What did you do to your VW today?

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matt

#2610
September 05, 2018, 08:02:42 PM


Nice!  Does the same key work the ignition? You would get 2  \VW=  \VW= for that!
1955 3-fold semaphore Oval beetle
1971 Convertible beetle
1977 Westfalia, FI,  Berlin interior

Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times.?
― G. Michael Hopf

buglvw (Howard)

#2611
September 05, 2018, 10:39:54 PM
lock a convertible? What for? Just use a razor blade!  devil)-
If you have to copy at least be original!

kvbug (karen)

#2612
September 08, 2018, 12:23:43 PM
      lock a convertible? What for? Just use a razor blade!    devil)-


                                    8rofl=     ROFL)      -rofl\      8rofl=   


good point, Howard!!   
Wise men don't need advice. Fools won't take it. ~Benjamin Franklin

The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.



1970 VW Beetle ,  "Charlie"

Gunterwagen (Nick C.)

#2613
September 10, 2018, 08:40:25 AM
Yeah that?s true but then the person stealing it would end up spending a thousand or so dollars to replace the headliner and top.
Could be better, could be worse, could be in a hearse.

Gunterwagen (Nick C.)

#2614
October 14, 2018, 04:35:30 PM
A little while ago, I had a small engine fire. It was enough just burn the electrical components. Most or all of the metal parts are still ok.  Keep in mind that I?m not a mechanic and this is really the first time I?m working on the engine without someone standing over me and watching. I know it?s small stuff, but you gotta start somewhere..haha.

So far I?ve replaced, the air cleaner, cut off solenoid, oil pressure switch, spark plug wires, pertronics ignition, and coil. I still have a few more things to do but I?m leaving the fuel lines and electrical to George.

Word to the wise. Eliminate the fuel filter in the engine area. All this happened because the fuel filter was replaced and it was defective from the factory. Moving it won?t eliminate the chances of a fire, but it will reduce it.
Could be better, could be worse, could be in a hearse.

lovebus (jack)

#2615
October 14, 2018, 07:51:24 PM
I don't have to go to work in the morning....

RT 66 June 1, 2015

"Why restore it to its former short comings
When you can modify it too its full potential."

Gunterwagen (Nick C.)

#2616
October 14, 2018, 08:24:12 PM
Could be better, could be worse, could be in a hearse.

matt

#2617
October 17, 2018, 07:26:42 PM


So sorry to hear!

 
1955 3-fold semaphore Oval beetle
1971 Convertible beetle
1977 Westfalia, FI,  Berlin interior

Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times.?
― G. Michael Hopf

Gunterwagen (Nick C.)

#2618
October 18, 2018, 12:28:46 PM
Quote from: matt on October 17, 2018, 07:26:42 PM

So sorry to hear!

 

Thanks Matt. Thankfully, it's back up and running again. Only wires and coil burned up. The rest wasn't touched. There's just small little stuff left like sanding and painting the tins to
make them look nice. The fuel filter is going in a different location. Never again in the engine area. I suggest that everyone do the same. Get rid of the German braided stuff and use clamps.
Could be better, could be worse, could be in a hearse.

lovebus (jack)

#2619
November 01, 2019, 01:04:13 PM
Over the last week I started to work on the Strap to fix the the main power switch. When I built the car I opted to do away with the Key switch for a Power switch and push button start switch to start the car.

The power toggle switch broke off so I didn?t bother with it for over a year. Patrick came to my aid and helped remove the hood so it would be easy  to work on the switch. I got a new toggle switch and Patrick put it in for me.
To make a long story short I also needed a new battery. After the new battery was in it started right up. Thanks Patrick, job well done?
I don't have to go to work in the morning....

RT 66 June 1, 2015

"Why restore it to its former short comings
When you can modify it too its full potential."

matt

#2620
November 01, 2019, 08:29:30 PM
Is the new battery on a tender?  4thinking6
1955 3-fold semaphore Oval beetle
1971 Convertible beetle
1977 Westfalia, FI,  Berlin interior

Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times.?
― G. Michael Hopf

lovebus (jack)

#2621
November 02, 2019, 10:14:10 AM
Quote from: matt on November 01, 2019, 08:29:30 PM

Is the new battery on a tender?  4thinking6

No, not on a tender, I disconsolate the battery over the winter..
I don't have to go to work in the morning....

RT 66 June 1, 2015

"Why restore it to its former short comings
When you can modify it too its full potential."

matt

#2622
November 02, 2019, 06:22:11 PM
 That works, but watch any sig drain over time....

https://www.autobatteries.com/en-us/battery-testing-and-maintenance/battery-storage

Maintain Your Car or Truck Battery in Storage
The most important consideration when storing any battery is to make sure the voltage never drops below 12.4 volts. Following these simple tips on battery maintenance can help extend the life of your battery.

If you are storing the battery for an extended period of time, one of the best ways to prevent damage is to make sure the voltage never drops below 12.4 volts. We recommend using a type of "battery maintainer" ? a device that will monitor your battery and keep it at full potential during storage. There are two types of maintenance chargers:

Traditional "float" chargers, which provide constant voltage with tapering amperage to the battery even when it is fully charged. The typical floating charging voltage ranges from 13.0 to 13.8 volts.

Fully automatic multistage or multistep chargers, which monitor the battery and charge it as necessary.Some of these multistep chargers are also capable of working well as battery chargers.

If it is not possible to use a maintenance charger, disconnect the battery from the vehicle during storage to prevent the vehicle from discharging the battery. Always provide a full charge with a battery charger prior to storage, then check the battery voltage every three to six months and charge if it falls below 12.4 volts. Also, when possible, store your battery in a cool, dry location.

If it reaches 12.1 Volts.... really bad for battery life - like bye bye battery, bye bye....

I will be taking out Bob's battery.... tomorrow...

1955 3-fold semaphore Oval beetle
1971 Convertible beetle
1977 Westfalia, FI,  Berlin interior

Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times.?
― G. Michael Hopf

lovebus (jack)

#2623
November 02, 2019, 06:37:47 PM
 \LIKE=  Good info Matt.
Thanks.
I don't have to go to work in the morning....

RT 66 June 1, 2015

"Why restore it to its former short comings
When you can modify it too its full potential."

6T5 square

#2624
November 04, 2019, 12:59:53 PM
I'm not sure if it was mentioned but you should take the battery out of the car if you are trickle charging or on a maintenance charge. If something should happen like a boil over or a short, you might end up replacing a floor pan or a car. Also, don't leave the battery on the floor for charging. too cold. Leave it on a shelf.
John
60 Beetle- Ned
65 1500S Squareback-Weezer gone but not forgotten
2014 Jetta
Dont know everything but I'll try and learn
Friends don't let friends drive 6 volts
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