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JBugs Tech Tip Directory
Technical Tips for Air-Cooled VWs:
We strive to be more than just a parts shop. Below is a compilation of tech articles and videos made in house by JBugs' VW Technicians. We are eager to provide VW enthusiasts with all of the technical information of knowledge needed to successful restore an air-cooled VW. If you have any ideas of tech tips that you would like to see added to this page, please let us know!
Index:
Vehicle Identification and Resources
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VW Body Tech Tips
VW Body Tech Tips
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VW Brake Tech Tips
VW Brake Tech Tips
- VW Hard Metal Brake Line Index - All Models
- Pre-1966 Beetle Brake Diagram
- 1967 Beetle Brake Diagram
- 1968 Beetle Brake Diagram
- 1969-1977 Beetle Brake Diagram
- German vs Brazilian Master Cylinders
- Beetle Brake Inspection Video
- EMPI Disc Brake Installation Video
- Beetle Front Brake Rebuild Video
- Beetle Rear Brake Shoe Replacement Video
- Parking Brake Rebuild Video
- How to Bleed Your Brakes Video
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VW Electrical Tech Tips
VW Electrical Tech Tips
- 1968-1969 Beetle Wiring Harness Installation Video Pt. 1
- 1968-1969 Beetle Wiring Harness Installation Video Pt. 2
- 1968-1969 Beetle Wiring Harness Installation Video Pt. 3
- Wiring: Steering Wheel Horns
- Wiring: Headlight Switches & Relays
- Wiring: Turn Signal Switches & Relays
- Wiring: Ignition Switches
- Wiring: Wiper Switches
- Wiring: Emergency Flashers & Back Up Lights
- 1955-1957 Beetle Wiring
- 1958-1959 Beetle Wiring
- 1960-1961 Beetle Wiring
- 1962-1965 Beetle Wiring
- 1966-1967 Beetle Wiring
- 1968-1969 Beetle Wiring
- 1970 Beetle Wiring
- 1971 Beetle Wiring
- 1972 Beetle Wiring
- Custom Autosound Radio Installation
- Wiring Diagrams
- VW Electrical Terminals
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VW Engine Tech Tips
VW Engine Tech Tips
- VW Engine Calculator
- VW Engine Frequently Asked Questions
- Engine Tin: What is it and where does it go?
- VW Engine Identification
- Performance Exhaust Installation
- Exhaust & J-Tube Installation Video
- Carburetor & Intake Manifold Installation Video
- Starter Installation Video
- Alternator Conversion Installation Video
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Tailpipe Installation
Tailpipe installation is beyond easy!
We recommend using new tail pipe clamp kits whenever replacing or adding tailpipes to a new muffler. Tailpipes and installation clamps are each sold separately.
- Valve Adjustment Procedure
- Fuel Injection to Carburetor
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VW Interior Tech Tips
VW Interior Tech Tips
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VW Rubber Seals Tech Tips
VW Rubber Seals Tech Tips
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VW Steering and Suspension Tech Tips
VW Steering and Suspension Tech Tips
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VW Wheel and Tire Tech Tips
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