I have a new, never used traction bar from Gene Berg (it is chrome and has a
rubber mount) same one listed here:
http://www.geneberg.com/product_info.php?cPath=352_2897products_id=1075.
I would like to sell it for 45.00 + shipping. Payment via PayPal.
Thanks,
Dan
I have a new, never used traction bar from Gene Berg (it is chrome and
has a rubber mount) same one listed here:
http://www.geneberg.com/product_info.php?cPath=352_2897products_id=1075
.
I would like to sell it for 45.00 + shipping. Payment via PayPal.
Thanks,
Dan
I believe that they are all interchangeable, some early ones where 16 though.
--- On Thu 11/08, asad ishaque [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
From: asad ishaque [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Thu, 8 Nov 2007 14:33:05 +
Subject: [vintagvw] 5 lug drums.
Askin this for a
Motive, makes a good inexpensive power bleeder: http://www.motiveproducts.com
--- On Sun 02/10, Damon amp; Gay lt; [EMAIL PROTECTED] gt; wrote:From: Damon
amp; Gay [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Sun, 10 Feb 2008
12:11:33 -0800Subject: [vintagvw] BrakesCan anyone advise me on
Asad,My comments below are NOT based on experience with removing a convertible
body, I have only participated in a restoration of my 74 super beetle, so
please take may comments for discussion purposes only.The doors will not act as
a brace especially if your heater channels and the associated
Sounds like the addition cylinder volume is the problem. The carb cannot
keep up with the demands, have you thought about dual kadrons? You will more
then likely have to change your exahust if you move to a larger carb setup. ---
On Thu 03/20, Bob_Kai Wongthanavimok lt; [EMAIL PROTECTED]
The volume demands may be higher then stock at lower RPMS where the butterfly
in the throat of the carb is partially closed further reducing the amout of air
entering the carbIn addition you need to consider the velocity demands of
your new configuration. Check out this link
Sounds like the accelerator pump may be leaking. With the engine off and
looking into the throat of the carburetor can you see fuel being injected into
the throat, through the copper tube --- On Mon 03/24, Peter Perez lt; [EMAIL
PROTECTED] gt; wrote:From: Peter Perez [mailto: [EMAIL
Peter,You will have to remove the carb. Purchase a rebuild kit. If you don't
have access to compressed use brake clean to make sure the ports from the
accellerator pump is clear to the spray nozzelCompletely clean the carb,
Replace all gaskets and test..Dan --- On Wed 03/26, Peter Perez lt;
Mike,Try www.thesamba.comPretty easy (free) and you get broad coverage.Dan ---
On Tue 05/06, Mike Morehouse lt; [EMAIL PROTECTED] gt; wrote:From: Mike
Morehouse [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Tue, 6 May 2008
06:01:19 -0700 (PDT)Subject: [vintagvw] How To Sell Some VW StuffGood
Try 3M contact cement, just follow the directions on application and tack time.
--- On Sat 06/07, William Richardson lt; [EMAIL PROTECTED] gt; wrote:From:
William Richardson [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Fri, 06 Jun
2008 22:08:36 -0600Subject: [vintagvw] Glue for running
I would say get the 2.0 liter it has close to 20 extra horse power, which will
make it much easier to drive.
-Original Message-
From: BobKai Wongthanavimok [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 09/29/2008 01:29 AM
To: vintagvw@lists.sjsu.edu
Subject: Re: [vintagvw] Question on Bus
Dear all,
I am
I have a few, If there is a way to check them with a let me know
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From: Robert Harding [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 10/20/2008 12:27 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
CC: vintagvw@lists.sjsu.edu
Subject: Re: [vintagvw] Source for Bosch Voltage Regulator
Hello Mike,
Where are
I have a few, If there is a way to check them with a let me know
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From: Robert Harding [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 10/20/2008 12:27 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
CC: vintagvw@lists.sjsu.edu
Subject: Re: [vintagvw] Source for Bosch Voltage Regulator
Hello Mike,
Where are
Asad,
This is my opinion but believe you should stick with the Bosch Super, I
tried other plugs and the engine would not run properly
Dan
On Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 9:37 AM, asad ishaque asadishaqu...@hotmail.comwrote:
Volks,
Does anyone here have feedback about Bosch Ytrium spark plugs??
Check this link for the various options:
http://www.aircooledtechnology.com/r_d_exhaust.htm
I have heard very good things about: http://www.tangerineracing.com
On Thu, Jan 22, 2009 at 7:57 PM, courtney hook courtneyh...@shaw.ca wrote:
Are there any aftermarket performance/nonperformance
or the idle cut-off valve, very easy to check by turning the key to
the run mode and disconnecting and reconnecting the wire to the valve
(you should hear a click)
On Fri, Jan 23, 2009 at 9:35 AM, Jack Dinan jdi...@cox.net wrote:
Mike: Don't overlook the possibility of icing caused by strange
I never heard anything good.
When I was into this the best option was to build it yourself with
some trusted sellers: Gene Berg / Aircooled.NET / lowbudget.com (A.J.)
On Thu, Jan 29, 2009 at 1:14 PM, courtney hook courtneyh...@shaw.ca wrote:
A current post is asking about GEX engines, and has
Use heat to loosen the cylinders from the head. Take advantage of the
different thermal expansions.
On Sun, Feb 22, 2009 at 2:56 AM, Kristof Carton
kristof.car...@skynet.be wrote:
Mike B,
Thanks for the advice, but it's the problem that the left 2 pistons n°3 and
4 are seized in the
I was in the same boat and decided it ewas better to purchase used
bumpers and have them plated the proper way
On 2/26/09, Greg S Tipton vwbee...@swbell.net wrote:
I Have triple plated chrome bumpers that I purchased from a local VW parts
store (inexpensive set) and they still rusted. I dont
I have also used Jute Felt in the past with very good results. I can
be purchased cheaply and has good sound damping properties and forms
well over different surfaces. The only fault with any of this stuff
is (a) that they retain water and (b) the car is noisy to begin with,
sound deadening will
Guys, check the 914 boards, there are a few pictures before and after.
On 4/9/09, Dave C. Bolen dbo...@shockwaverider.com wrote:
Guys,
I am tempted also, but it would sure be nice to see a twilight type
picture of the replacements with one side as standard and the other side
with the new
I have not heard anything in a while as well I guess everyone is busy.
On 5/1/09, Bert Knupp bert.kn...@comcast.net wrote:
Volks,
I haven't received anything on the list since April 12th. Is it me, or are
things uncommonly quiet??
Bert Knupp in Music City USA
|__n__
(_)º
I have Hagerty on my 75 porsche, but my car is garaged. They were the
only company that would give me collector car insurance even though
there are 2 qualified drivers with 2 cars in my household and only
cost 120.00 / year
Have you tried Chubb or Grundy?
Dan
On Wed, May 13, 2009 at 9:43 AM,
Sounds like it is frozen on the splines. Try heating the drum around
the splines.
On 6/12/09, No Quarter sil...@beatricene.com wrote:
Might be time to get yourself a wheel puller. I own a Cornwell which
attaches via the lug bolts. You can then extract it. Otherwise, tons of
solvent,
Nick,
Before you rip apart the engine you might want to do a few
diagnostics, oil pressure, compression. Sounds like the rings are
worn though.
I think the general opinion regarding align-bore is that it is not
worth it because no one does it correctly on a type 1 case. If you
have low oil
...@lists.sjsu.edu] On Behalf Of Dan Moy
Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 5:20 PM
To: Air-Cooled Volkswagen Discussion List
Subject: Re: [vintagvw] To Rebuild or Not
Nick,
Before you rip apart the engine you might want to do a few
diagnostics, oil pressure, compression. Sounds like the rings are
worn
to travel to have it done right. CA may be a stretch though.
Thanks to all.
Nick Stokes
Dub~Tunes radio page: http://web.me.com/stokester/
Old Page: http://homepage.mac.com/stokester/dub_tunes
On Aug 30, 2009, at 8:19 PM, Dan Moy wrote:
Nick,
Before you rip apart the engine you might
Mike,
The Samba is a good site, I've sold some stuff there but not a car.
Dan
On Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 12:39 PM, Mike Morehouse
mikem...@rocketmail.com wrote:
I may be selling my 1972 std. Beetle sedan that I restored when I got it from
the first owner (my father-in-law) in 1998. It's in very
Thanks for the correction Mike.
On Fri, Apr 23, 2010 at 6:09 PM, Mike mbucch...@charter.net wrote:
That 'quick google search is totally wrong.;
See; http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/engine_letters.php
A US-spec '74 model year VW Bus would have a 1.8 AW 65 hp engine with dual
Solex
Good for you
Although I must say that some of the newer cars are really not that
bad in terms of parts and the ability to work on them.
I know that this a against the grain but I have two hondas; 03 civic
and and 06 crv (bought new) and they have given me no trouble what so
ever except the
None that I remember except putting the original back and doing your
best to position it then weld in place.
Tap the nut threads and liberal use if anti-sieze.
On 7/24/11, Mike mbucch...@charter.net wrote:
Bert,
This is a common and tough problem to solve. They are factory-crimped
I had mine 74' refinished big money 500.00
On 7/31/11, Bert Knupp bert.kn...@comcast.net wrote:
Volks,
An old question (aren't they all?). I'm fixing up a '72 SuperBeetle as a
daily driver -- not a show car or anything. It has pretty good original
bumpers, not sprung or dented, but with
Me too...
On Wed, Nov 14, 2012 at 8:14 AM, Potter, Tom E tom.e.pot...@williams.comwrote:
Thank you for all the work you do to maintain this site. I realize it is a
lot of effort, and I appreciate it.
** **
Thomas E. Potter
* *
* *
*From:* vintagvw@googlegroups.com
Might want to check 914 world.com there is a guy that does fiberglass
On Nov 15, 2012,x at 9:05 PM, Mike B mbucch...@charter.net wrote:
I can't recommend using tempered hardboard (Masonite), as it's too thick.
It's also too hard to take a staple. When I re-do my original '59 bug door
Check the idle solenoid on the carb it should click when the key is turned to
the run position id not that is your starting and idle problem
Also if u can get an original dist with vacuum advance the engine will run
great through all rpm ranges. 009 in my opinion are bad news especially when
Dean,
Do you mean stripped of the keeper grooves? I would want to know why this
happened:
(1) was the valve material bad
(2) Is the spring different than others
(3) where the keepers improperly installed
(4) as is what does the valve train geometry look like
If you are going to replace the
engine, a nice reliable 1600 in the stock
configuration.
On Wed, Apr 17, 2013 at 12:36 PM, Dan Moy sole...@gmail.com wrote:
Dean,
Do you mean stripped of the keeper grooves? I would want to know why
this happened:
(1) was the valve material bad
(2) Is the spring different than others
(3
Pic the number of the part from here:
http://www.vw-resource.com/carb_41.html if it is a 34 PICT.
On Fri, Aug 23, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Kyle Davis 01ksda...@gmail.com wrote:
I'm not sure what that part of the carb is called, but I already
investigated the fuel pump and it seemed fine.
Kyle
On
I had two an 85 and a 91 and yes they count because they r very cool
On Aug 26, 2013, at 9:24 PM, Kirin Jacobsen kirinjacob...@gmail.com wrote:
Just curious if anybody on the list has a vanagon? I just inherited a clean
California westfalia and am trying to sort it.
--
Visit the VintagVW
I would not use silicone as it does not react well with metal overtime. I
have always used a urethane based caulking. Seam Sealer is based on
urethane, they use urethane to glue in windows.
On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 12:31 PM, Bert Knupp bert.kn...@comcast.net wrote:
I used a bead of RTV
I can confirm that my 74 did not have nails when I replaced the seal but a
few of the early 60's had nails
On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 1:19 PM, asad ishaque asadishaqu...@hotmail.comwrote:
I believe the later models did not have the steel nails holding down the
pan to body seal.
I saw a
Here is my check list:
(1) Make sure that the carburetor risers are clean
(2) Clean and adjust your choke
(3) Insure that the temperature control is working (the bellows underneath
the engine that controls the cooling flaps)
(4) Use the recommended oil viscosity for winter use
(5) Check the
Bert,
A few questions:
(1) What color is your car?
(2) When you touch the pain with a clean hand does the surface feel very
smooth?
Here is what I do:
If the paint is rough to your touch I do the following after the car has
been thoroughly cleaned (and not dried, I leave the car wet) if not
If a stock carb, it's the choke.
On Nov 14, 2013, at 7:03 AM, Kyle Davis 01ksda...@gmail.com wrote:
With the advent of winter, my beetle will start in the morning but usually
won't do much else unless I let it idle.
Although I leave the garage door open when I do this, my wife complains
wrote:
Or, if it’s like my ’67 was, the heat risers are plugged up and need to be
reamed out.
From: vintagvw@googlegroups.com [mailto:vintagvw@googlegroups.com] On Behalf
Of Dan Moy
Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 7:30 AM
To: vintagvw@googlegroups.com
Cc: vintagvw@googlegroups.com
This is the correct address, post away
On Nov 16, 2013, at 3:26 PM, Mike Morehouse hokiemik...@gmail.com wrote:
I have a aproblem with the ignition switch, lock and housing with my 1972
Bug. Can someone confirm if this is the right address to post to and I'll
post specifics to see if any
Hey Nick,
A simple update would be to move up in displacement to 1641.
Hopefully your case does not need to be align bored, unless you know some
one who does it correctly, there is a lot of debate on this... and have
seen enough aligned bored cases that have low oil pressure problems. If
you do
Nick,
Usually low oil pressure is a good indicator, but a qualified machinist
will bolt the case together and torque and then measure the bearing
landings to see if there is a misalignment.
This is a link http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=461257 to
a discussion on the same
Bert do a search for Porsche 914 Rey key it's not that hard
On Apr 24, 2014, at 9:32 PM, Bert Knupp bert.kn...@comcast.net wrote:
Volks,
A tumbler broke inside the ignition lock cylinder on my ’70 Type 1. I found
a good used cylinder-and-key from a California vendor and got it. Now
Kyle, I more detailed description of the problem would be helpful. I have
not been following your rebuild but is this a semi-auto bug?
Dan
On Thu, Mar 12, 2015 at 7:51 AM, No Quarter erin.lass...@gmail.com wrote:
At first I thought you were joking, but then I realized you may actually
be
Bert have you tried turning the wheel slightly while turning the key?
Sometimes if the wheel is cocked it puts pressure on the lock, turning the
wheel slightly will remove the pressure so you can turn the key
Dan
On Sun, Apr 26, 2015 at 10:59 PM, Bert Knupp bert.kn...@comcast.net wrote:
The engine tin is not meant to contain or dissipate heat, it is there to
direct air flow over the heads and cylinders. ceramic coating seems like
an expensive proposition, I powder coated mine ~5 years ago it still looks
great.
On Sat, Apr 18, 2015 at 9:26 PM, 'fan2012' via VintagVW - Air
not sure if you are looking for a low cost solution, but I would try
blasting with soda. This should not warp the metal and will be the most
effective in removing the rust
On Wed, Jun 3, 2015 at 7:55 AM, Kyle Davis 01ksda...@gmail.com wrote:
Got my 66 back on the road again with help from a
If your carburetor has an idle cutoff valve (electromagnetic cut off valve)
and it is not working, the engine would not idle and most likely stall.
Really easy to check just leave the ignition on (engine not running),
disconnect the lead and tap it to the cutoff valve you should hear the
valve
Try Jake Raby or Gene Berg for parts and instructions, Gene used to have a lot
of good info and Jake has videos.
If you are tearing down then yes replace as many wearable parts.
What condition is the case, did you have good oil pressure?
> On Jan 24, 2017, at 3:29 PM, Dean Johnson
mber how much goes into a
> rebuild. I'll check out Gene Berg's.
>
>> On Jan 24, 2017 3:40 PM, "Dan Moy" <sole...@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Try Jake Raby or Gene Berg for parts and instructions, Gene used to have a
>> lot of good info and Jake has videos.
>>
&g
NQ, have you checked with Jake Raby, wealth of information and reminds me
of Gene Berg, although nicer ;^)
https://type4store.com/
On Tue, May 21, 2019 at 8:36 AM No Quarter wrote:
> Thanks Ray. I used to amaze myself with my articles I wrote simply
> because
> I hated writing so much in
Hi Dean,
You can use Simply Green, Purple Power or Castrol Super Clean. You may
want to cut them 50/50 with water and do not leave on for more then a few
minutes and then rinse thoroughly then blow out all ports with compressed
air.
Regards and good luck,
Dan
On Fri, May 15, 2020 at 8:04 PM
Dean, I did not know that they have a cold start circuit and had to look it
up, from what I read on this thread it sounds like you need to either have
it working correctly or properly disable (drill and tap a set screw to keep
the plungers permanently in their lowest position) to avoid idle
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