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VW Super Beetle
The Super Beetle was a VW Type 1 variant manufactured by Volkswagen in 1971. This revolutionized Beetle model featured a redesigned front end, larger front brakes and a MacPherson strut suspension mechanism.
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Where is engine in an old VW Bug?
In the rear, where the trunk would normally be.
Next question will probably be "where do I add the coolant?"
Answer to next question open the hood put water in the little box under the hood vent.
Usually known as fresh air vent but its the safest place to put water. LOL
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My parents had the first Volkswagen Bus ever registered in the State of Idaho. Dad liked to go to gas stations (all gas stations had pump jockeys back then) and ask the attendant to check the oil and water.
What is the difference between the Volkswagen super beetle and the standard beetle?
The Super Beetle has a slightly longer body (front end) and more modern McPherson front suspension instead of the torsion tube type.
What year is your vw beetle if your vin IS 1342095858?
I am not certain about decoding the VIN number of our superbeetles.....but my VIN number is 1342095288! Our cars were born pretty close together. Edit: 113 beginning numbers with a 10 digit code indicates a 1973 Type 1 Beetle.
How do you add a oil system to a 1974 beetle?
I can think of three "oil systems" you might want to put in a Classic Beetle: full-flow oiling, a high-capacity oil sump, and an external oil cooler. In order from least to most desirable: The only reason you MIGHT want an external oil cooler on a VW engine is if you're a desert racer. SCORE Class I cars and SCCA Formula Vee cars all have coolers, but those coolers are extremely expensive. Don't put one on a street car. If your street engine's overheating, there are a few things it could be: tin not on right, improper carb jetting, flaps and thermostat not installed, and the big one: TIMING!!! I've seen LOTS of overheating VW engines and almost all of them had the timing set wrong. Full-flow oiling is a mixed bag. There's a way to do it right, and it involves tearing the engine apart and having the main oil gallery tapped for the return line, with the return port on the oil pump plugged and a special pump cover installed. There's also a way to do it wrong, and that's to install a "filter pump." Those do two bad things--overheat the oil (they're very close to the muffler) and reduce oil pressure. Now for the oil sump: So long as you use a good sump, like a Berg (the only connection I have with them is a lot of my money is in their bank account), this is a very good thing to do to your car. Stock VWs hold 2.5 liters of oil, which isn't enough. The smallest sump on the market will increase this to 4 quarts, and they're finned for extra heat dissipation. Plus, they just bolt on so anyone can install one.
Do you have fuse box diagram for a 1972 super beetle?
A few of the cars had a mid year model change so it's best to get the "Bentley" Service Manual (the orange one) for about $15.00 US. It's got the diagrams and everything else. It has just about every thing you will ever need to know. It's the official one.
Things you should find out is what MONTH was your car made. Is it an early or late year '71, '72, '73, etc.
Why does your low beams not work but your high beams do on a 2002 vw beetle?
Check bulbs Check hi-low switch
What is the best year for a super beetle?
A Super is a Super, but most guys would say either a 1972 (last year of flat windshields, which makes the car look more like a "classic" Bug) or a 1973 (first year of curved windshield, last year of small taillights).
What is the significance of the VW Beetle?
1.its got an air cooled engine2.it floats3.its a 'fashionable' car4.i believe that it was designed around world war 2 for Hitler and his men
AnswerNew VW Beetles are NOT using an air-cooled engine. Only the old VW is air-cooled.Where do you put the jack to change the tire on a 1972 super beetle?
The jack goes under the quarter window (back side). There should be a metal sleeve under the running board to slide jack into. My recomendation is to buy a small bottle jack or other hydraulic type.
What is wrong if a 1974 VW Super Beetle with auto shift won't go into gear?
Dear sir I also have a 74 VW auto shift and I had the same problem here last year and there is a diaphragm that went bad on mne I can't remembe what it is called but it is rubber diapram that creates the vacuam which allows you to shift gears. You can get the Diaphram at the Bugcity website out of Berlin CT Good luck with your Bug
Matt
How do you install a convertible top on a 1977 Super Beetle Volks Wagen?
Google "Chuck's Convertible Parts". He sells a booklet that tells you how to do it. Even with the book, its a lot of work and can be very frustrating. You can certainly do it but it might be worth it to have a professional do it, especially if you are restoring the car and want a "show car" look.
early beetles until 1968 had 5 x 205 mm
from '68 on, it was 4 x 130 mm
What is gas mileage on 1979 super beetle?
From 25 to 30 mpg. It all depends on how you drive it, city or hi-way driving, fast or slow. The bugs are really reliant on keeping the valves adjusted for better running and mileage.
1600cc, means 1,600 "Cubic Centimeters".
If I remember fight, it's the measurement of a motors total piston cylinder volume. The space in each cylinder. In a four cylinder 1600cc motor, each piston area has a volume of 400cc. 4x400cc=1600cc.
Or 1600cc=1.6L, (Liters).
Or 1600cc=98ci, (Cubic Inches).
Where could you get a key made for a 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle?
Call a locksmith he can make you one on the spot.
How do you replace rear window in 1979 super beetle convertible?
The rear windows on a 1979 Super Beetle convertible are replaced by prying away the rubber molding holding the glass in place. The glass can then be slowly lifted away before new sealant and glass is installed.
What do i do if 2001 Volkswagen Passat low beams won't work?
That both bulbs are good That the headlight earths are good Fuses are good Dip beam relay is good If all the above are OK it is a possible fault in the lighting switch
The problem is between the steering wheel and front seat backrest...
What is the difference between a 72 vw beetle and a super beetle?
The Super Beetle has McPherson struts in the front and and the Standard Beetle has a torsion-bar front suspension - the latter is recognizable by the two transverse tubes comprising the front "beam" assembly. The Super has a larger trunk with the spare tire laying flat in the bottom while the Standard's spare stands nearly upright at the front. Most Supers also have slots in the front body apron, but that's not a reliable indicator because non-louvered Supers do exist. The Super's wheelbase is 0.8" longer, and its front fenders and trunk lid are not interchangeable with the Standard's.
Otherwise the two cars are essentially identical from the windshield back, although in most years (`72 included) the Super has a few more "luxury" features such as a fresh air ventilation fan. Engines and transmissions are identical, year for year, but the Super is a couple hundred pounds heavier so it doesn't accelerate quite as well.
What is the setting for the points in your 1979 VW Beetle?
.016 inches or 50 degrees dwell plus or minus 2 degrees.
Did look in the glove compartment for the hood release it's not there But thanks?
Hood releases are not in glove compartment, that's trunk release. Hood release is usually on the drivers left side either right underneath the dash board or on the immediate left floor board, of the seat. If it's not in the interior, then look through the grill on the car for the lever and either pull it up or out depending on the car.
AnswerHello There, I just went out and poped my hood with the factory release in the glovebox. It is just inside at the top and slightly to the right of the glovebox door latch. On mine you cant see the release unless you almost put your head in the passanger seat and look up. Have a nice day.actually it's in the glove box on the top right hand side its thing u pull you can't see it but u'll feel it
Why does a 1974 Super VW go into 3rd and 4th gear but not first or second?
The synchronizers in the transmission are bad. If the gears grind when trying to get it into 1st or 2nd then it's probably the synchro's. If you just can't get it into gear then the 'shift rod bushing' or the "shift couplers" are worn. They are under the gear shift inside the shift tunnel. If you don't know if they have been replaced or not they probably haven't been. Buy the Bentley manual and it will walk you thru it.
