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VW Beetle Type 1
Also known as the Beetle, the Volkswagen Type 1 was an economy car manufactured by Volkswagen from 1938-2003. It was dubbed as the “The People's Car” and became the world’s most-manufactured and longest-running car.
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How do you get the front brake drum off a 1963 Volkswagen beetle?
To remove the front drum you must first pull off the hub cap and you will see a big cap over the center. You must pry this piece off by working your way around the edges of the cap, no need to be too gentle it's pretty difficult to damage this piece as you use a hammer to put the cap back on, then you will see a nut w/ an Allen headed screw going through it, you loosen the screw and then take an adjustable wrench and then remove the nut, after that you can pull the drum off. careful of the washer and the whell bearings from falling out
Ignition timing for 1600 beetle?
I really depends on what distributor you have on the engine. It could be a mechanical advance distributor or a vacuum advance distributor (stock). Google "the Somba" Volkswagen forum and all will be explained.
How do you remove alternator for 89 Chrysler New Yorker?
(Nippondenso Alternator on 3.0 liter V6 Engine)
1) Remove the negative battery cable,
2) Remove the alternator drive belt,
Note: The Poly-V alternator/power steering pump belt is provided with a
dynamic tensioner to maintain proper belt tension. To remove or
install this belt, insert a 1/2 in. breaker bar in the opening provided
and release tension by rotating the tensioner counterclockwise.
3) Remove the alternator mounting nut (top) and bolt (bottom) and separate
the alternator from the mounting plate,
4) Remove the B+ terminal, 2 field terminal nuts, ground and wire harness
hold down nuts. Remove wire harness from alternator.
5) Remove the alternator from the vehicle.
To reinstall, reverse the above procedure making sure the belt is in the
proper position on all pulleys.
Gary.
Get a tune up, but first see if when you push the clutch all the way in is it still even slightly engaged because if it is then tighten the cable.
Your battery is probably dead/dying. At idle (like when you stop), the charging system isn't always putting out enough juice to keep the car running on it's own, so it uses the battery to keep it running. If your battery is dead when it needs that juice it isn't there and the car dies, then because the battery is dead the car can't turn over and restart itself. I would have the battery checked first, and probably replace it. Also get the generator/voltage regulator checked to make sure it is charging the battery sufficiently.
In my opinion, they are a good car and stable on the road. If you look at the tire width or stance, they are quite stable and less likely to roll over than an average car.
Go for it and buy one.
What type of oil should be used in a 1971 beetle?
Ask 10 people and you'll get 10 answers.
SAE 30W is what was required but you can use a 10w30 or if your in a hotter climate most of the year you can go to a 10w40 or so.
How do you remove the top bolt on the starter of a 1973 vw superbeetle?
It is a pain to do, but you need two 17mm wrenches and a friend. The starter is on the right side of the car bolted to the transmission.
Friend crawls under the car, which is jacked up and on jackstands (this procedure also works for Buses but you don't have to jack them up), and puts the box-end of one of the wrenches on the top bolt.
You put the other wrench in your hand, reach around behind the fan shroud on the right side, feel around until you find the nut, then remove it with the wrench you have.
Once you get the bolt out, you go to your bolt can, get a bolt about an inch long, then take both bolts to a welding shop and tell the guy "this is a VW starter bolt (holding up the long one) and I'd like you to weld this bolt (holding up the other one) to the head of it." The guy will take it in the back and come out a couple minutes later with the job done. Give him five bucks, thank him nicely and you'll be able to remove the bolt easily forevermore.
How do you get the buzzer to go off when the top is down on a 2006 vw beetle?
This problem is common and I have seen many answers. The selection that makes some sense accumulated below. BUT I have now discovered the problem is simply the operator is NOT holding the down switch down long enough. Operate it until the motor noise stops...until the bell chimes and the little identifier changes back to time and temp. That's all!
This is a biggie: Make sure the arm that you pull and twist to unlock is totally fully clicked back in its holder before opening. There is definitely a sensor that says this is in the strong position.
In the bow next to that mechanism (near a securing spot) there is a sensor that goes bad. (One of the more common reasonable sounding answers (found above too) - especially as the car ages - it seems 5+ years and one can imagine where it is gets a bit rusted).
Same idea as above - and because of what it is - the sensor is just dirty and confused. Try cleaning with something that does not leave a residue.
Again the idea above, but with better - where and how. (This just sounds like the million $ answer for most): There is a small switch where, when closing and securing the top, it triggers the flaps to close. Location: passenger side windshield frame. What to do (might move the seat back and stand up). Place your pinky finger pointing in toward the driver's side and you will feel a little metal switch. You should be able to lift this up and down with your finger. Get some electrical grease and coat the switch as best you can. The problem is that a great deal of road grime accumulates and covers the switch.
Assorted suggestions to disconnect the buzzer or electrical: All bad. These cars like most modern ones have computer checks that do NOT take well to any override.
Clean all the seat buckle connectors. The top has sensors for these too. Maybe has grease on it?
The dual key turn in the driver's door to unlock fixes alarm problems like this in many cars.
How to install super dish 121?
http://www.dbsforums.com/azel.html use this to coordinate azimuth, elevation and angle.
What year VW engine is serial number AH 340858?
Hi,
AH code cases 1973-1974 1600 (8mm head studs w/ case savers)
regards, Ade.
What year was engine made BH 98118?
the H is not a letter should be a mumber 6 8/69 to 7/70 1600cc singleport
When did the first Volkswagen Beetle convertibles go into production?
Three were produced in 1948, 364 in 1949, and then went into full sales production in 1950, selling 2695 units and topping out at 19569 in 1979. All were made by the Karmann coachworks in Osnabruck Germany.
Source: Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet, Malcom Bobbit, 2002 Veloce Publishing
The engine and systems were designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche in about 1935.
The body was designed by the talented Erwin Komenda, who also designed the Porsche 356, the breathtaking 550 spyder, and even the original 911.
The project was commissioned by the infamous Adolf Hitler as a people's car, literally translated Volks-Wagen
Ferdinand Porsche
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volkswagen
How do i fit a new battery in a vw beetle?
is the battery made to fit the bug?
if your batter is to tall and you put the back seat in and someone sits on it they could touch the springs to the terminals and create a fire under your back seat so its CRUCIAL that you have the right size battery for your beetle.
it should be a Group 42 battery.
