This page under construction - Created 13th Sept. 1999 Updated 14th Sept. 1999
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Sssooo, this beast should go together with all kinds of goodies inside and outside, and it should fit in a -67 beetle engine compartment. Piece of cake.
There are many ways to accomplish the same goal, some very $$$$ -intensive, some very affordable. Which is the best route to go, is up to you. As I am writing this, (Sept.1999) I still haven't decided which way to go. I'm down to last 2 options, I will either do it myself, using mostly stock VW parts, or I will buy a special conversion kit from
If I choose to go the Do-It-Yourself route, (which would save me lots of money, but requires a lot more work) I will be using the excellent instructions in the book "Type IV Upright Conversion Manual" By
His book is worth it's weight in gold for anyone who is planning to convert, no matter what route or kit you want to use. Buy this manual first, before making any other decisions. It is a must. It is important to get and read the book BEFORE you start any work, or buy parts. Click a link on the table below, to see what's happening in that area. Of course, not much is going on at this point, I have just begun to work on the engine. |
 Case Prepping | Pistons | Connecting Rods |
| Crank | Cam & Lifters | Heads |
| Exhaust | This | That |
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