Need help identifying engine 1995 Type 2 Kombi

[breed21]

Hey ya'll, I posted this in the "Water-cooled VW" forum and was told to direct my question here.

I purchased a VW Kombi from Florida. Trying to figure out what type of engine is in it. Is it water cooled, air cooled.

Perhaps someone can help me docode the serial number, etc?

It's a 1995 VW Bus Type 2

Here's what I can make out stamped on the engine:

IGNIÇÃO 7
SP0294684

Check out the images below

Thanks so much for the help!

[Wildthings]

Looks like a dual port Type 1 engine, which likely started out as a 1600. Your tune up specs are going to be according to your distributor and to a lesser extent to your carburetor, while what's inside isn't going to matter much unless you are planning a rebuilt, in which case you don't want to order anything until you have it opened up and can verify the build.

[breed21]

Thanks Wildthings! Appreciate your help

I'm from Dallas and the bus is in Jacksonville, FL.

I plan on taking 2-3 days and driving it back home (about 1k miles).

Anything I should look at addressing before hitting the road.
Oil, tires, etc?

I've never owned a VW bus and just want to give myself the best chance of success at getting home. Ha!

Thanks for the advice!

[Wildthings]

Be prepared to rent a pickup truck and trailer in case of a break down, you don't what to have to abandon your find.

[RWK]

Hole in rear tin will need to be covered before you start out, vital to engine cooling, make sure everything is sealed up correctly
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[breed21]

Forgive my ignorance RWK, but what are you referring to you say "hole in rear tin"?

Thanks!

[OB Bus]

Before you head to Florida you might want to read this cover to cover:

https://www.amazon.com/Keep-Volkswagen-Alive-Step-...amp;sr=8-1

And maybe check with your local Motor Vehicle office and make sure you can register this Bus in Texas.
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[breed21]

Will do, thanks!

[Wildthings]

[my59]

[TDCTDI]

I can’t say that I wouldn’t do it, because, well…
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=792499&highlight=hey+y%92all

But the fact that you’re unable to identify whether it was water cooled, or air cooled, signals that you’re absolutely unfamiliar with a VW & this is likely to cause you lots of trouble.


How deep are your pockets? Your questions indicate a substantial lack of mechanical experience. Are you able afford the tow, and each repair should it likely break down?
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[Stinky123]

This is quite interesting....

What sort of trans?

A Type 1 won't fit a Type IV trans....I think, or will it?

[Wildthings]

[favguy]

[breed21]

Hey everyone, thanks so much for all the support, appreciate it.

TDCTDI, you're absolutely right brother! I have no clue about engines, let along a VW Type 2, Brazilian style. So, yes there's a definite lack of mechanical experience. That being said, I'm a quick learner.

I live in Dallas, TX. To transport the bus is around $1,200, to fly and drive around $400-500. I thought I'd take a couple days, drive slow and learn as I go.

Here's a few more photos of the bus and engine:

Here's a dropbox link to the engine running (hopefully this link works):

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/1lmgj5pbvvjt4eym6v3...b&dl=0

I researched the "hole in rear tin" as mentioned by RWK and understand the concept of the heater/air hoses.

My question would be: can I just cap those of with some foil tape, or should I just install the hoses and clamps myself.

I've got about 1k miles of hot weather coming across Florida, Mississippi and Texas. Should I leave it open, or just close them temporarily with foil tape?

I plan on having my mechanic (who works on old VWs) fix/tune up everything when I get home.

Thanks for the advice and wisdom ya'll.

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[favguy]

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[breed21]

Favguy, here comes another newbie question...

No heating as in, no heating in the air vents/defrost, or something to do with the engine itself.

I live in Texas, hot and cold weather.

If you could elaborate on this type of engine (hybrid), that would be cool for me to learn.

Thanks so much

[Wildthings]

What year is on the title? or the VIN plate? If it is less than 20(?) years old you may have problems getting it properly registered. You should try and get copies of any import paper work from the seller.

Hybrid refers to the body style and has nothing to do with the engine. Engine wise I don't see outlets on the fan shroud for the heater ducting, so no worry there, but you do need to close off the 2-1/2" diameter hole(s) in the rear cooling tin. Some pieces cut from the lids of a large diameter tin can will do, fastened with a few sheet metal screws and sealed with a bead of high temperature silicone.

[breed21]

It's says 1995 on the Florida Title. No import papers.

VIN #9BWZZZ231SP033878

Wildthings, with what your talking about (fan Shroud for the heater) effect the interior heating/vents, or are you just referring to the heat flow of the engine itself (I'm assuming). Prob a dumb question, but IDK ha!

Thanks again