The Stupid Question Thread

[Hanky461]

Can anyone tell me just how different the carpet kits for the 1971 convertible vs sedan super beetles are? I found some clearanced convertible carpet for an incredible price but unfortunately have a hole-less roofed superbeetle.

[itskyle]

Ok,

Here goes....


Is it worth it?

If not, how much is it worth?

http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/5497640102.html
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69 or 72 Autostick Bug current
66 Bug (We both miss it)
74 SuperBeetle Auto Stick (I miss that car)
73 SquareBack, Straight Stick (Wife misses this one.)

[vamram]

$500 tops.
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'73 Super - 6/18 - Present - Daily Driver!
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[wcfvw69]

[Just us buses]

What's a battery cost? I, personally wouldn't buy anything I couldn't test-drive unless it was for salvage (I do a lot of that) Check out Muir's idiot manual for how to buy a Volkswagen . Get a buddy who has some knowledge of cars if not VWs to help you check it out. How much would you pay for a comparable Honda or Ford ? If you've done some research and you like the car, try to bargain w/ the seller and if you can afford it ( it's a vintage high-maintenance car) BUY IT and enjoy while you become a Volkswagen owner/ mechanic!
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[GMATech]

I need a good source for torsion seals. I'm almost ready to get the new beam together. The ones I got are some plastic crap, not even rubber.

Also is there any reason I can't add grease fittings to a beam that doesn't have them? Any other tips? I'm going to press ball joints, and set up the disc brake kit and then I'll be ready.
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72 standard beetle project - for sale
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[Volks Wagen]

Why are there unstupid questions in the stupid question thread? Some of these unstupid questions will not reach the right audience, so you folks won't even get stupid answers.
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[costonjs]

never mind. i answered the questions myself. i'd delete the post but can't figure it out.
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73 sport beetle blue 1745cc (going to sister)
74 std beetle grey w/ factory sunroof 2016cc

[legotech7]

This might qualify as a stupid question... I don't know ...but I'll ask it anyway and hope to get get a not so stupid answer.... I was putting together my 1600 so I can finally drive my bug. I guess in a rush, I for got to attach the vacuum line from the dizzy to the carb. Took it out for a drive and after about 10 minutes of driving I get to a stop sign and it stalls. I tried starting it up to no avail. I looked in the engine bay while scratching my head I noticed the vacuum line disconnected..I plug her up, engine started. Could just the vacuum line make it stall?. I drove home with no other issue, but still scratching my head.... Any Ideas?....... Thanks all....

[wcfvw69]

[legotech7]

The dizzy is an svda with electronic ignition and the carb an empi cheap nock off from china 34 pict-3... I know its not the best performing carb, but thats all I could get in the 34 series within my budget... After I hooked up the vacuum line it ran fine. Haven't taken it out today, but maybe this afternoon. Will see what happens.. BTW, the carb is new, thats not to say it didn't come with a defect.... Anything is possible with these cars.......

This is the dizzy......

[drgerry]

My 74 beetle wasn't running right, but I found the problem.
I had a loose nut between the steering wheel and the seat . . . . .

[67rustavenger]

[Goldbug3318]

Ok here's my contribution to the stupid questions thread.....

So I'm trying to clean up the wiring in my engine bay. The wire that goes from my condenser to the coil is about a foot long even though the distance might be 6 inches. Can I just shorten this?? Thought I'd ask before I go cutting things up.
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2008 Ford Mustang Coupe
2003 Chevy Corvette

[drgerry]

[67rustavenger]

[Goldbug3318]

Thanks guys!!
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1971 Super Beetle 1302S
1641 DP, lowered, 914's, etc...

1990 Ford Mustang Coupe
2008 Ford Mustang Coupe
2003 Chevy Corvette

[vinnimac]

Hello, Figured this would be the best place to start with this search for knowledge. I just received two VW items from a friend of my son's for free. An "AH" case with crankshaft, couple con-rods, and the head/cyl studs; and an almost complete 'B6' engine. From what I have seen on the engine code page, they are both 1600, dual relief cases, with the B6 being sold with single port heads, which it has on it, and the AH having dual port heads originally. As far as the cases are concerned, all else being equal, is there any pros/cons as far as which one would be preferred? Let's assume they are both mechanically sound, with no real damage anywhere. They were both in a small horse barn for YEARS, and with the AH case being open the whole time, not counting on any of the internals being useful at all.

Looking for facts, AND opinions, as I have not built one in a very long time, and figure most of you reading this will have more recent experience than I.
Thank you for your positive inputs!

[Stephen.]

Can a 1969 bug with a healthy 1600 engine tow another bug? I am looking to pick up a project bug/baja and was wondering if I had to could I tow it with my bug?

[bikesndbugs]

does anyone know the size of the clips on the wiper linkage mine is missing one and i can't find the right size?