VW Clutch Cable Replacement - Type 3 Beetle Ghia Thing ALL CARS

I was having problems constantly and repeatedly tightening the Volkswagen clutch cable on my 1968 VW Type-3. Usually that means the VW clutch cable is beginning to stretch. While performing the VW clutch cable replacement I realized that VW Beetle clutch cable replacement is the same process as a VW Karmann Ghia clutch cable replacement and a VW Thing clutch cable replacement... with only one minor exception, and that was that I could perform a the VW clutch cable adjustment from the engine compartment using my special clutch cable wingnut tool socket.
VW Bus clutch cable replacement is a little different, and that will be covered in another video at another time.
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[@gilflo8878]

Thanks Duckman. Pointing out hat the clutch cable wing nut can be accessed behind the engine tin saved me so much time and effort.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Oh man, I still have and use my special tool for this! Its the best way! Thanks for the comment!

[@zacthefix]

Your comment at the end of the video about how your clutch felt before and after was totally my situation. I went and made my own video while I swapped it out on my '57. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@derektheclubsinger]

Thanks for posting, really helped me with the clutch cable replacement on my 74 Jeans RHD. Pedal cluster is very different on the RHD but the process is the same. I would recommend though, a new bowden cable at the same time and have a spare 'accelerator lever to rod' 8 x 0.80mm circlip. My bowden cable was shot, there was no way the clutch cable was going to slide on in there from the feed tube at the tunnel opening. Circlip snapped on me when trying to reinstall. Great stuff thanks again.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Hey thanks much, I've never worked on a right hand drive. I've only read the technical manuals and looked at the diagrams. Very interesting how Volkswagen decided to do it, and almost appeared to be in a sort of Band-Aid fashion rather than re-engineered. But that was Volkswagen, for ya! Thanks for sharing, my friend!

[@cooleypope]

Thanks very cool video, i looked at about 5 others until yours. yours was the best and easy detailed

[@DuckmanCycles]

Awesome, thank you! Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment!

[@TheDeLoreanman]

This video would have saved me countless frustration with my type 1 in high school.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Not much to it! Thanks for the comment! 😀😀😀

[@randallcapps7352]

a bit easier than expected ,at least you made it seem like it.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Disassembly and reassembly of the pedal cluster is the hardest part! The rest is truly easy! Thanks!

[@dudleybeyler6097]

Thanks, I acquired an 1973 thing in poor condition. The clutch pedal has froze, I could not figure out how to address this pedal assembly. I even read the manual that did not help...YOU HELPED ME! Thanks!

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thanks so much for the feedback! Glad I could help you! I actually just repaired another stuck clutch assembly a few weeks back in another video on my other channel. Have a look if you get bored! Don't forget to like and subscribe if I've helped, thanks so much! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6fUo2h3eZaGmJI

[@CTmoog]

Cool car. Very detailed video. Thanks man!

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thanks man! 😀😂😀😂

[@JoelPit]

Great video I need this one now lol funny I knew something was wrong with my clutch cable a month ago today I found out what it was

[@DuckmanCycles]

Haha awesome. I think you messaged me over on Instagram

[@JoelPit]

@@DuckmanCycles I did traveling with JRP

[@DuckmanCycles]

Awesome!

[@steveballard1463]

love those type 3, Friend had one with custom 1855cc engine

[@DuckmanCycles]

Awesome! I think I'm going to keep this one stock for now.... at least until it blows up, then we'll see! LoL! Thanks for the comment!

[@stephenwright414]

Again, your videos are Super helpful, thanks duckman!

[@DuckmanCycles]

And thank you for the comment! :-D

[@waynenocton]

Excellent timing once again, my beetle cable started stretching on Friday and I went to adjust it and found it frayed at the transmission end. So I ordered one Friday with expedited shipping, but since it’s Friday the dope smokers at the VW place didn’t ship so I didn’t make it on Saturday, I assume it will be here Tuesday lol.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Excellent... except for the hippy shippers becoming preoccupied lol.

[@spicer41282]

Hey DM! Yours is The only video that's legit for Clutch removable and install! Watched other vids on the subject? Your vid is by far the best! Keep'em coming! Curious? do you have one for the Brake pedal (spring? return) mine is sticking I have to reach down to pull up the pedal now and then. Thanks again!

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thank you! I had no idea it was that good! I am glad it helped you! I will see what I can do about pedal cluster assembly, I may have shown that as part of my 1956 VW Beetle build.

[@Ereaves]

whoops i set my cable up wrong. u made that job make more sense thank u! Gotta go back that wingnut off,,,

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thanks for watching! Glad I could help!

[@gnasha8146]

another detailed video, short to the point and no frills. UK

[@DuckmanCycles]

Glad you liked it! Thank you!

[@ES4406]

such a nice car! one of my favs.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thanks Earl! 😀😀😀

[@dudleybeyler6097]

Thanks again! Appreciate you sending your link. and I will subscribe!!!

[@davidthehillbilly7995]

Thanks for clearing up an ancient mystery for me. When I had my Beetle ('69-'71) this was one of those dealership jobs. Between you, mustie1, and vwdarrin I am starting to crave another VW. I can see a bank account beating in my future. FWIW in the Air Farce 2 items in this vid are referred to as safety wire and safety wire pliers. Just sayin'....

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thank you for the comment! I feel really privileged that you hold me in as high regards at those guys! Thanks for for that! Now you gotta get a VW! Safety wire it is!

[@chrisdavidson3180]

🤙 Thanks Bud!

[@DuckmanCycles]

And thank you for the comment! Hope I helped you!

[@jimbojones5153]

EZGZ 30yrs younger haha! Great vid

[@DuckmanCycles]

Hehe... it would be nice if I had his level of expertise. Thank you so much for the compliment!

[@johncourtman9774]

keep doing the good work

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thank you! I appreciate the comment!

[@larryvena663]

Good job

[@MidwestMotoRider]

Thanks for the Alt contact info for those of us that don't like the FB's. :) I love that car, I had a powder blue one when I was 19 and could not get it to run after playing with it for a month so I scraped it. Man I wish I knew then what I know now! Crazy rat man, how big are the cats down there! :)

[@DuckmanCycles]

You bet! Now use it! LoL! Cats are regular size, but a lot of them have no tails! Its kind of odd to see so many wild ones running around without a tail.

[@MidwestMotoRider]

Wow that is crazy, I think I have seen one cat with little or no tail I think I might be a bit freaked out if I saw a bunch of them. :)

[@mikeroberts6029]

Beautiful Video, thanks Duck!

[@DuckmanCycles]

Thanks so much for watching! 😁

[@danielthornton2120]

Mine just broke yesterday, and had to get a tow. 71 bay window bus

[@DuckmanCycles]

Oh no! I manage to drive without one when it breaks. It requires a different driving discipline!

[@DuckmanCycles]

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[@shartne]

I hope you got the gas peddle adjusted good later on, but glad the clutch is all great now. Looked like a lot of work but you enjoyed it but the dang stupid phone calls LOL I have a cat usually so the rats dont take over. My last cat killed a big ole rat at my door step he was a good kitty cat Tom boy. Someone stole him he looked exactly like Garfield. dang pisses me off. I know who did it too. Said they wanted him and a few days later he was gone. I think I may have a new stray but it sure is shy dont know if it will ever be a petting kinda kitten. Never know it might begin to trust me. I fed him he was starving and today last I saw he was living under my shed. I am working some out there welding on a solar tracker and next my wifes lawn mower gas tank bracket. I will train him up and he will be my loyal buddy. Makes me nervous welding that close to the tank. I think I will fill it with water and then rinse it out it needs a douching out anyway its full of buggers I will kill two birds with one stone. But the new kitten may kill my chickens so far none of my cats have done that because I let them know I aint putting up with that and they leave my birds alone.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Not too much work, really! Only like 7-8 bolts need loosened! Can be done in under an hour! Sorry to hear about that cat! Maybe the new cat will warm up to you! :-D

[@shartne]

I wonder I didnt see him today? wonder were he went? LOL He will get hungry I bet.

[@Throwawrenchrestorations]

Nice vid! Can you do a video of the 250 ninja?

[@DuckmanCycles]

Yes my friend! 😀😀😀 Let me see what I can do!

[@Throwawrenchrestorations]

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[@CurtDunmire]

I was trying to replace the clutch cable in my 1967 beetle the clutch cable is unconnected from both ends will not come out of the tube what would be my problem

[@DuckmanCycles]

That depends on where it's getting snagged. You should be able to remove it from the front behind the pedals how much of it comes out?

[@JoeandMono]

My new clutch hooks at the very end of the clutch release. Can I adjust where the clutch hooks up? Is it the same wing nut?

[@DuckmanCycles]

Yes! Just snug that wingnut a few times and try it again. You may find you need a few more. I forget what the spec is for free play, but be sure to check your manual! :)

[@JoelPit]

Hey duckman is the thing transmission different from the beetle I just got a 69 baja bug with an AM engine I'm wondering if they also used the transmission. Ok just looked its a MC transmission so type 3 or 68 fastback?

[@DuckmanCycles]

The transmissions were mostly the same (on the outside) but some Things had a limited slip differential. However all Things had Bus output flanges that can be easily swapped to Beetle ones or vice versa. You can check the number on the transmission and find out what it may have come from.

[@MrVostok11]

Is this cable made in Brazil? I noticed Portuguese instructions on the packaging.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Very likely made in Brazil, or at least sold to the Brazil Market. There are a lot of Volkswagens down there, still! Thanks for the question!

[@thomascabral8443]

is it worse if it breaks before I replace

[@DuckmanCycles]

Not unless you break down somewhere! :-D

[@JoeandMono]

HOW DO I SET THE PEDAL LEVEL HEIGHT? My clutch and brake pedals are too low for me. Thanks for any help. ✌🏼

[@DuckmanCycles]

Loosen the 13mm bolt on the pedal stop on the floor under pedals, and adjust pedals to position and tighten. 😃👍🏻

[@JoeandMono]

@@DuckmanCycles 👍🏼Thanks

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

Why do you have few KZbin channels for vw's videos?

[@DuckmanCycles]

Just this one... This one gets VW tech type work, the other one gets discussion (sometimes it has VW discussion, too)

[@papachubby1951]

Baling wire also known as a Ford repair kit.

[@triariicat8448]

My clutch pedal keeps rubbing the bottom of my Floorpans and it doesn’t return

[@DuckmanCycles]

Not too uncommon. Hammer a dimple into the floor pan and you should be good. Just don't dent it too much or the stop won't work either!

[@ffwest12]

Lockwire pliers

[@DuckmanCycles]

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[@ElTerrible666]

What kinda grease did you use?

[@DuckmanCycles]

Nothing fancy, any axle grease will do! :)

[@ElTerrible666]

@@DuckmanCycles thanks for getting back to me. Just picked up a 65 Notchback. I have to put in a new clutch cable, adjust the carbs, probably should check the timing and work on the brakes. Been trying to do as much research before I start. Thanks again.

[@DuckmanCycles]

For sure tear out those brakes and look em over! That's the first thing I've always done and probably the most safe thing to do first!

[@ElTerrible666]

@@DuckmanCycles I appreciate it. Stay safe.

[@DuckmanCycles]

You bet my friend!

[@Ryan_Atomic]

hey bud how do i msg u about some work im needing done...? love the vids as allways keep it up!

[@DuckmanCycles]

I can't tell you how, but have a look at the video description for my social media links, and in this video I mention my email address for the first time! 😀😂😀😂😀😂

[@johanvw1836]

When you press your clutch pedal in and then release in (as seen in 22:51) it stops, right? Well mine doesn't stop there and the pedal is able to fall towards the floor and the clutch cable comes undone... I guess there's an issue with my pedal cluster, any idea of what I could do to fix it?

[@DuckmanCycles]

You're in luck! I'll talk about it in a Q&A video today and demonstrate what is likely the problem!

[@johanvw1836]

As always! Perfect timing mr. Duckman ;)

[@DuckmanCycles]

Rendering video now!

[@DuckmanCycles]

I'm not sure if you got to see it, but I put it up on my other channel! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJCyZ2inrNKHhcU

[@triariicat8448]

how many VWs do you even own?

[@DuckmanCycles]

All of them! 😁😁😁😁

[@colettehadlock6434]

Need help in Northern Utah. I recently became partially paralyzed on my left leg from the hip to the knee. Everything I own to drive is a standard, I'm grounded at the moment bc I can't use my L leg. I need a manual duck clutch conversion installed on the floor shifter in a 95 Honda Civic & in an 86-87 Nissan Base model ¼ton truck. Is there anyone here that can do this in N Ut? Shops here all say no. & Where can I buy a good conversion kit? Only VW & John Deere came with those!

[@DuckmanCycles]

Hi there! Not so much the best place to ask since most of what we do is VW stuff, but one of my viewers copied my motorcycle hand clutch idea, with the lever and master cylinder mounted on the shifter into a brake booster. I'm pretty sure your Civic has a hydraulic master cylinder. Are you technically capable to cobble together such a thing? Hope that helps!

[@colettehadlock6434]

​​@@DuckmanCycleson the Honda yes it's a hydraulic, so slave cylander would likely do it. On the Nissan it's all mechanical, so I was thinking at looking at what a John Deere part looks like.. but would likely have to incorporate something like a slave cyl also. I'm just getting started. Getting down into & back up off the ground or anywhere near it has been nearly impossible & I'm trying to prevent further damage while I heal, which may not occur. The 1st 6 mos is critical.

[@tootall5559]

um, if the old cable is stretched, shouldn't the new one be a little shorter than the old one?

[@DuckmanCycles]

that was explained in the video

[@tootall5559]

It was? Hmm, stretched is stretched, it should be longer, in some way. if ti's still the same length, and not frayed, then what is the problem with it? Maybe I missed it, but same is same... any way you slice it, the new one shouldn't be longer than the old at any rate.

[@DuckmanCycles]

Yes. But its explained in video why. Its also obvious when you observe the cables lol

[@yellowrustybirdwheels]

wait your saying they used Chevy parts on vw's? i did not know they used genuine Chevy bailing wire parts in vw's guess you can teach a old dog something new once in awhile

[@DuckmanCycles]

And I thought that it was VW parts on a Chevy... lol