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speedo by dc
Probably been covered before but I thought I'd tell you that using a bicycle speedo works great. Put one on my baja that had none. epoxy small (included) magnet to top of front drum and pick-up on an "L" bracket to backing plate. Had to splice in longer wire, no biggy, and mount gauge to...
October 30th 04 11:46 PM
by Speedy Jim Go to last post
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1600 engine survey by azazel scratch
I have to conduct a poll for a philosophy class. My poll is whether or not a VW Bug 1600 engine leaks oil. My 1600 on my 1971 Super Beetle leaked oil and my 1600 on my 1974 Super Beetle leaks oil. If you have a 1600 engine on your bug could you e-mail me the year of your car and whether or not...
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October 31st 04 02:33 AM
by Marc H.Popek Go to last post
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The Ins. Co. wants to total my Bug! by Al Gilson
Does anyone have any experience with their Bug getting squished by a dweeb. His insurance company wants to total out my 1970 Convertible. They offered me an amount based on two comparables. I thought they were low and sent them some of my research on Hemmings, Samba, AutoTrader and others that...
October 31st 04 09:43 AM
by ThaDriver Go to last post
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Paint stripping or not? by MB
I have read a ton on here about stripping paint off to metal or not for a total respray etc. 1. First method mentioned is chemical strip to metal 2. Second methed mentioned is blasting - plastic, walnut shells, sand etc 3. Third method - sanding pads etc 4. Some even noted NOT to remove to metal...
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October 31st 04 10:36 AM
by ThaDriver Go to last post
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4 way Emergency Flasher Switch by Smegggg (John)
Hey, anyone in Australia know where I can get a Hazard Switch for a 1978 Kombi. Just went to the "VW Parts Shop" and the guy reckons you can't get them new and recommended that I go to a wreckers for a 2nd hand one. Or try a substitute "after-market/generic" on from Coventrys (major parts dealer...
October 31st 04 04:25 PM
by Smegggg (John) Go to last post
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anyone interested in a oval baja by Kafertoys
I was thinking of takeing the 56 oval I just got and making a baja out of it. The rockers are in good shape but the car has lots of rust and the nose and rear apron are real bad. Just the idea I can drop the body on a titled 69 chassis (IRS) and put the oval back on the road. If someone was...
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October 31st 04 04:39 PM
by Tim Rogers Go to last post
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Water in the car by Braukuche
I drove my ragtop to work yesterday in a (for So Cal) horrendous rainstorm. When I got home I discovered water, not a whole lot, maybe a cup, in the car. Now, I would not be surprised to find it on my side since I probably tracked some in, but there was also abot acups worthonthepassenger side,...
October 31st 04 05:55 PM
by Chris Perdue Go to last post
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inforamation cd vw audi by news.blueyonder.co.uk
information on all audi models, and contains diagnostic codes for climate control for audi volkswagen seat skoda , i.e engine speed , actual speed (shown in air con display ) etc www.audicd.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk
October 31st 04 11:39 PM
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OT : traded by Marc H.Popek
Hello, recently traded a tired 96 Tahoe & a disappointing 98 VW cabrio for a brand new l300 Saturn...Painless process, fair deal on two old wheezers, and viola new car. I'm keeping the 69 ragtop bug and 78 westy as they are my favorite Marc
November 1st 04 01:37 AM
by Marc H.Popek Go to last post
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Cylinder Head Exhaust Stud and nuts by Dan Olson
I an going to attempt to replace the stock muffler on my 73 Beetle and the cylinder head exhaust flange studs are pretty rusted. Does anyone know where I can buy these studs and nuts. I can't seem to find them in any of my catalogs. Thanks in advance Dan
November 1st 04 02:07 AM
by Chris Perdue Go to last post
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Sorry forgot to add by Kev_Ceri
Sorry forgot to put in the previous post, I am in Oklahoma City metro area.... kev
November 1st 04 03:38 AM
by MUADIB® Go to last post
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Motor I.D. by Ken Cutt
I have an Bug engine in a track machine . Limited access to check unless I pull it . I need to order new points , plugs , condenser . I am looking for a site to help track down what year it is . On one intake runner is this number 113 129 701AG I have tried the dealer who can not or will not...
November 1st 04 09:51 AM
by Ken Cutt Go to last post
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1974 Standard Wiring Help by Zap
Hi All, Purchased Main Wiring Harness and installed as much as I could, but still can't seem to get headlight, turn signials, taillights and brake lights to work. The good news is that the doom light works and I did save 15% on my insurance. Can anyone help with my wiring problem??? Thanks in...
November 1st 04 09:12 PM
by Speedy Jim Go to last post
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Help! Outline drawings needed by Deb
Hi can anyone help, I need basic outline drawings of VW Bus types, showing dimensions. Ones like you sometimes get in a sales brochure would be ideal, are these available on a web site somewhere? I need these for making models, see www.mylittlecar.co.uk for what I do. Any help greatly...
November 1st 04 10:38 PM
by Deb Go to last post
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GEX engines :) by Jan Andersson
LOL I've been going through some old RAMVA messages, and I ran across this complaint and legal action against GEX, posted in 1995..... almost 10 years...
November 2nd 04 12:43 AM
by Jim Go to last post
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[OT] Propane Torch Orifice Cleaning Q by Mike Rocket J. Squirrel Elliott
RAMVA guys know everything about tools. I need to do some copper pipe sweating on the old homestead, so I dug the old Benz-o-Matic propane/MAP gas torch out of the box o' tools I inherited from my Dad. It's one of those little brass ones that threads onto a small bottle. The orifice seems to be...
November 2nd 04 12:46 AM
by Jim Go to last post
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Which Beetle by Mark
What Beetle from 1956 to 1969 would be the most desirable without a convertible. Before answering please take into consideration reliabilty and parts availability. Thanks!
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November 2nd 04 08:57 AM
by ThaDriver Go to last post
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Best rockers by ThaDriver
Hi Guys (& Gals), I want to get back on my stroker engine for Annie that I assembled to long-block about...well...lets just say it's been awhile back. Best I remember it's a 74x94 (might be 92) with a split duration cam for torque. What are the best rockers & pushrods made today to use in a hot rod...
November 2nd 04 09:07 AM
by ThaDriver Go to last post
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BN4 gas heater in a bug? by Jan
Anyone ever install a BN4 in a bug+ The bigger gas heater that's intended for buses? Trying to figure out where it would fit. :) Jan
November 2nd 04 10:46 AM
by Jan Go to last post
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head stripped! by Jan Andersson
JOHN KUSTERBECK wrote: > > On my way to work yesterday the sparkplug for the first cylinder desided to > shoot itself out and strip the head. > > Is there any quick fix that can be done to get me by until this weekend? I > don't have the $130 that VDUB Folks want for a new head. > Also when I get...
November 3rd 04 11:17 AM
by griplimit Go to last post
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