She sure tries to stop me at every leg of this race, but I haven't thrown in the ol' towel just yet. "Hitler's Revenge" , no doubt a fitting name for a beetle - particularly this one. Edit: stop telling me to get ahold of Mustie1. I have left him some messages with no response - it’s not like we youtubers just magically have each other’s numbers.
Little fun fact for you to help get some power out of that thing. Put a 4 barrel intake on it (YES they do exist) and possibly a slight larger diameter exhaust along with raising the governor to 6300 rpm. If a similar sized Porsche 356C 4 cylinder can take two 2 barrels, then that probably could. On a side note about 4 cylinder I feel a lot more fortunate about the performance of my Honda in recent weeks.
Luke. You gotta call Mustie1. I bet he has that cylinder head that you need, sitting in his shop somewhere... Would be really cool to see you and him do a video together. Take care young man. Keep up the great work.
Many years ago, I bought a brand new 67 Beatle for $1711. When I took it into the dealer for its first oil change, I started chatting with the mechanic. He told me a secret. The twin tailpipes are like tiny glass packs. He told me there are a couple of spot welds holding them together. He said drill out the spot welds push out the guts with a broom handle and reinsert the empty pipes. Not only does it sound better, but it also gives you three HP. When you originally only had 53, you really feel the extra three.
Luke you have stayed true to your roots young man. Finding old cars that would not have a chance at a new life and fixing them up expertly. Your explanations are excellent. You have a GREAT personality for this medium also. I enjoy seeing your sweet wife too when she helps out!! Great job on this beautiful old bug. Reminds me of my high school days!
I have to second this comment Luke! Seriously, keep it up and make vidyas as much as you possibly can. Between you, Kevin, Derek and Rich....I have learned so much!! I learned how to swear like a proper gentleman from Peg of course. By the way, love the way your neighbors were popping off a few rounds at the end of this vidya!! 'Merica!
I picked up a 73 superbeetle last summer. It had been sitting in dudes driveway for quiet a few years. Engine was stuck, brake hoses collapsed and lines rotted. Took me a few weeks but, it was well worth the effort, with the first trip up the road.
Just a tip, there's a guy called Mustie1 who's like the Volkswagen guru, he's always gotten just about every VW ever he's gotten his hands in running :) still great to see you Luke
I started my apprenticeship with VW in 1973. The Beetle (Type 1) is probably the most basic car to work on. The very first thing you check on a car you don't know is the valve adjustment. This must be done on a cold engine! Pre 1971 single port engines were prone to drop a valve on #3 cylinder so valve clearance is critical. The position of the oil cooler partially blocked the air flow to #3. This was addressed with the dual port engines. That was always my first question to a customer, when did you last have the valves adjusted? Usually this was followed by a blank stare. What do you mean? Lots of so called VW experts out there too. Obviously this one has larger issues.
Lack of adjustment or a bad adjustment did this one in, at least the heads. I couldn’t believe it even kind of ran with the valves having zero or even negative lash across the board.
Me being an aircooled VW mechanic can tell you that there is a much faster way to adjust valves. Simply align crank pulley at TDC and pop de distributor cap off to see whether the rotor is pointing to cyl 1 or cyl 3. Then pop both valve covers off. If the rotor is pointing to cyl 1, you can go ahead and adjust both valves for cyl 1, intake of cyl 2 and exhaust of cyl 4. If the rotor points to cyl 3, you can adjust both valves for cyl 3, intake of cyl 4 and exhaust of cyl2. In both cases, once done with those valves, spin the engine 1 full turn and adjust the remaining valves.
Just found your channel. My 13 year old wants a bug for his first car. We found a 67 convertible and bought it. We learned some things from your video. He and i are learning this thing together and its fight us every step.
Thanks for the valve adjustment tips. I look forward to the video series on this little gem. 67 was so unique as the last year for classic overrider bumpers and low back seats but the first year for 12v electrics.
That's it, Luke. Shackle that car's tortured soul to this Earth! Burnt, tired, old and broken: doesn't matter. You have to set an example and keep it on the road so all old VW's will fear you. That's how you gain control. That's how you WIN.
Long time VW guy here. These engines are crazy simple and new heads can be purchased relatively cheap... or try changing the valve guide yourself. Honestly I would keep it close to original as possible. They just run sooo smooth and are very reliable. (Says the guy with a big ol turbo sticking out the decklid)
Your videos have been awesome lately Luke! I dig the change up on the VW. I'm so glad you kept making videos I think the world needs the knowledge you have.
Nice work on previous video showing the generator can be changed without removing engine excited to see it run again been awhile since it's been on the channel Luke awesome Job thanks for the entertainment brother @ThunderHead289
I have forgotten more about these cars than most people knew from the start. The heads are almost always rebuildable (if not cracked) and the guides are a press fit. You can also buy reman heads on line and save the extra effort. One thing I will say is if the mileage is high (over 70k) the new heads will make it use use oil, which means a ring job. At that point you might as well tear it down for new bearings. The Engine was only designed for 100,000 kilometers. (60k miles and change) BTW, that brass nozzle for the accelerator pump needs to be moved so it squirts half way between the side wall and center casting. Just tweak it over with some needle nose pliers. This helps with hesitation. Afterward place a small screwdriver on the flat part of the shoulder and tap it sharply with a small hammer. They are a press fit and prone to falling out if not fully seated.
Lucky my first bug I bought in '89 that was not running well was just bad timing! Valve lash was the 2nd thing I learned. I've seen some car-azy previous owner stuff! Great vid.
Loving this series Luke with the VW. Glad your making vids again. Like the way you show what your thinking and how you execute the fix. Even if your right or wrong , you still show the process of getting to the end goal. Would make a great teacher. Camara shots and editing are spot on. GJ. 😀
Remember the valves needs to be adjusted when the engine is cold, otherwise they won't adjust properly. Also, many VW mechanics put the valves at zero lash. Which means snug rocker to the valve and ensure that when tighten that the pushrod moves. If it isn't moving then the valve is too tight.
Luke, I'm mucho jealous of your Hastings Piston Rings vacuum guage! My Family worked/works there! Still made in Hastings Michigan today in the 100+ year old plant!
Love the Old Beetles! I had 6 during my high school and college years. Now, I have a 911 Carrera~~ Got to love 'em! All from 1961 to 1971 year models. Just wish I still had them!
Pulled many vw engines in my day. When I was in college I had a 1960 that I put a 68 engine in. There are four motor mount bolts to undo, put a come-along up in the rafters of the garage loosen motor mounts lift car up in the air grab the exhaust pipes work them back and forth free engine ,drop jack under engine down pull engine out from under car overhaul and reverse process. Stupid easy. I've done a couple of them in my day course that was 30 years ago but don't be afraid to pull the engine you'll freak out at how quick it goes! Your a smart lad...piece of cake
Yep. Replaced my engine while it was in a parking garage at school. Two of us just lifted the back end of the car off of the old engine and set it aside. Things were easy then!
Thats definitely going to have to come out! Don't even try to run that thing til the head is fixed!! I'm amazed that valve didn't break yet. I've rebuilt tons of these, and NEVER seen one that bad that hadn't already broken and taken out the piston. Looking forward to the rebuild
I work on cars but just a little to young to have messed with this era . It’s awesome seeing how everything was built especially them valve covers . Thanks man looking forward to this build ❤️🔥
You do know the fan shroud is only held on by two screws one on either end and then by the generator strapped to its stand. We usually just unstrap the generator and loosen the screws, lift up on the fan shroud and pull the generator/ fan assembly out as one. Volkswagen's aren't hard just different. That engine sure is making a noise, maybe valve adjustment or stuck valve. Pre 70s engines have two different valve gaps per intake and exhaust.
Iv snapped a number of those doghouse screws in my day, even after running a torch and PB blaster - I probably should have said that was the reason why I opted to pull it from the front
@@chrisfreemesser5707 you maybe right. I have a 65' with it's original 1200 and I have to huge vw shop manual for the 1200's, it says .004 for the intake I believe and .006 for the exhaust. But that may have changed for the 1300's. I thought they went to .006 for both beginning with the 1600's... .006 on both won't hurt anything either.
You can check for bad exhaust valves quickly by holding up a piece of paper to the exhaust pipe. The paper will strongly suck against the pipe (will keep "flapping") if the exhaust valve is leaking on intake stroke.
Luke, you should get hold of ......... just kidding. I did take the time to read the pinned comment; don't think anyone else did though.😂 One thing I can maybe help with: any Beetles I've dealt with here in Scotlad, the oil light has been 𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆, with red for charging. The only green light would be indicators, which sometimes had a light in the cluster, sometimes not. I don't suppose the colour of that wee lamp was top of your list anyway but it's one thing less to worry about.😁 Cheers for now, Dougie.
Funny how the valve covers are held on with a metal arm like brake master cylinders from the 70s but makes sense since it's air cooled Luke @Thunderhead289
That's really a super easy fix. With your experience you should be able to have that engine out in less than 2 hours taking your time. The other issue you could run into our pulled head studs if that is a 10 mm stud case. It's worth it when you remove the engine to have case savers installed
Late to the parade on this one but I do have a couple of ideas that may not have already been covered by someone earlier on in this thread. Back in the day, practically anyone with a screwdriver and a wrench considered himself a VW mechanic. Bad news is many had little to no mechanical ability and sadly inflicted considerable trauma on these beasts. Pulling the engine in one of these rigs is remarkably easy. Fuel line, throttle linkage, clutch cable, starter cables, ignition wires, 4 bolts and the engine can be wiggled out. We used to do it on a lift at the corner gas station with a 50 gallon steel drum under the car. Lower the car so the weight of the engine is barely on the drum and grab the tail pipes, pull, and wiggle. The engine comes back far enough for the clutch to clear the bell housing, lift the car body up and the engine is sitting on the steel drum. Two young guys can lift the engine and carry it to the work bench for rebuild. Second point is the the #3 exhaust valve is most likely to be burnt as it sits directly below the oil cooler and gets the least amount of actual cooling. A remote oil cooler mounted outside the engine cooling shroud equalizes the cooling for all 4 cylinders and enhances exhaust valve lifespan. Good luck with this build. Regards, Jeff
Pull the engine,,change heads,add a cam,put on headers,,maybe two carbs,,you'll have a blast,,I had a bunch of the older VWs..man they everywhere,,back in the early 70s,,
There's another youtuber that, not sure if ya heard of them before or not, called Mustie1. He does a bunch of VW engine stuff and other small engine things. Crazy good and might be able to help ya id some stuff and or help with any sourcing you might need to keep that old gal more original. Best of luck with that pricey little beauty.
When you wanna start your old beetle : - cold start : 2 kicks to raise the automatic starter and turn the key without touching the pedal ! - hot start : kick down and turn the key keeping the foot down ! Just a simple tip that can help ;) All my old VW's took me everywhere and in every circumstances / weather ! :D Love your channel and really like following you from ... FRANCE ! :D I miss my old cars ... :'(
I worked for a hotshot mechanic about 40 years ago. He said "these cars are engineered to death!" There was nothing hard about these old VWs. People makes it hard lol foreign old school
They could have engineered the ignition timing setup better - I actually explained the inferior design of the VW ignition timing setup while I filmed this, but cut it for time. It’s actually one of the reasons I’m repulsed by VW and why I have a pertronix distributor in mine that works like an American v8 distributor with dual vacuum & mechanical advance (not to be used with the beetle venturi carb port mind you).
I have one thought to add, the valves on a bug should be adjusted when the engine is stone cold. I usually let mine sit overnight before adjusting the valves. Great job and content.
Glad you're back! Also, excited to see you work on a VW. I have a dune buggy with a lot of blow by and could always use some more knowledge. Thanks for posting.
I love VW's..wish i still had my 69..automatic stickshift it had a dual port engine in it..ran great..would love to have another..they're worth a alot of money..hope you keep this one..I've seen some that would haul ass but they were built..thanks for being here you are appreciated Cheers friend 🍻🍻🍻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Been watching for some time now....but very excited when you pull a car out that I actually have ! Great explanation on the Valve adjust ! That was simple ! Keep at it...I'd love to see a nickel balanced on edge when you're done with her , as I've seen you do on others !!
My old VW-crazy neighbors in Ohio always talked about how easy a rebuild was on these engines, and how quick it was too take the engine out, according to them, somebody like you should be able to do a rebuild on your lunch-break, lol, I guess it was just one of those things they done a whole-lot, and it became real easy for them, now that I think about it, there were several old non-running bugs sitting around there house, and the only VW I ever seen either of them drive was a VW-Rabbit diesel, good-luck Luke!, lol, thanks for sharing.
The teardown is really easy but the rebuild itself is quite tricky. The engine needs to have a straight crankcase so you usually take them to a machine shop to make sure the crank sits straight in the crankcase.
Stoked you're playing with a bug. My first car was a 68' with a Baja kit. Went through 3 steering boxes in less than two years (over sized tires), and at least 2 spark plugs helicoil repairs. It was a fun car though. Won every drag race in the first 100 ft! LoL!
Hi Luke. When I adjust volksie valves, I pop the distributor cover and watch where it points. The firing cylinder has the valves closed. I usually go .004, but without the dog house oil cooler, I adjust cylinder 3 to .006. But never 0 lash. 🤣
Mustie1 or VWnut will be someone to contact for that 1500 single port head. Seems you already have a good wealth of knowledge about these already! Glad I'm not the only young'n who likes these old rust buckets lol
VW's are tough if you are not taking short cuts. I had a 1970 type I, 1580cc flycut to increase compression and burnt a hole in #3 cylinder head doing 85 up the interstate about 80 miles, drove it the rest of the way on 3 cylinders doing 65mph, got to my friends house found a couple of single port heads and a manifold, 4 hours later we had it running again, drove it with those used parts for another 6K. I had lot of fun with that car, it was like an E-ticket at Disney on the trails in Florida.
Hey Luke probably a lot of people have told you get ahold of Jason at 5150mx v w more of course mustie1 they can probably help you out with the parts that you need. Get that old darling back on the road. Many blessings to you and your lady
I also suggested Mustie1 before I seen this comment. Mustie1 has enough parts to build multiple engines from scratch if he would ever want to plus multiple complete engines.
He stated in the past video he won’t ask other youtubers for help because he would rather do it himself than be a sidekick like he was on JYD, mustie1 and 5150 would be huge assets to him in this build but he is too arrogant and prideful to ask for anyone’s help in fear that he will seem like the “side kick” rather than put his pride aside and learn from people with years of experience….
@@ni_wink84 thanks for the reply Nick. But I don't think he would be asking for help he would be asking about Parts is what it was, and I don't think Luke has a problem with that it. As far as jyd I think Luke is a far better mechanic and just got tired all the stupidness going on. But who knows??? To me it sounds like you know these guys personally I don't so I really can't say anything about that other than what I watch on the CZcams channels. But hey everybody makes mistakes you know!
Excellent video Luke :) also get VW fix up and run long time ahead for more years plus miles to ! Also would get that Key ignition switch replacement fix soon before short circuit also fire on electrical too!
Easy VW valve adjust procedure. Turn the engine til the rotor is pointing at the notch in the distributor body, and the crank pulley timing notch for 0 degrees lines up with the case half seam. Adjust both valves on #1. Rotate engine backwards 180 degrees. Adjust both valves on #2. repeat for #3 and #4. This can be done in a matter of minutes.
The point was that anyone can do any engine and not have to know anything else at all with the method I show - not that it’s the fastest, just that you can have zero knowledge of what your working on and do it perfectly every time regardless.
@@ThunderHead289 Yep, you mentioned that point in the video. My post was not trying to tell you how to do it, but to tell your viewers a simple way it can be done on THIS engine layout.
She sure tries to stop me at every leg of this race, but I haven't thrown in the ol' towel just yet.
"Hitler's Revenge" , no doubt a fitting name for a beetle - particularly this one.
Edit: stop telling me to get ahold of Mustie1. I have left him some messages with no response - it’s not like we youtubers just magically have each other’s numbers.
Little fun fact for you to help get some power out of that thing. Put a 4 barrel intake on it (YES they do exist) and possibly a slight larger diameter exhaust along with raising the governor to 6300 rpm. If a similar sized Porsche 356C 4 cylinder can take two 2 barrels, then that probably could. On a side note about 4 cylinder I feel a lot more fortunate about the performance of my Honda in recent weeks.
I have looked forward to each of these Beetle videos lately. Keep em coming!
your making me miss working on my 1974 VW Westfalia camper van I had a few years back 🤣
Luke. You gotta call Mustie1. I bet he has that cylinder head that you need, sitting in his shop somewhere... Would be really cool to see you and him do a video together. Take care young man. Keep up the great work.
Fix the original engine then drop a Subaru motor in it
Hell yeah Luke. I am very happy you decided not to retire from CZcams, your tech and wisdom is unmatched! All the best buddy
Thanks so much, I can't do youtube to the capacity of my younger years, but I try to keep at it when I can! Everything in moderation!
@@ThunderHead289 it’ll pay off eventually you deserve a lot more money than these skited videos . Keep at it dooode ❤️
Second that. Glad to see you still putting out excellent content, even if at a reduced rate.
@@ThunderHead289 You're a good teacher. I'm not even a mechanic and I've learned all sorts of good useful stuff here.
Luke I thought I was pretty good under the hood but I learn from you every time I watch your videos hope to see more soon thanks for the content.
Many years ago, I bought a brand new 67 Beatle for $1711. When I took it into the dealer for its first oil change, I started chatting with the mechanic. He told me a secret. The twin tailpipes are like tiny glass packs. He told me there are a couple of spot welds holding them together. He said drill out the spot welds push out the guts with a broom handle and reinsert the empty pipes. Not only does it sound better, but it also gives you three HP. When you originally only had 53, you really feel the extra three.
also blocking of the carb heat risers gives you a couple hp. A lot of people do it in hot climates, since the carb doesn't really need to be warmed.
Prob. need a bigger main jet. Lean is bad.
@@brianchisnell1548 Drove it like that for a couple more years without any problems.
Luke,
Get a hold of mustie1. He does lots of very stuff. Could possible help with parts,etc. Good luck.
You read my mind I was hoping someone else would say the same thing
I was thinking of the duckman he is always messing with vw's??
Luke you have stayed true to your roots young man. Finding old cars that would not have a chance at a new life and fixing them up expertly. Your explanations are excellent. You have a GREAT personality for this medium also. I enjoy seeing your sweet wife too when she helps out!! Great job on this beautiful old bug. Reminds me of my high school days!
Thank you for such a kind comment
I have to second this comment Luke! Seriously, keep it up and make vidyas as much as you possibly can. Between you, Kevin, Derek and Rich....I have learned so much!! I learned how to swear like a proper gentleman from Peg of course. By the way, love the way your neighbors were popping off a few rounds at the end of this vidya!! 'Merica!
I couldn’t have stated this any better Larry. Nice comment!!
I picked up a 73 superbeetle last summer. It had been sitting in dudes driveway for quiet a few years. Engine was stuck, brake hoses collapsed and lines rotted. Took me a few weeks but, it was well worth the effort, with the first trip up the road.
This will actually be a cool series. VW engine build is a little different.
And super easy. Nearly impossible to mess up.
If you like VW stuff check out Mustie1 on here. He's done multiple VW projects on his channel.
@@benkeysor7576 Yes he's pretty good on the old VW's
Just a tip, there's a guy called Mustie1 who's like the Volkswagen guru, he's always gotten just about every VW ever he's gotten his hands in running :) still great to see you Luke
I started my apprenticeship with VW in 1973. The Beetle (Type 1) is probably the most basic car to work on. The very first thing you check on a car you don't know is the valve adjustment. This must be done on a cold engine! Pre 1971 single port engines were prone to drop a valve on #3 cylinder so valve clearance is critical. The position of the oil cooler partially blocked the air flow to #3. This was addressed with the dual port engines. That was always my first question to a customer, when did you last have the valves adjusted? Usually this was followed by a blank stare. What do you mean? Lots of so called VW experts out there too. Obviously this one has larger issues.
Lack of adjustment or a bad adjustment did this one in, at least the heads. I couldn’t believe it even kind of ran with the valves having zero or even negative lash across the board.
Get ahold mustie1 on here,him or 5150 I'm sure has a set of heads.
Great idea! Sit a 5 gallon jug of gas against the exhaust pipe on a backfiring engine. What could go wrong? LOL Love it!
Me being an aircooled VW mechanic can tell you that there is a much faster way to adjust valves. Simply align crank pulley at TDC and pop de distributor cap off to see whether the rotor is pointing to cyl 1 or cyl 3. Then pop both valve covers off.
If the rotor is pointing to cyl 1, you can go ahead and adjust both valves for cyl 1, intake of cyl 2 and exhaust of cyl 4. If the rotor points to cyl 3, you can adjust both valves for cyl 3, intake of cyl 4 and exhaust of cyl2. In both cases, once done with those valves, spin the engine 1 full turn and adjust the remaining valves.
Luke is a tall drink of water as the old people used to say! Love the videos Luke.
Great video, really enjoyed that delicate rumble of the old air cooled beetle.
Just found your channel. My 13 year old wants a bug for his first car. We found a 67 convertible and bought it. We learned some things from your video. He and i are learning this thing together and its fight us every step.
Thanks for the valve adjustment tips. I look forward to the video series on this little gem. 67 was so unique as the last year for classic overrider bumpers and low back seats but the first year for 12v electrics.
That's it, Luke. Shackle that car's tortured soul to this Earth! Burnt, tired, old and broken: doesn't matter. You have to set an example and keep it on the road so all old VW's will fear you. That's how you gain control. That's how you WIN.
Long time VW guy here. These engines are crazy simple and new heads can be purchased relatively cheap... or try changing the valve guide yourself. Honestly I would keep it close to original as possible. They just run sooo smooth and are very reliable. (Says the guy with a big ol turbo sticking out the decklid)
Your videos have been awesome lately Luke! I dig the change up on the VW. I'm so glad you kept making videos I think the world needs the knowledge you have.
Thanks for such a kind comment! Those seem to be fairly rare lately!
It’s telling you to Make me go faster…..😂😂😂😂. Great work.
Glad to see you working on her again. She deserves to go out for a run when she's feeling better.
Omg I miss mine bought a 74 super beetle 20 go when I moved to Florida wish I still had it
Nice work on previous video showing the generator can be changed without removing engine excited to see it run again been awhile since it's been on the channel Luke awesome Job thanks for the entertainment brother @ThunderHead289
Looks like a nice Beatle. Can't wait to see the tear down videos.
I have forgotten more about these cars than most people knew from the start. The heads are almost always rebuildable (if not cracked) and the guides are a press fit. You can also buy reman heads on line and save the extra effort. One thing I will say is if the mileage is high (over 70k) the new heads will make it use use oil, which means a ring job. At that point you might as well tear it down for new bearings. The Engine was only designed for 100,000 kilometers. (60k miles and change) BTW, that brass nozzle for the accelerator pump needs to be moved so it squirts half way between the side wall and center casting. Just tweak it over with some needle nose pliers. This helps with hesitation. Afterward place a small screwdriver on the flat part of the shoulder and tap it sharply with a small hammer. They are a press fit and prone to falling out if not fully seated.
Very subideal, what a great word!
Can't wait to see the next vidya where you take the head off and make it well again, thanks again for all the great content!
Message Mustie1 on CZcams here. He is a huge VW guy. I'm sure he has the parts you are looking for. Hell, maybe do a collaboration video!
Exactly Mustie1 I think is a genius when it comes to VWs
I was about to recommend the same thing!
5150mxVW is also a vw hoarder and does colabs with mustie1 he might be able to help out.
When Luke says "uh oh" you know it's bad.
Lucky my first bug I bought in '89 that was not running well was just bad timing! Valve lash was the 2nd thing I learned. I've seen some car-azy previous owner stuff! Great vid.
Ladies and gentlemen thats the sound of 68 rip snortin fire breathin horse power right there,,,
Do a Subaru swap. Works really good in those.
Loving this series Luke with the VW. Glad your making vids again. Like the way you show what your thinking and how you execute the fix. Even if your right or wrong , you still show the process of getting to the end goal. Would make a great teacher. Camara shots and editing are spot on. GJ. 😀
Remember the valves needs to be adjusted when the engine is cold, otherwise they won't adjust properly. Also, many VW mechanics put the valves at zero lash. Which means snug rocker to the valve and ensure that when tighten that the pushrod moves. If it isn't moving then the valve is too tight.
Luke, I'm mucho jealous of your Hastings Piston Rings vacuum guage! My Family worked/works there! Still made in Hastings Michigan today in the 100+ year old plant!
In the 60’s those rear bumpers were the best for holding on in the slow and sliding behind a VW in your non tread shoes/boots.
I am vey happy to be subscribed to your channel great videos keep em coming
As always we learned something
Keep it up. Leave it original Luke
Luke, you know that you want to pull the engine and we will happily follow along if you video the experience!!
Love the Old Beetles! I had 6 during my high school and college years. Now, I have a 911 Carrera~~ Got to love 'em! All from 1961 to 1971 year models. Just wish I still had them!
Also, I learned more from "How to keep your VW alive for the Compleat Idiot" than my entire college career!!
I’m sure you’re right 100% good thought very accurate
Pulled many vw engines in my day. When I was in college I had a 1960 that I put a 68 engine in. There are four motor mount bolts to undo, put a come-along up in the rafters of the garage loosen motor mounts lift car up in the air grab the exhaust pipes work them back and forth free engine ,drop jack under engine down pull engine out from under car overhaul and reverse process. Stupid easy. I've done a couple of them in my day course that was 30 years ago but don't be afraid to pull the engine you'll freak out at how quick it goes! Your a smart lad...piece of cake
Yep. Replaced my engine while it was in a parking garage at school. Two of us just lifted the back end of the car off of the old engine and set it aside. Things were easy then!
Thats definitely going to have to come out! Don't even try to run that thing til the head is fixed!! I'm amazed that valve didn't break yet. I've rebuilt tons of these, and NEVER seen one that bad that hadn't already broken and taken out the piston. Looking forward to the rebuild
Do you remember the engine blows at the VW shows?? We still do it now at some shows but it's not like it used to be
I work on cars but just a little to young to have messed with this era . It’s awesome seeing how everything was built especially them valve covers . Thanks man looking forward to this build ❤️🔥
You do know the fan shroud is only held on by two screws one on either end and then by the generator strapped to its stand. We usually just unstrap the generator and loosen the screws, lift up on the fan shroud and pull the generator/ fan assembly out as one. Volkswagen's aren't hard just different. That engine sure is making a noise, maybe valve adjustment or stuck valve. Pre 70s engines have two different valve gaps per intake and exhaust.
Iv snapped a number of those doghouse screws in my day, even after running a torch and PB blaster - I probably should have said that was the reason why I opted to pull it from the front
@@ThunderHead289 I totally hear that, VWs definitely can benefit from a lot of antiseize on everything.
According to the Bentley VW shop manual the gap for both intake/exhaust is .006 for both, at least for '66-.69
@@chrisfreemesser5707 you maybe right. I have a 65' with it's original 1200 and I have to huge vw shop manual for the 1200's, it says .004 for the intake I believe and .006 for the exhaust. But that may have changed for the 1300's. I thought they went to .006 for both beginning with the 1600's... .006 on both won't hurt anything either.
You can check for bad exhaust valves quickly by holding up a piece of paper to the exhaust pipe. The paper will strongly suck against the pipe (will keep "flapping") if the exhaust valve is leaking on intake stroke.
Luke you need a lapel mic. Your audio is all over the place.
As always another FANTASTIC episode. Thanks Luke!!
Luke, you should get hold of ......... just kidding. I did take the time to read the pinned comment; don't think anyone else did though.😂
One thing I can maybe help with: any Beetles I've dealt with here in Scotlad, the oil light has been 𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆, with red for charging. The only green light would be indicators, which sometimes had a light in the cluster, sometimes not. I don't suppose the colour of that wee lamp was top of your list anyway but it's one thing less to worry about.😁
Cheers for now,
Dougie.
That valve adjustment tip was spot on👍
Thanks for sharing Luke
The algorithm recommended this old video to me on AH birthday. Interesting.
really enjoy watching you!
I like your background music. New subscriber here.
Man that's a good looking VW you got it man more VW content although I love the ford stuff also
Great vid man, glad you stayed on youtube.
Thanks, Uncle Luke. This was interesting.
I go nutty on vehicles I'm working on also Luke good video look forward to seeing what you do when you Pull the engine @ThunderHead289
Great video Luke. Love the VW
Funny how the valve covers are held on with a metal arm like brake master cylinders from the 70s but makes sense since it's air cooled Luke @Thunderhead289
You're an awesome friend.
I just try to treat folks the same way I wish I was treated.
That's really a super easy fix. With your experience you should be able to have that engine out in less than 2 hours taking your time. The other issue you could run into our pulled head studs if that is a 10 mm stud case. It's worth it when you remove the engine to have case savers installed
Late to the parade on this one but I do have a couple of ideas that may not have already been covered by someone earlier on in this thread. Back in the day, practically anyone with a screwdriver and a wrench considered himself a VW mechanic. Bad news is many had little to no mechanical ability and sadly inflicted considerable trauma on these beasts.
Pulling the engine in one of these rigs is remarkably easy. Fuel line, throttle linkage, clutch cable, starter cables, ignition wires, 4 bolts and the engine can be wiggled out. We used to do it on a lift at the corner gas station with a 50 gallon steel drum under the car. Lower the car so the weight of the engine is barely on the drum and grab the tail pipes, pull, and wiggle. The engine comes back far enough for the clutch to clear the bell housing, lift the car body up and the engine is sitting on the steel drum. Two young guys can lift the engine and carry it to the work bench for rebuild.
Second point is the the #3 exhaust valve is most likely to be burnt as it sits directly below the oil cooler and gets the least amount of actual cooling. A remote oil cooler mounted outside the engine cooling shroud equalizes the cooling for all 4 cylinders and enhances exhaust valve lifespan.
Good luck with this build.
Regards, Jeff
A man that can fix anything 👍🏼
Awesome content Luke keep the awesome work coming. 🤘🤘🤘🤘
The Carb Genie 😂 good video Luke keep it up
I really enjoyed that music at the start great channel by the way
Keep up the great work 💪
I dig this VW. Looking forward to seeing more of it in future videos.
Pull the engine,,change heads,add a cam,put on headers,,maybe two carbs,,you'll have a blast,,I had a bunch of the older VWs..man they everywhere,,back in the early 70s,,
There's another youtuber that, not sure if ya heard of them before or not, called Mustie1. He does a bunch of VW engine stuff and other small engine things. Crazy good and might be able to help ya id some stuff and or help with any sourcing you might need to keep that old gal more original. Best of luck with that pricey little beauty.
Great stuff.. I’m in.
When you wanna start your old beetle :
- cold start : 2 kicks to raise the automatic starter and turn the key without touching the pedal !
- hot start : kick down and turn the key keeping the foot down !
Just a simple tip that can help ;) All my old VW's took me everywhere and in every circumstances / weather ! :D
Love your channel and really like following you from ... FRANCE ! :D
I miss my old cars ... :'(
Hey Luke 👋 you're the man would love to see a joint project between you and Dylan McCool
Enjoying the bug series. Your videos are first class. Still hoping to see your first Galaxy back on the road.
I worked for a hotshot mechanic about 40 years ago. He said "these cars are engineered to death!" There was nothing hard about these old VWs. People makes it hard lol foreign old school
They could have engineered the ignition timing setup better - I actually explained the inferior design of the VW ignition timing setup while I filmed this, but cut it for time.
It’s actually one of the reasons I’m repulsed by VW and why I have a pertronix distributor in mine that works like an American v8 distributor with dual vacuum & mechanical advance (not to be used with the beetle venturi carb port mind you).
@@ThunderHead289 Have you explained this in another video at some point? I'd like to hear it.
I have one thought to add, the valves on a bug should be adjusted when the engine is stone cold. I usually let mine sit overnight before adjusting the valves. Great job and content.
Delighted that you are keeping at this Beetle. Yep, pull the engine. Keep it as stock as you can.
I agree definitely sounds like it's down a cylinder
Luke, you are the man ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Glad you're back! Also, excited to see you work on a VW. I have a dune buggy with a lot of blow by and could always use some more knowledge. Thanks for posting.
I love VW's..wish i still had my 69..automatic stickshift it had a dual port engine in it..ran great..would love to have another..they're worth a alot of money..hope you keep this one..I've seen some that would haul ass but they were built..thanks for being here you are appreciated Cheers friend 🍻🍻🍻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Been watching for some time now....but very excited when you pull a car out that I actually have ! Great explanation on the Valve adjust ! That was simple ! Keep at it...I'd love to see
a nickel balanced on edge when you're done with her , as I've seen you do on others !!
Excellent attitude. Let's do this!! and don't forget the header pipe...LOL
Great info and look forward to next video. Would love to see you fix the bad valve!!
My old VW-crazy neighbors in Ohio always talked about how easy a rebuild was on these engines, and how quick it was too take the engine out, according to them, somebody like you should be able to do a rebuild on your lunch-break, lol, I guess it was just one of those things they done a whole-lot, and it became real easy for them, now that I think about it, there were several old non-running bugs sitting around there house, and the only VW I ever seen either of them drive was a VW-Rabbit diesel, good-luck Luke!, lol, thanks for sharing.
The teardown is really easy but the rebuild itself is quite tricky. The engine needs to have a straight crankcase so you usually take them to a machine shop to make sure the crank sits straight in the crankcase.
It sounds much better afterwards,Liked vid
Stoked you're playing with a bug.
My first car was a 68' with a Baja kit.
Went through 3 steering boxes in less than two years (over sized tires), and at least 2 spark plugs helicoil repairs. It was a fun car though. Won every drag race in the first 100 ft! LoL!
Hi Luke. When I adjust volksie valves, I pop the distributor cover and watch where it points. The firing cylinder has the valves closed. I usually go .004, but without the dog house oil cooler, I adjust cylinder 3 to .006. But never 0 lash. 🤣
Mustie1 or VWnut will be someone to contact for that 1500 single port head. Seems you already have a good wealth of knowledge about these already! Glad I'm not the only young'n who likes these old rust buckets lol
VW's are tough if you are not taking short cuts.
I had a 1970 type I, 1580cc flycut to increase compression and burnt a hole in #3 cylinder head doing 85 up the interstate about 80 miles, drove it the rest of the way on 3 cylinders doing 65mph, got to my friends house found a couple of single port heads and a manifold, 4 hours later we had it running again, drove it with those used parts for another 6K.
I had lot of fun with that car, it was like an E-ticket at Disney on the trails in Florida.
I've always wanted a beetle.
Even with that bad valve she ran smooth. Incredible change
I wish I was there to rebuild or fix it once you learn to work on it you'll always love it, There really fun off road Too
The song at the end. Sounded awsome.
Hey Luke probably a lot of people have told you get ahold of Jason at 5150mx v w more of course mustie1 they can probably help you out with the parts that you need. Get that old darling back on the road. Many blessings to you and your lady
I also suggested Mustie1 before I seen this comment. Mustie1 has enough parts to build multiple engines from scratch if he would ever want to plus multiple complete engines.
He stated in the past video he won’t ask other youtubers for help because he would rather do it himself than be a sidekick like he was on JYD, mustie1 and 5150 would be huge assets to him in this build but he is too arrogant and prideful to ask for anyone’s help in fear that he will seem like the “side kick” rather than put his pride aside and learn from people with years of experience….
The Duckman VW also knows his stuff..
@@qball1of1 hey thanks cueball I've never actually seen his channel I'll have to check it out
@@ni_wink84 thanks for the reply Nick. But I don't think he would be asking for help he would be asking about Parts is what it was, and I don't think Luke has a problem with that it. As far as jyd I think Luke is a far better mechanic and just got tired all the stupidness going on. But who knows??? To me it sounds like you know these guys personally I don't so I really can't say anything about that other than what I watch on the CZcams channels. But hey everybody makes mistakes you know!
Excellent video Luke :) also get VW fix up and run long time ahead for more years plus miles to ! Also would get that Key ignition switch replacement fix soon before short circuit also fire on electrical too!
Reminds me of my 72 superbeetle I bought for $80 in 1987 when I was in the Army. The engine was shockingly simple to pull.
Easy VW valve adjust procedure.
Turn the engine til the rotor is pointing at the notch in the distributor body, and the crank pulley timing notch for 0 degrees lines up with the case half seam.
Adjust both valves on #1.
Rotate engine backwards 180 degrees. Adjust both valves on #2.
repeat for #3 and #4.
This can be done in a matter of minutes.
The point was that anyone can do any engine and not have to know anything else at all with the method I show - not that it’s the fastest, just that you can have zero knowledge of what your working on and do it perfectly every time regardless.
@@ThunderHead289 Yep, you mentioned that point in the video. My post was not trying to tell you how to do it, but to tell your viewers a simple way it can be done on THIS engine layout.
I named my wife's 65 Beetle Hitler's Revenge as well, every week I was working on that thing !!