Seamless Tanks for Air Suspension – what best suits your build? Tanks suitable across all platforms and build requirements by MOA Tanks are a key requirement for onboard air storage, whether this is for air suspension or for off road applications. Capacity and sizing of tanks goes hand in hand. This is where MOA have […]
MST Serpentine Pulley Kits
MST Serpentine Pulley Kits Read more about the functionality and performance of MST tensioner systems. The MST Serpentine Pulley Kit is famous for reliability, consistency, and stunning quality – all while making your engine look amazing! This system delivers a slight horsepower improvement by reducing belt slip and delivering more cooling to your engine than […]
T1 1947-65 Beetle / Ghia Link Pin Lower Bolt on Shock Relocator Guide
T1 1947-65 Beetle / Ghia Link Pin Lower Bolt on Shock Relocators The Ultimate in Aircooled VW Lowering Parts. Move your lower shock for Air and Coilover applications Limebug Gen-II Link Pin Lower Bolt on Shock Relocator’s correct lower shock position on -65 narrowed front beams whilst also increasing lift angle. This is predominantly for […]
Limebug Cantilever Rear Air Ride Kit, Is it compatible with an Automatic Transmission?
Limebug Revolution Air Ride – Automatic Gearbox Will it work with an Auto Trans? In short, yes. “The Revolution” cantilever air ride kit will not be as straight forward to install as it is on the conventional swing axle or IRS transmission chassis however. It will require some adaptation to clearance and relocation certain […]
The Ultrarm for Narrowed Beams, The Ackermann and Steering Angle Corrector
Aircooled VW Steering Lock Corrector for Narrowed Beams Limebug Ultrarm, the solution to poor steering lock, uneven steering and fouling shocks / dampers on narrowed beams. The Problem The ackermann angle, when a beam is stock width is configured so the inner wheel, when in a corner will turn a tighter radius than the outer, […]
MST Serpentine Belt System – Installation Instructions
MST Serpentine Belt Installation – Tension System Install Raw Text Instructions Below MST Serpentine Belt Installation – Pulley Tensioner System Install The following items have been included in your serpentine pulley kit: 1x Crank Pulley (6 ¾” Dia.) 1x Alternator/Generator Pulley (4 ¼” Dia.) 1x 4- Rib Belt (Master Pro # K040370) 1x Machined Aluminum […]
Aircooled VW Wiring, the most useful info!
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 […]
Generator to Alternator Conversion? and which model to choose?
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 […]
White Wall Topper Installation Guide and Help
Instructions for Whiteband Trims – Read fully before fitting. Suitability Trims can be fitted to any type of wheel-alloy, steel or wire. Where low-profile tires are fitted, there must be at least 3 inches (75mm) of sidewall for correct fitting. We recommend that new tyres are driven on first as being brought up to full […]
Snap On Racing Speed Disk Fitting
Snap On Racing Speed Disk Fitting
The Ultimate Spring Plate Guide
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 […]
Manual Air Ride Management Kit Wiring / Valve / Pneumatic Diagrams
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 […]
Beetle / Ghia King & Link Pins Shim Guide (inc Split Screen Bus)
Tie / Track Rods Explained (Sizes, Threads and Nuts Sizes, All Years)
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 […]
How to Tune Weber IDF Carburetor
1. Begin by insuring that for initial carburetor set up all the air by-pass screws should be in closed position. These are not normally used in standard carburetor adjustment. Note to do this, loosen the pinch nut, then turn the screw all the way in until seated, then re-secure the pinch nut. 2. […]
Performance Aircooled VW Camshafts Explained / Complete Data Sheet
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 […]
Engine Bearings / Thrust & Oversize Explained
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 […]
Oil Pump Guides
1300cc and earlier (6mm studs) VWC-311-115-107-KBR – 25-36HP 12-1300CC OIL PUMP – FOR ALL BEETLE STYLE ENGINES WITH 6MM OIL PUMP STUDS 1500cc and earlier (6mm studs + 10mm inlet) VWC-311-115-107-KHD – HEAVY DUTY OIL PUMP 26MM GEARS 6MM HOLES – FITS 25-36-40HP 12-1500CC – BEETLE/GHIA/BUS/T-3 61-67 – (WITH 10MM INLET OIL GALLEY) 1500cc (8mm […]
Engine Torque Recommendations
Engine Torque Recommendations Crankcase nuts Crankcase 12mm nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft/lbs Crankcase 8mm nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ft/lbs Cylinder […]
Solex Carb Tuning Workshop
Area 1 – Fuel System 1. Please make sure that the Fuel Pump is in good working order. 2. Install a new inline Fuel Filter to prevent dirt and grit for contaminating the fuel circuits of the carburettor. The tiniest amounts of “grit” can cause blockages in the fuel circuit in the carburetor (new or […]
Full Flow Aircooled VW Motor / Engine Explained
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 […]
Steering Column Spline Size Guide
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.
Screw On Racing Speed Disc Fitting
Looking to add that cool Salt Flat Racer look to your Volksrod or custom project. Speed disks are a great way to achieve this. If you want total authenticity the Screw on Speed disk is the disk of choice for you, availabel from 8″-27″ in genuine Spun Aluminium from the masters of hot rodding at […]
Serpentine Pulley Belt Systems, Why?
Aircooled VW Serpentine Systems Explained and the why Why Serpentine not Stock V Belt? A common question we hear, the big reason is cooling and charging. Sounds strange to link a belt to do both those things but here is how. A stock V-belt drive uses a number of shims to maintain the tension […]