http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2330731190101866121UwklKz what can i say its great being me. the owner is going to have the brought back to 100% SHOW ROOM condition , and I can only think of the fun it will be to find the parts to make it happen.

I have a 68' bug with a 1500 engine in it. Several years ago I started experiencing some electrical problems and I went on a rampage of replacing old and word out parts. I replaced the generator with a rebuilt/refurbished one which didn't do much other than sit in a garage for two years. I have...

Thanks to Chris (Halatos) for the great guide on adjusting valves. I always forget how sensative these little buggers are...one valve was really loose, some were loose by a bit and a couple were too tight. Makes for a crappy running little car for sure. Runs strong now! Now since I reinstalled...

On my 36 hp, stripped a stud on my oil strainer only to find out it was a 8mm x 6mm step stud. Looking at the 8mm timesaver insert, just doesn't seem to leave enough material between the edge of the insert and the lip of the oil strainer lip. I'd rather NOT use the timesaver fearing that it could...

What a great show, not sure the # but there was alot of very nice VW's to see. Not sure where all you big mouth pu$$ys where but no one seemed to have the balls to walk up and say $hit to me ...even kelly brown did his best to walk way around me . it cool to be the bad boy of VW Best of all took...

I have a 2 year old head which I damaged when I was removing it. I didn't realize that one of the nuts wasn't loosened. I ended up cracking the casting. Can I repair it somehow? Take a look at the photos at the following link to see what I'm trying to...

I,m just overhauling my spare 32-34 PDSIT,s. I dont want to reassemble with all dry bearing surfaces but thought mineral oil would probably evaporate in no time flat with all the petrol vapours around. What,s the consensus, use mineral oil, silicon oil ?, dust with molybdenum ?. ...

Hey, Known as the curviest street in the world, I took the newly fixed up 73 Super on a trip. My wife, kid and I were passing through on our way to Ocean Beach, and thought we'd take a little detour for fun. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lombard_Street_(San_Francisco) Not shown in the picture of...

this is a custom 72 super with 2 1/2" wide Creative Car Craft fenders, House of Kolor silver white marbalizer and 1641 engine and disc brakes from Top Line parts and empi 8 spoke rims. http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2159406810101866121xMwdcP Mario

Wow, I have been lurking on this list for a while... and you two guys just keep going at it.. What ever happened to the VW spirit?? Just enjoy working on and driving them.. help others keep theirs on the road.. Its not like you have to boast about your work to everyone.. Sure, a lot of those bugs...

Cip1 Torque Tool - Do They Break Easily? Hello! I have a tool that is similar to the Torquemeister. It is called the TORQUE TOOL FLYWHEEL & DRUM PLATE KIT from Cip1.com . http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ACC%2DC10%2D7036 The instructions say: When tightening please use a...

Hello! What kind of home made sleeve tool can I make that does not require welding to install the tranny input shaft seal? I was thinking of a flat washer just a little smaller diameter as the input shaft seal and a short piece of pvc pipe and a rubber mallet. Thanks In Advance! Any help will be...

http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2684559280101866121wsuXsA Heres a saind rail i'm building rear disc brakes, hydraulic pedal assembly, weber progressive carb on 1600 dp engine, Weld wheels, Totally Stainless hardwear

I bought my first one in March, and enjoy it so much, I've bought 2 more since then, and am waiting on a call about another. Today's purchase is a '78 Type 2 that has been sitting. I'm going to try getting it running Wednesday. Not sure what I'll do yet, other than cover that fugly paint with...

Hallo! Will a 75amp Bosch Alternator Have a Larger Diameter Than a 51/55 amp alternator with internal voltage regulator? In other words, would it increase the Alternator/Accelerator Pump Linkage Interference? Thanks! Any help is apreciated!

In Dallas/Fort Worth. I sold my last ACVW this week.(age and health forced the issue) I have a few bits and parts. A few gen sets and alternators, a lot of cooling tin, some heads, two single port rebuilt and a HD starter. Anyone interested contact me back channel brother_rabbit @...

Can I use a 69 mm crank with 40 HP pistons/cylinders and heads? thanks, -- Mel P. parts for sale http://melsvws.4t.com/vwparts/index.htm

Is it me or is something missing in the messages from Mel P.? "Mel P." > wrote in message news:5gItk.910$482.341@trnddc06... >

I saw this and thought it might work for cleaning out the heat tubes under the intake manifolds. Snake Bit........flexible drill bit http://www.califautotech.com/ Not sure if they are flexible enough to turn the corners without drilling through the tubes. I usually use an old clutch cable and a...

Ok, haven't heard from me in awhile? I've advanced from all the DIY boring, etc. and obtained a Kwik Way boring bar and stand these days, set up for VW. I am now working on a 2332cc stroker. Here's the question, and keep in mind budget.... How would a 94mmx84mm stroker with CB044 heads, 40x35...