Stranded! VW Classic Beetle Roadside Diagnostic (1969)

[@AutoDIYdactic]

Seriously, this one, single real-time troubleshooting video is better than 99% of the how-to videos on youtube.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Aw. Thanks.

[@BourneAccident]

Okay... this is an awesome video. I used to run two mechanics garages in my younger days. Many years have passed and I am currently getting back into it. But what do I find today? Computer technicians with absolutely no diagnostic abilities. If the OBD scan doesn't tell you what's wrong, then they can't help you. This video is the perfect example of old school troubleshooting. It takes real talent to crawl down that rabbit hole and properly analyze the causes of mechanical problems. Great freakin' job. I just love this video. Thanks so much for making it.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Wow! Thanks! Yeah, couldn't find the OBDII port anywhere on that thing...

[@Kingstonsmac]

Couldn't have said it better. So impressive!! Jealous of the skills she has!

[@bobdunlap9347]

I obtained a 1957 Porsche 356B in Spring 1958 when I was in the Army in Germany. I took the train from Nurnberg to Stuttgart to pickup the car. When I returned to Seattle in 1960 I had to sell the car in order to finish my college degree at the University of Washington.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Wouldn't that have been a 356A car with beehive tail lights? Also UW is my parents Alma Mater. In fact, Miss Eva, our 356 is from Seattle. We have a four part series on the 356 from a few years ago. Heidi

[@seanwashere]

This was a fun watch! Very relatable for when you get stuck, the things we check for. Learned a lot about the fuel pumps on this video thanks.

[@brianhenry2134]

That is a problem with the fuel pump rods as there are too sizes, one for the generator and one for the alternator. Also when I install a mechanical fuel pump I put some wheel bearing grease under the fuel pump were the rod meets the pump arm. Great channel keep it up.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks Brian, welcome to the channel! Franny

[@arielshtern4125]

Need more videos like this one, shows you the proper way of diagnosing problems in uncomfortable conditions and with minimal set of tools.

[@Thrakall]

Man the joys of older cars which you can actual tinker with them on the side of the road to get them home. Always made some of my greatest adventures recovering from some failure on the fly just to get to some destination. Thank you for the detailed diagnosis. Fantastic information.

[@HeidiandFranny]

It is a fun challenge. Better when it is daytime, warm, and dry. The deer were fun too :)

[@haendel2004]

Great job! I think that the most important tool you demonstrated was the logical reasoning for isolating the problem and follow a logical order to troubleshoot it. Thank you for sharing that.

[@HeidiandFranny]

It was so great to have Jerry and Heidi dealing with the environment so I could sit and think a bit :)

[@harolddalesr8365]

Very good. I like the way u Don,t give up.

[@marcelotonella]

Aos rastrelos que chegarem a esse video: percebam a calma da Franny no diagnóstico de um problema, e a linha de raciocinio clara que usou para descobrir o problema - mais do que isso, o comprimetimento em compartilhar todos esses detalhes! O MÍNIMO que voce pode fazer é deixar um joinha !

[@ittamodotta]

"Joinha" added!

[@guga192]

Lembrei daquele vídeo do Quindin, onde houve uma abordagem semelhante...

[@ANDRE-VW]

Com certeza deixei o like, já passei por problemas sérios com bomba de gasolina dos motores 1200 e tive a ajuda de muitos amigos dando conselhos que me levaram a solução.

[@judymedina6549]

I marvel at Franny’s patience and mechanical genius. Another outstanding video! Thanks for posting.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Judy you were more than patience waiting as I pulled this and that. Jerry was an absolute joy to work with and the best at running interference for all the extremely nice folks who stopped by to help. You two (well, three) are the best! Franny

[@christiegroves]

Fascinating, thank you. I have a March of 1970 VW Beetle w/ Sunroof, same color as Lemon Drop, Yukon Gold. His name is "The Omen." Long story had one when I was 16 got it on my Birthday two years later when I was 18 it caught fire on my Birthday. So for my 50th, this last August I bought myself, Omen.

[@marcelotonella]

Great video, Franny! A real time troubleshooting, a challenge when we are far from home. The brazilian beetles share the same fuel pump, rod pump, and bakelite flange for either generator or alternator engines. the pump rod must be 8mm ( 5/16) at its lowest point and 13mm ( 1/2) at the highest point. If you don't reach that mark, you shoud stack 2 or 3 paper gaskets if the height is more than 1/2 inch, or you should sand the surface of the flange a little bit if you don't reach the max 1/2 inch. Besides, the low quality pumps we find here today sometimes call for a "finetuning" in the pump rod height. A little height, your engine will work fine until you reach a highway or put some load on the engine. Too much height and the pressure goes up, overcomes the needle valve/ float pressure on the carburetor, thus altering all the metering until you have a dripping carburetor. Congratulations on your work, we love those real troubleshotings! By far the best videos about vws in english!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks you so much Marcelo! Thanks for the specifics on the pumps and rod heights. That is very helpful :) It did have me scratching my head a bit, but after a bit of research on the different pumps, I was able to piece together what happened. One thing I didn't mention was that after the service I upped the main jet from a 120 to 132 to try and correct a low speed stumble under load. That helped a lot (along with a degree more advance), but I bet then the pump could no longer keep up. Thank you for your comment! Wonderful to hear from the Teacher :) Franny

[@marcelotonella]

No way! YOU are the teacher here!

[@jdblack9703]

You’ll are great! The example of how to do problem analysis is priceless. Thank you.

[@baritonebynight]

I've been stranded three times in the last year in my '78! Once the points went back, next the fuel pump and the the injector! Expensive little thing...but I love him.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Sorry to hear that. Sounds like you will have it sorted soon and I bet it will not let you down anymore :)

[@27yearcoach]

I replaced my fuel pump on my 73 SB and the previous owner had put so much grease in the bottom of the pump for the actuator arm that the grease worked its way up and started to dirty-up the diaphragm and put grease into the fuel stream. My lesson; yes, use grease to lube the rod but don't overdue it.

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

Good idea to put some grease on both ends of that rod. It helps control wear on the pump and cam....

[@jeffreyhickey4856]

WOW! What an amazing roadside diagnosis! Forget McGiver... It was McFranny and McHeidi to the rescue! In addition to your mechanical expertise, I marveled at your "can do" attitude and calm demeanor throughout this whole frustrating situation! Marvelous job! Thank you for another awesome vid!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Yea! Thanks! Franny

[@brianwassup9451]

You are just one knowledgeable VW bug guru specialist and yes a female which actually really makes you a rare VW bug specialist. You have certainly taught me a lot I almost feel like I know you. Thank you for always explaining what is going through your mind while working on your bugs. Bravo Zulu to you

[@malkucken]

Just subscribed. Awesome video. I can see you do a whole series of troubleshooting videos! There’s a big VW crowd out here that needs you!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Welcome and Thanks! There is a follow up where I replace the pump and such. They are really fun cars to work on!

[@vdubjunkie]

I had the exact same problem years ago. My fuel pump rod became worn, and the behavior was identical. Fun learning opportunity there.

[@Kohlphoto1]

Great roadside repair! I have moved my fuel filter on the other side of the firewall to help save my car from another fire. Fire happened because the fuel line I bought from the Irish sounding auto parts store which said “fuel” on it turned to goo in three months and leaked out on my hot engine. I went back to a dedicated VW parts supplier for an original woven style line. The line had turned to goo on the transmission side as well. Thanks to a chef who ran out with an extinguisher and saved my bug. Mine had lost it’s pressure. So always check your extinguisher, bugs are too precious to loose in a fire. Excellent Production. Learned many thing about tune up’s from you. And I’ve been doing mine for 35 years.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Awesome!

[@drewlancaster3281]

My 63’ , 40 hp had a problem where the pushrod would hang in the sleeve and the car would stall especially if it was a hot engine, about 10 miles down the road. The solution was to ream out the sleeve with a rat tail file so there was clearance for the pushrod. I figured this out on my own without a mechanic. The Complete Idiots Guide was invaluable. I miss that black bug!

[@RogueBlackheart]

THIS is what I try to impress on new mechanics: 1. Perseverence(sp?) is the key to actually fixing something. Lots of people, mostly guys would just throw up their hands and walk away, makes a person look stupid and I HATE for a machine to make me look stupid! 2. The cause of a problem is very rarely just one reason, just because you find one problem and repair that, doesnt mean you are home-free. 3. Charge LOTS more if someone else worked on it first! You done good! You stuck with the problem until you got it fixed for real.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks!

[@RogueBlackheart]

You are most welcome nice lady!

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

I'm getting a 71 Super Beetle Convertible ready to sell for a very close friend who is the second owner. Were having the same issue after he had someone put a new pump on it back in 2007. The car never ran right so he parked it. Now I'm task at getting it running and after a couple attempts it felt like it was running out of fuel. But he insisted a new pump was installed. I bet...and wonder. This is a great video for saving you from going crazy wondering what was done. With these cars you've got to play detective sometimes. I must admit that when I first saw one of your videos I said "right like she would know". Those words went great with what I had for lunch. You have more than earned my subscribing to your channel thanks.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much! I think I need to work on my image a bit ;)

[@blanchemiguelwalde7957]

I know this video is like 3 years old now. I'm actually 24, I own a '68 bug. My dad thought me some of the basic diagnosis of an engine for the beetle. And watching your videos actually deepen my knowledge in case I get stranded on the road. Thank you so much!!! Hope you keep making videos!!!

[@okwhatever2995]

It was nice, because you showed the whole trouble shooting process!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks!

[@skywalkercorp]

I know to check the last thing worked on. I’m thankful lemon drop didn’t catch on fire.

[@18echosf]

Franny, you are one heck of a mechanic! I am super impressed with how you analyze the problems confronting you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Heidi.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much!!

[@panikkos86]

Amazing job to get that sorted on the side of the road ! Also the beetle engine is so simple and straight forward that makes you wonder sometimes if all this technology on newer cars would even allow you to get it started if something similar happened to a modern car

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks! I suppose you would need a laptop and Durametrics in that tool bag ;) Oh, and a few relays, fuses, and computer modules...

[@garyseefeld620]

This was aggravating to watch. When the previous owner first combined the alternator pump with the long pushrod, I can guarantee that the hard plastic guide for the pushrod broke. That's the reason for the pushrod movement problem. I waited and waited for you to pull the plastic block. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Yup... Always fun to step into the middle of someone else's work and try to figure out what the heck. I did a later video replacing the pump and testing. Jerry (the owner and gentleman in the video) says the car is running great now. The tune was interesting on the car and the jets in the carb were way too small. It took a bit to get this all happy again.

[@crusinscamp]

Very clever. Respect for figuring out that one on the side of the road. Scrounging up a temporary fix was the cherry on top.

[@alessandrocosta79]

Now there are two vw's that my 6 year old daughter loves .. the "Quindim" (from the Marcelo Tonella´s channel) and the "Lemon Drop". Hugs from my daughter Julia, my and Brazil.

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Alessandro Costa I went and checked out Marcelo’s video on the yellow beetle Quindim. It is very cute and what is not to love! I also noticed that Quindim looks like a fancy dessert from Brazil. I learned something new. As far as the name Lemon Drop goes, I had a bit to do with that adorable car’s name. I used to have a cockatiel that had yellow checks and not orange ones, so we named her lemon drop, after the candy. I suggested the name to Judy. She loved it and it has stuck with her beetle. She will make special appearances on our channel now and then. Hugs to your little girl Julia. You must show her Miss Eva as well. She even has her own story and following. There are several videos about Miss Eva’s story. Heidi

[@alvarocalvo6699]

I'm gonna keep this video at hand whenever I get my bug and swap the generator for an alternator. Great stuff to know!

[@Procooktip]

I pick up my new to me1969 beetle on Saturday killer condition!! It’s an amazing find! .

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

Just got around to this one. Fantastic work showing your systematic diagnostic process, and then coming up with a fix on the fly. Great work.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks Jeff! I learned a lot about VW fuel pumps! I hope to finish up the work on this car this weekend. Oh, Congrats on your 911 in four minutes video! That is super fun and so awesome it got great traction! Franny

[@Frankencougie]

Gearing up (pun intended) to help and buddy on a VW build looking for a refresher and landed hear and enjoyed your video. I got stuck in a toll booth in my first car (Datsun B210) while on the way to the beach. I had my GF crank it over while I looked to see what the problem was and I noticed the coil arcing due to the encrusted oil... I used tape head cleaner I had in the glove box to degrease and away we went!

[@KobusBreed]

While driving many VW Beetles over many years, within the first few seconds I could hear the engine is not getting fuel. The first thing I would have done is to check if there is sufficient fuel in the tank, you don't want to do all the troubleshooting to find out at the end there is no fuel in the tank. Greetings from South Africa.

[@PhilUKNet]

Great diagnosis! Also nice to see some Colorado wildlife. I visited Co Sprgs several times in the 80's and 90's. It's a beautiful part of the world, but I don't know whether I'll ever see it again 🙁 You two have an enviable lifestyle!

[@bux49]

I never put the fuel filter in the engine room. I place the fuel filter before the firewall.

[@jamescalifornia2964]

That goofy after-market fancy fuel pump. Stay with old original. 👍☺ _( looks good just like my '71 SuperBeetle )_

[@georgelambesis5461]

George here. Had a similar problem. Driving a '71 VW camper and notice a oil temp rise over time. One hot day while traveling we stopped at a DQ and tried to start the VW. It started then stopped. It was 90 degrees outside temp. My answer ah vapor lock. Went into a grocery store and got some cold lemons, split them and put them over the fuel line to condense the gas vapor to liquid. It worked,but not long after. The fuel pump rod was to short. The tip that rides on the dizzy cam was not tempered. The fix, I took a piece of my leather belt and stuff it between the pump and rod to add the difference. Ah ha, it work, oil temp went down and we went on our way. I got another stock rod from a VW supplier shipped to the motel and fix it. Go thing, did not want to loose my belt or my pants would not stay up. Ha Ha

[@williambaldwin2145]

Great video! I owned a 71 super beetle in high school in the mid eighties and loved the car. I foolishly traded my dad for his 73 Chevy pickup with ice cold air conditioning. He loved the little bug as much as I did. He traded it in on a new Ford Ranger a few years later. I have kicked my own butt for years for not keeping that car. Now I'm on the hunt for another 72 or 71 super beetle. Wish me luck... May the VW gods forgive me.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Good luck in your hunt! If you want something really special, check out Chris Valone's "Build a Bug" program. He does beautiful work.

[@williambaldwin2145]

I've seen several of his videos and they're good, also. Seems like a real nice young man. Am I old enough to say that?!? Well, he really does seem to be a nice young man. Keep up the good work with your videos.

[@ianbrown9082]

Love to see you add an 50's/60's Beetle Cabrio or Splitscreen Bus to your collection.

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Ian Brown Yeah, we would love that. My folks had a 1969 Bus (not splitscreen)and I was so upset about them getting rid of it for a dodge van! Maybe someday. Heidi

[@DavidHudgens]

Frannie, I have learned so much from just watching 3 of your videos. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@RichieRich845]

23:06 The grin of VICTORY

[@BugMania]

Great diagnostic, Franny! One more lesson learned about lack of compatibility of fuel pump for generator x alternator. Best regards from China, Alex.

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Alex A Castro thanks Alex. Welcome to our channel. Best regards from the US!

[@guilhermetopografo9562]

Great way to solve the VW problem, Congratulations!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much!

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

Come to think of it when I was in Germany back in '73 a local VW expert (everyone in Germany is a VW expert) showed me how to adjust the height of my fuel pump to get maximum fuel pressure by stacking gaskets. I was amazed at how a gasket changed the fuel pressure. I've owned a haft dozen bugs, they are so easy to fix and so easy to catch on fire. 90% of all my fires (6) have been from the pressed in fitting coming out of the carburetor. So thinking about it now maybe by increasing the fuel pressure too much over rode the spring the the fuel just hydraulic the fitting out...and that's why all my cars and trucks have fire extinguishers now..

[@HeidiandFranny]

Absolutely and that same tube let go in this car too... Super scary!

[@58Repairables]

Great channel, just subscribed! I just bought a '71 Super in Phoenix and drove it to Wisconsin at the end of July (2019). The guy I bought it from said he'd drive it across country and I trusted him. It actually made it and only broke once - in the mountains of Arizona. The coil wire (of all things) was arcing to the negative terminal on the coil. So, I swapped the ends around and voila, it went the rest of the way home with minimal issues. In fact, I averaged 31.7 mpg! One thing that did have me concerned was the flooding it would do when stopped for refueling. So, when I arrived home and got some rest, I took the carburetor apart and found a piece of hose material in the needle/seat. This problem is typically caused by putting old hoses back on the fittings. The guy I bought if from said he put a larger jet in it so it would run cooler in Phoenix which is understandable. Upon disassembly, I noticed that it has a 130 jet, but it seems to run a bit fat (rich) at idle and I cannot get it to idle smooth. I didn't actually measure the jet and it could have been drilled out, I don't know. It's a 34PICT-3 and yes I adjusted the mixture and air bleed properly. So, I welcome your thoughts on whether or not you think it may be the main jet, or possibly something else. Maybe float setting/position?

[@tonys9413]

Heidi, Franny, great video! My first car was a 1951 bug (bought it in 1966); this brings back amazing memories fixing that car. Your current diagnostic demonstration is absolutely outstanding!!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks Tony!

[@freerkderuiter8822]

Great video! You should run the Porsche's slogan that's on the collar: Heidi and Franny's Garage, there is no substitute :)

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Freerk de Ruiter that’s great! Glad you think so!

[@Skizze37]

Excellent video, I'm just a young cat, so seeing how experienced and knowledgeable people run through diagnostics is a real treat. This channel is a boon of knowledge!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks!!

[@pacificovw9522]

Yes, always get the kit, for either the Generator or Alternator. And if you save your spare change, buy an electric pump and keep it with the car as an emergency pump, just to get you home.

[@robertsmith815]

You are amazing----Good job

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much!!

[@augiedogie88]

Had a problem with a mustang drove me nuts dove for a will then it would stop then it would start again. Finally found out it was a fine mesh filter in the gas tank what a bad place to put a filter I removed it and put an inline in. Love your show.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Those little things can drive you nuts! Great find! The 356 has a similar filter as does the 3.2 Carrera.

[@zmanvideo1]

excellent roadside diagnosing!!!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much!

[@bingbonk]

I've experienced the fuel pump actuation rod (or whatever it's called) length issue with my 1973 VW Thing dual port 1600 cc engine with new fuel pump. It took a few tries to get it right.

[@secoff1]

That was impressive work.I just stumbled across your channel.Quite impressed. Heres a pro tip on fuel pump-if you lose the rod that holds the pump lever in the fuel pump you can use your dipstick to poke through there to get you home.Don't forget though to cover up fuel stick hole.

[@HeidiandFranny]

Huh... Never thought of that!

[@markbaldwin4436]

What a great video and explanation! Fascinating!

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Mark Baldwin thanks!

[@ghaniabid]

Franny, you are a genius. Loved the video, these trouble shooting style videos are so watchable. I have a 1974 VW Beetle and after watching this I think I have the exact same problem. I bought my 74' bug of a guy who had put in an electric fuel pump and lots of other modern mods. I decided I wanted the engine as original as it could get so I had my bug overhauled replacing items like the air filter for the oil pan filter. One of the other items was to return to a mechanical fuel pump like the one on Jerry's car. It wasn't soon after all this work that I had the problem of the car just not starting. My remedy was a little different.I found the carburettor filled with fuel and after taking the carburettor jet out and blowing it through the car started.. with a lot of cranking and its still the case today. If I don't drive the car for over a day its really hard to start the car again I have to crank and press the accelerator a lot to eventually get fuel into the carb and have it run. When it does start to run, it runs well enough but does if I leave it on idle it sometimes choke out. You've got me thinking that maybe I should check the push rod. I'm going to check out your video on replacing a classic VW Beetle fuel pump.

[@danielvieirainacio9872]

parabens franny ,trabalho em uma auto peças e vejo como essas bombas dao problemas, mesmo as originais que nao sao feitas mais com tanto esmero ,fora os baquelites .

[@HeidiandFranny]

Obrigado! Essas peças de reposição podem ser realmente difíceis de diagnosticar. Neste caso, muitas partes de diferentes anos agravaram o problema.

[@powderloca]

Great videos! You are a good teacher! Thank you!

[@molmeister2000]

Absolutely love this vid! Soooooooooooo realistic - nothing excluded, it is was it is. Great job with the diagnosis and innovative use of the rubber tip! I was wondering how you could lengthy a short rod! Brilliant

[@ittamodotta]

Great video Franny! I laughed for the question marks. Not from doubt, but from your humor at put question mark.

[@HeidiandFranny]

It is funny... You know there must be a logical explanation, but... :)

[@fossmoss798]

Wow!- real-time detective work that had me on the edge of my stool! The clarifying texts etc. that aid in understanding the particular problem are a nice touch. I'm impressed with both the content and the presentation. Again, don't stop your good videos.

[@HeidiandFranny]

I might have another opportunity soon. Jerry's son in law has a '67 that won't run. Sounds like fun!!

[@nickh1933]

I absolutely LOVE the intro music to this video. One of my favorite piano pieces and also from my favorite movie Five Easy Pieces. Anyways, Franny to the rescue again, the world needs more Frannys!! Great video as always and glad to see the subscribers growing. Hope to see you guys soon. Happy Thanksgiving!!! - Nick and Rikki.

[@HeidiandFranny]

That Chopin was perfect. I needed something longing and that hit the mark. I wish we had some slo-mo of Lemon driving off, but there was a stupid car horn alarm going off so we didn't film. Should have... I wouldn't have needed the sound :( Happy Thanksgiving to you too! Franny

[@movingpicturesbruce]

As always, a great and informative video! You two are the best of KZbin! One thing wrong I noticed. Not with your work or the fuel pump but with the convertible top. It has been put down wrong. I own a 68 Beetle convertible, I have wowed other countless owners with this little bit of knowledge over my 45 years of ownership. When putting the top down on pre-73 VW Beetle convertibles, once the top is vertical before you push it fully backwards pull/push the material, that's the headliner, the padding and the top rearward to clear it all from of the folding mechanicals. Once it's all been pushed back the top will lay flat and you will gain about 40% more vision out of your rearview mirror. I didn't make this trick up. It's actually in the owners manual but who ever reads an owners manual. Do this and you will be amazed. Also when this is done you'll find a hook on each side of the top mechanism that you never noticed before that holds the now folded top in place. Pull the hook back and look closely you'll find a little tab above it that the hook grabs, you'll have to mash the top down maybe another half inch for the the two to meet and mate.

[@HeidiandFranny]

It is not our car and I think there was an issue with his top. Thanks for the info.

[@kowaltoboggan]

Great problem and rootcause sleuthing! Had the same problem in my 71 Super some years back. Seems that the after market push rod I had bought/installed during a rebuild hadn't been hardened. Ince it mushroomed on the ends it became too short to sustain enough fuel at running speed. A tough nut to crack without such a logical approach as yours. Bravo!!

[@kidcarrasco]

Looks like a Brazilian's problem solution, We called "gambiarra".

[@HeidiandFranny]

That's funny! One of my favorite shows was "McGyver" :) Franny

[@MrDiplomata]

Heidi and Franny's Garage 😂😂😂

[@rogerwilliams629]

Franny I think you are the greatest and I really enjoy watching your vidoes! Thank You

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much!

[@FriendM2010]

You got skills!!! Lucky to have you for the rescue ... Cheers!

[@psychomonkey0077]

Frannie, awesome video. I was thinking another good cheat would be to temporarily remove the gasket, permatex and bolt straight on. This way you get about 1/16”-1/8” added length. Love your videos!

[@HeidiandFranny]

That's a great idea! I guess you would need to have some Permatex, but worth a try :)

[@simplemanduke7128]

Brilliant deduction Franny your roadside detective kung Fu is strong!!

[@artpereira]

Wow. I’ve learnt a ton from this!

[@SkyKing58318]

You guys are awesome! And, it makes me sad that cars are over designed these days so that it isn't easy to diagnose the problem without some kind of super computer with an OBD II here, an OBD II there, half a dozen electronic leads, an Electronics Engineering degree and other things I can't afford...

[@randyyoung2135]

I never realized there were two different size rods for the stock fuel pump . I converted to an alternator on my 71 beetle and put an electric rotary fuel pump in the front just under the fuel tank .

[@livelikeitshows1802]

Love this video! Because I love my ‘69 Beetle! Love all your beetle videos!

[@germainlewandowski1224]

The way you explain things is just super great ! Thanks from France

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks and Welcome!

[@alfonsocruz6156]

Thank you you’re a genius 🤯hats off

[@parkinglotdrifter]

Thanks for another wonderfully informative video! I long to be as patient and to achieve this level of MacGyver-ness! That was one heck of a problem to solve, and the improvised fix is equally impressive! As always, the video ends, and I walk away both impressed and more knowledgeable! Thanks for all you do!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks so much! It was a bit weird... Hard when you don't know the complete history sometimes... F

[@PB200559]

Great work

[@zonoscopePictures]

Great stuff. I love watching this! Thanks for making these videos.

[@HeidiandFranny]

+zonoscopePictures thanks!

[@Shortyrockelr]

You are awesome girl.

[@caddis4801]

Ok, I am hooked on your videos! Wish you were in Maryland, LOL!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Yea! We do need to plan an East Coast trip :)

[@caddis4801]

@@HeidiandFranny YES YES YES!

[@otienojames730]

Good job my friend...

[@garypaisley]

I wish I had your brains along the next time I take my VW buggy into the desert. I may have the same motor. Thanks!

[@azmike3572]

Could've been a lot worse...off the side of the road in Phoenix when it's 115°!

[@1tracymerritt]

Can you give us the difference in measurements between the old and new fuel pump rods? Thank you so much for all your video's, they are a great help!

[@sportscarnut]

First class engineering sleuthing!

[@HeidiandFranny]

Thanks!

[@joseolivencia37]

Hehy "Heidi and Franny,thanks;I managed to get my 1972 Volkswagen on time by watching its full version video earlier,10 degrees mark and 32 degrees with the timing light at 3,000 rpm. now I need to calibrate the carburetor and it's the most work I've done,could you help me;(Gracias) P.S. I have two of then 1962 Beetle and 1972 standard Beetle the two are original from "Germany" Adios y very nice video.

[@HeidiandFranny]

It sounds like you have seen this video. This does have carb tuning. Please watch full hour. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHvcqqONratmnJY.

[@toddmininger3932]

Great video. Fantastic troubleshooting. I love how you go through and explain it all!

[@johndeluna774]

Just took my 1974 super beetle convertible out of storage after 15 years... I forgot the engine size, where can I find it on the engine? Also, what is a good and safe way to drain and clean the gas tank? Thank you, for sharing your mechanical gift...

[@EastOfOctober]

Troubleshooting science!

[@termike55]

luv dat smile!

[@deemdoubleu]

These videos are superb

[@pathmanathanmohanathas5766]

Amazing. I also have 1975 vw

[@loridearing8973]

youre awesome...

[@HeidiandFranny]

+Lori Dearing awww.

[@followyourbliss973]

Boy, that must have given you a few gray hairs!

[@caduceus33]

Great sleuthing, Franny!

[@thegrimreaper819]

This will help out GREATLY!!!

[@Hermetic_]

Fun. Makes me want a bug