Is This a Bus Case?

67ctbug · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:17 pm Post subject: Is This a Bus Case?

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Just like the title says, is it a bus case?
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vwjetboat · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:31 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

I do not see the mounting holes in the front.. but you do know you can get a bracket that fits oil pump and use in bus

67ctbug · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:33 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

I knew that, I was just wondering. If it was, I was gonna use it in bus I might get. If its not, which it appears to not be, I was gonna sell it to put more money towards the bus.
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'63 Ragtop
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'73 Dodge W200
'72 Dodge Wrecker
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babysnakes · Samba Member Joined: August 19, 2008 Posts: 7106

Sell it.

67ctbug · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:47 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

How much do you think I can get? Like $200?
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'67 Beetle L41
'74 Westfalia
'69 Plymouth "Adam-12"
'63 Ragtop
'73 914
'73 Dodge W200
'72 Dodge Wrecker
Go Cubs!
World Series Champions 2016

vwjetboat · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:57 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

measure the bearings.. has it been cut? uncut cases are worth more..

vwjetboat · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 3:59 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

look at the thrust bearing.. the inner lip is 2.5 mm the outer lip...the one the shims ride on.. new its 2.5 mm.. cut once ..its 3.5 mm cut twice its 4.5 mm..

67ctbug · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 4:10 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

I have no idea what you're talking about... I'm more of a body man, never really done engine work. What is the thrust bearing?
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'67 Beetle L41
'74 Westfalia
'69 Plymouth "Adam-12"
'63 Ragtop
'73 914
'73 Dodge W200
'72 Dodge Wrecker
Go Cubs!
World Series Champions 2016

vwjetboat · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 4:16 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

nevermind.. you just have the case.. you do not have bearings that came out of it

67ctbug · Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 4:16 pm Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

Yeah, just the case.
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'67 Beetle L41
'74 Westfalia
'69 Plymouth "Adam-12"
'63 Ragtop
'73 914
'73 Dodge W200
'72 Dodge Wrecker
Go Cubs!
World Series Champions 2016

rockerarm · Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 7:16 am Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

Hi. Looks to be a type 1 case for the '68 and '69 model year, based off the H5xxxx id number. Prone to cracks and warping even 20+ years ago.
At a minimum you can look for cracks and torque it together and see if the center main web is spread. A cheapo set to calipers could help identify the main bores and thrust width. And you can easily view to see if case savers are installed. If it passes your inspection it might warrant a dedicated air-cooled machine shop to clean it up and have the expert eyes look further.
Bill.

Abscate · Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 7:35 am Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

Type I Beetle case, circa DEC 1966 (model 1967 year, 1500 cc as built)

They are approximately 0.833333333 cents per piece

Ive got a complete running 67 engine I sold for $500 for example.
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danfromsyr · Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 7:50 am Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

complete with detritus and rusty studs I wouldn't value that over $50..
actually I wouldn't value that at all, in any unknown and neglected state.
but people do buy for crazy reasons at times..
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williamM · Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 7:57 am Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?

first test will be to pull the top/flywheel side head stud-(should be counter bored deep into the block)-- pour in a little soapy water and apply compressed air.--check the flywheel side of the block for bubbles-- if it bubbles- you have a new door stop.

If that passes- Then take it to the vw shop for evaluation- I've built several with success- and one didn't make it to the shop.- so I figure 60% might be good- (another unscientific observation- your results may vary)

case savers are not to be left out-

Center cam bearing may be to tight.

oil galley plugs must be done--(when you see how easy they come out)

Have the case bolted up and see if the center mains are still round.
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Abscate · Posted: Wed May 31, 2017 9:18 am Post subject: Re: Is This a Bus Case?


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