1971 vw bus braking problems

gojo · Samba Member Joined: August 23, 2011 Posts: 4

looking for vw mechanic who knows how to work on 1971 bus braking system.from testing the servo, changing brake pressure regulator, and getting my bus to brake correctly. i live in los angeles county area. can anyone in this area recommend a good honest vw mechanic in this area.

SamboSamba22 · Posted: Mon Sep 23, 2019 10:05 am Post subject: Re: 1971 vw bus braking problems

You'll have numerous shops within three hours of you who can perform the work you are seeking.

But I? I would suggest diving in there yourself. I don't know your skillset or your care for mechanics but the regulator is a check valve. Take it off and blow into it. Air should only flow one way. Sometimes the servos leak internally, but they're nasty and the damage often times seems apparent.

Having surging problems with the engine? Does the bus stall or die when you brake? Check vacuums, especially the ports on the dual intake gaskets. Are these intakes ported for the vacuum line to the brake servo?

What issues are you experiencing?
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Wildthings · Samba Member Joined: March 13, 2005 Posts: 50338

A shop may well eat you alive, so unless you have deep pockets, if you want to own and drive an antique vehicle it is best to learn how to do the work yourself. Don't skimp on things like tubing wrenches which are required to work on brake lines. You can buy a pile of tools for the cost of one $2000 repair.

TomWesty · Posted: Mon Sep 23, 2019 5:52 pm Post subject: Re: 1971 vw bus braking problems

There are a lot of ‘71 brakes experts on here. Let us know what your issues are and if you want to wrench on it yourself we can walk you through a lot and maybe save you some cash in the process. Check out Airschooled.com. If he is headed back your way he can help you and teach you at the same time. But I and others are happy to help as well via the forum. Gary (Aeromech) and Busdaddy are super sharp on ‘71 bus brakes.
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aeromech · Posted: Mon Sep 23, 2019 8:21 pm Post subject: Re: 1971 vw bus braking problems

I live near Sea World. Currently I own two 1971’s. Send me a pm and we can talk. I’ll help you
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gojo · Samba Member Joined: August 23, 2011 Posts: 4

TomWesty · Posted: Tue Sep 24, 2019 8:50 pm Post subject: Re: 1971 vw bus braking problems

At least PM Gary and talk to him. It might save you some aggravation. Can’t hurt to chat about it. Cool

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