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Mick Longley busaru.com busaru@busaru.com Twitter: VWBusaru
This Subaru powered Beetle is ready for a new owner. If you are interested please check out the Craigslist Ad here: westslope.crai...
This video is a recap of the last year of owning the BUGARU, which included trying to build a “crossmember” style engine support but finding that the rear structure, or “frame”, of the bug is lacking. We ultimately decided that following the VW design and using hardened through-bolts is the best bet for the Bug to Subaru swaps. I then spent weeks sanding, doing body work, and painting - never again! Body work is not my thing ;)
Thanks for watching and I appreciate the support by liking the video and subscribing to the channel.

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10 сен 2024

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@thetreblerebel 4 года назад

Now I want a Subaru powered VW Bug...thanks!

@mikewest8836 3 года назад

I want a Vanagon with a Subi 6 cyl

@edwardcalvert 4 года назад

Back in 1988, I was 20 years old and my sister had not long ago got her driver's license. My mom gave her her 1982 Honda Civic. My mom and stepfather bought the neighbor's 1982 Subaru GL. There were plenty of times I changed 🛢 and filter on that car. After looking at the engine and realized it had certain things in common with the the engines in the VW Beetle and the Bus, I could see that it was possible to run a Subaru engine in a VW. There modifications that would have to be made but it could be done. Hence I was dreaming up a Bugaru and a Busaru and now I find that they really do exist.

@BettyNFriendz 5 лет назад

Own a 75 bay window I’m thinking about putting a Subaru in and just stumbled upon your channel. Super glad I did, love it

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Hey Olpono, I’m glad you found it - welcome to the club! Hopefully you’ll find some helpful info.

@Carnivore-Dwayne 4 года назад

One of the things I like, is that the Subaru engine still kind of sounds like a bug!

@Avetho 4 года назад

Like a bug, but with MOAR POWAH!

@jv1990 4 года назад

Yup because they are both designed similarly. Boxer engjnes

@Avetho 4 года назад

@@jv1990 Is the Beetle engine a true boxer or is it a flat engine? One crank pin per two opposed cylinders or one per cylinder? I can't seem to find that out. But yeah they have the same firing order so if the headers are using the same lengths as the Beetle you get the same sound which is of course awesome! Not much beats the sound of a Beetle, though the Subaru deep rumble is a very close second :P

@jv1990 4 года назад

@@Avetho no idea lol considering the vw was made in Germany i wouldn't doubt its a true boxer and not a flat. Idk I have never worked on one.

@Avetho 4 года назад

@@jv1990 Well, I guess its time for me to get my researching glasses on and dig out my Googling skills XD

@Tata-go5jw 3 года назад

the Beetle is adored all over the world

@namtech425 3 месяца назад

Your videos helping me out a lot.

@ericsolveson5972 5 лет назад

I saw the bugaru on CL. Love that project man! I once tried restoring a 93 Legacy EJ22T including a paint job in my garage. NOT EASY ! Amazing engine and hope she finds a good home! I hope you and Miguel are good up in Durango, miss seeing you all. Cheers! PS. Bugaru sounds mean

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Oh that’s awesome that you already saw the CL ad. And yeah, that engine is amazing. So simple but so powerful. Swing by the shop next time you’re in Durango.

@rayanesoto1054 5 лет назад

Loved it! Thank you for sharing! We missed you! Looking forward to the future projects.

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Thanks Rayane, I appreciate the support and look forward to the wonky future projects too ;)

@adriantudhope 5 лет назад

Good job Mick, looks like a blast to drive

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Thanks Adrian!

@brettpatterson9341 4 года назад

I found a bug with no motor and wrecked WRX by my house. I am so tempted to start one of these.

@mrcrabass3669 5 лет назад

Nice to see the end result sounds great.

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Thanks, sorry it took so long for a video!

@SUBDUB67 5 лет назад

That bug hauls arse now! Well done Mick!

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Yeah, its pretty ridiculous. Death trap for sure ;)

@richardmarkham8369 3 года назад

Man you have some nice empty, long, straight roads out there! I'd be nailing that sucker! Too bad we can't go anywhere here in the UK without hitting traffic or speed cameras.

@noname-he9ud 3 года назад

I just found this channel. I really think these swaps are neat. Do you have a step by step guide on what is involved with a swap. This is something my son and I may explore.

@sammoon2499 2 года назад

are you able to put the hood(trunk) down with the new engine? nice build man!

@yjmsrv 4 года назад

I know you sold this already- but just curious how cool it ran with the radiator set up you used up front? Did the airflow turn out adequate to keep the temps in check when it was under load? Great job here- I think this is a great solution for any bug- louvers up front would work just as well as the slots that the factory put on the Super Beetle- and Subaru engines produce for more power then VW's - for far, far less money!

@ABC-wr2yu 5 лет назад

Ah Mick. Can't believe you off loading the bugaru. Can't wait what new projects are in store amigo. -Alex

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Thanks mate, I think you’re going to dig the new projects ;)

@NickDelawder 11 месяцев назад

What transmission did you use? I’m building a bug and don’t want to blow the stock trans any help would be appreciated.

@andrewward6613 3 года назад

Good day. What transmission did yu use on the bugaru?? I am working on a ghia swap and curious

@terryraymond7984 Год назад

Is the Subaru flywheel and clutch larger than the VW Aircooled engine clutches

@MrBriansAmazingWorld 4 года назад

Going to have to do this swap on a Baja I have waiting to get done.

@bigsmoke8492 4 года назад

The Best sleeper ever

@mnkombi5499 5 лет назад

Nice to see a new video mick..Alex in st cloud Minnesota.

@Busaru 5 лет назад

Thanks Alex, I hope your bus project is coming along well.

@mnkombi5499 5 лет назад

@@Busaru unfortunately its not,

@yeshuayes 4 года назад

3:27 Nice. mission passed! respect +

@johnsparks8572 4 года назад

Love the videos been following the builds for a while, I'm putting a 2003 2.5 SOHC non turbo in my Baja now, how do you run your physical throttle cables for non "drive by wire" motors and still get full throttle range out of the motor? The Volkswagen stock pedal throw is only about an inch so I'm trying to come up with a new way but wanted to know how you ran yours to get some ideas. Thanks!

@samsunggalxay3761 4 года назад

Thanks mate great video

@timwilliams9865 4 года назад

Building a none turbo version known turbo version would have bought this one:( still like the Journey thank you

@64maxpower 4 года назад

That is a bad ass car.

@mikemcdonald7441 4 года назад

I may have missed somewhere but what car did that engine come out of?

@ernestoe.carrillok.8494 3 года назад

Subaru's engines are watercooled. Where is the radiator?

@glynndudley8060 4 года назад

Hey man, what is that OBD2 multigauge that you have?

@Moshforthekill91 4 года назад

I want to do a similar build. Is the bug awd?

@random5064 2 года назад

What's the fuel economy on one of these

@benjaminhilton1960 4 года назад

What was the motor out of? And what year?

@frankwallen5178 5 лет назад

is it still for sale?

@chavorucosnkombies 5 лет назад

Bud great bug. What tranny did u use? I have a turbo wrx that i will mount in my 75 bus. Can i still use the original bus tranny with the adapter plate? Will the tranny handle the hp from the turbo wrx

@Busaru 5 лет назад

I used the stock transmission in this bug. Your 75 should be fine as long as you do rolling starts and don’t dump the clutch all the time.

@artcaballerojr 4 года назад

How much did u sell the bug fir

@jonathansparks7558 4 года назад

The VW transmission, does it stand up to the Suburu engine????

@vl639 3 года назад

I’m doing some what the same but with a WRX motor, and no it won’t, it will yard sell a stock transmission. Rancho built my supersubaru transmission.

@user-ry1jr4ev1u 4 года назад

Added A/C to it ?

@Boeing767DriverAA 4 года назад

Is it still available?

@iamyourfuture808 4 года назад

Ultimate sleeper?

@patriciomunoz2830 5 лет назад

Lol that's freaking great dude

@Busaru 5 лет назад

It’s a blast, for sure!

@carlosmujica4623 4 года назад

Did you sale it ?

@Lintlicker798 4 года назад

Still for sale?

@Eloymm28 4 года назад

I just buy a bug in I want to do that swap

@simondr70 4 года назад

I guess it's sold, post not found ..

@michelberga8596 3 года назад

next phase, find a V8 and challenge to a drag and post on RU-vid, okay?

@tompraisan 4 года назад

Loved it, Tesla powered bug next?

@jamesleakey247 3 года назад

You need a new glove box lid catch ;)

@xtocy96 3 года назад

Quick release glove box

@Mg_L.A. 5 лет назад

Where is the radiator located?

@Busaru 5 лет назад

It’s up front in the spare tire holder area but you can see more info about it here: BUGaru Engine Conversion ru-vid.com/group/PLMH5LJmjYxZNzDJL8Nntv2GMvDnDROOu_