Hi!
I have a 1960s VW Beetle that I'm doing up at the moment. So far my mechanic has put in
- recon 1641cc engine+1300cc Transmission - include Mahle pistons/barrells, heavy duty high rpm valve springs, lightened flywheel, new cyc heads, Engle 110 camshaft/gear set, 200mm clutch kit, and a pierburg kombi fuel pump.
(The bigger fuel pump was necessary because during Summer, the hot conditions caused the smaller original fuel pump to malfunction and cause a vapour lock- stalling the car for hours- even at night when temps were still hot 25+)
- lowered front end. Includes anti-sway bars front and back.
- KYB Shocks.
- 12 volt conversion plus everything else needed for it.
At the moment, I'm toying what else to do next to the Beetle to make it go smoother, drive safer+reliable and look prettier =).
The paint work is getting old- the fender have different shades of blue, there's some rust holes near the fenders and one big one underneath the front window rubber. I'd like to give it a new professional paint over- but I want to hold that off to the last- together with the interior cushion work.
What else should I fit in next? I thought of doing disc brakes- but they won't work so well with older VW Beetles.
I'm going to be ordering a camber compensator. But I have to discuss that with my mechanic- my driveway is at an awkward steep incline and the need for rear end clearance is crucial.
Cheers!