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Technical / Re: 68 autostick slipping in e...
Last post by Raymond73 - 04 June 2026, 01:14Some general ideas as there are a lot of things that could cause it besides vacuum leaks that you ruled out:
What gear did you have it in when you pulled the engine and then re-installed? If bumped, the gear shifter may be misaligned with improper throw. You may try loosening the gear shift at the base to check for proper adjustment.
You say the control valve is working, did you have someone verify the arm clutch arm activates while the engine is running and the shifter is grounded out? It may not be moving out of neutral even if the gear shifter activates the nose cone. I had an issue with a broken ground on the shifter.
Your ATF is full, correct?
What gear did you have it in when you pulled the engine and then re-installed? If bumped, the gear shifter may be misaligned with improper throw. You may try loosening the gear shift at the base to check for proper adjustment.
You say the control valve is working, did you have someone verify the arm clutch arm activates while the engine is running and the shifter is grounded out? It may not be moving out of neutral even if the gear shifter activates the nose cone. I had an issue with a broken ground on the shifter.
Your ATF is full, correct?
#2
Technical / 68 autostick slipping in every...
Last post by Tomlx50 - 02 June 2026, 23:17Hi I could use some help with my autostick. I pulled the engine out to do some work on it and the car was shifting fine. After I installed the engine it goes into every gear but slips it will hardly move. I checked everything I can think of with no luck I don't know why the clutch isn't engaged all the way. Clutch servo good no vacuum leaks, control valve working normal. Any thoughts?
#3
Technical / 1968 Ghia 12mm vacuum hose len...
Last post by Sudar - 11 May 2026, 16:55UPDATED
I purchased hydraulic hose from a local shop. It is Parker 387TC-8-RL (1/2" ID)
Lengths needed for '68 Ghia Autostick
All measurements are from Control Valve:
23" to Servo
42" to Vacuum tank
17" to Manifold port
82" total, just under 7 feet
I'll post again after the car has been driven for a while and I know the hose works.
Hello all! I have searched but can't find the lengths needed for 12mm vacuum hoses on a Karmann Ghia. Does anyone have this information?
I'm still searching for the wire reinforced hose here in the USA. Biometrics has it for $34+ Anyone on here from USA that has found a suitable alternative to OEM type hose?
Thanks for any and all help!
Darrin
I purchased hydraulic hose from a local shop. It is Parker 387TC-8-RL (1/2" ID)
Lengths needed for '68 Ghia Autostick
All measurements are from Control Valve:
23" to Servo
42" to Vacuum tank
17" to Manifold port
82" total, just under 7 feet
I'll post again after the car has been driven for a while and I know the hose works.
Hello all! I have searched but can't find the lengths needed for 12mm vacuum hoses on a Karmann Ghia. Does anyone have this information?
I'm still searching for the wire reinforced hose here in the USA. Biometrics has it for $34+ Anyone on here from USA that has found a suitable alternative to OEM type hose?
Thanks for any and all help!
Darrin
#4
Parts / Need flexplate
Last post by Chippy Senior - 03 April 2026, 22:33Looking for a flexplate - shipped to UK - anyone sitting on a good one?
#5
Vehicles / Re: Red 70KG Seattle car (very...
Last post by GhiaHeadAZ - 08 March 2026, 22:06Id like to see more pics....
#6
Vehicles / Red 70KG Seattle car (very rus...
Last post by GhiaHeadAZ - 08 March 2026, 22:03Red Rusty '70 KG autostick -
Just purchased this, but this restoration beyond my skillset. approx 80k miles on dealer maintenence records.
Complete original Engine/Trans/body parts/glass/seats/spare tire.
Ghia was in 'SAFE' storage in shipping container Seattle, Wa. AFTER 25 years/rust throughout lower body.
Extreme rust-pan to body area drivers side, more pictures available for serious discussion related to purchase.
Must sell car, not parts, ALL or nothing. $2000 or reasonable offer.
Peter B. -- Sun City West,Az 85375 (Phoenix,Az)
Just purchased this, but this restoration beyond my skillset. approx 80k miles on dealer maintenence records.
Complete original Engine/Trans/body parts/glass/seats/spare tire.
Ghia was in 'SAFE' storage in shipping container Seattle, Wa. AFTER 25 years/rust throughout lower body.
Extreme rust-pan to body area drivers side, more pictures available for serious discussion related to purchase.
Must sell car, not parts, ALL or nothing. $2000 or reasonable offer.
Peter B. -- Sun City West,Az 85375 (Phoenix,Az)
#7
Technical / Re: 1970 VW Type 1 Auutostick ...
Last post by Chippy Senior - 07 July 2025, 18:03Hi - I've not seen such a thing, but that doesnt mean it doesnt exist! I will have a look around. I would expect it to be fairly difficult to acquire certain specific parts and a donor clutch may be a better solution.
I know I have part numbers for certain 'major' parts but nothing more than can be found on certain supplier catalog pages.
Might be worth raising the question on TheSamba?
I know I have part numbers for certain 'major' parts but nothing more than can be found on certain supplier catalog pages.
Might be worth raising the question on TheSamba?
#8
Technical / 1970 VW Type 1 Auutostick Expl...
Last post by LA Irish - 05 July 2025, 21:44Gentlemen
I am going to undertake separating my engine for my transmission next week. Clutch is frozen and no matter how much banging I do it won't release. Not sure condition of components but hoping for best preparing for the worse.
I am looking for an exploded view that also included part numbers to help easy my identification and ordering of clutch component parts. I know several vendors have some of the part numbers but really would like more details if possible. Not sure if there is an old VW document/shop manual that might have them.
Got the Bentley manual to help id the parts but really need the numbers. Does anyone know where I can locate such a document? Also, any recommendations on what parts should be replaced would be appreciated.
Thanks
I am going to undertake separating my engine for my transmission next week. Clutch is frozen and no matter how much banging I do it won't release. Not sure condition of components but hoping for best preparing for the worse.
I am looking for an exploded view that also included part numbers to help easy my identification and ordering of clutch component parts. I know several vendors have some of the part numbers but really would like more details if possible. Not sure if there is an old VW document/shop manual that might have them.
Got the Bentley manual to help id the parts but really need the numbers. Does anyone know where I can locate such a document? Also, any recommendations on what parts should be replaced would be appreciated.
Thanks
#9
General / Re: Still active?
Last post by redeyedtreefr0g - 29 June 2025, 03:46I like it here. Reading threads on this forum tends to teach me the stuff I need to know in a nice direct manner without a bunch of "swap in a manual", negativity, or random guesswork by people who feel the need to click that reply button for no reason.
I'm putting together a 1972 Super Beetle autostick which also happens to be my first classic Volkswagen ever, so there's been a LOT to learn!
I just wanted to make sure I chime in to say how much I appreciate you and the other folks here.
I'm putting together a 1972 Super Beetle autostick which also happens to be my first classic Volkswagen ever, so there's been a LOT to learn!
I just wanted to make sure I chime in to say how much I appreciate you and the other folks here.
#10
General / Re: Still active?
Last post by volkenstein - 20 May 2025, 03:27And I have after getting through password issues. I have been MIA a bit due to what my healthcare professionals refer to as "getting CABbaGed".
Volkenstein aka Sean
Volkenstein aka Sean