Back in 1980 I worked for a major aftermarket German parts distributor, and we had every air cooled VW head imaginable. Lots of rebuilt and new. Some were great, some were crap. A full piston and cylinder set was about $50 !!!!
Genius problem solving here! Really enjoying the in depth look at these engines. Never too much of a vw fan, but I really like these engines. Its the bodies that really never struck me as interesting. Well, except for the Kharmann Gia, without the front bumper.
thank you for a great step by step video. I have learned Alot from you. been involved with vws for over 20 years and still see tricks and new ideas. thank you again
My dad had an Austin dealership. He taught me how to lap valves. We used coarse - - medium - - and finished with very fine compound. That was 60 years ago.If I had to do it today I would still use the three step compound if it is still available. I'm really enjoying your show. Thanks...
We always lapped the matching jugs to each head until we got a nice gray uniform ring all the way around. We also kept the pushrods in the same position so they don't have to reseat, which knocks the valve adjustment out quickly. Was an interesting walk down memory lane, and the 356 and 914 Porsches are the same. We put a 356 motor in a beetle once. I guess I'm very glad not to have to work on those things any more.
What impresses me most about this video is how kind it was of you to offer your time and expertise to your friend/or family member to help with his engine. You are a good friend. And that Volkswagen sounded beautiful driving down the road after you guys worked on it very impressive!
Nice job drilling out the sheared-off bolt. As a suggestion, while you are “over” the newly drill-out hole, put a center in the Bridgeport and use it to center the tap. Helps to keep threads perpendicular to the surface. It also dramatically reduces the chance of snapping the tap off in the head. Also, use cutting oil of some sort when drilling and tapping. Kerosene actually works fairly well in aluminum, although almost any oil will do. Nice job!
Just found your channel a couple days ago and have been marathoning them ! You inspire me . Also I love the pace of your vids my wife says they have a Bob Ross quality and I agree. Cheers !
That lapping and cutting compound idea is brilliant. Now that the 1990s influx of easy and cheap air cooled parts is gone, it's back to creative engineering. I don't know how I ever went through life without a Bug. It was always on my list and outside of my friend's WRX powered Beetle, I've never been invested in any others. I got caught up in the turbo 3.8 GM motors that have almost limitless potential.
I'm 65. Overhauled my first 49' at 14. I've seen it all and done most of it. I went to balance, Polish and blueprint at 16. Owned dozens of Bugs and dream about em. Besides Wife, Kids and G'kids they are my love.
Great repair skills, I really enjoyed watching both videos. My old Velocette motorcycle had the head spigoted onto the cylinder in the same way but also used a soft copper ring to ensure a perfect seal.
To be technical about it, VW did not install fuel filters in the hose between the fuel pump and carburetor. The fuel filter on the original (rebuildable) Pierburg fuel pump, which that engine no longer has, is located under a bolt on the pump. The fuel pump that is on it a generic crimped-top version which goes in the garbage when it fails.
Next time find a piece of glass and glue a sheet of sand paper on it use it to make the flat surface on the barrels, I used to do it all the time it's like having a flat mill. I love your Chanel it reminds me of things I used to do before I got to old to be bending over to work.
