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 that commonly goes wrong – engine fires. Continue reading “DIY: Engine Fire Prevention”
DIY: Head Removal Tool
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 can, I’d like to be able to re-use some parts from an engine that I acquired.
Banquet – 2018
On November 18th we had our club year end banquet. Here are a few photos from our event. There was good food, good prizes and a great evening was had by all that attended!
Random: Josef Ganz-built Beetle predecessor makes post-restoration debut
Here is an article about the Josef Ganz Beetle predecessor – from Hemmings Motor News
Random: End of an era – A picture history of the VW Beetle
Members Joe and Larry passed this link along.
A history of the VW Beetle – over the years in pictures
Volkswagen announced this week that the Beetle would be discontinued again by next summer . This time the “new” Beetle would be retired and plans for the upcoming electric powered Beetle would be in doubt as well.
Repair: Battery Service
VW – 6 or 12 Volt Battery Compartment Maintenance
In the ’66 beetle I own, the 6 volt battery sits on the metal floor pan under the rear seat, passenger side. Since I have owned the car (1971) I have performed a bi-annual maintenance on this area. The following describes the procedure.
Community: Missing Shop Manuals
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 of shop manuals borrowed without his permission from his shop in Wiarton Ontario.
Five-hundred dollars is offered by Ernie for information leading to the return of the shop documentation.
If anyone has questions or information, please directly contact Ernie. Thanks!
Repair: Tail Lights
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 techniques since it’s pretty obscure. Now, I have written it up, since it seems like a more common issue than I anticipated.
Bugout 37 Results – July 8th 2018
If you were a visitor at Bug Out or a sponsor of Bug Out – thank you for supporting us. We produce the event in association with the K-W Optimist Club. They are a fantastic supporter of youth in our community and it is a pleasure to host our event at their facility in beautiful Heidelberg, Ontario.
Please support our sponsors. You can find our full 2018 sponsor list here. Just click on their logo/text to contact them.
If you were a winner, and missed the presentation ceremony, please contact us here.
Here are the results of Bug Out 37:
Repair: A gentleman does not motor around after dark
“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. I could have been my very own prince of darkness.
Continue reading “Repair: A gentleman does not motor around after dark”