JBugs - 1971 VW Super Beetle - Transmission Installation

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We picked up a rebuilt Pro Street Flyer Transmission from The Wright Gearbox to install in our 1971 Euro Look Super Beetle. Follow along as we install it in our restored chassis with urethane transmission mounts and a rear transmission support kit. Then we’ll install the shift rod in the chassis and connect it to the transmission with a Heavy Duty Urethane Shift Coupler.

Intro 0:00
Transmission prep: 1:05
Transmission installation: 3:20
Shift rod bushing installation: 4:50
Shift rod installation: 5:10
Shift coupler installation: 5:40

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Tools used in this video:

3/8" Drive Ratchet
3/8" Drive 3" Extension
3/8" Drive 13mm Socket
3/8" Drive 15mm Socket
8mm Wrench
12mm Wrench
13mm Wrench
15mm Wrench
Flat Blade Screwdriver
Vice Grip Pliers
1/2" Drive Ratchet
1/2" Drive 27mm Socket
Jack
Hammer
Punch
Safety Wire
#2 Phillips Screwdriver

Chemicals used:

Grease
Silicone Spray

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Parts used in this video:

VW Urethane Transmission Mount Kit (9540)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/9540.html

EMPI Padded Rear Transmission Support Kit (9543)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/9543.html

VW Clutch Cable Adjusting Wing Nut (131721349)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/1317213...

VW Fuel Line to Chassis Grommets (111-198A)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/111-189...

VW Shift Tube Bushing (111701259A)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/1117012...

VW Shiftrod Bushing Clip (111701263)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/1117012...

VW Urethane Heavy Duty Shift Coupler (16-5105)
https://www.jbugs.com/product/16-5105...

All parts used in this video are available at: http://www.jbugs.com/

Whenever possible we reuse the original parts and hardware. All original hardware was cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner with degreaser then scrubbed and rinsed. All metal hardware was then soaked in vinegar and scrubbed with a wire brush to eliminate any rust, rinsed and then soaked in oil to protect the metal. Large parts were cleaned with degreaser, soaked in vinegar and then when appropriate, painted to protect the finish. This is why we say save your hardware, there is no sense in replacing hardware, especially original hardware if it can be restored and reused!

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Music Provided By:

Keep It Real by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)
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