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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.
type 1 sump plate Replacing the crankcase oil of a Type 1 engine is a job every VW enthusiast has done once in a while. It involves loosening a few nuts, replacing gaskets and tightening everything again, right?
It seems a simple operation, but nothing could be further from the truth.
Engine diagnostics - video 04 part 1 valves and valve springs In video 16 of the engine overhaul series, we disassembled the valves and valve springs.
Not all of the cylinder heads we showed were in good condition, this does not mean that all parts need to be replaced. After a thorough diagnosis, it will show if the valves and valve springs are still reusable. This video discusses valve and valve spring diagnosis. It consists of four parts.
Type 1 engine mount In this article we show how to mount the engine of a VW Beetle or Karmann Ghia, so it becomes clear what to look out for when you mount the engine and build it back in.
Engine overhaul - video 16 part 1 valves removal In this first part of video 16, we disassemble cylinder head valves and valve springs. In the first part, we start by demonstrating the tools and techniques used, and disassemble the valves of a relatively new cylinder head.
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.
Engine overhaul - video 07 TDC compression in practice In video six, we explained the operation of the four-stroke internal combustion engine through animations. In this video we will look at how to determine the top dead centre of cylinder 1 in practice. We will also learn how to find the compression stroke of cylinder 1, different techniques will be shown.
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.
installing the engine In edition 16 we explained how to remove the engine of a VW Beetle, two techniques were discussed. The most important points of attention for the installation of the engine are indicated in this article. During the installation of the engine you will have to position the pilot shaft of the gearbox perfectly opposite the centre of the clutch.
measure crankshaft end play The play is caused by wear of the engine, this is actually very normal, and will occur faster with performance engines. With normal use of standard VW engines in combination with a good maintenance of the engine, wear will not occur quickly.