FAQ 102

Question: I need to replace my steering box in my 1974 super beetle. I was wondering if you could pass on any instructions prior to me diving into the project, I heard rumors that you have to remove the gas tank.

Answer: I can't imagine doing with the tank in. I'm not familiar with the steering box on the Super Beetle, but I think most of what follows applies to all Bugs.

Removing the tank is not too hard, but can be time consuming. It is best done when the tank is nealy empty. I had trouble trying to get the gas out of the filler, so I removed the fuel gauge sender and siphoned the gas out that way. Getting the filler hose off is a struggle because that hose is so stiff.

There are probably two or three small hoses to remove.

Four bolts hold the tank in. You might be able to remove the fuel line by lifting the tank a few inches, or you might have to remove one of the front wheels (passenger side) to remove the fuel line rubber hose from the bottom of the tank. Replace that rubber hose. I use 1/4 unleaded fuel hose.

Be careful with gasoline. Be very, very careful.

My most common advice is to get the book "How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive" book? It covers many major repairs, and has many, many sage hints. My review is at:

http://laudeman.com/bug_b_1562614800.html

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