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I have no real source for any rubber in the gauge assembly. I know cip sells a seal but I don’t think it’s the one you are asking about. You may need to get creative or use a broken speedo for parts.

@@WolfHausMotorwerks That's what I figured. I ordered the same thing from Wolfsberg West. I'll just find a sheet and cut one, maybe use gasket material. Thanks for the reply.

Thanks for the question. I try to crimp original style connectors as much as possible. Also I try to avoid joining wires when possible I prefer an uninterrupted wire from one end to another unless there is a factory split etc. There is a bunch of debate between soldering or crimping, both have + -. Use the method you are best at, and that will last. Clean wiring, avoid multiple joints on one line, heat shrink etc will help you have reliable wiring. Hope this helps!

@@WolfHausMotorwerks thanks

That is a Brazilian made wheel. The brand name is JayMatt.

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If I am not mistaken it spins counter clockwise.

The one I got was from Brazil, there are a few guys on FB selling similar ones. Here is an example, I HAVE NO CONNECTION TO THIS SELLER. facebook.com/share/p/JjYSMrC7LEDRDbW9/?mibextid=WC7FNe

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Thanks! As far as I’ve ever heard, they are shift points, meaning that is where they recomend shifting into the next gear in normal conditions.

That’s great! I’m glad I helped, I’m sure it looks neat in blue👍.

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Why is the reverse switch screwed in the transmission? Many older cars (and I’m sure some new ones too), did this. It’s an easy way to have a reliable mechanism to trigger the lights when the gearbox is in reverse. Basically it’s a pin switch that gets pushed in by an arm in the gearbox. Otherwise it would need to be outside connected to the shift lever somehow which would likely cause it to be less reliable in my opinion.

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Hey Flytym! Sorry to hear that you didn’t get value from the video, however those points in my opinion are not really key points to what the video is intended to show. Not sure why you would need to see how much the torsion var sticks out, and as for the plate slipping on, it’s just that, it slips on. The video is to show the concept and give an idea of the steps involved. Also the torsion bar layout changes in some years. Years where you have an extended tube on the spring plate you cannot see the torsion bar end etc. Hope you find the info you need, good luck with the project! 👍👍

That’s great! Notvtye mice 😂, but the fact you found the issue👍. Glad it helped! Thanks for the comment!

Awesome! Glad it helped! Thanks 👍

That’s great!!! I’m glad it helped!!👍👍

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On original units the hole on one side is smaller than the other to cause a directional flow as I understand it. However the point of tte vidéo is not the direction of the flow but rather the fact that they clog up and then have no heat to the carb area, and how I try to clean them out. Regardless of direction no heat is no heat and blockage is blockage.

I mostly use old speedos for parts etc. I’m not aware of any suppliers.

Cool! Thanks for that info!

Thanks for the feedback Not always easy to film properly and get things done at the same time. 👍👍

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Thanks for the kind words! All I can say is take lots of pictures and notes as they can help safe time etc. Try and ve sure you clean as much as you can and limit the number of joints a single line has. Good luck!

I got mine from Brazil it is made under the Runner name. You can also find it under the name bug tec. I don't have a particular seller to refer you sorry.

Awesome! Glad it helped, thanks for the feedback!

@@WolfHausMotorwerks OK, now where do I get my "The Beatles" sticker?

You can DM me at wolfhausmotorwerks@gmail.com

Second question if I do have to buy a used speedometer for this, is that gear pretty standard for these speedos that have the separate fuel gauge?

I'm not aware of many or any spare parts other than a gear for super beetle speedos. I usually source used units to pick parts from.

Ideally I usually get as close to identical unit to swap parts from.

So is it just this video? What exactly is the info you need more clarification on? I had feedback that my videos were too long and drawn out.🤷‍♂️

The Led strip I use is similar to this DC 12V Waterproof 1Ft 15 LED Strip Underbody Light with 6 inches Wires for Motor (White,Pack of 6) a.co/d/5ArgD3r I hope this helps👍

Hey thanks! I'm glad it can help. Unfortunately with these cars it's often the case. Thanks for the comment! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Right on! Glad it helped. They usually should have a fuse on the ignition on wire just fyi. Glad it helped 👍👍

Thanks for the kind words! The les strips I get are 12v so on a 12v car it's a direct connection. On a 6v car id add a converter that converts 6v to 12v you should be able to find them on Amazon or alibaba etc.

@@WolfHausMotorwerksdid you wire the LED strip to the dimmer on the dash?

I can't say what is legal or not in your area, however these speedometers often broke and were not accurate, easily replaced by one from another car, and at 99 999 they would go back to 0. In the video I show how to fix etc, you can also use this to put the correct milage into a replacement speedo for example.

Each bulb socket should have +voltage at the small tabs at the bottom of the socket. The surrounding body of the socket is the - ground to be careful not to short the socket. I usually tape up the test light and only have the first few mm of the test light tip exposed. If no voltage at the base then pull the housing apart a d see if the wires are ok. Some sockets where the bulb has 2 functions will have 2 contacts. Obviously each socket will only be live when that circuit is turned on. Hope this helps!👍 Need more info let me know👍

@@WolfHausMotorwerks ok i’ll try that. My housing has 3 sockets. Signal lights, brakes, and reverse. Only reverse doesntnwork,..for both sides. Ps, i have a 1970 semiautomatic Ghia. Thanks for the suggestion

YOU may want to keep in mi d if the wires are somewhat stock, there is an inline fuse off the coil for the reverse lights. Also you can verify the reverse switch in the gearbox as it may fail or the connectors may be off. Under the car at the nose cone you will see it on the passenger side. YOU can test it with a continuity tester, in reverse you should have the contact closed in neutral no contact. Also you can do a continuity test on the wires to see if broken. The wires to and from the reverse switch are + so be careful to not ground them out. Car does not need to be on to test continuity in the switch. Hope it helps!👍

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Thanks for the kind words! I have some more coming out just need to find time. I'm glad they may help👍

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Awesome comment! Thanks!! I'm glad you got something out of the video👍👍