These videos are fantastic, especially to those of us that are new to Bugs! So far I've had to use this video as well as the rewiring main harness, bleeding brakes (as a double check) and electrical troubleshooting (which resulted in having to rewire!). NOTE** during my alternator swap and when I was pulling the fuel pump, the intermediary for the fuel pump BROKE inside the case. I tried a couple things that didn't work but what did and made it a snap was using an easy-out. Once the easy-out is in place gently turn and check to see if the broken piece is turning as well then pull with an upward motion and being ready to grab it.
The fuel pump spacer / drive rod guide is often times broken off inside the case. Fortunately VW thought ahead and made the spacer out of bakelite so if it does fall into the case, it usually won't damage anything and can be fished out when the oil is drained.
Absolutely excellent detailed, informative, great pace, basic ground level fundamentals are critical. I just acquired a 1970 VW Beetle convertible. It’s having some issues with the alternator charging the battery. It is extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time, dedication, effort, sharing your knowledge with others. I am sharing this with many many people. 👍🏻😉🇺🇸🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸👍🏻😉.
Might want to add that a new/shorter fuel pump will be necessary along with the short pump rod. Also a new carb/manifold gasket might come in handy! :) Just finished the mod...Works like it should! Thanks JBugs!
Holy moly..That looks like major surgery..i would need to take allot of pictures..Thank god they make cell phones..Thanks for the video sir..now if it would only take as long as this video to do the job i would be in business
There appears to be a mistake in this video. The open air slot in the fan backing plate should face the bottom for proper air flow to the oil cooler. This video shows the fan backing plate open air slot facing up.
if you use an LED bulb for the warning light indicator on an internally regulated Al82N alternator you MUST use a load equalizer resistor for it to charge its wired to the warning light terminal to the terminal on the bottom of the speedometer.
So no wonder mine isn't charging.. was wondering why no charging was happening then saw this comment and realized I didn't hook my alt warning light indicator. Thank you!
Yes you did. Just like the metal dual port intake manifolds, the metal baffle has a raised lip that crushes down to seal the stand to the engine case. Earlier versions of the baffle did not have the raised edge and needed the paper gaskets. As soon as VW offered the baffle with the raised lip, they no longer installed the paper gaskets.
FYI, just received my kit and learned shins and hardware is not included. Would’ve been nice to know this upfront so I could’ve added it to my order. Now I have to place a separate order for the hardware. Drag.
Am I wrong in thinking this approach may not work if you still have a thermostat connected? I can't imagine you can raise the fan shroud high enough, as the thermostat connecting rod to the flaps mechanism will be working against you .... no??
You are correct, if the thermostat rod is in place it would have to be disconnected before lifting the fan shroud off. We do cover removing a fan shroud with the thermostat in place in this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--OJx0M2c9LI.html
If you have a 12 volt generator, you don't have to. We couldn't get the fan off of the generator with the tools we had at hand so we just installed a new one instead of reusing the old ones.
The fan hub kit comes with an extra, we've never found a reason why it would be installed. They weren't from the factory on any generator or alternator that we've pulled off.
The job of swapping the generator for the alternator would be yes, but then you add the additional work of dropping an engine. In a vehicle like a Baja Bug, a Manx (RIP Bruce!) or a Bus with a removable apron, pulling the engine is a little easier, sure. The additional effort to do one versus the other in a full bodied Beetle or Ghia aren't worth it though.
Great video I just have a few questions. Aren’t 67 and up beetles already 12v? It was my understanding that 66 and earlier are the ones that came 6v. Anyhow, I have a 6v powered 1963 beetle and wanted to do the upgrade to 12v and I’m getting the complete kit including the starter to eliminate having to replace the flywheel on my trans and avoid messing up the teeth inside (I know a 6v starter will work but don’t like the idea of using it and wanted to go more of a proper fit with less hassle). So would I follow these same steps for my conversion?
Correct, 1967 Beetles are 12 volt but they originally have a generator which we swapped out for an alternator. So this is a video about swapping out a generator for an alternator, not a swap from 6 volt to 12 volt. Installing the alternator on your 63 would be similar but the wiring conversion is simpler as all the wiring for the regulator is at the engine. We don't offer a 12 volt starter with a 6 volt gear. We would recommend sticking with with the 6 volt starter unless you have a 12 volt flywheel.
@@Sam_Mebane Hello Sam, thank you for the reply. I was able to get a kit from AC industries with the 12v starter to 6v bendix to be used with my 6v flywheel. Was just wondering as im sure if available through AC industries, others would follow this idea as it seems as a more proper way to go about the starter/flywheel combination matter. Either way your way is still the most popular, thanks for the response!
At 8:07 a boot is added to the road draft tube.. does this need to be placed as seen in the video? Barely covering the hole at the bottom of the tube? Also, does there need to be a cut or opening in the boot? I just picked a boot up locally and it was recommended to cut/slit the bottom of the boot open then slide onto the tube covering the hole but not pushing the tube completely through the boot.
There needs to be an opening (a slice or slit) in the bottom of the boot. As for the hole, some breathers have it, others do not. Ideally, try and cover it up.
The stock generator is a 30 amp unit. A stock replacement alternator is a 55 amp unit so even the standard replacement alternator is an improvement over the generator. If you have a large stereo system (with multiple amplifiers, etc) or lots of off road or accessory lights you might consider a 75 or 90 amp alternator.
If the car had a 6 volt system and you are converting to 12 volts, yes. This conversion was just a swap from a 12 volt generator to a 12 volt alternator.
For a quicker response, and assuming you bought the alternator from JBugs.com, give them a call for some tech help. There are a number of possible issues that could be causing the problem. Hopefully you've got it figured out by now.
You can change the playback speed by clicking on the gear to whatever speed you can follow more easily. We made this video 8 years ago and forgive me, I’m just a VW hobbyist, not a voice over actor! Just the same, we’ve gotten better since this video I think.
I cant believe that my mf mechanic took 5 years to do this to my good old bug. All that without taking in count the damage that suffer a not running car.
@@Sam_Mebane to be honest i lived in another region of the country so i only could push him by phone. Anyway it really surprised me that he never took any money from me. He just was irresponsable. There is something important you hsve to take in count for a restoration job: dont start it if you dont have the money or the space to complete it to the very end. There is no "installements" in to restoring.
@@elblitzb good advice, although I've worked on my own restorations that were works in progress. Having a place to keep the vehicle long term makes a big difference.
IS IT POSSIBLE, IF I WILL REPLACE ONLY THE GENERATOR INTO ALTERNATOR AND ITS STAND? WILL IT FIT WITHOUT THE OTHER PARTS OF THE KIT? LIKE BLOWER, PULLEY, AND PLATE SET? WILL THE PLATE SET OF THE GENERATOR FIT ALSO TO ALTERNATOR?
If you’re referring to hooking up the alternator in the Porsche fan shroud conversion, check the instructions that come with the kit. Bypassing the voltage regulator will most likely be the same but the connections at the alternator will probably be a little different.
Good afternoon friend I have another question ... I have another engine with the following features: it is 2110cc, Bore Size: 94 MM Springs: Single Springs Valves: 40 & 35.5mm., Ignition coil bosch 00012, Centrifugal Advance 009 Distributor With Electronic Ignition 9441-B, Bosch 09001 Premium Spark Plug Wire Set, Empi Single 44 Hpmx Carburetor, which spark plug recommended me to use to make the engine work very well? ... Because this engine has many more HP and RPM
So... How do you get to the nuts on the rear of the stand? And what size is the hub nut. I'm trying to get the fan off my generator. Also what gauge is the parking light wire for the 68 beetle?
A ratchet with an extension and a universal joint can be helpful to get to the back nuts. The fan hub nut is 36mm. The parking light wire can be replaced with 18 gauge wire.
@@JBugsVWParts Thanks! Also I ordered some stuff from jbugs a while back. Most of the stuff came in, except the headlights. 7 inch h4 with LED edges. Are they out of stock? I checked the website and it says picking for all of them even though I have most of them.
To get the alternator to charge, you can use a simple warning light, mounted wherever you'd like, but ideally where the driver can see it. Wire the positive wire of the light to a key hot source, the negative wire hooks up to the D+ wire. Hook up the B+ post to the positive side of the battery, that's it.
Just did this conversion to my engine over the weekend. The instructions weren't very clear about which end was up on the big metal plates. I got the inner one right with the vent facing down. But I installed the outer one with the breather hole at the 12 o'clock position instead of 6 o'clock. Will this cause any harm on in my stock engine compartment? Should I pull it apart and turn it? Thanks in advance.
Thanks for another great how to video. What is your recommendation on removing the cooling fan nut. It doesn't look like the one on my 71' Ghia has ever been touched. Its rotation is so balanced that i'm scared of screwing up the fan with my ogre hands. This is all new to me so sorry for the noob question. I have a 36mm socket and the tools. I just would like your input on the removal process so it goes a bit smoother.
Ideally a high torque impact gun would be used so as to not bend or twist the fan but more often than not, we use a breaker bar and hold the fan in one arm to prevent it from spinning.
For the headlights with the LED Ring. Can the LEDs be attached to the same wires as the turn signal/ parking light to serve as additional lighting. Or should it be separate?
That is correct Michael, our engine did not have the original thermostat or flaps in place. We are located in southern California and having a VW with the thermostat and flaps intact and connected is a rarity. Most of them have been pulled out and tossed years back. As soon as we come across an engine with the thermostat in place we will be doing a video on them.
Good afternoon friend ... I have a 1973 super beetle with 1600 Dual Port Cyl engine. Head, ignition coil bosch 00012, Centrifugal Advance 009 Distributor With Electronic Ignition 9441-B, Bosch 09001 Premium Spark Plug Wire Set, brosol carburetor solex 30 pic, which spark plug recommended me to use to make the engine work very well?
We have no reference material for the size or range of the W8BC plug. Seeing that a W8BC plugs shows fitting a Buick or an Oldsmobile, we would say most likely no.
+watspoppin505jh On a Baja, most engine work can be done with the engine in the car as most if not all of the body is cut out of the way. Pulling the fan shroud off should be possible with the engine in the car. However depending on the bumper, pulling the engine on a Baja isn't difficult either as again, the body isn't in the way.
+watspoppin505jh You're welcome, if you have any other questions feel free to call us toll free at 1-800-231-1784 and we will be happy to answer any other questions you may have.
+Jorge Lopes Hello Jorge! Unfortunately the original generator stand will not fit an alternator due to the size and shape difference between a generator and an alternator.
The dipstick tube on Beetle engines is pressed into the machined hole on the engine case. The tubes aren't designed to be removed or replaced, we aren't aware of anyone offering a replacement today. If you have a bolt on dipstick tube on a universal engine case, we offer the dipstick adapter: www.jbugs.com/product/8932.html
The 12 Volt Alternator Conversion Kit can be used on 1961 and newer model Beetles and Karmann Ghias and 1960 and newer Type 2 Bus models with 1200cc 40 horse engines, yes. The alternator is of course a 12 volt alternator so the rest of the electrical components have to be changed accordingly. We do offer a 6 to 12 volt conversion kit for Beetles here: www.jbugs.com/product/6-12-volt-kit.html that includes the needed 12 volt components to convert the 6 volt system to 12 volts along with the 12 Volt Alternator Conversion Kit.
Question about the second backing plate orientation. I've seen 2 other sites say the 'vent' / 'slot' should go towards the bottom along with the round hole in the first backing plate. It appears you are putting this second backing plate on with the 'vent' toward the top. Which way does this second plate orientate? Thanks. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QMkYJwuKnwM.html
Standard crimp connectors can be picked up at any local auto part or hardware store and will work just as well. We recommend using "crimp and shrink" connectors for the most secure connection. The open barrel crimp connectors we used are a little harder to come by and require special pliers to use but we like them as they were what VW used.
@@JBugsVWParts The 1/4-inch "T-Connector" (3-way) & the 2-way you used in this video, with the plastic insulator shrouds... Where are those purchased, since they are not included with the Alternator Conversion Kit? (standard Crimp Connects can be purchased anywhere, but the ones you show I Can't Find, even with a Google Search.)
@@kingjeremysircornwell7847 This conversion is to swap the generator out for an alternator, powered by a gasoline burning engine. We haven't converted the car to hybrid power.
+Brent Houser Hey Brent! The engine is a pretty mild stock based 1641cc Single Port engine. We are glad to hear you like the videos! We are going to start rolling more out soon. Let us know if there are any videos in particular you'd like us to make!
+Jamal Rasul The alternator conversion kit will work on a 1973 Super Beetle. Whether or not you have a generator or an alternator on the car will determine how closely you'd follow the video.
We've never had to use a puller to remove the hub, at most a flat head screwdriver has worked but at the end of the day, an new hub kit is inexpensive enough: www.jbugs.com/product/111198123A.html
