Classic VW Beetle BuGs How to Adjust your Valves PT.1 tip Vallone

[@garytoft7415]

Just agreeing with so many others. Thanks a lot for the detailed instructions. I was able to successfully adjust the valve on my '75 bug (dual port 1600cc).

[@classicvwbugs]

Awesome 👍 thank you

[@riceay13]

Thanks so much!!! I'm a noobie myself (just bought a 67') and this video was EXTREMELY helpful! Keep up the good work!

[@darrengiddings8229]

Darren G Thank you for anouther wonderful video. I have come to like your repair and maintenance videos to be at the top of the pack because you always give an explanation of why your are doing a particular job. After 4 decades of British Cars for my hobby I decided to try the ( California market with paperwork provenance ) the 74 Super Beetle that I event tally found here in Canada. I really like your informed work and your accompanying explanations, because to me they are both essential to becoming a good DIY Beetle mechanic. Keep the great videos coming please Chris !

[@classicvwbugs]

Thank you so much 👍

[@andymartinez7583]

Thank you Chris, very informative video. I just purchased a 71' Super beetle so this adjustment was done at a shop by a pro. But this will help me (A Rookie) in the near future when I check the valves next time. Thanks Again.

[@gadget73]

oh man, this brings back memories. Had a 68 and then a 73 Super as my first 2 cars in the late 90s. I was doing almost 3000 miles a month and I was checking the valves every oil change. People said I was nuts for checking the valves so often but that motor ran like a watch.

[@Danoie67]

Chris! Thanks so much for your very informative, step-by-step videos and going slow and easy. I will come up to your shop, I bet it is impressive!

[@HenrikStaib]

very high quality video on this job, very detailed, but I would recomend waiting more than 3 hrs after shutting off the enigne. To be 100% sure, wait to the day after so it's _stone cold_ before adjusteing your valves

[@skunkhollow1]

You are a hero for putting this video out there. Thanks!

[@larrygk1257]

Great quality on the video; great instruction. What the heck else can a guy ask for for free?!

[@dare369]

Nice refresh video when you kick the dust off the bug. Thank you watched this a few times

[@llorensl]

Had a 68 Beetle. A 72 Super Beetle. A 74 van with a Porsche dual carb Porsche engine, and a 76 Beetle with a sun roof and fuel injection. I wish I had them all back.

[@linebacker79]

How come you don’t put the link for video 2 🙂🙈

[@brendamadison7]

I have watched many VW repair tutorials, but Chris, yours are the best. Your instruction videos are informative, clear, and direct; plus it makes me look and sound like I know what I am doing in front of my neighbors LOL. Anyway, thanks a bunch. Oh one question, every time I down shift to 2nd, I grind the gear slightly, is it me or something else? Could be both. Thanks again for your videos. Excellent

[@classicvwbugs]

Funny you should say, I just put out a video on that topic.

[@104324104324]

first good quality footage i have seen of this good job!

[@screamingsvtcobra6220]

Very good video like all the rest of yours. Thank you

[@tinchin1980]

Just wanted to say thanks for all your videos. I finally have my first bug (well, 79 super beetle) and I've used your videos for a lot of maintenance. I wish you lived closer (in MN), I may want to get my cabrio restored. Thinking maybe a resto mod? Not sure for that year if it's a good idea or just stock.

[@VolksStokes]

This video helped me a lot... I got under the hood yesterday & adjusted the valves.. also got that same Permatex... maroon/red gasket sealent... sticky stuff! I got into one major issue though.. the 1st Jamb nut of Cylinder1 is slipping. Not sure how to losen that one. any tips? i did use proper 13mm wrench.. also used lube-spray to losen it...

[@classicvwbugs]

I would look into DVDs by bugmevideo as my source to learn

[@ruskiryan2398]

Nice clear explanation! many thanks Christopher!

[@classicvwbugs]

Yes .006 for both intake and exhaust

[@chairuser4]

Your videos rock,love Bugsssss

[@cameronshaffer8301]

Just to confirm, adjust a 65 with a 1200cc to 008MM intake, 010mm exhaust? That's what I I adjusted mine to

[@classicvwbugs]

Not 65 heads. If you have the square boss inside the head and the short stud, then it is .006 for intake and exhaust.

[@cameronshaffer8301]

@@classicvwbugs ok thanks. I readjusted them

[@classicvwbugs]

It gives you the correct intake of oxygen and the exhaust of carbon gases. If these are not handled correctly, the car will not run efficiently, all this has to be right if you want less wear on the motor. The motor will not perform to its max potential, you can kill it if not maintained.

[@terrybell5147]

By the way, your videos are awesome, thanks man!!!

[@classicvwbugs]

Much appreciated thank you!

[@coolbluelights]

Thanks! got it done. I found some loose valves. the engine has a lot more power now!

[@benchavez395]

Chris, my pulley only turns 160 degrees …why?

[@classicvwbugs]

Whoa, the pulley stops turning? Hmmm, might be something internal.

[@classicvwbugs]

how are the pushrods? Take rocker arm assembly off and make sure they are not bent.

[@jonathanramos626]

Hi Chris! I have a 1600 tl. Can I adjust exhaust to .006 and intake to .004?? A bug mechanic advice me that

[@classicvwbugs]

I would not that is too tight, why would he tell you that? If anything a lil looser (in my experience is better). Maybe like a loose .006 to a snug .007

[@okeroatuhi2025]

Hi chris my timing is 1432 i thort it may hav been my electrics but after elimanating some parts i thort could b dodgey it levs me thinking is it my valves leaking but yea im not sure what do u think. Thanks for getting back to me iv seen all ur shows on resto on vws a big fun of old classic specialy period correct classic ...

[@idlehandsarizona]

What if your 180 on the distributor?

[@VallonesRCHobby]

just always double check that whatever cylinder you are working on that the rockers are not moving.

[@thomascrow8289]

Chris, I have a 1971 Super Beatle convertible having issues with back fire out the back & not running smoothly especially when 1st started in the morning. Need your help & what to check. Thanks Chris

[@classicvwbugs]

Check your timing!

[@thomascrow8289]

Thanks Chris for the help, I will check timing out & let you know how that went. I thought my carburetor needed a cleaning .Thanks again.

[@thomascrow8289]

Hey Chris did what you suggested to check my timing on 71 Super Beatle convertible everything went great until I tried to twist my distributor. It was locked up & would not turn. What now? Thank you.

[@thomascrow8289]

Oh 4got to mention I did loosen my distributor screw, didn't help when I tried to twist. Locked in . Thanks

[@classicvwbugs]

@@thomascrow8289 Check the bracket that holds down the dizzy, may be cocked or not spreading apart in order to take it out.

[@JigglingPandas96Pkm]

Hello Chris! How do you get the engine look so clean and new? I have 1971 bug and would like to have it well taken care of. Thanks!

[@tewodroszemene4039]

Its Amazing Keep it Up

[@احمدحسونة-ب9ز]

You are wonderful my friend Chris I am always following you and follow the instructions from you to my cars thank you very much and wish you progress alwaysقراءة المزيد عرض عناصر أقل رد 1

[@classicvwbugs]

yep

[@Scorchooo]

hi great video! umm when i try to do this my rotor is not pointing the the #1 cylinder. Do you happen to know why that is? Thanks!

[@brittohuizar]

Hey chris i just bought a 65 bug and i dont know much about them. Can you recommend me anybook for starters with everything i need to know about theses bugs. Thank you

[@zaharin4o3]

Thanks!!! My car is a vw beetle 1972!!!

[@fusionisticgaming]

Can you explain what exactly adjusting the valves does? and why its important?

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

Hey Chris my valves on my 1600 I just got we're real tight and I adjusted them and now I'm getn some lifter noise shous I leave them alone or should I thightn them back up a little

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

When it's cold it sounds good

[@ptpoarder]

Are you able to adjust your valves on a split bus without removing the engine and doing the same as the bug and remove the wheels

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

They also have the stock aluminum push rods

[@johnmartin5153]

Chris I have the short style 113905205M distributor from 1968 I believe. I’m using it in a 71 super. Single port. 36 hp. First cylinder on my distributor is where everyone else’s 3rd cylinder is. On the left hand side of the dist if you’re looking at it from the rear of the car. Is this normal?

[@miikeldoomernik8170]

Great video, nice and clear, cheers!

[@douglasodenke3183]

Merry Christmas to you and all your fans. I have a 73 bug with the engine lock. It was parked for over 10 years. Someone told me to shift the to 4th position and push the car within 2 feet to free the engine up. Is that a good idea?

[@boogtv2]

Hi Chris. I have a 79 Convertible Beetle that blows white/blue smoke when I start it up. It lasts only for the initial start up. I read up on the subject and everyone says I need to replace the "valve seals." Do I need to do the valve adjustment you describe here, or replace the oil pressure valves? Apologies in advance if it's a silly question. I'm very new to to working on my own car. Thanks!

[@classicvwbugs]

that is what they should be

[@donk.johnson7346]

how do you know if you are on #1 if you are using an electronic distributor?

[@classicvwbugs]

you have to take the pushrods out to see how they are. They cannot be bent

[@1uptospeed]

i like that rag trick!

[@lifepoint5879]

What would you set them at for a 1131cc engine? Its in a 73 sandrail

[@rosaliepalmerton4592]

What is the color of that Bug behind you on the left side of the video? it looks like a light bluish or green color...?

[@onegreenev]

No permatex. Use Gasgacinch. Better results. Be sure your valve covers are dry and grease free before re-installing them. The gasket sealer on the new gasket on onside to hold in place.

[@classicvwbugs]

what did you adjust them to?

[@wingsonmyback1]

My 1974 bug only gets driven maybe once a month. It was running great till he put an item in the gas tank to tell me how much gas was in tank when driving. I drove it after that and it misses really bad just a steady small miss in all gears. any ideas?

[@unicron24]

My 3rd cylinder intake won’t let me fit a feeler tru, I pulled the screw back and it still won’t let it tru? Is it burnt? Any advice?

[@enoz.j3506]

Sounds like a stretched valve stem,not good,only remedy is a strip down of the head,also check for cracks around the valve seat,if valves are not checked every 3000 miles then problems like this will occure,and its a simple thing to do.Good luck with your bug.

[@joshromero87]

Awesome video

[@1982robby]

Hi Chris, thank you for sharing these videos with us!! I learned so much of your videos and the bug-me-videos. I guess your how-to vids were the spark I needed to restore and take care of my 79 bug. I don't think a weekend goes by without me working on my bug, to the great annoyance of my girlfriend. I don't think she likes you that much, now I think of it.... oh well :-) Anyways, I have a question considering the valve adjustment. In 1 case I just can't change the clearance no mather what I try. I can remove the nut without a problem but the screw-head just doesn't move and seems stuck. I've stopped trying because the screw-head is a bit damaged by now because of using to much force. Any tips to fix this? All the best, Robby from Belgium

[@classicvwbugs]

Hmmm, can you get a set of vice grips on it maybe?

[@1982robby]

Thanks for the tip, Chris! With a vice grip I managed to get screw bolt out. In case someone else is experiencing the same problem, use the vice grip carefully, you could easily damage the thread!

[@gabrieltolentino845]

Hi, I just bought a 1641cc engine with dual carb, I took it to a shop where they had to rewire and put a regulator on it because I had an alternator before now it has a generator, they told me thatI needed a new generator, so I got a new generator, the Idiot light still stays on when starting the car and the generator is not charging. The belt wiggles a lot when the engine is running. The other thing is, the engine has an aftermarket exhaust its back fires and blows out flames. I had my friend drive the beetle while I follow, and I saw that the exhaust was turning red hot while driving on the freeway when he slows down the exhaust cools down, and every time I pressed in the gas theres a loud tapping sound I thing coming from the exhaust but not sure

[@terrybell5147]

Do I need a back flow valve on my fuel pressure gadge to check pressure on 79 VW bug with FI!! I have a new gadge with a release built into it

[@stevehunt3121]

Is there a part 2 video? I did a search and didn't find it.

[@Mr_Wrar]

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[@hignaki]

In the video, you mentioned that this is the "second-most important thing to keep your beetle running...". What's the first most important thing?

[@classicvwbugs]

ah... oil change!

[@hignaki]

Hah, that makes total sense. I thought it would be something less common but "more" important, if you know what I mean.

[@kc28]

does those KAFER brand 009 run well?

[@coolbluelights]

is it safe to adjust the valves to .006 on a 1500cc engine?

[@roastysprouts1004]

Interesting.. I prefer it a little tight than loose ;)

[@mikemalloy1681]

Snap On used to make a tool in an S configuration for that. I used to do my 74 Beetle all the time. However, there was a trick of the trade which I cannot remember exactly any more. It was something like. TDC, then you can adjust 1 & 3. Then rotate X degrees (can remember, but the crank turns twice as fast as the cam (360 deg vs. 720 degrees) and you go to 2 & 4 cylinders and adjust those. Almost one stop shopping, but I can't remember the sequence. Maybe someone else can comment.

[@okeroatuhi2025]

Hay mate i got a prob i have a 64 vw and its popping on one side ive replaced the spark plugs an got new points an leads an its still popping what do you think it is ???????? Any tips would much appreciated thanks...

[@classicvwbugs]

Whats your timing?

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

I actually tried th at .004 but still getn noise but didn't have a noise when it was tight

[@fusionisticgaming]

Is .006 okay for a 1500 single port?

[@edwardchatterton9728]

How do you adjust the jets on a classic vw

[@donivers9454]

tell all to have a good day

[@mrdunniii]

thank you.

[@zackjohnson5697]

Total noob question, which valves are exhaust valves, and which ones are intake?

[@classicvwbugs]

the inner valves, are intake, the outer valves are exhaust.

[@zaharin4o3]

Thanks!!!

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

What should I do

[@Kevinedvardsen]

.006 should be 0.1524 millimetres right?

[@brittohuizar]

Thank you :)

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

At 0.002 they quit make noise what should I do

[@pauldebasco9890]

Its not a bracket, its a bail. How can you see the rockers if your behind the engine turning the crank? How about measuring the gap before you loosen the nuts?

[@thomasgambuti5635]

Hey Chris, you are my last hope, my bug will not start, I've tried everything, points, timing, new carb, new fuel pump,new coil, everything, it just won't start, it's a 1975 super convertible that I had changed over to carburator, please give me some advice, I'm desperately needing to get this car running. Nobody wants to work on these cars, please help. Tom Last hope

[@classicvwbugs]

Do you have spark to the points?

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

There at .006 and it has alot of valve train noise

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

They looked ok

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

I did they are ok

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

They were at a loose o or 1 reall tight

[@classicvwbugs]

thats what you have them at now?? WAY TOO TIGHT. .006 is correct.

[@TimsVideoArchief]

i haz a 73'

[@76Datsunownr]

7:50-8:00 that's what she said

[@bons562]

6k miles lmao who knows what my 1600 miles have

[@classicvwbugs]

haha, and that is not even that clean.

[@anthonymcfarland9674]

.006

[@childrensentertainment7667]

You've only given half the lesson. You left out how to get to BDC and valve number two three and four. BOOOO!

[@classicvwbugs]

Yeah you also forgot this is PART 1! BOO There is another chapter Merlin!

[@okeroatuhi2025]

Hi chris my timing is 1432 i thort it may hav been my electrics but after elimanating some parts i thort could b dodgey it levs me thinking is it my valves leaking but yea im not sure what do u think. Thanks for getting back to me iv seen all ur shows on resto on vws a big fun of old classic specialy period correct classic ...

[@train.sleep.eat.repeat5278]

Hi. Ive a 1968 1500 cc . Wud my valves be set at 0.06..or 0.08? Thanks

[@classicvwbugs]

.06

[@train.sleep.eat.repeat5278]

Thanks buddy, time to check the valves again and back to your video,👌