Nicely done! When the manual refers to “running in” it’s talking about a new/rebuilt engine which is in its running in period (first few hundred miles)
Ah that's exactly what my engine is doing, it was rebuilt a few months ago and we haven't done many miles since so that would make sense! Thanks for this 👍
I'd only wire brush the plugs as an emergency as the wire brush scratches the surfaces on the plug and gives better adhesion for carbon etc. Use a blowtorch and get really hot or replace with new. As for the plug socket, you can get them with a rubber bush with holds the plug in place so plug won't fall out. Nicely presented and clear advice though :)
Brill vid, loving these new bits n bobs vids, keep it up :) you could do a replacing fan belt one next and checking the spacers to get it to the right tension :) nice n easy 👍
Yes! It's something we tend to put off because it's not the nicest task, but it's satisfying knowing it's done for a few more miles 🙌. Thank you for the lovely comment
Hi Harriet, I’ve just got my first beetle her name is Ruby and she is from 1969. I’m finding your videos really helpful as I become more familiar with her, can you post a video about changing a fan belt? I’d be very grateful. Thankyou for inspiring me! Nat
Hey Natalie! Congrats on getting your first beetle I'm so excited for you! I can definitely try - even if mine doesn't need changing it would be good to learn how to do it when I do have to. Will see what I can sort ❤️
Why did you feel that you needed to clean them. Was it idling weird or shutting off? My beetle has been stalling at stop signs and I think maybe I need to clean the spark plugs
hi I own a 1969 Vw bug and I’m having trouble identifying a part, it involves the wire that connects to the spark plug after u installed the spark plug, The wire has a little c clip looking thing inside of it, do u know what the name of that part is? and also how to get the clip on inside the wire I’m struggling 😂
Those are the original VW plug caps, unscrew the fitting on top of the sparkplug exposing the threads and original sparkplug cap will push right on the plug.
I’ll never get sick of seeing you two. Another excellent and informative video Harriet ❤️
Aw that's so lovely to say! I hope they might help someone themselves one day or motivate more beetle owners to learn about their engines!
Nicely done! When the manual refers to “running in” it’s talking about a new/rebuilt engine which is in its running in period (first few hundred miles)
Ah that's exactly what my engine is doing, it was rebuilt a few months ago and we haven't done many miles since so that would make sense! Thanks for this 👍
I'd only wire brush the plugs as an emergency as the wire brush scratches the surfaces on the plug and gives better adhesion for carbon etc. Use a blowtorch and get really hot or replace with new. As for the plug socket, you can get them with a rubber bush with holds the plug in place so plug won't fall out. Nicely presented and clear advice though :)
very nice video. good lighting and sound. quite informative, concise and straightforward.
well done young lady. you are a natural.
Thank you! Great comment, very appreciative of the positivity! 🥰
The detailed Picts and closeup video make it really easy to understand, thanks!
So nicely filmed and lots of information given. Nice one!! Really enjoyed watching that 😀
Aw thank you lovely, I enjoyed it when it was all done 😂 more work than you think making these videos, I'd rather just get on with the task in hand!
Well done. It’s my ambition to own a classic car, so this may come in handy. 👍
Ooh yes sounds good!
Nice video 💙 if they are oily sometimes I give them a little wash with a brush in some petrol.
Ooh yes petrol is great for cleaning, I used it to clean up my engine. Absolutely adore the smell so I'm not complaining 😂
Brill vid, loving these new bits n bobs vids, keep it up :) you could do a replacing fan belt one next and checking the spacers to get it to the right tension :) nice n easy 👍
Thank you, that's an interesting idea I haven't thought of that one! Good one to have in mind 😁
Another great video! Nicely explained. Now to sort my plugs out 👍🏼
Yes! It's something we tend to put off because it's not the nicest task, but it's satisfying knowing it's done for a few more miles 🙌. Thank you for the lovely comment
Great video and nicely done, good job.
Thank you for this!
Be sure to put some antiseiz on the threads, will save the threads in the head.
Very good job. Greetings from Brazil.
New to Beetles ... love yours 👍😎
Along for the ride...enjoy...👍🇬🇧
I love your videos. 👍🏻
Hi Harriet, I’ve just got my first beetle her name is Ruby and she is from 1969. I’m finding your videos really helpful as I become more familiar with her, can you post a video about changing a fan belt? I’d be very grateful. Thankyou for inspiring me! Nat
Hey Natalie! Congrats on getting your first beetle I'm so excited for you! I can definitely try - even if mine doesn't need changing it would be good to learn how to do it when I do have to. Will see what I can sort ❤️
Baloo The Beetle I thought it would be a good thing to learn too! Thanks
Why did you feel that you needed to clean them. Was it idling weird or shutting off? My beetle has been stalling at stop signs and I think maybe I need to clean the spark plugs
Lovely!
Great video.
hi I own a 1969 Vw bug and I’m having trouble identifying a part, it involves the wire that connects to the spark plug after u installed the spark plug,
The wire has a little c clip looking thing inside of it, do u know what the name of that part is? and also how to get the clip on inside the wire I’m struggling 😂
Those are the original VW plug caps, unscrew the fitting on top of the sparkplug exposing the threads and original sparkplug cap will push right on the plug.
What a darling.
how often do you check the spark plugs?
A couple of times a year, and I change them once a year!