Type 3 FAQ/Common Questions - *Read before posting*

[EverettB]

This thread will contain answers to common questions about Type 3s. If you have a question and answer that should be added to this list or a correction, please email or pm me and I will add/update the FAQ. Thank you. You can also refer to the Type 3 Buyer's Guide

Common Type 3 Topics

-- Suspension/Lowering --
Shocks
Type 3 front sway bars
How to Lower / Raise Front and Rear Suspension - With Photos
How do I lower my Type 3
How do I lower my Type 3 #2
How do I lower my Type 3 #3
Lowering and leveling the Type 3 - Videos
Type 1 Beam discussion
Type 3 Front Beam reconditioning guide

-- Brakes/Tires/Wheels --
Type 3 wheels - photos and discussion
Tire sizing and wheel back spacing/offset
Type 3 vs. Type 1 wheels
Early slotted and smooth wheels, 1961-65
Early wheel cylinders
Hubcaps
Beauty Rings
Porsche Wheels
Shocks - Original colors
Brake pedal template and push rod length

-- Electrical --
Tachometers (External link)
No Spark
Ignition removal
Ignition discussion
Converting from Generator to Alternator
Generator to Alternator conversion
Aussie style alternator for a Type 3
Push-button dash electrical discussion
Push-button dash rebuild
Clock repair

-- Engine --
Type I engine in a Type III
Is this a Type 3 case?
1500 'S' M249 Option
Chrome exhaust tips
How to install thermostat and flaps into fan shroud
Changing the fan belt | Changing the fan belt
Oil Cooler seals

-- Interior/Seats/Seals --
Guide to Type 3 interiors
Front seat removal
Rear seat removal
Fastback pop-out seals
How to install window scrapers
Window Crank clips
Shift knobs
Rubber preservative/treatment
Fender Beading
Squareback cargo dimensions
Front Trunk Restoration
Type 34 Headliner Installation

-- Transmission --
Transmission codes
Automatic Transmission Rebuild
Installing short axles
003 transmission - PDF (external link)
Automatic transmission parts reference (external link)

-- Fuel system --
Stock jetting specs for PHN and PDSIT carbs
Type 3 Fuel Injection
FI video
Megasquirt
Checking the gas gauge and sender
Fuel sender repair
How to rebuild an early Type 3 fuel pump
Gas tank cleaning | Gas tank cleaning | Gas tank cleaning

-- Metalwork/Paint/Body -- (also see Body/Paint forum)
Floor pans
Fresh air drains
Notchback decklids
Squareback engine lid, strap, and hook
Engine lid insulation | Engine lid padding | Engine lid padding
Side Marker Location
Type 34 hinge rebuild
Hood stuck shut
Bumper brackets
Clutch cable tube repair
Antenna hole location

-- Miscellaneous --
64/65 N vs. S models
E-Models
TS Models 1964-65 Canadian S models
Sunroofs
Cleaning sunroof drain tubes
Roof racks
Exterior mirrors
License plate brackets
Type 3 Cabriolets/Convertibles
Type 3 Panel Vans

-- Vehicle Threads / Builds --
1962 Notchback Restoration - Gulf Blue
1963 Sunroof Notch
1964 Birch Green Canadian Squareback
1964 Ruby Red TS Sunroof Squareback Build
'64 Black / Red Sunroof push button Notch
1964 T-34 "Wolfie" - Had some time for the T-34 today
My 64 Notchback Daily Driver Build
1965 Notchback Project
My Notchback 1500s from France 1965 first hand
1966 Squareback project
'67 South African Type 3 Variant
Montehms 67 Prairie Square
1967 Squareback - My Shop-car build thread
1968 1600TL Fastback Automatic from the UK
1968 Variant build
Qoo's 69 Fastback project!
69 RHD Notchback (New Zealand)
1969 Automatic Type 34
Bob's 1971 Notchback | Bob's 1971 Notchback
1972 Squareback - The darkside is calling...
Cactus' Bag/BD'd '73 Square Build
1973 Pro-Street Fastback
New Zealand T34 Ghia project
Type 3 Truck - The "Other" VW


-- Vintage Articles --
Science and Mechanics - October, 1961 - 1 2 3 4 5 6




Q. Can I put a Type 1 (upright) motor in my Type 3?
A. Yes, it fits as the Type 1 and Type 3 motors are basically the same. However, your cooling will be seriously affected. The Type 1 engine is designed for a sealed engine compartment while the Type 3 is not. For best results and long engine life, you would have to completely seal off the engine compartment with custom tin, as well as provide a way for fresh air to enter. That work, combined with the increased noise and loss of the rear trunk area, make using a Type 1 engine a poor idea.

Q. Can I put an pre-1969 engine in my 69-up Type 3?
A. Yes. Late model owners ('69 on) looking to replace their engine need to make sure the engine they want to swap in has the mounting bosses for the engine hanger. An introduction - Swing axles were used in the US until 1968, after that (beginning in 69) IRS was used. The swing axle used the 2 forks under the transmission, and a donut shaped mount up top. The upper mount is more of a vibration damper than a motor mount. The IRS uses an engine hanger that mounts to 3 bosses on the engine case itself, and 2 hanging brackets that are rubber insolated and attach to the body. There aren't any forks under an IRS (stock), this is because in 1969, the Automatic Transmission became available in the type 3. Since VW didn't know which trans was going to be used in each car, they redesigned the rear suspension to take advantage of both, and eliminated the forks.

Q. Do Type 3s run hotter than a Beetle or Bus?
A. No, this is a myth. Any VW engine will run hot if you do not have the proper stock tin and engine seals, some of which are often missing on all used Volkswagens.

Q. When were Type 3 produced?
A. 1961-73

Q. When were carburetors used on the Type 3?
A. 1961-73, with USA models switching to Fuel Injection (FI) in 1968. Dual carburetors became available in late 1963 for the 1964 models.

Type 3 Information available on The Samba
VIN Numbers
M-Codes
Paint and Upholstery combinations
Wiring Diagrams
Production Figures
Brochures/Literature
Manuals

Type 3 Information elsewhere on the Internet
Type 3 Registry - http://www.type3registry.com
Type 3 Wiki - http://www.type3wiki.com
The 1500 Club - http://www.vw1500.com

Type 3 Parts Vendors
Bill & Steve's Webpage down but call (562) 923-3251 or Toll Free (877) VW_RESTO
* T3D - UK based
* VWType3.Org Classified/Want ads
* ISPWest (PimpPride on eBay)
* Foreign Policy

Type 3 only Clubs/Websites/Forums
The 1500 Club
Type 3 & 4 Club - UK-based
Type 3 books and manuals - Including Fuel Injection (FI)

Fuel Injection (FI) links
http://classicvw.org/gallery2/v/Fuel-Injection-Manual


The Type 3 FAQ is dedicated to RIP Russ Wolfe (1943 - 2011)

[EverettB]

Added a couple links above.

Unlocking so people can post here if they know of a thread to be added as I think this might be more effective since no one ever PMs me with new links.
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[vugbug68]

One thing i've noticed while working on Type 3's lately is changing the fanbelt is a pain in the ass! Why VW didn't make the generators the same as type 1's is beyond me. Anyway i'm surprised this topic wasn't in the FAQ.

here is a link
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1...mp;start=0
short version
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=141357&highlight=fan+belt
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[EverettB]

Thanks, I will add those 2 threads
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[EverettB]

I'd like to expand the "Vehicle Builds" section of the FAQ above so please post links to any dedicated car threads here and I will add them.

I went through the first 3-4 pages and added any recent links.

Thank you.
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Added a couple of Vehicle threads, thanks to a member for the list via PM.
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