The Volkswagen Super Beetle 1971 - 1974 Restoration Handbook tells you how to restore a Super Beetle to clean, roadworthy condition with minor modifications to improve performance and handling.
It describes a detailed build-up from paint and body to interior and mechanical parts. It is an invaluable guide for any Super Beetle owner or restorer.
Contents: ● The Rise and Fall of the Volkswagen Super Beetle ● Initial Inspection and Evaluation ● Interior / Exterior Disassembly ● Front Suspension Disassembly ● Front Suspension Rebuild ● Rebuilding the Steering Box ● Replacing the Package Tray ● Rebuilding the Brakes ● Replacing the Spring Bushing Plate ● Removing Undercoating ● Basic Bodywork ● Removing Window Glass and Door Locks ● Sanding and Priming ● Removing the Body from the Pan ● Replacing Rusted Fenderwells ● Final Paint ● Assembling the Long Block ● Replacing the IRS Transmission ● Installing the Headliner ● Installing Rubber, Doors and Windows ● Installing Wiring Harness and Electrical Components ● Soundproofing Our Beetle ● The Fuel and Fresh Air Vent Systems ● Finishing the Interior ● Installing Exterior Body Parts and Trim ● Technical Specifications
Covers all Super Beetle models manufactured in Volkswagen's glory years of 1971-1974.
