To adjust the tow in and tow out you must adjust the tie rods. You must first break loose the nut then twist the tie rod until the right adjustment has been made.
The biggest difference is the 74 has energy absorbing bumpers that the 73 is lacking.
Someone put one on it.
between the rear wheels
To adjust the idle on a 1974 Super Beetle, first ensure the engine is warm and at operating temperature. Locate the idle adjustment screw on the carburetor, typically found on the side of the carb. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the idle speed and counterclockwise to decrease it, checking the RPM using a tachometer if available. Finally, make small adjustments and listen for a smooth, stable idle before securing any adjustments.
1974 was the first year of energy absorbing Beetle bumpers. You can't use earlier bumpers on 1974s.
Mine didn't have any.
NO
check jbugs.com
take the pulley nut off the alternator....the pulley is split.....shims between the two pulley halves adjust the belt tension
Machine 7 or Just aircooled
correct it will fit. be sure to take lots of pictures before you pull all of the wires off. so you have a diagram of where they go after.
Call a locksmith he can make you one on the spot.