VW BEETLE ENGINE REMOVAL - Super Beetle - EASY - DIY

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[@pretzyldog]

What I like about your videos is you actually show the work being done. Mustie 1 is also good at showing his work. Some other channels I subscribe to talk about what they are going to do for Twenty minutes,show 5 minutes work, then show the finished work. One guy just seems to collect vw’s, talks about all the work he has to do but never does anything. Then theres the guy who keeps starting projects but never finishes any of them. One other guy built a project but its been in the paint booth for a year and a half. Anyway thanks for your videos. They are informative.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much, I appreciate your time,. And that you take the time to watch the videos. We all do different things online, there’s lots of great channels out there. I just try to move at a steady pace, and show whatever I possibly can. Thanks again for being here.

[@zimms-world]

This is probably the best engine removal video I’ve seen. You do a great job of explaining things that help the inexperienced vw guys like me. I appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos. I know its hard to not only do the work on your car but make sure you record it so other people can clearly see what your doing. Great job!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks so much, I truly appreciate you taking out the time, and leaving a comment like you did. That really means a lot to me, and keeps me pushing to do more videos to help others. Thanks so much for being here.

[@user-he3ol3wx5b]

Craig from New Zealand. Great videos just bought my first VW and learning a lot from Slades . He puts a lot of time and effort to help others thanks very much.

[@jdblack9703]

I’m getting ready to pull my son’s 1972 Super Beetle motor to change the clutch. Thanks for reminding me of the steps.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely, and thank you for taking out the time to leave a comment.

[@gordondonahue4810]

I got a chuckle 🤭 when you commented about the car fighting you. When I would come up stairs from working on the bug my wife would ask “ how’s it going”. Often I would say it’s kicking 🦵 my ass. 😂.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

It’s true!! 😂😂 Sometimes it fights me, especially when filming! 😁

[@27yearcoach]

No need to apologize. Not only one of the best, maybe the best, vid on engine removal but entertaining as well with your ad-ins. Good one. Thanks

[@JCSmythe]

The record for a VW beetle engine pull is 1 min. 4 sec. A driving, running beetle, remove engine, pull 1 meter away from vehicle, reinstall and drive away

[@northernlandsgaming3268]

I have bad dyslexia, which makes it really hard to read. So this video has saved me a lot of time.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you, I hope these videos will always be helpful to you.

[@SDsailor7]

@@SladesVWBeetle What i do when removing nut and bolts and screws i put them in baggies (the ones used for sandwiches) and write on the baggie where they came from that way i don't forget were they came from. Learned that in the Navy when working on subs.

[@SDsailor7]

@@SladesVWBeetle I would be afraid to drop the motor on its side as i was removing it, it is not very stable on the floor jack. I wish there was something to keep it stable as you are removing it.

[@jimmd53]

Again, very easy to understand directions in removing the Beetle engine with step by step instructions for each engine to body connection and electrical connections. Very happy with these videos Slade. Great job, keep them coming.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you so much James, I truly appreciate the comments. I always hope these videos help others.

[@moltobne]

Thx so much for posting this! I had the exact same issue. Installed a grant hub and steering wheel and as I turned the wheel the horn would go off. I also replaced the steering signal switch at the same time. The one thing I noticed was the original steering signal switch had a wider circle (around the steering column). The aftermarket one I purchased was narrow and I believe this caused the grant hub ( with nubs) to touch/complete the ground. I used a file and carefully took the nubs off without damaging the hub. Now everything works perfectly (horn and turn signal cancel) and the new steering wheel looks and feels amazing!!! Thanks for sharing this video!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!!

[@thebadbug7026]

I’ve been waiting on this one! Out of all the VW engine removal videos, this is by far the best!!!!! It shows where all the little connections are and it helped me remove my engine today, something I have never done before. I can’t thank you enough Slade. Your vids are the best, extremely helpful for the novice mechanic like me.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Well thank you very much, I truly appreciate the kind comment!! I just try to do what I think is right. Plenty of great channels out there with good content. What a great community we are creating! Thanks for always taking the time to view the videos.

[@TurnDar]

Thank you so much. Wonderful video. Extremely informative. We really appreciate everything you have done to make this video. After watching your video I'm feeling very confident to remove the engine out of my own VW. 😊

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you, and thanks for leaving a comment!!

[@williamtanner1372]

Great explanation and filming! Really easy to follow.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you William!! I truly appreciate it!!

[@johnlladron735]

Great video, thanks very much. Removable rear apron is a great idea too. Far better to watch this than regular TV as well!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you very much John, and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@Landymobs]

Thank you for this video. I acquired a mostly stripped beetle from a family member. Motor is still in it, and I don't know much of what I'm doing, but feeling more confident after watching this.

[@haskyb9184]

Even though I’ve taken the engines out of my bugs many many times, I still enjoyed watching this from start to finish. I think installing a removable rear valance is a great addition to any restoration project. Just makes taking an engine in and out so much quicker! Keep up the good work Ben 🇬🇧

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you very much Ben, oddly enough I sit and watch videos on the same stuff too. I don’t really like regular TV so that’s probably why. 😁 I think a removable apron would benefit me a lot.

[@juniorclassicvwbugs924]

Absolutely, agree

[@shawnm3839]

Someone did the favor of drilling the spot welds for me.. bonus. Too bad they didn't put an adjustable beam on it.. that'd have been a better discovery.

[@travismunden8250]

Great video! My goal is (with the assistance of my daughter) to remove the engine from her 1970 VW beetle and repair all oil leaks. This video is very much appreciated and gives me the confidence to do my first "pull". Thanks again for your time and knowledge.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you for the kind comment Travis! I truly appreciate it. Depending on where the oil was leaking, you’re best off just putting all new seals on. You will thank yourself.

[@Aage73]

I loved seing that I'm not the only one who gets fights with bolts, access, cables and dirt! Thanks for a great step by step video for an enthusiast but novis like me!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!! It can get frustrating sometimes 😁

[@sathindrensanthirathelagan]

Heck of a 1 man show ...

[@oldtanker4860]

Really clear video and super informative. Your cut outs were well done and the humor is much appreciated. Now if you don't mind a tad of constructive criticism from an old teacher and aircraft mechanic. We all have verbal habits. Little things we all say while talking and we never notice them until they are pointed out. Most folks use uh or um a LOT. Again it's not noticeable to the person saying it. In your case you use the term OK both as a question and as a statement. It's not REAL bad but if you watch your video you will hear what I am saying. It will help folks watching it to be a bit more comfortable if there are a bit fewer OK's. Not complaining, trying to help as one who got to be tortured by my own verbal glitches when getting trained as a teacher. I like your instruction and if I can swing a deal on a VW intend to put a lot of it to work.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks for being here! And yes, it is a very bad habit especially when filming! Hard to describe but every time I pause the camera, then resume, I keep saying....”okay”! 🙄😁

[@JMKGarage]

Great video as always. Your detailed explanation and camera angles really provide good information for anyone looking to learn how to do this. You also come off as very calm and willing to teach. You would make an excellent shop class teacher at a high school with your knowledge, patience, and ability to teach.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you, that was very nice of you I truly appreciate the wonderful comments. I’m pretty laid-back, I try the best I can on film to show different angles. Sometimes they don’t come out quite well. 😁

[@FunFun-tv7gq]

I took my engine out before BUT I knew that I am learning something new watching this video like the rest of your videos. I like your illustrations with the red labels during the video. Please keep the good job up. Waiting for your next video. Cheers from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much my friend, and thanks for leaving a comment. Much more to come, I appreciate you being here every week.

[@TheCarNextDoor]

Thanks for the detail. This is the next step in my current project. 👍🏻😎

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much for leaving a comment, I truly appreciate that. I hope this video helps out a lot.

[@pstreetgarage7304]

That was a very good explanation and step by step instructions. Well done. Filming is hard !

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much my friend, this one was a little awkward to film unfortunately.

[@MikeMoose67]

Nice to have this as a reference…I’m fixing to remove an engine from the last car I purchased because the pickup tube is loose up inside the case .. I guess I’ll have to split the engine to see what is going on…great video I appreciate the playlist ✌️

[@johnfreeman1189]

Another satisfied subscriber!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you John I appreciate that! And thank you for being here.

[@fredrikjohansson]

Have been looking forward to this video! Will be SO useful when I might have to do it soon!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Awesome!! I hope it helps!! Thanks for being here!!

[@michaeld.3779]

Hello, Slade. Good video. I have a 17mm box-end ratchet wrench that has a swivel head. It makes loosening and tightening the upper bolts so easy, and it takes so much less time, too. You had the deck lid removed, so getting your arm back there with a wrench was pretty easy. With the hood on, it’s a bitch to get your arm between the deck lid and car body. But with that 17 mm box end swivel head, it’s a much easier job. There is no wrenching a little, then removing the wrench from the nut, then positioning it back on to loosen more-and repeating this, turn after turn. With my wrench, once you get it on the nut, you just leave it on and ratchet away. Easy easy. Also, I have one of those blue VW engine dollys, with one open end, to get a floor jack in. I just lower the engine onto it, raise the car, and wheel the engine out. There is no balancing the engine on the head of a floor jack. It’s also a nice tool to make VW life easier.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Hey my friend, I hope you are doing well!!! I was looking at the sunroof on the 68 the other day, and I thought of you. Quite odd isn’t it? 😁 I still think back of you spending time with me on messenger helping out. I truly appreciated that!! I need those ratchet wrenches, I’ve been wanting them for a long time, and then sometimes I get cheap when I’m at the store. I can’t think of which blue dolly you’re talking about?

[@johnbecker334]

Thanks for this great and informative video. I was going to just do simple repairs on my wife's new 76 Super Beetle, but you are so calm and collected in your videos that you've got me calm now and considering dropping the engine to do an overhaul, clean out the engine area, and make that thing look and run fantastic. Seriously, your content is top notch. Thank you!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you very much John, and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment

[@unknownstudio2023]

so happy you made this video

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Outstanding! I always like when videos help other folks. Thanks for being here.

[@fairworld2522]

I like all his videos. Very good step by step explaining all the steps involved.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!!

[@spemann1974]

Great video! I have done this a few times already but still learned some new tips

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks for taking the time to comment, I just figured it something I better have on my playlist just in case someone would need it.

[@scottvarner7855]

I appreciate the work you put into these videos… great explanations easy to follow. Thank you.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much Scott, and thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@PopularityContest]

I can't wait to see which direction you go with her

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Me too bro!! I’m still confused!! 😁😂

[@easternWashington.]

Thanks for the refresher, I have to pull the engine on my 74 super tomorrow and I always seem to forget to unhook something when I pull a type 1 engine.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you for taking the time to be here, and leave a comment. Hope to see you stop back time to time, and good luck working on your super! The bigger part of my channel in the beginning was from a 73 super beetle that I restored. Lots of good past videos there.

[@dunlapmichaell]

Thanks for sharing the video. I'm thinking about doing a little restore on the 72 Super Beetle.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Outstanding Michael! For your front suspension needs, there’s a lot of super beetle videos on the channel here towards the beginning

[@shawnm3839]

I slide a flathead screwdriver behind the head of the starter/mount bolt to keep tension on it as I'm loosening it. A little permatex can hold it in place while putting the nut back on if you're working alone.

[@mikemoreno2444]

dont change a thing ur filming style is great thx!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Mike, and thank you for the kind comments!

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

I bet that was a lot easier without the apron. AWSOME

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes it was for sure! The car didn’t come with an apron or I would have showed the actual way of removing.

[@royworks28]

Very informative video, you definitely found your niche. Great explanation.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much brother, I truly appreciate that!

[@captaincappy]

Love your content: EXCELLENT video quality. Excellent description. Thank you: this helps me tons.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you captain! Thanks for being part of the community here, I truly appreciate that.

[@kennethbruffy7933]

GREAT VIDEO.... most helpful and informative video out there. Thanks Uncle Slades !!

[@antoniorivera6187]

Thank you I Injoy watching the video very much I’m Injoying learning a lot of the VW bug love the little bug 😄👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻stay safe

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Antonio, and thanks for being here weekly I truly appreciate it.

[@petelarsen721]

I have a motorcycle jack that I use to remove the motor, it has a flat deck, the motor is much more stable and safer. Nice wasp nest.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes!! Those are very nice, and work perfectly well with removing VW engines!! I should put that as next on my list for tools. Yeah I seen that nest but I knew I was good to go 😁

[@juniorclassicvwbugs924]

Those heaters hoses age and the inside gets crusty with rust. Mine we pretty good but they did have some rust, but I rust treated them. It nice when the rear apron is removable much nicer to get the engine out. That is something I have planned for the near future; to remove the rear apron and convert it to removable. I have seen a few member from the community who have done that and I kind of like the idea. Nice video brother.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Oh yeah, a removable apron is like night and day! Mine was missing the apron when I got it, so I might as well make a removable while I’m at it.

[@randypannell2509]

great video and instructional info...I do not have garage or equipment but still enjoy watching and learning from your videos. keep it going

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Randy, Thank you for being here.

[@matthewmutch7853]

LOVE THE BUG!!!

[@kennethswain6313]

Putting back in looks like it would be a bit more delicate. You did great!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much and thanks for being here.

[@richdrenga7384]

Another great tutorial! Thanks for all you do. I use those same dollies...they are perfect for Beetle motors.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you very much Rich, and thank you for taking the time to be here and comment. Those little dollies do come in handy and they’re very inexpensive, which I like! 😁

[@TheJeizon1]

Hey Slade, thanks for the great videos. I just started watching a little while ago as I got my 68 Beetle back and it needs some work. You are like Mr. Rogers, but for Air-Cooleds. Calming and educational, a rare combo. Watching the whole series on your resto.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Jason! And thank you so much for being here I truly appreciate it. I always hope these videos will help other folks.

[@shawnbarhorst6382]

Great video Slade! Pulling my engine this weekend.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Shawn!! And take your time, it’s not bad at all!

[@mikehammer4546]

You did a Fantastic job on covering the engine removal 👍👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Mike! And thanks for always being here, I truly appreciate it.

[@aircooledvw]

Great video! Thanks for the tips!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you, for taking the time to comment and be here! I truly appreciate it I hope it is helpful.

[@douglasbarnhart3324]

Great video thanks for your time.😁😁😁

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you Douglas for taking out the time to be her and leave a comment.

[@blakewaddell451]

Another great video Slades. Definitely detailed. I’ll pull mine eventually when I get time. I have been busy so I’m just now getting to watch.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Blake I hope you’ve been doing well. For some reason I did not get a notification on this message. I truly am sorry about that

[@heesanoice7637]

Great vid ! Very informative !

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@heesanoice7637 thanks very much!!

[@eugenebaroni1298]

Great video uncle Slade! Did this a couple of times always can learn something new 😃 Have a great rest of your week!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks Eugene! And thanks for always being here every week. I hope that you have a great week and a great upcoming weekend.

[@jamiewalton23]

Nice job slades, there's always one thing buddy who would of thought a reverse cable, it's all learning for me. You and the family Keep safe mate, see ya soon

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks so much, and thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@mastermoi]

In case you didnt know, theres a tab on your jackstand thats ment to be bent so your jackstand's top dont separate from its base. Saw your tab's not bent tought id tell you... i leaned it this year. It seems like nobody's reading the instructions on those things

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@mastermoi thank you, I’ll actually take a look. I have newer jackstands since I didn’t like the smaller ones. But I still use those time to time. I think I got so accustomed to using stuff that I never stopped to look at instructions on things of that nature. I appreciate your comment very much, and I really mean that.

[@mattlee007]

you sir are amazing... Thank you for this so much .... keep it up

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you Matt for being here, I truly appreciate that.

[@neftalilomeli847]

Thank you!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@nickjohnstone6017]

Another great vid, thanks dude.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

And thank you Nick, for taking the time to comment.

[@Doubleodude]

Great video man.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend, I hope you have a wonderful day!

[@VWBEETLEOVAL1955]

Good work slade and good angles with the cameras. Hard to get it right but you did it👍👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks my friend, I truly appreciate that. That was a little tricky on some of those camera angles. 😁

[@vintagespeedvw7864]

Good video.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!

[@erosroyarocho7273]

Great video, refresher for me from 50 years ago. Memories as a teenager short of tools , so loosen all the bolts, wires and fuel. A couple of old tires , pull the engine and drop it on the tires, then hope you had a jack to lift the body high enough as to clear the rear apron. What’s going back in? A 1904cc or a 2054cc?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!! Yeah they’re quite easy and simple to deal with. Well sometimes they’re stubborn 😁 I haven’t decided on what engine yet. But I definitely want more power, to climb hills better.

[@joshhickman416]

Thanks for taking time to explain every detail and show with camera. Is it possiable to pull motor and trans at same time to keep from dissrupting the clutch? Thanks again.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you for being here Josh, I imagined of the rear apron was not on you could probably do that. I think it would be very stubborn and a little difficult but it can’t be done

[@jimstewart6145]

nice job.

[@unknownstudio2023]

NICE

[@toddtonis]

Thanks for making this video. Great walk-thru of how to pull the engine with good video showing the details of where things are. Just curious how much the engine weighs at the time it was removed from the car? It seems light the way you were moving it. Maybe 200 lbs?

[@cubey]

Half the labor isn't even needed on mine, being a baja without heater boxes. Just a handful of bolts to remove the engine cage/bumper instead.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely, that would make it a lot easier.

[@henryrodier8024]

Will be interesting to see what the clutch options are

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Absolutely!!!

[@leonardramsey3458]

Great Video 👍🏻 Thanks 😊

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thanks very much my friend!

[@sydlewis1892]

Great Video as always bud. Your confusing some people calling this a super though!!!!!!!!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!! You mean the title? I was trying to say Super is the same technique

[@el_stino]

Great video, Slade! Are you also going to do a 1 man engine installation (refitting) video? I find this way harder than pulling the engine ... Nice work!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Thank you!! Actually I’ll be doing the install myself. I never really have anyone here to help, except my wife. But she just helps with other small things.

[@el_stino]

@@SladesVWBeetle The main thing I find annoying is how to get a rebuit engine stable on a jack in order to raise it up/allign it to the transmission level ... Always goes side by side with a whole lot of cursing and busted knuckles in my case ... I was wondering if there are any "hacks" to this, or if this is the same experience for everyone ... Looking forward to your next video!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@el_stino truthfully there is a better way, I’m just too cheap to buy either one. One is motorcycle Jack, or a transmission jack. They hold the engine nice and even. But I still have never stopped to buy one. 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@el_stino]

@@SladesVWBeetle Yes, I've heard of that ... Have been doubting to buy one for a while ... The only thing I've always wondered is if those work well if you only jack up the rear end ... The "platform" on those motorcycle/ATV jack is "level", while, if you jack up your bug only by the rear, the bell housing and input shaft are "angled" ... I'm wondering if this doesn't make things even harder, since that potentially gives you less "play" to wiggle the engine than on a "normal" jack ... Would be good if someone that has tried it can comment ...

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@el_stino There has been quite a few that have used them. Personally I have not tried it. But it makes sense and what you’re saying.

[@Paulman50]

That was quick, only took you 20 minutes. What's the difference with the old style pressure plate to the new one.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

They’re quite easy to get out, compared to most cars. The IRS and swingaxle have different designs. Especially the way the release bearing is mounted

[@hyperbipolar7952]

i have to do this

[@SladesVWBeetle]

It’s truly not that bad!

[@johnluna9915]

Is there a next video on removal of fly wheel and old style pressure plate?

[@rasdavis8390]

Great video 📹 😂thanks slade shouts from England 🇬🇧 p.s everything u said worked like a charm 👍 #sladevw

[@carkingspot3973]

Great video! I’ll need to do this in order to replace the motor mounts. Where do you recommend to buy the trans/motor mounts? Thanks! 👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Actually I prefer buying mine from Wolfsburg west. There are some other great places out there, but I seem to always buy from them.

[@starlord2628]

First, thank you for the wonderful tutorials you do. However, I am having an issue with my engine removal. I am down to the last two nuts and I can only get to the passenger side. The nut on the driver's side is behind the oil cooler. Any trick for getting to it?

[@davo8802]

You do better than anyone I know on filming. And man ol man I wish I had your patience 🤣 Mine doesn't have a reverse wire going to coil ?? What does it do? It's a 72 super beetle

[@SladesVWBeetle]

That reverse wire from the switch to the coil, will activate the back up lights!! Thanks for being here!

[@DanSolem]

You rock thx man

[@michaelnelson9140]

I didn’t use a jack. I took the hood off. Snagged the intake with a strap. Attached my come along to a garage rafter. Wiggled the engine loose, and set it on the floor. I had the rear wheels already, so I just dragged the engine out under the fender. Then I laughed about easy it was.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

They’re actually a very simple car to work on. There’s so many ways of doing it. Honestly I used a motorcycle Jack one time, that was truly a nice thing to use.

[@maragtaz3653]

Sir you have videos on how to fix engine..we have a beetle my father bought....its been sitting for more than 35 years..

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes go to the “playlist”, and you’ll see an index that will say, Engine Work

[@maragtaz3653]

@@SladesVWBeetlesir thank you very much for the prompt reply ...ill check out all your videos..more power to you chanel...God Bless

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@maragtaz3653 thanks very much! God bless my friend!

[@johnluna9915]

With the rear apron already removed, Clearance is not the issue for you. If you have a rear apron, how much clearance do you need to drop and remove the engine with enough clearance?

[@HapticGarage]

Great walk-through Slade. I especially like the 2 camera arrangement! Please forgive the off-topic question; I was checking out the Z-bar to verify how it is installed. The long rod that connects to the axle bracket is on the driver's side, correct? Of course, if that is true then the shorter rod would be on the passenger side of the actual Z-bar. Mine had been cutoff when I got Dweezil (also a '68) so hoping to get it reinstalled correctly. Thanks again for a great video!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Hey my friend, thanks for the nice comment I truly appreciate it. Honestly this is my first Z-bar set up. But what I will do, is take some detailed photos tomorrow. And I’ll send them to you through messenger on Facebook. I hope that will be helpful.

[@HapticGarage]

@@SladesVWBeetle Yeah that sounds great! Anything that shows the long/short rods the go from the Z-bar down to the axle brackets. I'm pretty sure the short one is on the passenger side, but this confirmation will take out the guesswork. Thanks so much!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

@@HapticGarage You’re welcome my friend. I’ll be at the garage today. I’ll definitely take some great photos for you. I got tied up yesterday. I’ll send them to the messenger tonight!

[@SDsailor7]

Would it help having a metal or wooden square plate under the motor to keep it more stable as you are removing it?

[@davo8802]

....BY THE WAY.... Harbor freight motorcycle jack would be IDEAL for dropping that engine.

[@eugenerosado1841]

Hey Slade, can I put a tensioner on a 1977 VW Beetle pully belt? How can I tell what size engine. I have the original engine .

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I’ve only seen the tensioner one the aftermarket ones. Like the serpentine belts. There should be numbers right below your alternator stand on your engine

[@jefsch7]

I would prefer if you had one with the back of the car (Including the engine lid), on it....

[@LithiumSix66]

Slade, how does one make their apron removable?

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I actually I’m going to be doing that very shortly here. I’m going to make, or purchase some small brackets that are very cheap. Stay tuned!

[@jamie-r2034]

I noticed your in PA - close to Altoona by chance??

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I’m actually 20 minutes from Pittsburgh.

[@val.quibod.remonde6902]

more easier if the wrench is ratchet type >

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Yes you’re right! I actually just bought a set recently.

[@mrzfuentezjones6]

I want a jacker too I want a jacket too

[@donnoel583]

changing combinatiom on safe

[@OFFAxisBuilds]

Man with how rusty that engine is I can’t believe you actually got it started.

[@SladesVWBeetle]

Honestly I’m pretty surprised myself. 😁

[@justiceforall-16]

ÇOK VİDEO SEYRETTİM AMA BU KADAR AYRINTILI , EN UFAK KABLO, EN UFAK VİDAYI BİLE ATLAMADAN GÖSTERMİŞSİNİZ.. SÜPERRR

[@phannagan1able]

❤

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

👍

[@SladesVWBeetle]

🍺🍺

[@mikemoreno2444]

r u going to convert to IRS

[@el_stino]

It's a super beetle ... so it's IRS from the factory ...

[@sydlewis1892]

That is a typo... This is a 68 not a super beetle.

[@el_stino]

@@sydlewis1892 You're right .... I was just going by the title ... but indeed, you can clearly see it is a swing axle setup and not IRS just by looking at the camber of the wheels while it's jacked up ... my bad!

[@SladesVWBeetle]

I was going to switch to IRS but I may just keep the swingaxle. I had super in the title to show it’s the same process for super or standard. I should have worded it better.

[@el_stino]

@@SladesVWBeetle no big deal ... It's all the same ... beetle, ghia, split, early/late bay, 184, Type3/notch... Would be a long title though ;-)