Hi, I have a single port single oil pressure relieve valve engine and was wondering if it's OK to install oil temperature sensor in the relieve valve plug. From what I heard this sensor is usually installed in place of plug of the secondary valve not the one by the oil pump. Will this affect my...

Hi, Has anybody tackeled this combo of using early tail lights with single 2 fillement light bulb and later style turn signal switch (3 wire). Watson-streetworks (http://www.watsons-streetworks.com/vw.html) sells a set up of 4 relays. but I cannot quite figure out how this set up would work. Does...

Someone dumped a bug in a local creek and we're trying to determine ownership. Is there any way to translate serial number to VIN number? The VIN plate by the windshield is gone, but I found 2 identification marks: 1) Under the front hood, right above "made in western germany" plate, there is a...

The little "brake test light" in my 70 vert doesn't light up when I push it. What should I look for? Thanks. Al

I have a 1970 Beetle Convetible. On occasion, when I turn the key to "start" it doesn't engage the starter. If I try it again, it usually works. Any insight? I assume that I need a new starter switch. As I look in my Bentley, I don't see enough information to know what I'm up against. Any...

I changed the oil in my 1970 VW Convertible today. While that was underway, my wife sent me this e-mail message. None of the events below were part of my oil change. This is informational only. Really. ;^) Al - - - - - - - - - -

We have a small flatbed trailer and I plan to roll my 1970 convertible up onto it and tow her behind my motorhome. Question: I think I can tie the straps onto the front torsion bar, but where should I attach straps in the back? Thanks Al All Aircooled 1970 VW Convertible

The metal frame around the passenger door window has come loose. What type of glue holds that together? And...does anyone have any tips on gluing it back in? Thanks. Al 1970 Convertible Spokane, WA USA

I have a 70 convertible and the top of the metal frame on the passenger side window has come loose. Can anyone in the group give me some insight on what kind of glue and tips on glueing. Thanks. Al 1970 Convertible Spokane, WA USA

My son has a 1970 Karmann Ghia restoration project car that features the infamous Autostick tranny. We have a totally rotten Beetle of the same year with a manual gearbox. Does anyone have any experience with transplanting the necessary manual tranny guts to an Autostick vehicle? I have the...

That seat is correct for '69, and was only used in '68 and '69. Al Adams

Yesterday a moron in a Ford Taurus did a left turn across my lane right in front of me. Needless to say, despite all of my best efforts, I smacked into him at about 25mph. Damage? Yep. Left front fender, bonnet, left front tire, rim and tire. The spooky part is that there is a slight crinkle...

I never thought I'd see the day. The aviation fuel I put in my Cessna is now cheaper than the gas I buy for my 1970 Bug Convertible. I'm not saying I would try it, but it is intriguing. What would happen if a person was to run his 1600 single port on 100 octane leaded aviation gasoline?

The check arrived in the mail yesterday. A full refund ($18.20 US) for the remaining issues in my subscription. I did this by sending an e-mail to the PrimeMedia folks and it worked. (Of course, I'll let you know if the check clears.) Al Gilson 1970 Convertible -- 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...

VW Beetle Reborn novelty clock This auction is for one Volkswagen Beetle Clock that commemorates the re-introduction of the NEW VW Beetle on January 5, 1998. No Reserve. Clock works and a battery is included. It has a white plastic border and measures 8 1/2 inches in diameter. Picture of New...

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IRS Ser # AH31371 38 I've read that the ser # tells exactly when it was manufactured. In this case 31st of March 1971, 38th case made that day. Sound about right? -- Alan Nelson www.boatcop.com

On patrol today I noticed an almost never ending parade of Busses going through the County. Not all at once, mind you, but there must have been 20 -30 of em. All shapes and sizes. Single Cabs, Double Cabs, Split Window, Barn door, 23 Window, really old, Westys, old school, new school, you name it,...

I resolve this year to get a start on my new 1970 Baja project. www.boatcop.com/baja.htm It's off to a good one, since I just picked up a complete 1968 spindle to spindle front beam w/ disc brakes to replace the rusted and butchered one on the car. ($100.00) I'm also going to pick up a 1963 body...