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timing by 187
hi everyone! on a 71 beetle, i know the timing is supposed to be at 5 degrees atdc, but i dont know what mark on my pulley is 5 degrees atdc my pulley has 2 marks on it, 1 at the inside(case side) and one at the outside(facing rear of car)that is about half an inch to the right of...
July 27th 06 08:40 PM
by Mexicobug81 Go to last post
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engine temp. by 187
ive got a 71 std. beetle 1600 dp manual trans. im having a problem with the rubber isolator going into the dist. melting. i've determined that its melting from the outside(wires are not blackish, still look like new copper) it seems to be cooling ok, or at least the fan is blowing strong. im...
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July 25th 06 05:20 AM
by 187 Go to last post
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1st and 3rd gears, will not go into gear help! by 1967fastback
Hello all, I can not get my rail buggy to go into 1st or 3rd gear with out it grinding and the shift rod moving forward. This is a 5 rib tranny sedan trany I was told. gear pattern is 1 3 N R2 4
January 29th 07 01:47 AM
by dragenwagen Go to last post
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VW 1st and 3rd gear will not go in to gear! by [email protected]
Hello all, I can not get my rail buggy to go into 1st or 3rd gear with out it grinding and the shift rod moving forward. This is a 5 rib tranny sedan trany I was told. gear pattern is 1 3 N R2 4 I have removed the shifter completely from the rail and just used the
January 27th 07 09:24 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Compufire with 09 distributor opinions? by 2
The 009 is just a crap-shoot. You might get lucky by messing with the springs, or not. It is not worth messing with it.
July 8th 06 03:29 PM
by Jan[_1_] Go to last post
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Alternator Regulator by 2
Is the external regulator for the Alternator different from the regulator for the Generator?
June 24th 06 03:18 AM
by Jan Go to last post
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Now it's brakes by 2
NOW after replacing the fragged roller brearings up front, a couple kids ran into traffic at an interesection. It was a real showstopper for all the cars as they all slammed on their brakes. I had to lock 'em up. The kids are okay. But now my front brakes are dragging. Goshdarn, I tell ya...
June 22nd 06 03:44 AM
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Bearing, year ? by 2
(This was Mica's '58) Right front wheel felt like the brake was dragging. Stopped, touched the drum and got a 2nd degree burn. Yep. Something's wrong. Just got the wheel off. Taking a break for a moment. When I rotate the drum I can hear the bearing roar, lightly. That's bad. The
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June 12th 06 05:01 PM
by Kidd Go to last post
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Tires... $$$ by 2
145 SR 15 tires Priced each Cip1 (Nankang brand) $59.95 AC net (no brand given) $84.95 What's the trick, here? Just walk with the wallet?
May 23rd 06 05:09 PM
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Stupid Fuel Filter by 2
Don't to this. :) I got the '58 on the road after storage. Amazingly, after installing a new battery and turning it over a few times to pull some fuel into the pump, it started and ran beautifully... after the oil-fog I sprayed into the cylinders burned off. A toast to Mica, the original owner....
May 20th 06 07:21 PM
by Joey Tribiani Go to last post
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Okay, give me heck, but I forgot... by 2
Okay. The '58 is coming out of storage after (how long?) So, which way does the gas tank switch turn for main and for reserve? It's in the middle (off) now. I hope Joey answers first. -- cringing, waiting for the stinging blow - john
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May 30th 06 01:50 AM
by John Willis Go to last post
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How to replace instrument lamps? by 2ndKnight
I have a 1978 bug cabriolet. What is the proper way to get at the instruments in order to replace lamps? There is a steel panel in the front luggage compartment behind the dash but it is not only held in with screws but with a strong sealant of some sort. Seems quite different from my old 1956...
August 20th 07 12:33 AM
by Manuel Macedo Go to last post
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Wheel bearing question. by 2ndKnight[_2_]
I am getting ready to replace a noisy front wheel bearing on my '78 Cabriolet. It has been quite awhile since I have done this. How much grease should be used? When I took off the drum I found the whole inner cavity filled with grease. Is that necessary? Should one use more grease than a...
September 7th 08 08:52 PM
by Bob Hoover Go to last post
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How to replace instrument lamps? by 2ndKnight[_2_]
I am reposting this question as I was unable to apply the suggestions sent in response to the last post. What is the proper way to get at the instruments in order to replace lamps in a 1978 bug Cabriolet? There is a steel panel in the front luggage compartment behind the dash but it is held in...
April 21st 08 03:04 AM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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Timing on fuel injected bug? by 2ndKnight[_2_]
I just replaced the points and condenser with a Hall effect "Hot- Spark" upgrade for Bosch distributors. The car is a 1978 Cabriolet with a double acting vacuum advance. The sticker in the engine compartment says to set the timing at 5 degrees after TDS at idle. When I do this assuming the single...
July 14th 08 10:29 PM
by dave AKA vwdoc1[_2_] Go to last post
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ASTRO rims by 3Cats
Has anybody ever heard of a rim called "ASTRO"? If so, where can I find some info on them? My neighbor has a old set he wants $1500, am I being robbed.
June 4th 05 02:50 AM
by Scott H Go to last post
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VW Golf Jazz 1997 - Shifting and Starting probs by 3d0g
Shifting prob... Lately I have alot of trouble getting into 2nd and 4 th gears and have to jiggle the shifter to get it to "fit" .. Starting prob... I still can't start it in cold or wet weather and have burned out several starters trying - yes io have changed the infamous cracked coil - but...
October 26th 06 03:02 AM
by Jan[_3_] Go to last post
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how to put together a 3 fold ragtop by 53split
hi everybody i need help, im restoring my 53 split window bug . how to put together all the mechanism and the canvas. any help . maybe a website, book ,pictures anything thanks
February 12th 05 05:42 PM
by Dave P Go to last post
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Facebook? by 57baja
I am Facebook challenged. Is there an aircooled Volkswagen community or group on Facebook or other similar social network? Thanks, Dave
June 27th 10 05:31 PM
by Jan Andersson[_4_] Go to last post
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Brake cable length issue by 61redbug
This post made on behalf of a forum member (Riff Raff) at www.clubveedub.com... =========== I got the 15 window bus back from reconstructive surgery and I am in the process of getting all the mechanicals done. I built a straight axle out of a '72 standard Beetle transaxle and it has Type 3...
March 19th 06 04:25 PM
by Speedy Jim Go to last post
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