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The VW 105-1 Carb Mystery
Hello, 1967beetle.com community. I wanted to share a recent issue I was having with our own ’67 Volkswagen Beetle. A few days ago, I finally got around to installing the correct 105-1 carb; it’s been …
VW 105-1 – Carburetor For The 1967 Deluxe Beetle
Great article, JK, and something I recieve emails about weekly. -ES Deluxe Beetles, which were imported directly from West Germany to Volkswagen Dealerships in the USA, came with the Solex 30 Pict-1 Carburetor. The 30 …
VW 105-1, 30 Pict-1 Carburetor – Part III – Stuck Choke Plate Shaft
With colder weather, especially, the Chokes on our 1967 Beetles with the 30 Pict-1 Carburetors play an even more important part in the starting of the car. We want the Choke Plate to be closed …
VW 105-1, 30 Pict-1 Carburetor – The Choke Processes, Part 2
In Part I, we examined the elements of the Choke Processes. In this article, we want to adjust the Heating Element so that the Choke Plate will respond properly as the engine is working to …
12 Volt Starter Bushing Removal and Installation Using DIY Tools
1967 Beetle Owner and Reader Beth Leverman, of Dallas, Texas, submitted the following method for Bushing Removal and Installation using tools at hand. Thank you, Beth for working this up and for the photos! To …