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  • **JW Classic VW** brings you a great video on narrowing your VW beam on a Volkswagen Bug! This is a great option for anyone who has a 2" narrowed beam and needs that extra clearance a 4" narrowed beam has.
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  • @JWClassicVW
    @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +6

    Be Sure to **LIKE, SHARE, & SUBSCRIBE** Thank you for all the support!!!

  • @user-ml8mk9pr2b
    @user-ml8mk9pr2b Рік тому +1

    NICE INFORMATION THAT YOU SHARE HERE JW

  • @EmmettRacing
    @EmmettRacing 4 роки тому +2

    I’m so glad I bought a narrowed beam instead of making one lol. Good job doing it with the beam still attached to the car!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks man!! Yup having the 4" narrowed beam would have been cool, but this worked out well!

  • @davyboscart1089
    @davyboscart1089 4 роки тому +1

    We like goosing around with our bug's! 😜 You don't shy away from anything...👍

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Lol... yes!! So true man... love a challenge!

  • @HapticGarage
    @HapticGarage 4 роки тому +1

    Cool project JW Classic VW, you made it look easy! Isn't it crazy how one mod leads to another? It's the gift that keeps on giving!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      This is the story of modifications!! 😆 Thanks for being here brother!!

  • @davewilliams6172
    @davewilliams6172 4 роки тому +4

    Next time, I recommend that you ream the hole before cutting the end of the tube off...that way the original bore will help you keep everything in line as it easy to get it out of line using the drill while sat on the floor.
    Great video though, keep up the good work

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      That is a great idea Dave!! Thanks for the info man!

    • @davyboscart1089
      @davyboscart1089 4 роки тому +1

      Maybe next time Jason! 😂

  • @Goldiie65
    @Goldiie65 4 роки тому +1

    It's nice to see you do it in a normal size garage off the floor with not much room like must of us have to :)

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      So true! I live on the concrete brother!!

  • @MrNightraider
    @MrNightraider 4 роки тому +1

    Great video Jason! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      Any time! Thanks for watching brother!

  • @swiftyforlifey1
    @swiftyforlifey1 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video!

  • @Meyersmanx1
    @Meyersmanx1 4 роки тому +1

    Hey mate you are definitely my favourite VW channel to watch and possibly my favourite UA-cam channel but Sarah N Tuned is great too, so maybe it's a tie. I've gained heaps from your efforts so please keep it up. Much appreciation from the land down under!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much Brook!! Glad you like the channel, it means so much and I'm so happy you found Goose and I.

    • @Meyersmanx1
      @Meyersmanx1 4 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW I have shared your yup tube link on several Aussie VW FB sites to so i am sure that you'll pick up some extra followers.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      @@Meyersmanx1 That's awesome!! Thank you!

  • @masbeetleboy9169
    @masbeetleboy9169 4 роки тому +1

    Good job man. I can't wait to see Goose again.

  • @JMKGarage
    @JMKGarage 3 роки тому +1

    Nice looking stance you got there with this setup 👌

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks brother!! I do like it!

  • @gregorynieman7419
    @gregorynieman7419 3 роки тому +1

    Good job. The bug looks great.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you like it, thanks brother!

  • @claudiodelagarza8579
    @claudiodelagarza8579 3 роки тому +2

    Great video!! I'm going to try and install an Empi 2" adjustable beam on my 59 Ragtop. Wish me luck..

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +2

      Glad you liked the video brother!! Good luck on the beam install, I'm sure it will go great!

  • @ShawnSmith-uy3zr
    @ShawnSmith-uy3zr 4 роки тому +1

    Another awesome video. Thanks for sharing 👍

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Shawn!! Glad you liked it man!!

  • @1fastbuggy502
    @1fastbuggy502 4 роки тому +1

    As usual Jason, nice job!

  • @actualsurfer
    @actualsurfer 3 роки тому +1

    Great work. That saw is a "Sawzall" or " Reciprocating saw". A Skillsaw is a worm-drive unit similar to a "circular saw" but far superior.

  • @richs8404
    @richs8404 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing, Jason!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Any time! Thanks for watching man!

  • @tracepederson468
    @tracepederson468 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. I’m also looking at a narrowed beam. Did you need to make any mods to the steering geometry? And how does your set-up handle?

  • @bearvw1966
    @bearvw1966 Рік тому +1

    How shorten beam affected in sharp turn in Hollywood Bowl. In straight I guess no worry...

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  Рік тому +1

      Everything is good to go... no problems turning.

  • @vanderlyjaneiro9213
    @vanderlyjaneiro9213 Рік тому +1

    Excellent job. Could you tell how many percent of softness is lost compared to the original suspension. Thanks

  • @vickk3078
    @vickk3078 Рік тому +1

    Great videos!! Where did you find a 4” narrowed sway bar? Thanks

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  Рік тому +1

      Made it out of a 2" narrowed sway bar.

  • @hillbillyvwnut1205
    @hillbillyvwnut1205 4 роки тому +1

    She’s looking good

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks brother, she is looking FINE!!!

  • @greglogan73
    @greglogan73 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the good video and knowledge....

  • @briansmythe3219
    @briansmythe3219 3 роки тому +1

    great Job bro well done

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks brother!! Appreciate the support man!

  • @actualsurfer
    @actualsurfer 3 роки тому +1

    That is most likely an inexpensive reamer and its good you got great results...However...
    There is a better way to use it. The typical method is to adjust it so it is slightly too small, take a pass, then increase the diameter and the cut slowly. In your case maybe 7-10 passes or more to do a 1/8" cut. You creep up on the press fit tolerances that you need. The result will be very round holes with uniform and parallel sides.
    Your reamer will also last a lot longer too.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +2

      Yes. this adjustable reamer was pretty cheap compared to something pro level. This was definitely my first time venturing into something like this and was pretty happy with the results considering. That is some good info there and 100% correct on making multiple passes... live and learn my friend.

    • @actualsurfer
      @actualsurfer 3 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW Thank you for putting yourself out there with a great subject and successful channel.
      It is not easy to do and takes great effort. Keep going, we are all learning from the work you are doing.
      I learned to use a reamer on bicycle seat tubes. I build custom bicycle frames and after welding the seat tube where the seat post enters, it is not to size and loses its roundness so you have to open it up again. Its a high precision operation to +- 0.02".
      Another tip with the reamer is to be very careful when adjusting or when disassembling them for cleaning. The blades are high carbon steel and very brittle. If you drop one, chances are it will break...ask me how I know! So adjustments should be 1/8 turn at a time.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +2

      I appreciate that man!! Means a lot!

  • @DuckmanCycles
    @DuckmanCycles 3 роки тому +2

    I'm gonna send a couple beams to League City for you to narrow. Heheheeeeeeeeeeeeee!

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      Lol... thats funny, half the time I'm not completely sure things are going to work until they do... then I'm like dang... that WORKED!

  • @Doubleodude
    @Doubleodude 4 роки тому +1

    Great job.

  • @chrisbeard5884
    @chrisbeard5884 Рік тому +1

    Interesting what brake kit is that please.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  Рік тому +1

      This brake kit is the Bad Brake kit from Airkewld... I did a video on it as well!
      ua-cam.com/video/GQlM76xHxuE/v-deo.html

  • @cyprianskiba8768
    @cyprianskiba8768 2 роки тому +2

    Did you reuse the needle bearings in your beam? If yes, why did you choose that over just a Urethan bushing?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  2 роки тому +1

      Yes I kept the needle bearing, these are far superior "in my opinion" to the poly type inserts. There are some other bushing made of Delrin that are pretty nice.

    • @cyprianskiba8768
      @cyprianskiba8768 2 роки тому +1

      I appreciate your reply. It’s hard to decide what to replace my chopped beam with. I like the CB performance 2” narrowed with needle bearings and I like the Airkewld 4” narrowed but the bummer is no needle bearings

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  2 роки тому +1

      I haven't experienced the Airkewld beams but they look awesome!

    • @cyprianskiba8768
      @cyprianskiba8768 2 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW do you have an inner bushing in your beam that you have to replace? If yes, what tool is used for that?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  2 роки тому +2

      No inner bushing, just the bearing.

  • @tavo3112
    @tavo3112 4 роки тому +1

    Just got a 4” narrowed beam I haven’t done this before can I use the same stock trilling control arms with my 4” beam ? Like I say in new to do this I also get a pair of 2” 1/2 drop spindles somebody tell me don’t to install those cause the bug will be on the floor so I think I will just install the beam mistakes jajajaja hope this turns up well

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Hey brother thanks for the question... and as for using your stock torsion arms, YES! Great question to, I'm sure lot's of people have that one. As for the drop spindles, you can use those to, even if your new beam isn't adjustable. The reason why people narrow the beam is to fit the tires under the fenders when using drop spindles.
      Would love to see some pics... Join the Facebook group and share!

  • @mish4776
    @mish4776 Рік тому +1

    Did you have to shorten you tie rods

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  Рік тому +1

      Nope.. I already had the tie rods for a 2" narrowed beam and those worked.

  • @Goldiie65
    @Goldiie65 4 роки тому +1

    What anti roll bar are you using? I can only find a 2in narrowed one in the UK and my beam is 4in narrowed

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      It is the 2" narrowed front stabilizer from CIP1, I just cut it down on both sides to get it to fit. Also had to use ratcheting straps to pull it into place. A little scary but worked... didn't video that because I don't want people killing themselves...lol

  • @antaklugom7389
    @antaklugom7389 3 роки тому +1

    What Beams are these.....? it doesn't look like Original Type 1 Beams.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  2 роки тому +1

      Definitely not the original, it was an Empi 2 inch narrowed beam but I cut another 1.5 inches off both sides so now it's more like a 3.5 inch narrowed beam.

  • @martinharris5017
    @martinharris5017 3 роки тому +1

    Hey Jason, did you find any noticeable stiffening of the suspension after narrowing the leaf stack?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +2

      No I would say the ride is just about as it would be stock, I do have an adjustable beam and 2.5 drop spindles as well.

    • @martinharris5017
      @martinharris5017 3 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW Thanks Jason. I'm only 1.5 inches static drop but I may go lower so it's handy to know, cheers :)

  • @Koloherides
    @Koloherides 3 роки тому +1

    I use my seat belts for steering lock

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      That's a good idea right there! I like it!

  • @Koloherides
    @Koloherides 3 роки тому +1

    dude I looked at a hundred sites for that tool ordered 2 different ones which ill send back now that you showed this. bitchen bud. for that I subed ya I gotta 61 double

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      That is awesome! Always happy when I can help out brother!

  • @bobtomica9614
    @bobtomica9614 8 місяців тому +1

    What does narrowing do to the bug?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  8 місяців тому +2

      This was needed for my VW because of the added offset added with the new front disc brakes. The narrowed beam allows the wheels and tires to fit under the fenders correctly.

    • @bobtomica9614
      @bobtomica9614 8 місяців тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW Again. Thanks for the education 🙂

  • @Buglife59
    @Buglife59 4 роки тому +1

    What brand drill bits sit you use for the ends

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Check out the video description brother all info listed there. 😃😃

    • @Buglife59
      @Buglife59 4 роки тому

      I see t he Cambridge set but not the drill bit set

  • @dmck2533
    @dmck2533 4 роки тому +1

    Those jack stands part of the recall?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Probably haven't checked yet...

  • @nataliomaduro6320
    @nataliomaduro6320 4 роки тому +1

    Nice job done boy with all the description but that beam is not original for it looks

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Yup not original, it is a 2" Narrowed beam that I narrowed about another 2"... so closer to a 4" narrowed beam now. 👍😎👍 Thanks for being here brother!

    • @nataliomaduro6320
      @nataliomaduro6320 4 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW yes i like your videos that's educational for VW enthusiast i like and have video in my files thank again i will be waiting for other episodes

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      @@nataliomaduro6320 Awesome brother!

    • @nataliomaduro6320
      @nataliomaduro6320 4 роки тому

      I will be busy with a mexican engine 1600 fuel injection to start Brake & lines new be made flywheel 4 to 8 dowel heavy duty press plate and header all that's to begin after a chemo therapy mean while change the fenders

  • @cyberctashdummy
    @cyberctashdummy 4 роки тому +1

    What sway bar are using your 4" narrowed beam?

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      Hey whats up Jack! Its a sway bar made for a 2" narrowed beam that I cut to fit. I also had heat and bend it just a little.

    • @cyberctashdummy
      @cyberctashdummy 4 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW cut how or is there a video i should go looking for . . .
      I'm swapping out my beam for a 4" narrowed beam and i want to run a swau bar also.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +2

      There is no video on it brother... wasn't sure it was going to work. I just cut about 1 inch off each side then bent at the end angle about another 10 degrees in.

    • @cyberctashdummy
      @cyberctashdummy 4 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW ok at least i have a direction to head on the sway bar ;-D

  • @termike55
    @termike55 4 роки тому +1

    go with a smaller diameter tire, save you some grief.

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  4 роки тому +1

      Already done!! And everything fits great... little bit of work and I get to keep the tire size I wanted!! Thanks for being here brother!!

    • @termike55
      @termike55 4 роки тому +1

      @@JWClassicVW i know, but call me next time you want to reinvent the wheel.lol

  • @patrickilfrey4543
    @patrickilfrey4543 3 роки тому +1

    Great video !

    • @JWClassicVW
      @JWClassicVW  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks brother, glad you liked it!