> Hi Guys
>
> Well, I got around to pulling the engine out of a 75 bug given to us
> last month -- was waiting for a nice day and yesterday was it. Amazing
> how easy that is! The hardest part is documenting the connections (it
> is a FI model).



FI = Fuel Infected!


> Jan Anderson's trick of sliding the engine out the side seems so much
> easier than out the back -- it worked great so thanks again. I also



I can drop a bug engine using a floor jack with 2 stands in 20 minutes flat!

....and 15min flat if carb version - from the rear

with AC -- takes 45 mins!


> noticed that the engine's top driver's side bolt is easier to get to by
> taking the left rear tire off. I could actually see the bolt this way -
> I had a hard time finding it, laying under the car.

> I'd like to open the case and inspect it, replace bearings, etc.
>
> I did notice some what-looks-like engine oil on the clutch plate, so
> this is probably due to a bad engine seal behind the clutch plate,
> right? What is a good way to make sure the case is not cracked?



you must clean the case -- steam clean - then magnuflux case -- cracks will be
at or around cylinder holes and oil pressure valve

also check the (remove valves) heads in the same manner -- cracks will be at
spark plug holes and or between valve seats --


> (hopefully not 'when') the case needs to be line bored, where (near CT)
> would I get this done?
> There's a fair amount of rust on the tins and fan shroud. I've noticed
> some relatively inexpensive replacement parts -- are these advisable or
> should I clean and reuse the originals?



YES - just clean & repaint with hi-heat black paint.

New sheet metal doesn't always fit properly



> This one is a FI model. Is there a way to test this engine outside of
> the car once I get it all back together?



Yes, you can -- is a bit difficult

You will need an engine stand to perform test -- and a way to attach starter,
the electronic fuel pump and several devices that control the fuel infection



> Lotsa questions - the first of many, I am sure.
Bring'em on!



BBA