HiWind

ah! tensioning spring - love knowing the right names - cheers V!

jpar

I'm still collecting parts and cleaning. My engine cradle came today and I thought I'd give the guy a plug. This thing is very nicely made and can't be beat for $120 shipped. I have no affiliation, just a satisfied customer.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifie....php?id=956239

mauro6569

Hi,
I have to do the same job on my motor ...
One question: how much should be raised the car to be able to slide out the engine?: Confused:

jpar

The jack stands were set to about 18" (460mm) and I left the front end on the ground which helped with rear clearance.




Some parts have started to trickle in, now I have to wait for the zinc plater and powdercoat before I can start re-assembly. I picked up most of the clutch parts today.

christallon

You will love the lightweight clutch & p plate upgrade! 18 Lbs of weight savings right there! Enjoying this thread. Thanks for sharing. Are you willing to share cost of zinc plating job?

jpar

It was around $300 for everything pictured plus my crank pulleys, lid latches, and some additional misc hardware. It was a little more than I expected, but this guy does show quality work, not the typical toss everything into a tank together and hope for the best. He's backed up right now so unfortunately they won't be ready until mid Feb.

christallon

Given the number of parts and care required, that seems a fair deal. Thanks for sharing!

STUARTQ

Jpar, nice work, nothing like getting stuck in. you make me feel bad about not doing more with mine.

mauro6569

Thanks for the information
You have brought out of the engine and transmission together?
If so, how have you taken the transmission?

jpar

One more piece of the puzzle arrived today.



And this today....

jpar

Tore B and the Norwegian postal service don't mess around. I ordered this a week ago and it arrived today. Thanks Tore.
Now if this sub freezing weather would just go away.................

jimmy zee

JPar: Just bought my Harbor Freight table lift (1000 lbs) yesterday. Now I need to get in gear and start the job in a few months when it gets warmer. I have a lift so it will make the job easier. Thanks for the info about he table lift, I was looking for something to do the job.............Jim Z

jpar

Nice, yeah it's definitely well worth it for the convenience. Good luck

jpar

A few more parts arrived in the past few weeks and a box from the dealer today. I apologize for these boring posts, I'm just jealous of all the other build threads, I'm at a standstill right now because of the horrible weather and my work schedule.

bunch of parts from the dealer




A decent used fan and lower valve covers from blackbyrd, just need powdercoating now.

jpar

After a long ****ty winter, I now officially have everything i need to finish. I started to reassemble yesterday, and I'm hoping to have the car up and running for Hershey next weekend.