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Author: Mark Brown

I'm a self confessed VW nut. My daily drivers are water-pumper VW's too. ....recently back to being an air cooled guy with my '75 Standard Bug.

Cutting Gaskets

by Mark Brownaftermarket, Air Cooled, Bug, buggy, engine, fuel, Ghia, Golf, H2O, MKI, MKII, MKIII, MKIV, MKVI, rail, repair, tool, Type 1, Type 181, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4, VanagonPosted on January 19, 2020January 4, 2021Comments are Disabled

Have you ever been in the middle of a repair job and torn the gasket you needed to use? Weber carb gaskets are only available in a full kit, and …

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It’s starting to be a problem…

by Mark BrownAir Cooled, buggy, electrical, Ghia, repair, Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4, VanagonPosted on August 4, 2019August 4, 2019Comments are Disabled

When I bought my bug, I expected some electrical issues.  I’ve had a few.  From issues with my headlights to some issues with basic grounds.  You can come to expect …

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RCD-310 with MDI/USB

by Mark Brownelectrical, Golf, interior, MKVIPosted on March 31, 2019Comments are Disabled

For music in the car, some folks tether their iPod or phone to the auxiliary jack, but that is a poor choice as it means touching a handheld device while …

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DIY: Engine Fire Prevention

by Mark Brownaftermarket, Air Cooled, engine, fuel, Ghia, rail, repair, Type 1, Type 181, Type 2Posted on January 15, 2019January 15, 2019Comments are Disabled

On the classic VW air-cooled engine, a few things typically go wrong.  Since there were so many Beetles, we have a pretty big sample set of potential issues.  One thing …

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DIY: Head Removal Tool

by Mark BrownAir Cooled, buggy, engine, rail, repair, tool, Type 1, Type 181, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4Posted on December 19, 2018Comments are Disabled

I’ve started a new project for my bug this winter.  I think I’ve committed to building a new engine.  It’s a costly project, and to save some money where I …

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Community: Missing Shop Manuals

by Mark BrownUncategorizedPosted on September 11, 2018September 11, 2018Comments are Disabled

Hello friends and family of K-W & Area Bug Club. Its with concern that I send this message along. One of our members – Ernie Abel, has had a number …

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Repair: Tail Lights

by Mark Brownaftermarket, Air Cooled, body, electrical, Type 1, Type 181Posted on August 31, 2018August 31, 2018Comments are Disabled

I did this repair on my own car about a month ago, but I didn’t write this article until now because I didn’t think anyone else could benefit from my …

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Repair: A gentleman does not motor around after dark

by Mark Brownbody, buggy, electrical, Ghia, rail, repair, Type 1, Type 181, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4Posted on June 22, 2018Comments are Disabled

“A gentleman does not motor around after dark.’ I used to think that quote from Joseph Lucas was reserved for Lucas automotive electrics – but I nearly experienced it myself.  …

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Review: Antenna for your Bug

by Mark Brownaftermarket, Air Cooled, body, electrical, review, Type 1, Type 3, VanagonPosted on June 1, 2018May 31, 2018Comments are Disabled

I had the good fortune of finding a radio for my 1975 Bug during  a recent swap meet at John’s Bug Shop (a sponsor of our club).   It was a …

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Repair: Brake Star Spring Clip

by Mark BrownAir Cooled, Brakes, buggy, Ghia, rail, repair, Type 1, Type 181Posted on May 25, 2018May 25, 2018Comments are Disabled

This weeks article is a rather short technical idea than a full fledged project. It’s about keeping your brakes adjusted on your Bug, Ghia, Thing, Buggy, etc.  If you’ve ever …

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