Do i need anything else to get my car going?

[rustfree1967bug]

Ok i have a 1970 beetle convertible, when i bought it it had been sitting in a garage for 10 years, and was never driven during that time. Here is what i am ordering for it.

Bosch ignition wire set
bosch blue coil
generator belt
front rubber brake hoses
front brake hardware kit
front wheel cylinders
rear metal brake lines ( the ones that are in between the wheel cylinder and rubber hose)
Shift boot
Pedal pads
carpet
shift rod bushing.

I already have new rear wheel cylinders, rear rubber brake hoses, rear brake hardware kit, complete engine gasket set, and a new fuel sender.

So im wondering what else i should replace before making it my daily driver next spring? Should i replace the cap, rotor, points and condensor?
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'69 ghia
'65 singlecab
'66 sunroof beetle
'74 bus
'67 so-42


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[70bugken]

It all depends on the condition of everything. Do you have photos? One thing I'd recommend it replacing the fuel lines with the braided German ones, and moving the in-line fuel filter to the underside of the car outta the engine compartment. See the "sticky" discussion on Beetle fires. The other thing you will want to check out are if the rubber seals are still good. There is all kinds of rubber all over your car - windows, gaskets for handles, lights, doors, etc. One of the ones that is essential is the engine-to-body seal, and it is often overlooked. That one keeps the "bad air" from under the car out of the engine compartment. Also, the hood and trunk seals, while appearing pretty benign, also serve an important function as well. Lucky for you, all of this stuff is readily available from a number of vendors. Have fun, and good luck!

[rustfree1967bug]

I will replace the fuel line with the german style line and move the fuel filter under the gas tank. And probably replace all the light bulbs. Other than that is that about all i need for the mechanicals part?
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'70 ghia
'69 ghia
'65 singlecab
'66 sunroof beetle
'74 bus
'67 so-42


IDA's...well... they talk dirty -MURZI

[70bugken]

I'd double-check all of your fuses, too. If you have the time, it doesn't hurt to replace them all...they're cheap. Make sure they are all there, too! Don't forget to make sure the pressure is correct in your tires, too.

[andk5591]

[rustfree1967bug]

I will clean the carb and replace all the gaskets.
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'70 ghia
'69 ghia
'65 singlecab
'66 sunroof beetle
'74 bus
'67 so-42


IDA's...well... they talk dirty -MURZI

[Beaboy]

OK. Now the hardest part of all to find - you need to get one of those little doggies with the head that bobbles up and down and afix it to your rear dash panel. Once you got that, you're ready for the road!
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[Azsilverbug]

and don't forget the flower and peace sign decals

[andk5591]

Going back to filter under tank as mentioned earlier - just read a post that reminded me why I don't like putting it there. Pop the filter off and gas is pouring all over the place. Above the rear axle is closer to the engine, but far enough forward so its not as much of a hazard - but its also much easier to replace and stillnot get a gas bathe when doing it.
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[wcfvw69]

If the bug is new to you, change the clutch cable and throttle cable with new German made ones. Change the bowden tube too. Cheap insurance for you. You need to watch for oil leaks especially the front main seal behind the flywheel. They tend to harden after sitting for a long time.

Finally, as mentioned above, due a full tune up and then make sure your timing is set for the distributor you have in the engine.

Good luck.
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[rustfree1967bug]

Are the throttle and clutch cables from cip1 good quality? As i said i will be putting all new gaskets in the engine including the man seal.

Is this a good bowden tube? http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=VWC%2D311%2D721%2D361

How hard is it to change? Would it be easier with the engine out of the car?
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'70 ghia
'69 ghia
'65 singlecab
'66 sunroof beetle
'74 bus
'67 so-42


IDA's...well... they talk dirty -MURZI

[andk5591]

Lets get your list reigned in a bit LOL - technically you can go through the car from one end to another - and if you have the time and money to replace everything, then what the hell, do it.

If you don't have both, then get through what all you really need to do to make it safe and reasonably reliable. It's an old car - you will always have a to do list.

#1 Don't catch fire or run out of gas - already covered.
#2 Stopping is a good thing - already covered.
#3 Not damaging engine and running nicely - Covered.
#4 Lubricating cables is a good idea. Do you need to replace them? I wouldn't unless there was evidence of a problem - but if you have the time and money, go for it.
#5 All lights working, things like that are important.
#6 Age/dry rot cracks on tires - Having tires that don't fall apart is mandatory.

Beyond that - pick whatever is the biggest issue at the moment and deal with it - there will usually be something.
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D-Dubya Manx clone 1914. Ex wifes car.
Rosie 65 bug - My mostly stock daily driver.
Woodie 69 VW woodie (Hot VWs 7/12).
"John's car" 64 VW woodie - The first ever
Maxine 61 Cal-look bug - Ex-wifes car.
66 bug project - Real patina & Suby conversion
There's more, but not keeping them...

[wcfvw69]