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Fits: Beetle 1300, 1302, 1303 8.1970 and later
Beetle 1200 1972 (VIN 112 2670 583) and later
Karmann Ghia 8.1970 and later
Bus 8.1970 and later
Type 3 8.1970 and later
Thing 8.1971 and later
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Clutch release bearing sleeve
Beetle 1300-1302-1303 8.1970 and later
Beetle 1200 1972 (112 2670 583) and later
Karmann Ghia 8.1970 and later
Bus 8.1970 and later
Type 3 8.1970 and later
Thing 8.1971 and later Paruzzi number : 1522 Original VW number : 113141181A, 016141181
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Clutch release bearing
Beetle 1300, 1500 until 7.1970
Beetle 1200 until 1972 (VIN 112 2670 582)
Karmann Ghia until 7.1970
Bus until 7.1970
Type 3 until 7.1970
Thing until 7.1971 Paruzzi number : 1520 Original VW number : 111141165A, 111141167C
Useful information from Paruzzi magazine and from our YouTube channel :
Engine overhaul - video 14 rockers and pushrods In this video we will show how to disassemble and reassemble the rocker arms and pushrods. We will discuss the diagnosis of the rockers and pushrods in our other video series, which deals with engine diagnosis. How to adjust the rockers, an action also known as shimming, can be seen in our video series on engine adjustment.
Engine overhaul - video 04 removing the distributor drive shaft We want to give extra attention in this video to the position of the distributor drive shaft of the VW Type 1 engines, . If the drive shaft of the distributor is not correctly mounted during the engine overhaul, problems can arise later with the adjustment of the ignition timing. Disassembling the drive shaft is then the only solution.
Engine overhaul - video 13 replacing the crank seal During a complete engine overhaul, you will need to replace the crank seal. But replacement may also be necessary, when you discover an oil leak behind the flywheel, which will impair the operation of the clutch. We show in this video how to disassemble and reassemble the crank seal.
Engine Overhaul - video 02 overhauled engines We show in this video all the engines that we overhauled for the video series. An AB 1300, an AS 1600, an AJ 1600 and a D 1200 engine, every step, every detail of the overhaul of these air-cooled Volkswagen engines will be discussed in this series.
Engine overhaul - video 08 ignition time of cylinder 1 In this video we will determine the ignition timing of cylinder 1. This mark will be needed to correctly position the distributor drive shaft during assembly, as well as for ignition advance adjustment once the Type 1 Volkswagen engine is rebuilt.
Engine overhaul - video 11 the clutch To disassemble the flywheel, you will need to loosen the gland nut, we discuss that in video 12. But first you will need to disassemble the clutch. You can do that when the engine is on the workbench, or hanging from an engine mount. In this video we show various techniques and tools to disassemble the clutch of your Type 1 Volkswagen engine without damage.
the clutch: basic concept For a long time I wondered how the clutch in our Volkswagen Fastback worked, I was only six years old. I didn't understand very well that by releasing a pedal our VW started to drive spontaneously. Well, if you understand how disc brakes work, then the step to understanding how the clutch mechanism works is not far.
oil leakage If you are planning to buy a classic Volkswagen, you will certainly take a look under the engine lid and under the car. If it's dirty both at the bottom and under the bonnet, it doesn't offer much trust. The engine will need a lot of attention in the coming weeks, but how bad is it?
Engine overhaul - video 09 the fuel pump We will disassemble and reassemble the mechanical fuel pump from a VW Type 1 engine with carburetor in this video. The electric fuel pump is discussed in another video. The fuel pump pushrod and the fuel pump flange get extra attention in this video.
Engine diagnostics - video 04 part 2 valves and valve springs In the second and third parts of this video, we will measure valve spring pressure. We begin in part 2 by measuring the valve spring pressure at open valve. Also known as the valve spring pressure at maximum valve lift. In part 3, we will measure the valve spring pressure at installed length.