A little spendy ($200), but gives you mechanical and vacuum advance in a 6V unit.
https://www.jbugs.com/product/D189504.html
https://www.jbugs.com/product/D189504.html
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Getting the ‘57 beetle back on the road in 2024
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Thanks I have sent an inquiry to my domestic supplier. On their website, they don’t list this model. Looks interesting though.
Just read a bit more and I would have to replace coil and wires too. Another $250. The rabbit hole deepens.
Yes, I noticed that too. I'm just a wanker, but in the grand scheme of things today, $450 all in for a modern ignition to replace the 70 yoa V-Dub schlub ignition is probably not a terrible deal.
But I feel your pain...on another project bike (KZ) I have found that the coils I bought last year on the advice of some reseller are not really ideal per the manufacturer, and so another $220 for the new ones and the pleasure of selling the other ones on FleaBay.
I’ll see how it runs once I get driving it. With older engines I remind myself the age of the technology and trying to make them run like a modern motor is a never ending challenge. The shakes and rattles are part of the soul and charm of a vintage ride. Reliability is obviously a concern but for me with relatively good wrenching ability, a spare set of points, condenser and cap should keep me going. Perhaps a coil too and naturally basic hand tools are a must. I also have a gold CAA (equivalent to AAA) membership that will tow me home 4X a year for free! With the price of gas maybe that’s a cheap way to travel! Lol
Yes, I noticed that too. I'm just a wanker, but in the grand scheme of things today, $450 all in for a modern ignition to replace the 70 yoa V-Dub schlub ignition is probably not a terrible deal.
But I feel your pain...on another project bike (KZ) I have found that the coils I bought last year on the advice of some reseller are not really ideal per the manufacturer, and so another $220 for the new ones and the pleasure of selling the other ones on FleaBay.
Just heard back from the vendor. $536.00 cdn for the distributor plus coil plus wires. I’ll put this purchase on hold for now.
Ouch! No $hit I'd put it on hold too!
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The new wires probably wouldn't be that sexy blue either, which would be a shame!
Performance!
I bought a case of that long ago. Haven’t used it yet but apparently works great. The bottles feel empty but I think you just open the lid and pour the gaseous contents on top of the motor.
That long ago, it evaporated.I bought a case of that long ago. Haven’t used it yet but apparently works great. The bottles feel empty but I think you just open the lid and pour the gaseous contents on top of the motor.
You guys are all full of hot air... 
Great! I thought KaleCo went out of business. I never pulled the trigger on those porcupine seat covers or a new Johnson Rod. I’m glad it’s not too late.
I think I need some for my air cooled bikes LOL
More progress. Battery hooked up properly and secured, cable for trickle charger installed. Right front door panel made and covered. Nothing fancy but looks much better. Found the misfire in the engine and now it’s putting like a 36hp beast. Fuel in tank and no leaks
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Nice job on the door cards!!
That's all I've ever used.
It looks good from here.......
(carefully) Use a heat gun on the corners?
Generally upholstering goes best when it's warm/ hot.
(carefully) Use a heat gun on the corners?
Generally upholstering goes best when it's warm/ hot.
No heat gun on the big panel. I found if you make enough pie shaped cuts on the corners the material stretches well. I may run into the material sagging in the summer. If it does I’ll have a couple of horizontal lines stitched on the panels.
