ER34 / SM35 / GT35 / 6335 – Specifications PLUS is (Positive ET) Outer Dish Size (Inches) Inner Barrel Size (Inches) Backpad (mm) Offset 0.5 4 0 4.5″ Overall Width with 0.5″ Lip ET44.45 0.5 4.5 0 5″ Overall Width with 0.5″ Lip ET50.8 0.5 5 […]
MOA GS-Series Shock Absorber (Length / Firmness) MOA Gas Charged Shock Absorbers compatible across Beetle, Ghia, Type 3, T2 Splitscreen & Bay Window Platforms What shocks do I really need? Deciding on an appropriate shock can be a difficult decision to make, option for a gas charged shock is best suited to most applications – […]
Scat Camshaft Grind Duration Data Below reference Scat P/N’s – Scat Camshaft Grind / Duration Data – Limebug Pro-Comp & Drag Hardcore Early Type 1 Bolt-on Gear Racing Camshafts Street and Off-Road Grind / Duration Scat Part # Grind Lift @ Cam Lobe Adv Dur Dur @ .050″ 20003 C20 .320″ 277 234 20004 C25 .350″ […]
Who hates re-wiring your VW?, make it simple with this guide! The first and most important thing to learn when doing a full re-wire of your VW is the basic rules of wire colouring, and how to read a wiring diagram. 1: Wiring Weight: It sounds obvious but when identifying a replacement wire, every wiring […]
A Simple guide to converting your Aircooled VW from Dynamo/ Generator to internally regulated Alternator The first thing to note is depending on if you are on 6 volt or 12 volt electrical system will dictate the position of your regulator on your dynamo. On 6 volt systems you will find the regulator screwed to […]
Spring Plates ExplainedGetting to know torsion bars, spring plates and what they do The following is a technical article written for better understanding of the rear air-cooled VW suspension as well as our products. For the majority of people, the rear VW suspension is little understood and more often misunderstood. Why does my ride quality […]
Air Ride Manual 4-Valve Management System Wiring Diagram for most Manual Operated Air Ride Systems These wiring diagrams cover all “C” Model Viair Compressors as Included with our Manual Air Ride Management Kits Use the Following Diagram for Twin Compressor Setups We recommend all items are installed by a qualified individual(s). We accept […]
Trailing Arm Codes T1 1966-85 Beetle / Ghia Ball joint Trailing Arm P/N’s 131405151A – Lower Left 131405152A – Lower Right 131405104A – Upper Left / Right T1 1947-65 Beetle / Ghia King & Link Pin Trailing Arm P/N’s 111405105D – Upper Left / Right 111405151C – Lower Left / Right T1 1947-65 Beetle / […]
Track Rods Explained? Are track rods the same length on RHD and LHD Beetle’s and Ghia’s?, do they just flip over each way? Simple answer is no, but don’t worry we can help! Here are the OE measurements of Track rods on standard Beetle’s Ghia’s, Trekker’s, and Friddy’s (All data is stock width […]
Camshafts & Accessories Scat Camshafts have these great features: Race Proven Camshaft Profiles Designed For All Types Of Engine Applications All specifications are at the valve using a .050″ checking clearance Consistent lobe hardness all the way to the core center (Chilled Cast) Material is compatible and uniform with 20018 lifters (55-60 RC) Tough enough to stand up to […]
T1 / T3 Crankshaft Main Bearing Set Aircooled VW Engine Performance Internals and Bearing Sets Limebug now offers oversize bearings along side out normal range. Explanation of the theory and most suitable bearing for your application below, be sure to select the correct bearing combination using our details section and tech centre. How to measure […]
Engine Numbers, 1200-1600cc Engine Size Engine Code Single or Twin Port Year Power (BHP) 1200 D Single Port 8/65> 34 1300 F Single Port 8/65-7/70 40 1300 AB Twin Port 8/70-7/73 40 1300 AR Twin Port 8/73-7/75 44 1500 H Single Port 8/65-7/70 47 1600 AD Twin Port 8/70/7/73 50 1600 AE Twin Port 8/70-7/71 […]
How to calculate Engine CC Formula – Bore (mm) X Bore (mm) X Stroke (mm) X 3.1416″ = Engine cc Example – 90.5 X 90.5 X 69mm X 3.1416 = 1775cc (to get the Volume of 1 cylinder in CC divide by 4) Example – 1775 ÷ 4 = 443.75 Bore Stroke – Engine Displacement […]
How to calculate Deck Height in CC’s the inch system Forumla – Bore (in.) X Bore (in.m) X Stroke (in.) X 12.87 = Deck in CC Example – 90.5mm = 3.563″ X 3.563″ X .060″ X 12.87 = 9.80cc 1mm = .03937 or the Mm system Forumla – Bore (mm) X Bore (mm) X Deck […]
How to calculate Compression Ratio Forumla – Head cc = Deck cc = 1 cylinder volume Head cc + Deck cc Example – 69mm X 90.5mm engine size = 1775 ÷ 4 = 443.75cc .060″ Deck = 9.80cc Head = _____50.00cc 503.55cc Compression Ratio Chart 1300, 1500, 1600cc Type I, […]
Engine Torque Recommendations Crankcase nuts Crankcase 12mm nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft/lbs Crankcase 8mm nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ft/lbs Cylinder […]
Type 1 (T1) & Type 2 (T2) Engine Codes: Code Size in CC Model From BHP B 1600 T2 8/67-7/70 47 D 1200 T2 5/59- 34 @ 3800 RPM D 1200 T1 8/65- 34 E 1300 T1 8/65-7/70 37 F 1300 T1 8/65-7/70 40 H 1500 T2 8/65-7/68 44 H 1500 T1 8/65-7/70 44 […]
VW Gearknob Compatibility Chart All Convertors supplied by Limebug convert upto 16×1.5mm. This is the standard size of all premium gearknobs boss. Vehicle Gearbox Threads Beetle 1952 – 61 Manual Gearbox 10mm x 1.50 Beetle 1962 – 67 Manual Gearbox 7mm x 1.0 Beetle 1968 – 79 Manual Gearbox 12mm x 1.50 Ghia 1956 […]
The primary benefits of full flowing the oil cooling /filtration system is increased cooling efficiency, reduced operation temperature fluctuation. Optional electric thermostat operated fan / and or bypass cooling, modern particulate filtration in both wet and dry sump options, running increased pump gear size (higher oil pressure) 30mm gear. For details on components to achieve […]
Aircooled VW Steering Wheel Spline and Nut Size Diameters with Years T1 Beetle / Ghia & Type 3 – 25mm diameter course spline on 1949 to 59 cars. – 21mm diameter fine spline on 1960 to 73 cars with 27mm nut. – 18mm diameter fine spline on 1974 on cars with 24mm nut.
Gearbox Reference / Ratio / Ring and Pinion Technical Data VW Beetle Ghia Type 1 / T14 inc Type 3 + Type 2 Split Screen Gearbox Reference Table VW Type 1 / Type 14 / Type 3 and Type 2 Split Screen Gearbox Reference Table Model Year, Ring and Pinion, Final Drive Reference Chart, Code […]
Limebug Apparel Size Guide MediumChest 38″Length 26″ LargeChest 42″Length 29″ X-LargeChest 44″Length 27 1/2″ XX-LargeChest 48″Length 31 1/2″
