.....And so it begins

[MoGas]

1969 Beetle, 1500cc

When I'm done, I hope it looks something like this:

Dave

 

[silvElise]

Looks like a really fun project, I can not wait to see this guy transformed.

 

[RB1]

Looking forward to the build:ylsmoke:

 

[MicroOverland]

I love to see people who think outside the box with their vehicles. :smiley_drive: I'm looking forward to the build. Whats your timeline?

 

[MoGas]

Whats your timeline?

Well, it is a VW and I'm learning that time moves slower in a Vdub.

 

[Redline]

Not that it matters, but shouldn't a 1969 be 1600 cc?

1967 was 1500 cc, then in 1968 up to 1600 cc (if my memory from 30 years ago is right).

Looking forward to the Baja Bug

 

[MoGas]

Not that it matters, but shouldn't a 1969 be 1600 cc?

1967 was 1500 cc, then in 1968 up to 1600 cc (if my memory from 30 years ago is right).

Looking forward to the Baja Bug

Type I's didn't get 1600cc engines until '70. Mine has the H5 block which is correct for that year.

From TheSamba.

Type 1
Code Year Engine/Notes
1- Pre-Jan., 1956 25hp/36hp
1- prefix indicates Type 1 and is not part of the sequential engine number.
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 55-65 1200cc, 36hp/40hp
D0 1966/67 1200cc
F0 1966/67 1300cc
H0 1967 1500cc
F1 1967 40hp
E0 1967 M240 low compression 37hp
L0 1967 M240 low compression 40hp
H5 1968/69 1500cc
B6 1970 1600cc - dual relief, single port
AB 1971/73 1300cc - dual port
AE 1971/72 1600cc - dual relief, dual port
AH 1973/74 1600cc - 8mm head studs with case savers
AJ 1975-1979 1600cc - fuel injected

 

[huntoon]

You gonna race class 11?

 

[Barry]

Beetle possibilities ...

1/. Early Type 2 ('Kombi') reduction boxes, for increased height and lower gearing.
2/. 4 wheel drive as per 'schwimwagen'. (i.e. reduction boxes in front as well.)
3/. Early fabric sun roof.
4/. Remove front passenger seat.

You will have a ... 'Kommanderwagen'! :victory:

 

[MoGas]

You gonna race class 11?

Not with this one. My buddy and I are considering that for a different bug.

This is just a fun project for my daughters and me. They need to learn to drive a stick.


How I ended up with this thing was: My buddy has a '69 that has been in his family since new. It got rear ended and he bought this '69 for body parts. I am ending up with a running, drivable chassis with a clear title, no fenders, bumpers or engine cover.


Dave

 

[RB1]

Keep it simple.For the rear reinforce the rear trailing arms with a boxing kit, change the CV joints to Type 2 or Type 4 ( Type 4 having more degrees capability) You will have to change output flanges on the trans and also the stub axles but either is no big deal. Add a GOOD shock. Weld up the seams on the rear frame horns put in good transmission mounts with a strap kit. Fab up a skid plate and rear bumper. You will need a simple roll cage to tie the rear shocks into.
For the front weld up all the seams on the BJ front end, replace the balljoints with good ball joints add Class 11 shocks( fox, bilstein, etc,) reinforce (sleeve) the tie rods, or replace with HD, replace tie rod ends with stock, aftermarket Ford or International or hiems, set up a hook and rod set up for travel stops, reinforce the steering arms,put a shim between the pitman arm and the bottom of the steering box, leaving approx. .015 interference. Remove front sway bar. Fab up a skid plate and bumper.

Buy the book Baja Bugs and Buggies by Jeff Hibbard. A bit dated but full of tips on building simple bajas and buggies.

You will be amazed at where a simple baja can go:Wow1:

 

[Andrew Walcker]

Nice project! Everytime I watch, "Dust to Glory" I start looking around for a bug!

 

[MoGas]

Class 11 requires full front & rear aprons, full fenders. Essentially an unmodified stock bug.

That's why this one won't work for that. We are looking for a 71 or 72 do make an 11 car out of. Bigger engine, dp, etc. After that, we may make a 5/1600 out of whatever is left.

 

[MoGas]

I picked up a used fiberglass wide eye front end. I just need to find some good used rear fenders, the little engine cover, an exhaust, engine cage, and some decent wheels.