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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 can you find a hazard switch wiring diagram for a 1973 super beetle?
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/ Try here
How do you locate the test connector on a 1992 Mazda B 2200?
not real sure if it has one, but if it does it should be under the dash
How do you remove a super beetle dashboard?
Open the front hood/trunk, remove the wiring cover. If you look closely there are nutsholding the dashboard on.
What is the curb weight of a 1958 VW beetle?
The curb weigh for a 1958 Volkswagen Beetle is 1,700 pounds. The car is 13 feet 4 inches long and 5 feet 6 inches wide.
Low beam side is blown. Replace it. Another possibility would be that the multi function lever on the post is bad you can get a new one for around 60.00
How do you set the dwell on an old school mallory points distributor?
i always had a meter with dwell on it you adj your points base and keep the gap the same
Addition to above:
Haven't messed with a points ignition in quite some time, but still have a Sun distributor machine and remember how to do it, if it's a dual point distributor the easiest way is to block one of the sets of points with a matchbook cover or thin piece of cardboard in between the points and set the dwell on the other set, then put the matchbook cover between the point set you just set the dwell on and set the dwell on the other set, then remove the matchbook cover and your done. If you're doing this on the car (as opposed to doing it on a distributor machine) you should then re-set or at least check the timing.
What kind of gasoline should a VW Beetle 2002 use?
Check the gas door and look at the sticker and see what is recommended for your car.
Do 1974 super beetles need lubrication with oil changes?
Well, there's really not any grease points on a Super Beetle that I can remember.
Maybe lube the door hinges. There's a small plastic plug on top of the hinges that can be carefully taken off with a dull knife and then just put a few drops of oil in the holes then replace the plugs. Make sure there isn't any rust or crud in there, if there is then just get a small brad nail or something and dig it out first.
You could take the cap off the rotor and put a few drops of oil on the felt in the shaft. They both should probably be done every oil change or maybe every other one to be safe.
What is the oil capacity in a 1972 beetle?
A 1972 beetle came with different sized motors, anything from 1200cc to 1600cc motors were available to the customers (although in North America most were 1600cc). All stock engines held about the same amount of engine oil. It is important to remember "NOT TO OVERFILL A VW ENGINE" as damge to oil seals and thus engine could result. To little oil will seize the engine. Keep the oil level between the marks on the dip stick. Usually I'll put in 2.5 litres or 5.3 US pints per engine. If you're in doubt, add 2 litres or 2 US quarts (4 US pints), check the dip stick, add extra oil until the oil level is between the two marks on the dip stick. Run the engine for while, and turn it off. After engine has cooled down, recheck oil level on the dip stick (make sure dip stick is all the way down and clean each time). Oil level must be between the marks. On the VW, between the top and bottom marks on the dip stick is aboout one litre or one US quart, which means that if you're just below the 'ADD' mark, one litre or one US quart will put you just below the full mark.
If your engine has been modified, i.e. an external oil cooler added, or a larger oil sump added, then more engine oil may be required. Check with manufacturer for specs in additional engine oil required.
NOTE. it is aways a good idea to check engine oil levels each morning before starting the engine. Air cooled engines tend to expand and contract more than water cooled engines, therefore more prone to oil leakage. Having a VW engine, without some oil seepage over time, is indeed a pleasure.
I am a VW master registered technician with over 40 years of experience. In all old style VW beetle engines that haven't been modified 3 us quarts is the norm.
How do you lower a 1964 VW bug?
The rear tortion bars have different sizes of spline, inboard or outboard, so you turn the trailing arm on the tortion bar until you reach the desired height eg. down 1 large, too high,up one small till you find a combo that works
The front main beam can be replaced with an adjustable one.
I have heard you can grind the welds off the tubes, turn them and reweld, but check that, because I've never done it
Purchase dropped spindles for the front
Where is the high beam switch in 1975 Corvette?
== == It's on the floor sometimes hidden by the carpet.
Will seats from a 2003 beetle fit in a 1974 super beetle?
As a straight swap, No. Every few years VW changed the seat mounts let alone different models. But as far as retro fitting them, people do it all the time. People have put seats from Hondas, Toyotas, etc. in classic bugs. It's just a matter of making your own mounts. Just measure the width and height to make sure they will fit.
Why will my high beams work but my low beams do not on my 1994 Chevy half ton?
Your high beams work but your low beams do not because the switch is broken that switches between high and low beams. Electrical switches wear out.
Will 72 vw supper beetle motor fit in a 69 vw beettle?
Yes, but the '72 engine is dual port, while the 69 is single port. Which means tou will need new manifold(s).
How do you replace a voltage regulator on a 1973 vw super beetle?
If you are still set up stock you have a separate regulator located under the back seat. Unscrew the mounting screws and unplug, plug the new one in and go! It should on the drivers side under the seat.
What is the difference between a 1973 super beetle and a 1974 super beetle?
The biggest difference is the 74 has energy absorbing bumpers that the 73 is lacking.
What is the weight of 1969 vw bug?
A 11969 VW Bug weighs approximately 1764 lbs Sedan 1852 lbs Convertible.
Where is the backup light switch located on 73 vw super beetle?
The very front of the transmission, (towards the front of car). Kinda sorta on the right side.
How do you replace the instrument panel bulb on a 1972 super beetle?
Lift front hood Remove cardboard covering over the dash panel area. Locate the lamp holders and replace lamps as required. Reassemble.
How do you fix a horn that wont work on a vw 72 super beetle?
There are five things it can be: the horn itself, either of the two wires running to it, the fuse or the switch. The easiest thing to sort out is the fuse. It is number 11. If this is burned out you have bigger problems: the brake lights are also on it.
Next, find out if you have voltage to the horn. Get out your meter and test both wires going to the horn. VW switches the ground, so 12v will always be on one lead. If you have a good fuse and no voltage at the horn, you need to pull two new wires: one to the fusebox, one to the switch in the steering wheel. I have you pull two wires because if one is broken the other is soon to follow.
If you have voltage, ground the other prong. If the horn doesn't honk, replace it. You can use any 12v horn, but please don't get one that plays "La Cucaracha." (Yes, they make them.)
If you have voltage and a honking horn, run a wire between the ground prong on the horn and the switch. If the horn honks, the ground wire is bad. If it doesn't, the switch - and maybe also the wire - is bad.
