone welding skills. We have finally found the end of the rust and have the majority of the replacement parts for the pan and body. In the next few weeks we will start our upward path of restoring the pan, and by the end of the summer when the heat here in Florida subsides we will be ready to tackle the body. We have enough replacement parts to keep us busy and I will post the latest pics soon. I will make sure we update as we move forward and sometimes backwards.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: hsosa1
Posted: Yesterday 10:07 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

After u figuare out the spring issue. Adjust your valves then adjust your carb . There s a utube video sorry no link search Vw carb adjustment.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: My New '67 Project

Author: mariusstrom
Posted: Yesterday 10:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 53

britegreenVWSB wrote:

compdrag wrote:

Cool build keep it up.

Thank you! Car is at the painter's right now having some small things fixed. Hopefully get it back tomorrow. Then will install the engine, fire it up, and see if I have a leak.

Any updates?
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: Culito
Posted: Yesterday 9:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

This will work for your carb:

http://www.vw-resource.com/34pict3.html
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Help!, weird throttle problem. Take a look!

Author: mystylefivenine
Subject: Help!, weird throttle problem. Take a look!
Posted: Yesterday 9:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

So I was driving home from the gas station today and my throttle kept getting stuck. The problem is that. It's only when the clutch is let off and in gear... Example: In neutral or clutch pushed in and in gear, the trottle is fine, revs up and down nicely. However, once it is in gear and i start to release the clutch pedal (to get going), if I press the gas more then 1/4 of the way down, I start driving uncontrollably with no effect of using the gas pedal. Now the throttle sticks until the engine revs up to 5k, or until I push the clutch pedal in. However, if the engine is still at a higher rpm, when i go to shift gears, I push in the clutch, shift to 2, or 3rd. Release the clutch, the engine will start revving up again. Again!!! This is all without using the gas pedal...

Now. I raised the car up on jackstands. Got the back wheels off the ground. Try to imitate how I was driving it to get it again to drive out of control, yet everything was fine. I went through all the gears and the throttle did not get stuck once (maybe because there was no load on the tires)?

One thing that I did notice though is that when I lifted the tires off the ground. I can take both of my rear tires, and pull the axles in and out about 1/4 of an inch. Only one side had a loose bearing cover. Working on buying the parts to repair the loose axles, however, I'm doubting it is going to fix my weird throttle problem.....Anyon e have any suggestions?

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: Ragman
Posted: Yesterday 9:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

lawn ninja wrote:

Run the oil cooler between the external filter and the return to the engine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWynxdKoRRw

A few bad pieces of advice there! Definitely Don't put an external cooler on the back of a shroud!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: Eric&Barb
Posted: Yesterday 9:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Looks like you have to adjust your choke to open up fully.

Did you connect up the wire to the choke?

Did you oil up the throttle shaft on both sides of the carb??
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: Eric&Barb
Posted: Yesterday 8:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Do you have the accelerator boden tube in place???

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=400171&highlight=accelerator+boden+tube
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: lawn ninja
Posted: Yesterday 8:34 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

The return spring on the carb that you are pointing out in your video. It looks like it is binding up and not letting the throttle plate get pulled back into position. You see how on your video the spring is staying slightly extended. That is wrong. It should look like the picture below. if you get it to keep from binding up the car will return to its normal idle provided nothing else is going on. You may have the spring on backwards so that it is getting jammed in the linkage or maybe your throttle cable is binding up somewhere. But my guess would be you have the spring on wrong since it was ok before you changed the carb out.

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: lawn ninja
Posted: Yesterday 8:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Run the oil cooler between the external filter and the return to the engine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWynxdKoRRw
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: ThingBeast
Posted: Yesterday 7:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

I bought my first '61 bug back in January. The PO put a 2007 cc engine in it, and it's a blast to drive! I had a 74 Thing about 9 years ago with a stock 1600 cc engine, slow, but really fun. You can imagine how much more fun my bug is! It has one of the dip stick replacement temperature gauge, and it got hot on me last weekend after a 40 minute easy drive (no faster than 55 mph). Had to pull over and let it cool, but made it home safely. I have now installed the cooler to the underside of the parcel shelf in the rear but that's all. My bug has a full flow oil filter behind the rear tire. I also have an in-line thermostat and not sure where that goes. So you see I'm in a pickle here, not sure what to do next. The cooler has 1 tiny line diagram, but nothing too specific.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: Boom
Posted: Yesterday 7:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Airkewld sells a nice cable
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: evlwevl
Posted: Yesterday 7:54 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

who makes a better quality cable? Most shops I've dealt with have one brand in stock depending on who they purchased from, usually from brazil or china
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Front suspension help

Author: Boom
Posted: Yesterday 7:51 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Interesting. Please post up and let us know what you find. I would have guessed a tie rod is loosening itself up
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: One piece window shades?

Author: VeeDubDoug
Posted: Yesterday 7:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

I don't think I have ever seen those for one piece windows.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: WTH to mount the Fuel Pressure regulator?

Author: lawn ninja
Posted: Yesterday 7:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 12

They are -6 but I've since replaced the regulator. It came with a setup I bought and I never liked it. I just used it for a mockup waiting for my other one to come in. I wouldn't recommend the regulator it felt cheap and just by the shitty construction I didn't want to use it.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1961 Turkis Ragtop Build

Author: txgreasemunky63
Posted: Yesterday 7:48 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 139

Beautiful car , makes me want to build a stock car.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: Boom
Posted: Yesterday 7:46 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

I prefer the cables with the eyelet. I used a machine screw and lock nut in my 61 and have yet to have any problems. I think mine is empi as well but not certain. I also prefer the solid cable and not stranded
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.

Author: Boom
Posted: Yesterday 7:43 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Also notice its a rhd. I would love to have a rhd some day.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Breaking throttle cables

Author: Glenn
Subject: Re: Breaking throttle cables
Posted: Yesterday 7:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Here's your problem.

evlwevl wrote:

Empi

Get a better quality cable.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.

Author: Boom
Posted: Yesterday 7:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

To tell if its lower I would say mount the tires and see if its lower. But what I find interesting is how the bolt for the rear shock was installed backwards when the car doesn't look like it has had the body off in a very long time.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Breaking throttle cables

Author: evlwevl
Subject: Breaking throttle cables
Posted: Yesterday 7:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

I don't know whats going on with these Empi Universal Throttle cables but I go through one every 2 months. They snap at the cable as it exits the dogleg end. I have a '59 pedal assembly with a cheap roller pedal (previous owner). I'm running a 40hp with a pict28 and carb spacer for alternator clearance which is why I buy the longer HD cable. The the weak point is where the stranded cable is wedged into the dogleg. I don't remember having this many issues with cables in any of my cars. Are these cables garbage or does my roller pedal look like its pulling the cable outward or something. I'm thinking about converting to a stock pedal, but I have to figure out if this is a cable issue or a roller pedal issue first.

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: Glenn
Posted: Yesterday 7:24 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Does your engine have a full flow oil filter?

Does it come with instructions?

Why do you think you need to add a oil cooler?
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler

Author: ThingBeast
Subject: Mounting an Empi external oil cooler
Posted: Yesterday 7:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Folks, I'm sure it's been covered, but can someone guide me in the installation of an Empi external oil cooler? I need pictures and a step by step guide. I appreciate your help.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Official whine about Beetles and parts for sale topic

Author: RareAir
Posted: Yesterday 7:15 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2763

sportin-wood wrote:

All I can say is OUCH!!
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1490715

Second car in just a couple weeks with the Uni-Ventaccessory installed

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1466063
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Some 1962 Suspension Upgrades.

Author: 61SNRF
Posted: Yesterday 7:07 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

The factory only specs what the unladen setting of the rear spring plates are, and the ride height is a product of that. Short of measuring those, all you can do is get a relative comparison beside a like model car. There should roughly be about 1"-2" of distance between the wheel opening of the fender above the tire diameter.

Photo is not the best angle but the spindles don't look like they are dropped, the speedo cable would be ~2 1/2" higher if so. Here are some photos to compare them to...
https://www.google.com/search?q=link+pin+dropped+s...mp;bih=921
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: One piece window shades?

Author: BoofMcgee1
Posted: Yesterday 6:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Front suspension help

Author: Raul_MX
Posted: Yesterday 6:31 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

I found the below post and Whew! it blew me away with the information I'm looking for!!

Seems my problem is not Toe-in or OUt.. its with my link opin shims as the left one has negative camber and this is eating my bearings out!!!

I will check the steering problem too

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=294739
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Clutch Disc Thickness and type

Author: carcrazed
Posted: Yesterday 6:29 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

thanks for the advice. I had a left over disk from my 1965 1200cc that I have meant to rebuild for 10 years and the one out of the 1961. well, guess it is off to the vw shop!! both are way too thin. Might as well replace it now. Thanks again!!!
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: What did you do to your Beetle this week?

Author: planenut
Subject: My 66
Posted: Yesterday 6:20 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4344

This week, I've been working on rear floor repairs, and opening the heater channels where the running boards mount. Sand blasting, treating the metal, and fitting new sheet metal for the defroster ducts and running board mounts. Other than that, I've been slacking!

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Radio memory drain a battery?

Author: slalombuggy
Posted: Yesterday 6:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Pull the negative cable off the battery and put a test light between the cable and hte post, if it lights up you have a draw. Start pulling fuses until the light goes ouot. then start looking at hte things that are on that fuse for a draw. At least you don't have to wait half an hour for all the computers to go to sleep to check for a draw like I haveto do on some new cars......

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: VW repair shop in the Orlando area

Author: Noasx250
Posted: Yesterday 5:51 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

PM sent Magnus

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Radio memory drain a battery?

Author: Cusser
Posted: Yesterday 5:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

A stereo memory and clock should not drain a good battery even for 2 months time.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 40hp wrist pins tight

Author: 61SNRF
Posted: Yesterday 5:26 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

The wrist pins should be a pretty tight fit in the pistons. Aluminum has a much higher rate of expansion than bronze or steel. In the factory manuals, they often show the use of a heating element/tool to expand the piston slightly on assembly and dis-assembly as well.
Having them checked at a machine shop is a good idea, but you should take along the correct specs for them to go by. If you don't have a Bentley manual, you can find the proper tolerance and specs here...
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/manuals/1965withoutguesswork.php
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help! My chrome keeps peeling!

Author: 61SNRF
Posted: Yesterday 5:19 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

That's bad news since I just bought a set!

On the smooth hubcaps, I've heard the 356 guys just re-chrome the Chinese re-pops and sell them as quality reproductions. They are about $30 each from Pelican parts.

That is what you/me may have to do in order for them to stand up longer
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help! My chrome keeps peeling!

Author: kenstudebaker
Posted: Yesterday 5:16 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

L378 wrote:

http://www2.cip1.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=hubcap&sort=7&Search1=Search

Take your pick, various price range.

OIC...they have an $80 cap I hadn't noticed before. Sure wish there was a happy medium...between $10 & $80

Thanks.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 30 31 pict carb problem.

Author: mukluk
Posted: Yesterday 5:14 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

Sounds like it's time to pull & disassemble the carb, then let it soak for 30min to an hour followed by a thorough blowing out of the passages and jets.

http://www.berrymanproducts.com/products/eco-frien...s-cleaner/

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Official whine about Beetles and parts for sale topic

Author: bugandxbandme
Posted: Yesterday 5:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2763

sportin-wood wrote:

All I can say is OUCH!!
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That's a NEW paint job? Strange....

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Newbie Adjusting New Carb?

Author: mukluk
Posted: Yesterday 5:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

First thing you need to do is figure out why the throttle isn't closing like it should. Main causes that come to mind would be a binding throttle cable (you can check this by disconnecting the cable at the carb to see if the throttle snaps shut properly), the accelerator pump linkage is binding on the generator, or the nuts that hold the linkages on the throttle shaft are overtorqued (least likely, but possible). Until you can get the carb to reliably fully close at idle, you can't really do much else.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1967 One only - WHY?

Author: 61SNRF
Posted: Yesterday 5:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Car makers will often plan up to four or five years ahead for that years production of cars, and VW was/is no exception. The US market was/is a major factor in what went on the cars when. Hazard lights were a requirement for all '66 US cars, but you don't hear much about them. They were well aware of what needed to be done to a particular model for compliance years in advance.

There is little official information to back it up, but my theory is a lot of the changes were made to comply with the impending '68 US Federal safety regulations. Things such as dual circuit braking system, visible door lock buttons, flush inside door release handles, un-covered headlights, reverse lights and vertical mounting of the rear license plate are prime examples of this. There were also more stringent anti-theft requirements coming in '68, thus the new double profile ignition/door lock cylinders/ keys are an answer to those too.

As for the revised/lowered rear chassis settings, remember that guy Ralph Nader? No doubt this was done to address the then current issue of ill handling swing axle equipped cars.

I believe the 1500cc engine was simply their response to the horsepower race of the '60's. Many period magazine road tests of the time were asking "how long can VW keep selling these cars?", and more power did a lot to quiet their voices.

The 12v electrical system was only changed in the US market, and again that might suggest they were trying to make the car more user friendly for buyers in the States.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Radio memory drain a battery?

Author: Dangermouse
Posted: Yesterday 4:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

You can test for battery drain as described on Jim Mais' invaluable site here -

http://www.speedyjim.net/schem/drain.gif

FWIW, I measured a mere 40mA draw on my (6V) system which isn't a lot but took a new(ish) Optima battery from starting right up on the first turn of the key to struggling to turn over within a week or so of the car sitting idle. The numbers suggest this shouldn't be the case but there you go I remedied the cause of the small drain (got the residual current down to 6mA) and everything seems much better.

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12V electrickery is probably a lot more forgiving
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Help! My chrome keeps peeling!

Author: L378
Posted: Yesterday 4:52 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

http://www2.cip1.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=hubcap&sort=7&Search1=Search

Take your pick, various price range.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: Help! My chrome keeps peeling!

Author: kenstudebaker
Subject: Help! My chrome keeps peeling!
Posted: Yesterday 4:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

AW, BOB SAGET!!!

Every time I get new moon caps (no logo, just smoooth...oh my) for my '61 Beetle, the chrome peels off within a couple months! And mostly my car just sits in the garage under a car cover! I've purchased 6 extra caps so far! I can't find a higher quality cap...all I see at the various online stores is a $10-14 hub cap. A local chrome plating shop quoted me several hundred dollars to strip my current ones & refinish them.

Isn't there ANY happy medium here? Does anyone know where I can get higher quality moon caps for my girl???

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 58 ragtop , My 1st full ground up rebuild - Houston Tx

Author: txgreasemunky63
Posted: Yesterday 4:12 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 27

Raul. I doubt I will make that show.

Brad. Thanks man. I went out on a limb and tried the chrome powder coat. I think it's cool, and think it should look good under the finished car. It's a little over powering as it sits now.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 1967 One only - WHY?

Author: gt1953
Posted: Yesterday 4:07 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Yep the infamous one year only 67 parts. The 68 pan is pratically identical.
Every year of VW has the "one year only part syndrome" Seems the 67 has more. Glad I do not have one anymore.
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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: 30 31 pict carb problem.

Author: Bklyn63
Posted: Yesterday 4:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

just stuck a piece of copper thru it and bingo! so i installed the carb and now the car starts but runs real rough. I am going to have to check points valves plugs etc. if I feather the gas it stays running but its rough if i floor the pedal it dies.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Radio memory drain a battery?

Author: Paul Ray
Posted: Yesterday 4:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Gonna get the battery checked out again tomorrow, It's still under warranty. Since I got it running again this years, my headlights have completely stopped working. Might have something to do with that.

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Official whine about Beetles and parts for sale topic

Author: 6Kabrio7
Posted: Yesterday 4:00 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2763

Was this car rolled or badly hit in the quarter window area?

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Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Radio memory drain a battery?

Author: Todd66
Posted: Yesterday 3:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

No, unless the radio is malfunctioning. With a good battery it would take at least a couple months. With these cars there are only a couple things that can cause a draw. Dome light, alternator/regulator, headlights left on. My guess is probably a battery

Beetle - 1958-1967 :: RE: Barn find 59 Euro ragtop

Author: YouBugMe58
Posted: Yesterday 3:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 347

youngnstudly wrote:

Too bad! If you had a 1965 or up bug and lived near me, I'd donate a pair of nearly complete (still fully operational) doors off a '66! You can probably get some scrap sheet metal from the local HVAC fab shop though for free. Then it's simply cutting and welding! I am NOT jealous of the work you have ahead of you! I'd even consider selling those rims in order to have money for doors to avoid all that welding! You can always buy new ones after the car is finished.

Don't worry about the dog laying down on the job though....my lab is doing the same thing right now, the difference being that she has this minor issue which is causing her to throw up all over the place (started yesterday morning )! Last time (3 months ago) it was only a mere $1250.00 vet visit....Part of the fun of playing this game is guessing how much the next visit will set me back!

And everyone wonders why my VW isn't running and I haven't been on a date in years! I already have a hobby AND a greedy girl that drains my wallet...her name is Molly!

Thanks for the offer, I started cutting and bending today. Just going to redo the present doors as good as I can and let it ride from there. I could use the experience anyway.

Annie is 10 yrs old and not getting around all that well unless that pesky squirrel runs across the yard. She goes into hyper speed for a while then comes back and crashes on the cool floor. She wont even get out of the way. The only thing that makes her move is the welder.

I'm long past girlfriends. Married 33 years and lucky that my wife is just as excited about finishing the car as I am. Never the less just as expensive if not more but I'm not and never going to complain. She is my Rock. Sorry I'm babbling.
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