JBugs - 1967 VW Beetle - Heater Box Installation

[@harijo4958]

These guys make every single step look way easier than it actually is. This is somewhat of a pain.

[@Sam_Mebane]

A lot of things are hard until you know how. Like most tasks on a car, one side you learn the process, and the other side takes half the time once you know what to do. If you do the jobs often enough, they have a tendency to be much easier.

[@guitarheromar]

As someone who's new to vw bugs, and who's currently restoring one, it's such a relief to see this video. The inactivity over the past 3 months had me nervous this channel was being abandoned. Despite the many resources for vw owners, none are as clear and detailed as the videos on this channel. Hope the videos keep coming.

[@juanduran5614]

excelente video gracias por compartir ¡¡

[@Sam_Mebane]

¡El placer es nuestro!

[@gregoryschwarz2730]

You made removing the j tubes looks so easy. 🤣 I’m hoping I don’t break an exhaust stud.

[@Sam_Mebane]

Been there, done that! A little heat can help if you feel like it's getting to that point. If you don't have a heat source (propane or map gas torch, etc) start up the engine (if it runs) and let it warm up a bit. Sure, working on a hot exhaust requires a bit more caution but NOT breaking an exhaust stud off in the head is worth it if need be.

[@gregoryschwarz2730]

@@Sam_Mebane thank you for the tips!

[@trevcessna1723]

Excellent video, now I know exactly how they should be connected, thanks?

[@elmasheti]

flawless...

[@jrlopez4585]

Hello and Blessings to you all ... I just purchased a 1966 Beetle and have started restoration, I'm very new to this and at the same time learning and watching JBugs videos , great job !! Now I live in Florida and the "Heater Channels" and shut, broken and rusty and poorly welded to Floor pans, so My thoughts are to change both Heater Channels and Floor Pans . Now do I really need the replacement kit shown cause the weather in Florida is mostly hot or rains but it doesn't drop in temperature often and as much. The vehicle does not have any connection whatsoever Word of advise and guidance will certainly be appreciated, Thanks JR.- .

[@Sam_Mebane]

We covered removing and replacing the heater channel on our 1971 Super Beetle project a couple of years ago starting in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/roPblWWda7KIn5I Hopefully that helps a bit!

[@TotalInsanity4]

Is it possible to run a custom exhaust with the stock carburetor air intake on a 72+ Super? I can't find any diagrams/videos that show how the preheat hose would be attached.

[@Sam_Mebane]

The installation is the same as we show here.

[@FallyFire]

Hey Jbugs, you guys are awesome. I'm watching this to remove my heat exchanger but I've kind of hit a snag. I can't remove the one that's on there on the passenger side as its completely rusted to the exhaust ports on the cyl. head. Do you have any tips? It seems like it separated a little bit from the heat exchanger itself so when I move it, the entire heat exchanger moves, except the flange part of it... And help appreciated!!

[@Sam_Mebane]

The exhaust pipe, tube, exchanger, etc are all steel. The head is aluminum so the exhaust flange can't really be rusted to the head, the studs, maybe a little, but not the head. If the nuts are removed, just use a little more force (hammer, pry bar, etc) to get the heat exchanger free from the head.

[@TyJoyZee]

which side do you usually have to cut approx. 4" off those black heater bellows hoses? driver or passenger side? I also see you didn't use or need those round rubber like 'seals' that can go on either end. Did you just get lucky & all the ends matched up perfectly & just needed a clamp on each end? LOL

[@JBugsVWParts]

BOTH hoses were shortened, but don’t cut anything until you verify the length your situation needs. Different engines, heater boxes and chassis can change the length of the hose needed. The rubber boots aren’t typically needed with the replacement hoses, but always verify the diameter of the outlet on the heater box and the inlet on the car before tossing them.

[@tylerallison9636]

@@JBugsVWParts do you guys sell the rubber boots?

[@kg7yts187]

so... I am actually removing heater boxes and installing jtubes... how do I keep bugs from getting into my bug through the heater channels?

[@JBugsVWParts]

Caps can certainly be made to cover the holes. To our knowledge there are no parts available off the shelf for this modification, however fabricating some sort of cover is a good idea. We have seen people do things as simple as zip-tying a screen over the hole, we have seen others go to the extent of cutting circular sheet metal plates and welding them in place. This ultimately is determined by just how permanent you wish the modification to be.

[@trentonkilgore8661]

Hello JBUGS, I am looking to put an aftermarket exhaust and/or headers on my 69 Bug while retaining my stock heater boxes or a pair of your heavy duty heater boxes. How can I tell if the exhaust will require me to modify my heater boxes or the exhaust in order to get them to fit? And what modifications should I expect to make?

[@JBugsVWParts]

Hello Trenton! We have an article on our website that may answer all of your questions about modifying your exhaust system, although it may not be specific to your year vehicle (www.jbugs.com/VW-Tech-Article-Beetle-Performance-Exhaust-Systems.html). Feel free to call us at 1-800-231-1784 and speak with one of out techs with any questions you may have.

[@TheRedOfficeChair]

Hi, I am trying to decide what to do with my return spring. My heater box doesn't have the hole to attach spring to it and the tinware doesn't have the provisions for it either. Would drilling a hole be sufficient? What do you think I should do? Thanks

[@JBugsVWParts]

+Amar Azad If the heater box has the internal spring, then the spring on the lever is not needed. If not, with the heater box installed in the car, look under the body for a possible mounting point for a return spring. In a last case scenario, the box itself could be drilled for a spring, though not ideal as it could lead to premature rust and a less effective heater box with additional holes.

[@PoubelleKansas]

Can you speak faster? LOL. Sheesh.

[@Sam_Mebane]

I could...but then the slower gear settings that change the playback speed wouldn't help!