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Hi Peter, never thought about that but it's a neat idea. How would a person know their original engine number? It's different than what is found on the chassis. Maybe it's in the paperwork?

Also, you never take any material from the inner side of the thrust bearing g, because that WILL change the location of the dowel pin! Don’t be telling others how to do something wrong!!!!

Hey Mike. I'm sticking with what I said in the video, but you may prefer the way I explained it when I repeated this experiment here: ruclips.net/video/wLwkHQdJt8Y/видео.html

Hi Brent. These cutters were designed to be set off the bar but I'm willing to try other methods. Are there any pictures/video available of your setup?

@@HapticGarage I cant post pics here , thats why i put the link but thats ok ..

Thanks Zimm, the world needs more @zimms-world on RUclips!

Thanks @dubworldvwadventures , you too!

Thanks Robert, things are busy but good! Yes, checking out these cases and seeing what we can do with them is going to be fun. Always great to hear from you, have a Merry Christmas!

Wow, those were the days. I remember when cases were $300 in the 90's. Whenever it is, we have to do it while we can!

Thanks Terry, great to have you with us!

Saving them is getting more popular now because they are getting harder to find. I'm sure my running restored 1200 will go fast

Yeah, it's practically the end of the line at the 2nd OS.

It might very well go quick Tim, there's always someone that needs a runner!

Thanks @ajk2749, it's great to have you with us getting it done in the shop. Thanks for the Holiday wishes!

Thanks Greg, yeah it's a bunch. Was really nice to find one that doesn't need a line bore!

Thanks @andoletube, Roadie is a great dog. Loves being in the middle of whatever is going on and has a heart of gold. Good to have you with us!

Oh no! I hope you're feeling better these days and the health challenges are behind you. Your gorgeous beetle needs to be on the road! Thanks for the encouragement and holiday wishes, it's always great to hear from you @VWBEETLEOVAL1955

@ hernia surgery, knee surgery and a new hip replacement is a thought year. But the hip is healing very slow by some complications off muscles. But day by day better. But after all we didn’t lose the fight spirit to be back!!!

Thanks @hummv8!

Thanks vintage76, I appreciate the Holiday wishes, will enjoy it with family as usual. If not before, we'll see you again in the New Year!

Thanks stuck1000, great to hear from you!

Hey Mark! If you are referring to the ones that go in the oil pump opening, I like 'em. The case I opened in this video was an easy example because it was empty (no crank, cam, lifters...) and had no sealant. The case splitter tool is a great way to get things started, if only on one corner of the case. From there the rubber mallet, some lifter clips, and little patience is your friend!

@@HapticGarage Glad to hear this!

Thanks Kyridge, I appreciate the encouragement. It's a lot more fun when I'm able to post regularly, and I'll do what I can to keep bringing the detail!

Thanks Annie, and you betcha! You've kept the concept alive while I had to sit this year out. Lots of respect for that. We'll go big in '25 and good things will come from it! I'll keep an eye on the Gremlesiums.

Thanks Ian, I'm happy to share and glad to have you with us!

Yup, this should keep me busy

Thanks Hubertus, and same to you and your loved ones. Will we see a T3 on the road in '25?!? I admire your persistence and know you'll love the result!

Thanks fast buggy and good point. Stockers are a great starting point and a much less expensive way to learn!

Thanks flydude, happy to share and glad to have you with us!

Hey @camberclown, how is the project going? I don't recall the dimensions, but if you're still interested I can take a look next week.

Thanks laroark!

Thanks harleycruiser, yeah, I think it would be worthwhile to try that. I've seen Portatool bars setup both ways but the Truline bars are designed with the cutters clocked 90 degrees apart.

No worries @dog01b52, glad you were able to catch up with us! Despite the tech issues we had with the live stream, this was a fun twist on our usual swap meet live streams. We'll have to do more of this soon!

Thanks Levi!

Thanks Hubertus, I was in the swap meet the entire time, glad to find a few treasures for myself and friends!

Thanks, good to know. I have some of those on hand that I'll send along with the other parts.

Hey Mike. I'm sticking with what I said in the video but it's neat to hear from you again.

Thanks Annie, I'm excited for you to make the upgrade and like the way you're doing it- work with what you have and make improvements as you're able. Glad you're up for another live stream, this was so much fun while it lasted!

I've used a variety of methods, including parking Dweezil nearby or stashing at a friend's swap space. A custom wagon would be a fun addition

@@HapticGarage Having my wagen at swap meets helps, especially for heavy parts.

Yeah, definitely been some times that it would have been helpful. This time I bought an antique pallet jack and needed friends with a trailer to help!

Good info, thanks @vintage76! Do they have an advantage for other applications?

@@HapticGarage Yes, those venturi rings can help any type 1 engine. Look it up, on the samba.

The Venturi rings help with more airflow. Andrig manufactures and sells them for OEM and aftermarket shrouds.

@@vayabroder729 I'll look them up Vayabroder. I have a couple with the venturis I've been saving for the right build. It's good to understand them better!

@vayabroder729 If the FI shrouds are priced right, it will be cheaper to buy them and remove the venturi rings off them. Or used the FI shrouds. The aftermarket venturi rings are $55 plus shipping.

Thanks @vintage76

90% of cars in CA dont have thermostats.....Running mostly in warmer weather at this point. No freezing winter driving anymore. For that theory to be good your engine would need to be running at less than 160 degrees. Which is what most engines ran at before smog equipment. when most air cooled engines are running between 260 and 300 in the summer.

If you’re operating the car in colder climates I’d say yes; they help in warming up the motor appropriately.

Woohoo! Hey Greg!

Hey Fred! It was great hanging out at the show with you last weekend, looking forward to the next one!

Kerosene makes a great shop solvent without being really really flammable like other options. I've tried the organic stuff but it didn't do the job. I'm fortunate to have a parts washer with a petroleum compatible pump.

@ I noticed that The fluid was reddish. Thanks for your responses to my dummy ?

Hey @RJLM330, I use them too but first give both sides a coat of Permatex 3H and let it dry. I feel that makes it more like a real gasket. Because it's fully dry when installed, there isn't a lot of cleanup at the next oil change. Just the untreated paper seems likely to wick oil. Having said all of that, do what works and thanks for watching!

Thanks @RJLM330, so glad you found the series and are enjoying it start to finish!