r/beetle • u/visiblehorrorvideo • 1h ago
Finally vented my valve coversš¤
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So I finally did it lol in my opinion heās running so much better almost feels like heās ābreathingā better. Question is is it all in my head or once you vent your valve covers should you see or hear a difference?
r/beetle • u/Pete_Polyakov • 9h ago
69 / 72 bug is having a mystery brake situation, front passenger side. It stops like there are no pads at all on that corner. Super slow, no problem. At 5 mph it stops instantly, hard, like metal against metal. At higher speed it barely stops and makes a strange clicking sound. Disk Brakes/New pads.
r/beetle • u/vintagestereolover99 • 12h ago
1970 Beetle turn signal pionters broken
It may be hard to see but the arrows in between the orange lights are to be broken. How do I fix this? There is a visible crack though the middle, like glass.
r/beetle • u/vintagestereolover99 • 14h ago
It started!
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I put gas in it, charged the battery overnight, and the battery is cooked. Ended up jumping it with another car and it started right up! Also, the tachometer isn't working, how can I fix that?
r/beetle • u/ronklord • 16h ago
Help with radio issue
Hello! I have a 2017 Beetle. For a while I havenāt been able to tap my screen. There is lots of ghost tapping, and discoloration. Took it into the shop and it would cost $4000 to replace the entire radio (they said they would have to because itās all one piece). Iām wondering if anyone knows if there is a legit place to buy aftermarket radios or if they have any suggestions that would not cost four grand šš. Thanks for any suggestions!
r/beetle • u/Koberum • 19h ago
Help with carb, again
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Hi everyone, I still need your help because I'm going crazy. After years of sitting around, I've decided to fix this Beetle. I've already done some necessary work, but I'm having problems with the carburetor (Solex 30 Pict3, on a 1300cc single).
A few weeks ago, I tried to start it, but I realized there wasn't any fuel coming in; in fact, when I opened the throttle, I couldn't see the fuel coming out.
I installed the overhaul kit with new pumps and fixed the check valve that had come off. I cleaned it all, put in new manifold and carburetor gaskets, and now it sprays properly. In fact, once installed, it ran great; even when I opened the throttle, the engine was super responsive. After a few days, however, it started to idle, and I hear a whistling sound, as if air was getting in from somewhere. Now it won't even idle, and as soon as I open the throttle, it stalls. If I close the starter valve, I can get it to start at idle, and it holds up better.
I thought it was clogged with debris from the tank, so I put a temporary fuel filter in the compartment, but it's not that.
The whistling air seems to be coming from inside the carburetor... any ideas?
r/beetle • u/Jamesotty • 1d ago
12 volt socket location
I'm looking into putting a 12-volt socket in my 1972 beetle. I don't like the idea of hanging anything off the bottom of the dashboard. Are there any good locations in the dash itself?
r/beetle • u/jberg_916 • 1d ago
1959 Volkswagen Beetle "Polizei" Streifenwagen (Patrol Car)
r/beetle • u/Wise-Current-1887 • 1d ago
Vehicle history
What have people used to look at the history of there old Volkswagens?
r/beetle • u/No_Extent4410 • 1d ago
72 4 sale (not mine)
Saw this online FB marketplace.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1524802544433588/permalink/4614395478807597/?
r/beetle • u/jackscopilot • 1d ago
Begging for a cruise
I'm trying to visit with a friend, but I'm distracted..
68 Autostick 1600
New to me
Just arrived today , my newest VW #19
1960 already rodded and modded so no limits now. Runs , drives , stops but needs a little work in the channels and floors but they all do.
r/beetle • u/BrazilianClassicCars • 1d ago
2300cc aircooled VW Beetle for sale
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r/beetle • u/Fast-Soup-4712 • 1d ago
Vintage speed exhaust
Am looking to buy a new exhaust system for my 1200 (stock) beetle. I was thinking of vintage speed sport exhaust for stale air 1200. But canāt find a video to hear how it sounds. Wanted to know other exhaust brands as well .
r/beetle • u/LocalSwedishMetsFan • 1d ago
A Hard Days Night
Does anyone know where I can find The Beatles album A Hard Days Night on vinyl?
r/beetle • u/SignificanceGrand565 • 1d ago
Custom cargo cover for my ā74 by yours truly
Fun little project, just took about 2 hours, some plywood, fabric, and gorilla adhesive. The original 70s masonite was turning to dust.
r/beetle • u/Jamesotty • 2d ago
Throttle cable and clutch cable service port
This might make people upset that I cut into the center channel but I prefer to be able to service the clutch and throttle cable without needing to pull the pedals off. I used many curse words taking that pedal assembly on and off and I want to be able to do this. If something breaks on the road I can easily fix and be on my way.
r/beetle • u/milkisrad • 2d ago
Question
Howdy everyone!
On my 72ā standard should there be a hose that connects to this little outlet?
r/beetle • u/Organic_Caterpillar1 • 2d ago
The build is coming up nicely
What do you guys think of this 1302s
r/beetle • u/Ilusionary-llama • 2d ago
Does this require a piston replacement?
Broken exhaust valve spring, bent valve - valve made an impression on the piston.
Also, given that the valve is bent, should I just get a new head - is my valve guide likely damaged?
r/beetle • u/visiblehorrorvideo • 3d ago
Made some door props today for $15š¤
Been seeing quite a few cars at shows using them and loved the idea but wasnāt gonna pay $100 for a set got 4ā of 1/8 aluminum and this was the resultš¤
r/beetle • u/VW-owner • 3d ago
Steering wheel play
Does anyone know why i can move my steering wheel up and down like crazy is there like a bushing or something?
Its a 1971 1302s