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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Front left drum too tight on shoes

Author: Q-Dog
Posted: Today 4:21 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Check that your adjusters are installed correctly. The shoes, and the notches where the shoes engage, are cut at an angle. It's easy to install the adjusters upside down and make the shoes too wide.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Front left drum too tight on shoes

Author: MRJEL
Posted: Today 4:21 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

I would first check the arc of the shoes against the drum, then grind off a small amount at the top and bottom of the shoe where they meet the star wheel and cylinder. Maybe 1/32" each or less should do. Be sure to keep the same angles.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Kick Azz 1975 LaGrande Super Rebuild

Author: Rome
Posted: Today 4:05 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 176

baxsie, for your rear engine tin, you can easily make a small filler section to close the open gap. 22 or 24-ga. sheetmetal or even alu flashing. It is an "offset pizza slice" shape, with a 1/2" bent-down edge to fit into the engine seal, and a single hole for the tin screw. I used a fender washer on mine so it's held in place using the tin screw at the far left of the large tin. Painted it black and it's nearly invisible in the engine compartment since the view is mostly hidden by the cooling air hose.

You can also make suitable covers for the preheat tube "hump" in the rear tin if you plan to use dual carbs.

The engine in my '77 is currently out for an unforeseen reason, or I'd have taken and posted a photo of this section for your benefit.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Front left drum too tight on shoes

Author: vernonc
Posted: Today 4:05 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Don't grind the hub! To be safe, I'd get another set of shoes; they're not that expensive.

mort
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Rear hubs

Author: Q-Dog
Posted: Today 4:04 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

It's all the same. Axles, stubs. CVs, brakes, it's all the same.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: "Real German" brake and suspension parts

Author: vernonc
Posted: Today 4:00 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Wolfsburg West is your best bet for 'most' of all the parts you might need.

mort
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Seat cover replacement 72 bug

Author: Timmmo
Subject: Seat cover replacement 72 bug
Posted: Today 3:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 0

I'm thinking about changing the original basket weave seat covers for the similar ones TMI sell.it looks like the frames and padding are ok, just the covers have been sun damaged over the years.

Has anyone done this on the forum - any tips or advice is appreciated.

are they any other/cheaper alternatives apart from second hand seats?
Thks
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 71 SB Stalling Out

Author: Mike Kever Kombi
Posted: Today 3:23 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Anyone have any ideas, things to try, other causes?

don't want to buy a fuel pump until I know for sure that's what is wrong.

thank you

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: "Real German" brake and suspension parts

Author: Danpa
Subject: "Real German" brake and suspension parts
Posted: Today 3:12 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Who sells REAL GERMAN brake and suspension parts?

The reason I ask is, I bought a tie rod end from a local auto parts store that when I ordered it, I specified that I wanted German, NOT Chinese.

When it came in, it was a Meyle brand. German wording on the box, not cheap, looks to be good quality. But, when you look at the bottom of the box, it clearly says " P R China". ????

Now, I'm replacing the ball joints and all the wheel cylinders on the pan rebuild and I want REAL GERMAN. I see some suppliers like Wolfsburg West give you a choice of German or Brazilian, but is it the same deal like the tie rod end I ordered?

Any experience with anyone getting the real stuff?

Thanks,

Dan

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Wheels and Tyres advice

Author: emu88
Posted: Today 3:07 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 65

Thanks a lot Jeffrey, Ok then I will see if I can get 195/70/15 as they will go best with my 5.5 rims plus look taller and be more meaty. If not, I'll see if I can get 185/70 as there's not too much difference.

On a slightly related note, I was in the process of lubricating the star adjusters and springs for the brakes but I got over zealous and lubricated the backing plate in an effort to halt surface rust. Stupid in hindsight I know. Today I have seen that one of the rear shoes has absorbed some oil, it's not on the surface but sort of inside it:

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Is this terribly dangerous or will it wear off? All other 7 shoes are fine.

Edit: hmm well it came off with some celulose thinner. I also read ether or heating the shoes up will work.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: back up switch

Author: johnprestikarate
Subject: back up switch
Posted: Today 2:03 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

wow, thanks all for the input. This is great. I posted the other day about a headlight problem, and I fixed it in2 minutes, I was really concerned about a major electrical problem. Great site.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Dome light wire diagram

Author: djkeev
Posted: Today 1:57 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Front left drum too tight on shoes

Author: emu88
Posted: Today 1:45 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Tried swapping hubs round at the front but the 'tight' one is not tight on the other shoes. The hub is not the problem, so must be the shoes on the left wheel. But with the star adjusters at their minimum what else is there to do other than grind off the inside of the hub?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Tachometer

Author: emu88
Posted: Today 1:41 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Thanks, i got these off ebay:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321124622934?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321124623098?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321124622815?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Got this '68 autostick about a year ago. Ready to fix it up

Author: volkenstein
Posted: Today 1:21 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

You can bookmark here and www.vwar.org for your Autostick specific questions.

HTH
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Front left drum too tight on shoes

Author: emu88
Subject: Front left drum too tight on shoes
Posted: Today 1:15 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

The other three drums all turn freely with the hub over the shoes, but the front left is both difficult to get on and, when it is on, it's an effort to rotate it. I have adjusted the star adjusters to their minimum point so the shoes are furthest away from the inside of the hub as possible but still, too tight.

Any ideas??
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: Scorpwanna
Posted: Today 12:34 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

asiab3 wrote:

Don't want to add too much info- but�

Regarding timing at full advance at 3500rpms or at idle:

Which do you drive at?

See, I misunderstood originally and thought that I had to be on 30 degrees at idle since I don't know anything about the RPM because I don't really know cars and I don't have a tachometer or anything to tell me where the RPMs are at. It was suggested that I try anywhere between TDC and 7.5 degrees. I see 7.5 mentioned all the time. Though my pulley does have a notch at 5 degrees after, it has to be important somehow.

The Bentley confuses me with the range since it says on page 53

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Table e. Ignition Timing

1970 cars and fuel injection cars with Automatic Stick Shift

0 degrees before TDC

Carburetor cars from August 1970 to spring 1973 and fuel injection cars with manual transmission

5 degrees after TDC

Carburetor cars only from spring 1973 (engines with a single vacuum hose to the distributor)

7.5 degrees before TDC.

====================================

Since the engine for the car originally had one of those distributors with the 2 hoses (vacuum and retard) I suppose the 5 degrees after setting was right. However, since the new distributor I have doesn't have the retard line to connect to the carb I suppose the 7.5 degrees before is the logical choice.

Though I do still have the original distributor with the vac and retard can on it.
Reason for the new distributor (less than a year old) is the original didn't mechanically/centrifugal advance and was seized and later i freed it up but still lack some shims and other internal board stuff to get it functional again)

It's all been a confusing ride. Someone should show me exactly what tool (picture or link) to use to actually measure the RPM's, maybe then I could really get it set right.

While driving to work tomorrow I'm going to listen to the engine and see if it feels better.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1983 bug made in mexico

Author: clarkson1968
Posted: Today 12:06 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Up to 1986 Mexibugs were still being made for the European market in 1200 form and as 1600s for the Mexican market. They are all but identical to the late 70s German Bugs. I have an '82 Mexi and have had no issues with Mexi only parts.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Dome light wire diagram

Author: Justbuggin175
Subject: Dome light wire diagram
Posted: Yesterday 11:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Any one have a dome light wire diagram for a 73 standard bug?

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: My before/after...72 Super

Author: fraggie
Posted: Yesterday 11:23 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

71beigeSB wrote:

Have the same exhaust on the wifes. How do you like the sound of it? Still need to insulate the inside a bit more.

Looks good & as I was told its never done

Poor wifes
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: back up switch

Author: Joel
Posted: Yesterday 10:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Who sells or a Porsche body kit?

Author: Fab4Fan
Posted: Yesterday 10:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

check out this thread. and the kit car sub-forum
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=400461&highlight=356
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: glutamodo
Posted: Yesterday 10:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

You're welcome - and I do applaud your dedication to "doing it right" and not wanting to go along with some of the functionally adequate alternatives. And yeah I also get annoyed when I read the words "all original" and immediately spot a lot of stuff that clearly isn't correct, such as this. I do appreciate those 1-in-100+ cases where that description actually is true though.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Rear hubs

Author: Multi69s
Posted: Yesterday 10:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

The stubs should be the same, but the axles may be different
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 10:36 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

glutamodo wrote:

That's up to you... whether you want to deal with trying to find those parts (really, eyeball samba classifieds and/or ebay until you score) or trying one of the other air cleaners over the years.

Oh, here's a thread that talks more about the cable-operated flap style:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=374978

-Andy

Not worth it until I find one with all that stuff, which may be a long time. I guess my point was that lots of folks on here have kept saying "get an original air cleaner" like its no big deal. Its a BIG DEAL people when you cant find all the parts you need to make it work properly.
Anyway thanks for all your help with this info.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: glutamodo
Posted: Yesterday 10:24 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

That's up to you... whether you want to deal with trying to find those parts (really, eyeball samba classifieds and/or ebay until you score) or trying one of the other air cleaners over the years.

Oh, here's a thread that talks more about the cable-operated flap style:

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=374978

-Andy

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 10:13 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

Thanks- yeah that's it. Where in the world am I supposed to get all the parts for that?? NONE of the OG air cleaners I see for sale on here or anywhere else have all the cables and flaps intact. And where does the other end of the cable connect? (Sorry I can't tell from that diagram.)
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Who sells or a Porsche body kit?

Author: Nelson69baja
Subject: Who sells or a Porsche body kit?
Posted: Yesterday 10:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Where can I find a Porsche kit car? Looking to put one on a standard chassis. 1969. Thanks.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: What is it?

Author: tgh20180
Posted: Yesterday 9:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Can someone provide a picture of this part installed?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: New to the bug world '70

Author: Keysar
Posted: Yesterday 9:53 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

Well, I'll be soon be starting on this build.
This is a good example of what I'm going for.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1460961
The plan for her is to convert the bumpers, tail lights, turn signals to '67 and to lower it like the one in the link. Redo all the interior to a stock '70 beige, put the correct tin, stock exhaust with zoom tube, dual webbers, and the original vacuum dizzy. All new rubbers all away around, all new electrical, gauges, and redo on this stereo system. Also need to replace the floor pans and the panel behind the rear seat. THEN I think I'll be happy with it. The owner who owned this before me did a lot of cheesy, hokey things to this car... So I have some work to do!
Here are a few more pictures.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1983 bug made in mexico

Author: Bugs and Gas
Subject: 83 mexican bug
Posted: Yesterday 9:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

I will have to wait to see it when I get down to California to look at it.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: glutamodo
Posted: Yesterday 9:29 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

Yeah, that 1968 was a one year only air cleaner. 1969 (and 70 I think was the same) was a bit different with only the right-side inlet. Still, it used a cable to operate the warm air flap. I guess I should have included this illustration as well:

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Kick Azz 1975 LaGrande Super Rebuild

Author: baxsie
Posted: Yesterday 9:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 176

Following the body+paint guy's advice, we got going on the paint removal. 80grit with the DA on the big sections. Detail work with the bead blaster:
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I never like those goofy-looking visors. Now I have a legitimate reason to hate them:
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Baby steps.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 9:20 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

Thanks for that info glutamodo-
My problem is NONE of those air cleaners looks like the one that was originally on my 69. Mine looked closest to the one in your first photo but had no driver's side snorkel- only the passenger side like this:

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and this one definitely has a flap cable-- you can see it in the back. So how is it controlled?

Now, concerning that vacuum-tank one - thats the one I found on bug city website, and it looks like I could ACTUALLY use that one, because my intake manifold has the vacuum port for my autostick! I would rather have stock original but would this work??
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1973 Super Beetle - Oh my what have I done

Author: asiab3
Posted: Yesterday 9:12 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 147

mcdonl, a while ago wrote:

I am trying to identify places I need to disconnect. I know about the bolts under the sides of the pan (18 or so....) and the four in the back, and the two or so in the trunk... but what about these 3 in the front and one one ach side in the rear?

It sounds like you still haven't gotten the front seperated. Have you gotten the large bolts out of the front body-chassis spot, around the passenger and driver feet area? I'm pretty sure there are 2 or 4 of them. They would be on the bottom left and right of this pic, and accessed from underneath. 19mm maybe?

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: back up switch

Author: bowtiebug
Posted: Yesterday 9:12 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

gt1953 wrote:

Just be safe, the switch is a pain to get to ~ take your time.

Yes they are , I've seen several just disconnected at the switch ..

Be sure and use jack stands or ramps before getting under car
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1973 Super Beetle - Oh my what have I done

Author: Joel
Posted: Yesterday 8:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 147

THere is a lot of other things that need unbolting that you may have missed.

The steering box and idler arm need unbolting from the body, the 2 bolts on the tunnel bracket next to the pedals?
there's 2 bolts in the back of the spare wheel well bolting the body to the frame head which are easy to miss.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: heater channels

Author: gmckinney74
Subject: heater channels
Posted: Yesterday 8:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

he said that because the channels rust so easily you use this instead. I think you could take the tubes out in the summer and "shut off" the heat by a switch of some sort

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Rack help!!

Author: asiab3
Posted: Yesterday 8:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Totally understandable!

A fellow in the bus forum said he always put his board fins up, nose down, facing forward, to press the board against the car, rather than the board trying to create lift.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Rack help!!

Author: 76 vw bug
Posted: Yesterday 8:54 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Thanks, i just dont want to be driving to the coast and start flying or worse bend my board.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: gas leaking

Author: asiab3
Subject: Re: charcoal canister
Posted: Yesterday 8:53 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

twolfe2 wrote:

I have a '71 Bug and I was planning on just getting rid of the canisters. From what I was reading with the quality of gas today they are not needed like they were in the past.

Does anyone know if the canisters are even needed anymore?

Does today's gas still have fumes?

Then you should have the canister

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=389074

EDIT: Man, I didn't even have to search for that, it was on the front page

mynameisnick wrote:

I had to cut the line. It is still there and I can always put it back. If I didn't cut it though, my gas blows out were you fill up. It is a temporary thing. the problem is though it is the metal line to the back of the car that is clogged. Do they sell replacement metal lines to the back. That is all i need I believe and then I can reconnect the rubber part.

Do this properly, save money, and use the existing tube!

Take a broken clutch cable, or a few feet of accelerator cable (the braided kind not the solid kind) or even some bicycle brake cable. Make sure one end is slightly frayed, but not bushy. Put the other end in a drill, and voil�, instant roto-rooter. Make sure to spin the drill the direction that WON'T unwrap the braided cable. push it slowly while turning at a moderately slow speed and it should clear out the tube. This works well for clogged bathtubs as well, just use a larger frayed end on the cable.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: back up switch

Author: gt1953
Posted: Yesterday 8:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Just be safe, the switch is a pain to get to ~ take your time.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: back up switch

Author: asiab3
Subject: Re: back up switch
Posted: Yesterday 8:49 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

johnprestikarate wrote:

I just located the fuse for the back up light, finding no fuse inside, so placing one in didn't help at all any way.. so now I need to replace the back up switch, Im not fond of going under any car, but I guess I have to. I think I located it, Can someone help me identify its location. My understanding its toward the back of the car transmission,. it appears to be on top. so would I have access to it from under the back seat. or do I need to just spending time deep under the car and do it. How hard is it?

Woah there- hold your horses!

Have you made sure that the fuse container is attached to the positive side of the coil with a clean, rust free connection? I pulled a bug out of storage once, and wiggling the wire was all it took to activate the lights.

When you find the reverse switch(es) on the side of the trans, check to make sure the connections are clean, (and attached!)

THEN if it still doesn't work, check to see if the switches give 12v or not when the key is in the run position and reverse is selected. Don't leave the key in the run position for very long, or you'll burn your points/condenser.

THEN if it STILL doesn't pass the test, you can replace the switch(es).
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: How do you take the sunroof apart to repair

Author: cletus_zuber
Posted: Yesterday 8:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

The Bentley manual also does a good job on the sunroofs.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Rack help!!

Author: asiab3
Posted: Yesterday 8:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

A 10 foot foot surfboard? Might need a bus:

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In all seriousness, a google image search shows TONS of bugs with surfboards on their racks. Just make sure you get one that uses the roof, not the rear decklid like the snow-ski racks.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: What is it?

Author: gt1953
Posted: Yesterday 8:40 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Wonder if it is the right or left heater tube hanger?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: asiab3
Posted: Yesterday 8:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Don't want to add too much info- but�

Regarding timing at full advance at 3500rpms or at idle:

Which do you drive at?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Rack help!!

Author: 76 vw bug
Subject: Rack help!!
Posted: Yesterday 8:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Does anybody have a roof rack on their bug? I want to put my 10 foot foot surfboard on my bug, so i want to know how my bug might handle with a long object on the roof.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Got this '68 autostick about a year ago. Ready to fix it up

Author: Taraidaictyl
Posted: Yesterday 8:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

My aunt said it was the original paint. Also, when she gave it to me the transmission was busted so I had that fixed and now its actually running. It does stall quite a bit with a cold start but that's probably something I can have fixed later considering I live in California.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Got this '68 autostick about a year ago. Ready to fix it up

Author: gt1953
Posted: Yesterday 8:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

Gosh I do like the patina on your vehicle. An autostick should be interesting to get running.
Can you tell if that is the orginal paint.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Got this '68 autostick about a year ago. Ready to fix it up

Author: Taraidaictyl
Subject: Got this '68 autostick about a year ago. Ready to fix it up
Posted: Yesterday 8:23 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

http://imgur.com/a/TD3Y7 I don't know where to start with this guy. Any suggestions? (I really don't know much about cars)

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: glutamodo
Posted: Yesterday 8:22 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

VW only used a cable control from 1968 through 1970. In 1968, it was like this:

750){ this.height = Math.round((750/this.width)*this.height); this.width = 750; }" onclick="javascript:window.open('http://members.trainorders.com/android/VW10/1968BugOilBathAirCleaner.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." />

In 1971, for one year only, they used a wax-style thermostat to open the flap.

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Then they went to the vacuum style, which carried over once they changed to the paper-element air cleaner. This is how that vacuum style works:

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Anyway, I'm happy with the 1300 smaller-style air cleaner I have on my 1600DP Baja, with just the "primitive" gravity/air-flow flap on the arm, with the smaller 25mm hose that I ran to the fitting on my heater box... (I sought out such a heater box at a swap meet many years ago just for this purpose)

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: heater channels

Author: gooser
Posted: Yesterday 7:57 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

somebody was talking about this the other day. running tubes under the seats for heat to the front and using the existing heater channels for defrost only. keeping the flaps on the sides closed.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Sender unit bolts smell burned!!

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 7:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I even let my mom smell them and her immediate response was "wow those smell burned."
My family is the only owner of the car. Sender unit MAY have been changed sometime in the past, but I guarantee the fuel tank and most the rest of the car is factory original.

Just weird more than anything else.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 7:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Yes 30� BTDC would be WAAAYY too high at idle!! We said several times to do it at 30� WITH THE ENGINE REVVING!

Another thing, if they are swearing its supposed to be timed at 7.5� then ask them why there is no 7.5� mark on your pulley. HMMMMMMMMM.....

OK here is what I would do. Set it at 30� BTDC at 3500-3800 RPMs (remember to DISCONNECT the vacuum hose and plug it when doing this.) Then let it fall back to idle and see where the timing ends up there. If it is less than 7.5� BTDC at idle, or anywhere between 0 and 7.5�, just leave it. If it is anything MORE than 7.5� BTDC at idle, then redo the timing at idle at 7.5� which would be a good idle time AND will get you as close to 30� BTDC at full advance as possible without going too high.

You may even repeat this procedure 2 or 3 times to get what YOU feel would be the perfect timing.

Compromise is the name of the game.
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Solex 30 PICT3 carb

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Sender unit bolts smell burned!!

Author: glutamodo
Posted: Yesterday 7:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Sounds bizarre to me... you sure the neighbor wasn't barbequing when you were sniffing?

Really, the current that goes through the gauge is small, nothing like what would cause something to smell "burnt". Hmm.. maybe some previous owner might have rescued some parts out of a burnt-out shell of a VW?

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: Scorpwanna
Posted: Yesterday 7:30 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

A person I know on facebook contacted a friend of theirs that lives within 60 miles of my location and they sent me a text message said timing it at 30 was way too high. That I should time it at around 7.5 at idle. Someone else I talked too that heard the engine said that idle timing should be at that too, that the 30 was just when reving the engine.

I had adjusted the timing so that it was at 30 degrees at idle without reving so that's why I've been having problems.

So I thought maybe I've just been misunderstanding the instructions you've been giving me.

As for now it sounds a lot better. Just need to wait for those plug wires to get in. Got genuine German.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: air filter options.

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 7:25 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 17

No takers on this one? Really?
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Solex 30 PICT3 carb

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Rear hubs

Author: Bluedruid
Subject: Rear hubs
Posted: Yesterday 7:22 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

are the rear axle stubs that go through the swing arms the same on auto stick and manuals? we are switching to a manual and are wondering if the cv joints will bolt right up to the hub stubs.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Sender unit bolts smell burned!!

Author: sb001
Subject: Sender unit bolts smell burned!!
Posted: Yesterday 7:22 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I changed the fuel gauge sender unit seal ring tonight, the new ring came with new bolts and washers so I swapped, and the old bolts all had a distinctive burned smell to them! What in the world could have caused that?? I can think of a dozen different reasons why the gas in the engine bay might smell like that, but bolts in the sender unit?? The gas in the fuel tank itself smelled pretty much OK and fuel gauge works fine.
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Bosch 113905205AE DVDA distributor
Solex 30 PICT3 carb

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Felt in Distributor

Author: Glenn
Posted: Yesterday 7:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

All mechanical advance distributors had felt under the rotor.

Vacuum only had a solid shaft and there's nothing to lubricate.

PM me with your address and i'll mail you a new felt pill.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Felt in Distributor

Author: Tim Donahoe
Subject: Felt in Distributor
Posted: Yesterday 7:19 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

I was re-setting my points today in my Bosch 034 and I noticed that the inside of the shaft--just under where the rotor sits--did not have any felt. I put a drop or two of oil in there, anyway.

Did some year's dizzys need no felt? Or did some not need this bit of oil, from time to time?

Tim

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: My before/after...72 Super

Author: 71beigeSB
Posted: Yesterday 7:19 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

MA Motorworks its a euro style. Wife loves the tone. She wanted something different. Said she can hear it 2 streets over lol. We are running the J-tubes also. Our engine setup is stock aside from that.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: My before/after...72 Super

Author: scubaaron
Posted: Yesterday 7:16 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Exhaust sounds great! Not a typical Beetle sound, very mellow throaty sound. Was on the car when i got it, not sure where it came from. Took bug to a good ol boy aircooled shop (to pick up parts) and the mechanic loved it, said he hadn't seen one in awhile, called it a mando style.

Where did you get the one for your wifes?

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: sb001
Posted: Yesterday 7:16 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Change all 4 plug wires, and then do the timing however you want- just about everyone on here has said 30� BTDC @ 3500-3800 RPMs, do the people telling you not to time it that way know that you re doing it @ 3500-3800 RPMs? That is full advance, be sure they know that. Or you can do it at idle at 5� ATDC and then rev it to 3500-3800 RPMs and see where your timing falls.
I am glad to hear your pinging was actually exhaust pipes
I just got my car back from the definitive VW expert up here in the Little Rock area who fixed a loose cylinder head for me, and mine purrs like a kitten, but even now I can hear a little pinging on it. Im just not worrying about it anymore.
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1600 SP motor
Bosch 113905205AE DVDA distributor
Solex 30 PICT3 carb

"I'll miss you and your car with the funny seat belts!"

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Distributor situation

Author: sandbags
Posted: Yesterday 6:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

I HOpe tHat was The Problem, I Won't Be Able To Find Out Until This Weekend. I Will Set It With A Timing Gun This Weekend.

As for The Distributor, I Had It just Like In The Picture. And When I Put The New One In The Rotor Was At The Five O'clock.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Distributor question

Author: Glenn
Posted: Yesterday 6:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

No, there should be a fiber washer and metal shims. The fiber washer most likely broke and got chewed up and the metal shims are worn.

I have replacements, if interested send me a PM.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Distributor situation

Author: ashman40
Posted: Yesterday 6:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

If your distributor and your distributor drive gear are setup properly the 009 rotor should point to the 5-o'clock position (as viewed from the rear). But if the drive gear has been installed incorrectly the rotor could point to any one of the other 11 positions (12 toothed gear). Did you happen to check that your distributor drive gear looked like this when you removed the distributor?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: Distributor question

Author: badwolf18
Subject: Distributor question
Posted: Yesterday 6:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

I had my distributor out and noticed that the "key" on the end that seats in the block is loose. It wobbles quite a bit. Is this normal? It's a vacuum advance on a 1968 1500.

Thanks in advance!
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Getting the ball rolling '73 Standard - It's Alive!!

Author: Diego Wolfwood
Posted: Yesterday 6:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2240

There's a couple pictures of my pedal cluster on page 4 of my topic, they might be able to help you. I dunno if there were any differences in the cluster between 1970-1973 or not, though.

Congrats on finally conquering the clutch tube problem, by the way
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: wanting to change bumpers.

Author: Adam91
Subject: wanting to change bumpers.
Posted: Yesterday 6:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 0

PO put early front fenders and bumpers on my car and I want to change back to stock. will bumpers from a 73 super fit my 71 standard. they look pretty similar and the brackets look right. I read on here that it should be the same but I only saw it once. dont want to spend money and have it not work.

thanks!

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: steering wheel buzzing electrical noise? please help!

Author: baja kid
Posted: Yesterday 6:27 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

a little more information too add, so today when i got home from work i was playing with the steering wheel and the buzzing noise, i dont have to be driving but the key has to be on.

Also when i disconnected one of the plugs under the column and turned the wheel the buzzing stopped. i couldent get it too buzz. also it only seems to happen at about 9 or 10 oclock position wise. also the noise seems to be coming from inside the steering column area.

Hope this helps, where do i go from here? thanks
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1973 Super Beetle - Oh my what have I done

Author: mcdonl
Posted: Yesterday 6:26 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 147

Plotch, I made huge progress... I found the problem. The heater channel on both sides were trashed and everything from tack weld to rivets were holding it together a dozen different ways. I will be replacing a lot of metal but I will have it apart by the weeks end I suspect!!

I will snap some pictures in the morning and post them tomorrow.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Engine running hot & smoking!

Author: 69swagginwagon
Posted: Yesterday 6:18 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

It was on the inside of the cylinder sorry for not clarifying but I'm calling a mechanic tomorrow because my car doesn't want to go in gear when the car is on so I am going to have him put the seal in and take a look at the oil leak I would do it myself but I'm graduating high school in a couple weeks so I have no time and I want it running well soon so I can go on a road trip! I will look for risers and maybe a deck lid with the slots this weekend at the bugorama I will keep you updated whenever I can

if you have any other ideas on how to keep it cool crazy or not let me know

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: How do you decode a distributor?

Author: Glenn
Posted: Yesterday 6:10 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

JUR4 = 4 cylinder vacuum advance
231 137 021 = Bosch part number
113 905 205M = VW part number

Quote:

Beetle 1968 * 1500 Man Trans

Distributor: VW 113-905-205M, Bosch 0231 137 021
Can Use: VW 113-905-205T, Bosch 0231 137 035 or 036
Replacement: VW 111-905-205AA, Bosch 0231 137 039
Points: 01 013
Points Replacement Plate Assy: VW 111-905-227B, Bosch 1237 110 139
Condensor: 02 007 - Note: If equipped w/AC use 02 069
Rotor: 04 006 (Replacement uses 04 033)
Parts Kit (Shims, Washers & Hardware): 059-998-211, Bosch 1237 010 007
Cap: 03 001 (Replacement uses 03 010)
Coil: 00 015 (Blue Coil: 00 012)
Vacuum Can: 07 024 (Replacement uses Bosch 1237 121 400)
Ignition Wires: 09 001
Spark Plug: W8AC
Timing Set At:: 0deg TDC Static or @800-950rpm w/strobe w/vacuum hose disconnected and plugged
Advance/Retard Range: Vacuum (Advance Only): 17-19deg @ 1.3 In. Hg, 32-35deg @ 3.2 In. Hg

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 1973 Super Beetle - Oh my what have I done

Author: plotch
Posted: Yesterday 5:58 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 147

Hope that you made some progress tonight. It is very frustrating working alone when you know that a pair of hands can make a huge difference. This weekend i'll try and catch up to you in my rebuild of the rusty bits. Engine out, gas tank out, ready to become a Baja. Good luck dude.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: How do you decode a distributor?

Author: glennmac
Subject: How do you decode a distributor?
Posted: Yesterday 5:57 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

Mine says:
JUR4
231 137 021
113 905 205M
Does that mean anything? I read a lot on here about certain # distributors working with certain # carbs. Just wondering what I have here.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: My before/after...72 Super

Author: 71beigeSB
Posted: Yesterday 5:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Have the same exhaust on the wifes. How do you like the sound of it? Still need to insulate the inside a bit more.

Looks good & as I was told its never done
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Carbon Canister Refresh - Howto

Author: johnR
Posted: Yesterday 5:45 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 85

ROCKOROD71 wrote:

I periodically ask this question when this topic comes up, and have yet to get an answer or response:
How do you route the hose FROM the expansion cannister in the trunk, OUT of the trunk and to the hard line going back to the charcoal cannister.
I am talking about a STANDARD beetle, not the supers with the expansion tube going across the back of the trunk. The expansion cannister sits along the right side fender well in the trunk. I cannot for the life of me figure where to route the hose, I see no holes for it. Does it just go under the gas tank somewhere? Everything else for the EVAP system is in place, this is the last puzzle piece. A picture would be amazing! Please don't post the diagram of the parts, that shows me nothing.
Thanks!

I'll try to get a bunch of pics of my '77 standard up in my gallery. I hope they show you what you need to know. Let me know if you need an extra pic or closeup of something, or I can highlight or better describe the photos if they aren't clear.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_search.php?search_author=johnR

Here are some key shots (again, lots more in the gallery)
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: Scorpwanna
Posted: Yesterday 5:40 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

I've got so many different people telling me that timing it to 30 degrees before TDC isn't right. I'm so confused. What is the normal timing for a 71 DP 1600 stock everything?
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: How best clean intake manifold Heat Risers?

Author: 68IHscout
Posted: Yesterday 5:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 22

Holy crap batman ,....I started today worked on it for 20 minutes , got about a inch through on one side and about 6 inches on the otherside , wish they made a flexible drill bit ...

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Distributor situation

Author: andk5591
Posted: Yesterday 5:38 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

You probably just had the muffler loaded up with gas. As far as your max advance, I would suggest 28 to 30 as a good place to be. 36 is pretty high IMHO. And you idle is whatever it is. Usually will be somewhere between 5 and 10, but it really doesnt matter.
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Rosie 65 bug - My mostly stock daily driver.
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Maxine 61 Cal-look bug - Cindy's daily driver.
Max - 73 standard project at wife's request and your gonna die when you see this one.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 69 died on the way home today. Help?

Author: andk5591
Posted: Yesterday 5:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 21

Peening seems to work pretty well - Anymore, I do that on any that dont have the c-clips, but the one with JB Weld is still holding up really well.
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Rosie 65 bug - My mostly stock daily driver.
Woodie 69 VW woodie (Hot VWs 7/12).
Maxine 61 Cal-look bug - Cindy's daily driver.
Max - 73 standard project at wife's request and your gonna die when you see this one.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Adding Chrome moldings and emblems to a 2000 Mexican Beetle

Author: type1vwjapan
Posted: Yesterday 5:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 13

Thanks 77 Kafer. I ordered the exact 3M molding tape that you recommended, and I ordered a 1952-63 stainless steel, high quality chrome molding 7 piece kit, the 51-59 Wolfsburg white background hood crest with the mounting plate, and 2 high quality 67-79 chrome headlight rings through cip1 last night.

I'm going to try my best to use the 3M molding tape that you mentioned in order to tape on the the 67-79 plastic white clips all around the car and on the hood after I cut off all the pieces on the back of the clip, since I don't actually have any holes in my body for the clips to mount into. After I tape all the clips onto the car, I will then add some molding tape to the surface of each clip and then slowly tape the chrome pieces into place around the car. I know that these clips aren't the correct clips for this type of molding, but I can't use the actual pre-67 molding clips since they don' have a surface for me to stick the chrome onto. I plan on using extra clips to support these bigger chrome pieces to make sure that these pieces are stuck nice and flush to the car.

If these clips end up not working, then I guess I will have to use something else or another means to stick these to the car. I'm sure it won't be too challenging, although it will take much longer than just putting the thinner chrome pieces onto the car. I just really want the pre-67 moldings on my car. I think these chrome molding pieces will fit okay onto the car and line up alright. If not, then I guess I will have to customize them a bit to make them look right and fit.

I also plan to tape on the VW emblem and hood crest as well. Probably last, although I'm not too sure if they should go on first or not. Putting these on should not be too much of an issue I think.

I know there are differences in the hood, but I think that the center part where the chrome actually goes onto is about the same. I looked vigorously for hours at pre 67 hoods and hoods from the 50's and compared them to later model Beetles and Mexican Beetle hoods and seems like the chrome molding piece on the hood should go on fine. It might have to be shaped a little bit, not sure, but should go on well if I'm careful and work with it a little bit.

Any advice or extra info would greatly be appreciated guys!! Thanks!

I'm probably not going to be able to work on this until mid summer. I could not have the parts sent to me here right now so I had them sent to my parents home in the US for now. so I'm going to wait until they come over next or just have them send me the parts over here later when they send one of their care packages. Again, thank you all very much! Such a wonderful website.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Proper timing for my bug?

Author: Scorpwanna
Posted: Yesterday 5:17 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 45

Another update:

My step-dad listened to my bug run. He covered the tail pipes and the rattle/pinging noise stopped, he says it's my muffler that's causing the sound.

Seems #4 spark plug wire has a break in the rubber of the line just before where it plugs into the plug. Guess this is causing it to miss every so often.
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SOLEX 34-PICT 3 Carb
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: heater channels

Author: gmckinney74
Subject: heater channels
Posted: Yesterday 4:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I was talking to an older guy the other day he had a few bugs in his day and hes a body shop guy. he told me he saw a kit about 15 years ago for heat. instead of going threw the channels there were tubes that ran inside the car under the seats.he also said they worked good but took up rear passenger room. anybody using this set up or even heard of it?

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Need help to identify an electrical connector

Author: ashman40
Posted: Yesterday 4:54 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

First thing, you should add your model and model year into your signature so you don't forget to add that info next time. It can be very useful.

Is this the connector? (Adding a pic when you are asking about some unknown "thingamajig" is also very useful)
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This is the connector that ran to the flywheel position sensor which was located on the right side upper flange of the case. It wires the sensor back to the rectangular diagnostic plug (seen in the background).
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Transmission Picture

Author: Ty9000
Posted: Yesterday 4:41 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

MRJEL wrote:

Ty9000 wrote:

drs1023 wrote:

If you are in 1/2 gear and the shifter won't move, don't disassemble anything just yet. After you answer MRJEL's question, we may be able to help.

Nah, I'm not stuck in any gear. I'm just curious.

Just want to see what it looks like from the top. Everything I can find shows it from the side or in pieces.

Well, since it is in a not splittable case, the pic you probably want would be hard to do.

Look through the pics at longs site and see if that gives you want you want, if not, order their repair videos!
http://www.longenterprises.com/

Right, gotcha! Thanks for the website link. It's superb!! It does have some great pictures; better than I have seen before!

Thanks!

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 73 SB dies at rpm drop...

Author: jhoefer
Posted: Yesterday 4:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

djkeev wrote:

Worn throttle shaft bushings? Sucking air, mixture screwed up at various rotation points.

That's what I would think, air leak in the intake somewhere. At idle, shoot some carb cleaner at all the intake connections/gaskets (heads, center section ends, carb base) and see if any make the idle speed go up. Fire extinguisher ready of course. Also, you can take off the air cleaner and while idling, plug the carb with your palm. If the engine doesn't quit quickly, you probably have an air leak.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Transmission Picture

Author: MRJEL
Posted: Yesterday 4:31 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6

Ty9000 wrote:

drs1023 wrote:

If you are in 1/2 gear and the shifter won't move, don't disassemble anything just yet. After you answer MRJEL's question, we may be able to help.

Nah, I'm not stuck in any gear. I'm just curious.

Just want to see what it looks like from the top. Everything I can find shows it from the side or in pieces.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Starter

Author: Cusser
Posted: Yesterday 4:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Multi69s wrote:

To truly test a battery you need to measure the voltage when it is under a load. Most people can not afford these meters, so for the home user, a hydrometer is the next best thing.

Digital multimeters routinely go on sale at Sears for $15 or less. I actually have three of theirs.

Absolute best piece of test equipment for this would be a DC ammeter, but would need capacity of like 100 amps or more, and those are expensive.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Carbon Canister Refresh - Howto

Author: tgh20180
Posted: Yesterday 4:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 85

Rockorod71

I know you said you had a standard and I'm sending a pic of a Super Beetle but it might give you a clue. The yellow plastic hose in this picture is the one that eventually connects to the charcoal canister mounted under the left rear fender.

The hose routes through the same holes that the brake lines and speedo cable go through. After it exits the car under the gas tank it connects to a metal gas line and runs across the front of the car under the front edge of the gas tank, it then turns to the rear and goes back under the passenger side.

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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Starter

Author: Multi69s
Posted: Yesterday 4:19 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Grifter - thats exactly what they do, but so many people insist that their battery is good and they never take them in to be tested.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Starter

Author: drs1023
Posted: Yesterday 4:18 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Auto parts stores usually don't test sp gr. But, their testers do shave _how charge under load and maximun drain at the battery's rated amps. They are more likely to fudge toward the battery showing bad so they can make a sale. I would put a lot of stock in their test if they tell you it's OK -at least the ones in my area are pretty trustworthy.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Simple Cheap Electric Fuel Pump Safety Switch

Author: Multi69s
Posted: Yesterday 4:17 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

You both have good designs and what I like about both of them is that you added an external switch to fill the carb bowl when it is empty. Many folks forget this and it is a pain to start the car if it has sat for awhile or you do a carb swap.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Compression tester with VWs

Author: drs1023
Posted: Yesterday 4:11 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Yeah, that's the same one.

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Oil in after market air filter

Author: Multi69s
Posted: Yesterday 4:10 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I don't think that I would call it normal. However, without all of the inforamtion, it is hard to give a correct diagnoses. A picture of your aircleaner setup would be helpful. Do you do a lot of highway driving? how long has it been since you last looked at the aircleaner?

You may have some blowby issues. Instead of buying a breather box, buy a long section of breather hose and loop it around the rear deck lid hinge brackets, then to the carb. This loop can act as an oil trap and not oil up the filter.
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Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Starter

Author: Grifter
Posted: Yesterday 4:05 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Isn't that what the battery test that most auto parts stores do for free show?
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durhamfirecaptain wrote:

Wow, we have VW's in North Carolina?

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: 72 super idles rough and struggles go

Author: zimmyjim
Posted: Yesterday 4:00 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1

check all ur wiring back there for good connections..then maybe clean ur carb

Beetle - Late Model/Super - 1968-up :: RE: Starter

Author: Multi69s
Posted: Yesterday 3:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

jusr putting a voltmeter on a battery doesn't show squat. It can be defective or under charged yet still show 12 volts. Batterys build up whats called a surface charge. To truly test a battery you need to measure the voltage when it is under a load. Most people can not afford these meters, so for the home user, a hydrometer is the next best thing. It shows the specific gravity of the acid/water solution (electrolyte) and is a good and inexpensive way of seeing what condition your battery is in.
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