▲ 91 r/beetle
Project, project, project
Had to move a few things around yesterday. It was wicked nice out, so I took a few pictures..
BTW The oval is at media blast this week..
u/Lostroadie101 — 1 day ago
r/beetle
First Baja bug
Hi all, new to this subreddit. Just got this as my first Baja bug. Super excited to get it in the dirt and build on it.
u/Reaction_Wide — 1 day ago
▲ 5 r/beetle
Did I do the damage or expose some damage?
my '74 super beetle (1776 w/dual Kadrons) is running rough. A few weeks ago, I left it out in the rain all day (wasn't supposed to rain) and when I started it that evening to drive 3 miles to dinner, it would start "chopping" as soon as rpms went over 3k.
After an hour in the rain at dinner, the drive home was a nightmare.
Add electric shorting to the mix, door buzzers the whole way... I felt terrible for it. Since then, I have given it fuel treatment and some high octane and it is running better, but starts smooth and gets choppy above 3k as it warms up.
I had been thinking I fouled up the fuel or got water in the air filters, but now I wonder if the water exposed some electrical stuff and I should be focusing on timing and distributor.
Edit: I may have found it. One of the female leads going to the Coil was loose enough that only gravity was holding it on. After tightening, the engine isn't skipping at high revs AND the radio isn't cutting out anymore! I'll update after a test drive.
Edit 2: It was the loose coil negative wiring. I think the water just exacerbated the loose connection. Leaving this post for posterity.
u/mucifous — 1 day ago
▲ 6 r/beetle
Reverse lights and camera disconnect at the slightest movement from the shifter...
I'm not sure what's going on. I double checked the cables. Replaced the reverse bulb ( new one, but generic brand), old one does the same thing. It almost feels like the reverse rod is not or barely touching the bulb sensor. Reverse works fine tho. Shifter has new bushings so. Its not wobbly.
u/Spike310300 — 1 day ago
▲ 134 r/beetle
Birthdays
Yesterday was the five year anniversary of getting my beetle, I almost consider it a birthday. Every year May 19th I try to make a purchase on something I’ve had my eye on but couldn’t justify. This year was tires, mud tires specifically. Living in central California, the majority of our valley is farms and ranches. This thing has been amazing getting me around even with just all season tires. Couldn’t be more grateful for this sub and knowing I ain’t alone in loving my car. Have a good day out there men 🙌🏽
u/WrenchBrain — 2 days ago
My deceased grandma's '70 beetle
She passed easter day of 2026 and left me this in my will, I can't drive yet :(. Me and my dad are working on restoring it currently. It is a 1970 and she got it as a present before going to college. For some reason the vin shows up as a 60s plymouth on all vin identifiers
u/vintagestereolover99 — 3 days ago
First time beetle owner
Hello, Im 17, and i just got this 1972 vw super beetle from someone who lives near me, and I'm having trouble with the engine. First it acted like it was seized, but yesterday it was free, and when I turn it over, it won't fire up. It's getting fuel, and Im pretty sure the timing is right, on account of the 6 videos I watched, and the hour of trying, but it will only start with carb cleaner/ starter fluid. What could I be doing wrong?
u/Economy_Fix_6664 — 3 days ago
▲ 5 r/beetle
Help with 4x130 wheels for a classic Skoda
Hi all, I have a 1973 Skoda 100 that I consequently resurrect. After engine and paint work, time has come for some wheels. Skoda has a quite rare bolt pattern of 4x130 which is from what I see also pattern used on beetles/vw vans and some Porsches.
My OEM setup is 4,5x14 ET officially unknown (from what I measure it is around 30) with central bore of 78,6 mm (according to https://www.wheel-size.com/size/skoda/100-series/1973/#trim-type-100110-1969-1976-10--39-356, but I don't trust them all the way as they claim these wheels are 4" wide. I measure the central hole in my spare wheel and it showed 84mm, maybe I measured it wrong).
I was thinking about changing the bolt pattern to something more common, but as you can see on photos, rear fender doesn't allow for much spacers (there is approx 40mm space now on OEM wheels).
I am looking for 4x130 5x14 or 6x14" rims that would fit my car, maybe you'll be able to suggest some models? All wheels dedicated for skoda of this age are 13 inch and I don't want to go for a smaller wheel face. Also, going 15 inch (for example maxilite mini light) might be problematic as the central bore is smaller. Anyway, will be grateful for any ideas!
u/beceen — 2 days ago
▲ 6 r/beetle
Any advice?
Found this on marketplace for 500 bucks. The guy said it ran OK and had a slight knock. I want to do my first 1835 or 1776 with it. Any recommendations on what to look for when I tear it down to make sure it’s a good candidate?
u/Agitated_Street3698 — 3 days ago
▲ 3 r/beetle
Interior Carpet Saveable?
Do you guys think its saveable? Tried WD-40, penetrating oil, bear bile, and upholstery cleaner, but it still stayed stained/spotty. I am assuming its rust from the metal...
u/Technical_Macaroon98 — 3 days ago
▲ 53 r/beetle
Good video of the rebuild running
This is as of today, new carb I think it sounds pretty good 🤘
u/visiblehorrorvideo — 3 days ago
▲ 161 r/beetle
finally got her running.
thank you guys for all your suggestions. ended up taking out a spark plug - completely dry - and connecting the coil to it. there were sparks which told me my plug, coil, and distributor were all good.
had fuel in the carb and no gas smell in my oil. i opened my choke a little bit more for more air. with fuel, air, and sparks all good all that it could’ve been was the timing.
turns out, somehow my distributor was mounted 180 degrees the wrong way, meaning it was firing 3rd cylinder when it should’ve been firing 1st and same with 2nd and 4th.
funny enough, once i spun my distributor around and adjusted my valves, the car is starting quicker than ever with the choke opened a bit more than before (will adjust a bit more). i have to redo my timing for sure just to get everything going smoother
my question is, how is it possible that i was running my car for TWO DAYS with the distributor wrong?? it was driving perfectly fine until this morning and i have no idea what could’ve happened.
u/DistanceIcy4800 — 4 days ago
▲ 3 r/beetle
Beetle aftermarket seat options
I have a 1969 Beetle in pieces that I have had for a while and am planning on putting back together soon. Pans are not in the worst shape I've ever seen, but will probably be replacing them since I've got it apart anyway.
My question is what aftermarket or junkyard seats have you guys in the community made work in a Beetle?
Functionally, I still want to be able to reach and use the E-brake and any seat adjustment controls with the doors closed. They don't have to be electric, either. I wouldn't mind seat warmers, but electric adjustment is not a requirement. I'm a manual/analog kinda fella.
Installation-wise, I'm a bigger guy (6ft4, 260lbs), so I will likely be mounting them further back than the stock position. The fab work will not be a problem and the rear seat will be deleted.
Aesthetically, I'm looking for something that isn't too far out of place with stock coverings. Ideally, if the upholstery needs to be fixed or replaced, I'd prefer to be able to order whatever stock upholstery came on the donor car seats.
Any suggestions on what has worked for you guys would be greatly appreciated. Pics are gravy.
u/69fellatx — 3 days ago
▲ 6 r/beetle
Weber 40 parts
Hello all, based in California. Looking for part numbers or places to look for the accelerator pump jet. This one doesn’t have a size on it, none do. Was wondering where I might be able to find a few of these guys? I’m able to find the silver part number, but there’s nothing on any of the jets. Any recommendations?
u/WrenchBrain — 4 days ago