Good to see Elton John's found a nice hobby that doesn't involve copious amounts of olive oil and inflatable objects now that he's decided to give up touring. Good on you Elton, Diana would be proud!!!!! Peace.
I really like your approach in ACTUAL assembly of this motor. Others I have watched show nice new engine parts and "things to remember" during assy. but not much else. Good job.
Always use an exhaust gasket! Even if you have to make them out of thin exhaust gasket material. Where your header pipes slide together use some never seize. It will aid in fit and also seal. If you ever have to remove the header, the pipes will come apart much easier too.
The air flaps that go inside the fan shroud, and the rod that the thermostat threads onto, and thereby adjusts the flaps, appear to be missing. Without these, and the thermostat, the engine will take longer to reach ideal operating temperature. Also, since the fan that cools the engine blows the same air into the passenger cabin to heat the passenger cabin, the passenger cabin will take longer to heat up on a cold day. With temperatures below 0 deg C, it will take 15 minutes for the cabin to heat up, instead of 3. Leaving them out will not help the engine run any cooler. Running the engine cool for longer than necessary will not only increase emissions, but will increase engine wear and decrease engine life. The procedure for adjusting the thermostat is very simple. You don't need any special equipment. I don't understand why anyone would leave it off. Even in a hot climate, it is best for the engine if it warms up to ideal operating as soon as possible.
Theodore Zuckerman - Totally agree. I believe most leave it off in a combination of laziness and misunderstanding of the roll a thermostat plays in the engine. Why don't most people wonder why ALL manufacturers use them? If it was good to leave them out, for any reason. Believe me manufacturers would be the first to skip it and save the cost and additional headache. ;-)
Hello VW Bug world, I’m pulling out a ford pinto engine 2.3, out of my Rail buggy and getting a 1915 Cc VW stock engine, it’s about time, it’s a dual carb and being installed by a 50 year plus experienced VW mechanic! My question is, He’s installing stock carbs and a stock muffler! What modifications are best to have my mechanic Install as he spends the next 2 weeks installing my new Engine into my rail buggy? Thanks so much ! Please be as specific possible !
Glad you like them. We would like to make more episodes but we have been unable to secure any advertisers or sponsors (other than google clicks) so it's "back to our day jobs", sorry.
I really enjoyed the series. In fact, I watched them I'm one sitting. I have an avid interest but little practical hands on. With that said, let me ask you; Did you use a torque wrench or thread locker in your final tighten down and what was an estimate on the hours? Thanks so much for posting, your knowledge is invaluable.
Hello, thanks for the support. Super stoked you like the series! I do use a torque wrench, (both foot and inch pounds) and thread locker but not on everything. What are you looking to complete?
What is the point of this dual carb setup? These things produce very little power and those carbs probably won't do much while complicating the system.
Hello, Phil your host here... I'm available for questions, suggestions and would love to hear and/or help with your projects. I'm always looking for projects and/or finding cars for people who have the passion... have fun!
those Empi parts are some of the Worst fitting parts you can get, they are bad clones of quality parts, and personally I'd never trust chinese knockoffs for something as crucial as an oil pump
Some people have bad speech habits when speaking in public. I enjoyed the presentation but I was sick to death of the repetitive use of the word "BASICALLY". Please stop......
Nice video and a really sharp looking build thanks for sharing
Good to see Elton John's found a nice hobby that doesn't involve copious amounts of olive oil and inflatable objects now that he's decided to give up touring. Good on you Elton, Diana would be proud!!!!! Peace.
I really like your approach in ACTUAL assembly of this motor. Others I have watched show nice new engine parts and "things to remember" during assy. but not much else. Good job.
Thanks for another great video brother... I wish you all the best in the new year and will be waiting to hear that baby fire up soon!
its good to see Andy Dick found a new career in vw motor building!
Thanks for sharing,great info,cant wait for more videos on your rebuild
i learned a lot on your videos thanks.
Leandro São Paulo - Brasil !!! Very good!!!
Always use an exhaust gasket! Even if you have to make them out of thin exhaust gasket material. Where your header pipes slide together use some never seize. It will aid in fit and also seal. If you ever have to remove the header, the pipes will come apart much easier too.
Thanks for another great video and I wish you the best in your New Year brother! I'll be waiting to hear that baby fire up soon ;)
The air flaps that go inside the fan shroud, and the rod that the thermostat threads onto, and thereby adjusts the flaps, appear to be missing. Without these, and the thermostat, the engine will take longer to reach ideal operating temperature. Also, since the fan that cools the engine blows the same air into the passenger cabin to heat the passenger cabin, the passenger cabin will take longer to heat up on a cold day. With temperatures below 0 deg C, it will take 15 minutes for the cabin to heat up, instead of 3. Leaving them out will not help the engine run any cooler. Running the engine cool for longer than necessary will not only increase emissions, but will increase engine wear and decrease engine life. The procedure for adjusting the thermostat is very simple. You don't need any special equipment. I don't understand why anyone would leave it off. Even in a hot climate, it is best for the engine if it warms up to ideal operating as soon as possible.
Theodore Zuckerman - Totally agree. I believe most leave it off in a combination of laziness and misunderstanding of the roll a thermostat plays in the engine.
Why don't most people wonder why ALL manufacturers use them? If it was good to leave them out, for any reason. Believe me manufacturers would be the first to skip it and save the cost and additional headache. ;-)
Theodore Zuckerm
For those who want to do VW air cooled engine work safely, there are bench mount (Abt. $33) and floor stand engine mounts (Abt. $170) available.
Hello VW Bug world, I’m pulling out a ford pinto engine 2.3, out of my Rail buggy and getting a 1915 Cc VW stock engine, it’s about time, it’s a dual carb and being installed by a 50 year plus experienced VW mechanic! My question is, He’s installing stock carbs and a stock muffler! What modifications are best to have my mechanic Install as he spends the next 2 weeks installing my new Engine into my rail buggy? Thanks so much ! Please be as specific possible !
can you make a video on how to turbo charge these engines please? and how much HP will this engine have?
Are there any new videos coming soon?
I like all your previous ones. Thanks.
Glad you like them. We would like to make more episodes but we have been unable to secure any advertisers or sponsors (other than google clicks) so it's "back to our day jobs", sorry.
@@DIYGermanAircooled
🙁
i have a 1969 v w bug i am looking at modifications pt 3 assembly diy german aircooled a1 sidewinder exhaust
Why do you use 2 metal and 1 fibre gasket on each of the manifold to head joins?
Are the engine internals original..?? What kind of power do you get from an engine like that..?? How much does the parts cost..? Good video..! =)
What size sidewinder is that?
I really enjoyed the series. In fact, I watched them I'm one sitting. I have an avid interest but little practical hands on. With that said, let me ask you; Did you use a torque wrench or thread locker in your final tighten down and what was an estimate on the hours? Thanks so much for posting, your knowledge is invaluable.
Hello, thanks for the support. Super stoked you like the series! I do use a torque wrench, (both foot and inch pounds) and thread locker but not on everything. What are you looking to complete?
I like your web series. What brand glasses are you wearing?
Persol.... Steve Mcqueen made them famous.. have fun!
what brand are those numbered spark plug wires? thanks
NGK are good ones
U still need some kind of gasket NO metal face will seal flat on 2 bolts join where heat is concerned - metal expansion rates ....
Basically, an interesting video, basically.
jayfmiller basically
What is the point of this dual carb setup? These things produce very little power and those carbs probably won't do much while complicating the system.
the exhaust stestom
Hello, Phil your host here... I'm available for questions, suggestions and would love to hear and/or help with your projects. I'm always looking for projects and/or finding cars for people who have the passion... have fun!
I have a 68 bus type two, looking for an everyday driver motor with that upgrade you have put in yours. just wanted to know what I can put in there.
Hello, I have a pretty much stock 1650. for your 68 i'd go up to 1776 - 1805 with a mild came same set up as i have in the video. have fun!
Basically speaking
looks like brand new...hahaaaaa
Friends don't let friends use those horrible metal exhaust gastkets either...
Please stop saying the word "basically" !!!! otherwise this set of videos are awesome !
Thank you, please view the beginning of episode 11 and read "comments" where we have addressed this quality control issue.
m schiffel basically, you're a dumbass
those Empi parts are some of the Worst fitting parts you can get, they are bad clones of quality parts, and personally I'd never trust chinese knockoffs for something as crucial as an oil pump
Some people have bad speech habits when speaking in public. I enjoyed the presentation but I was sick to death of the repetitive use of the word "BASICALLY". Please stop......
friends don't let friends use those oil pump covers. Ever.
Jeff, why is that?