JBugs - 1971 VW Super Beetle - Engine Build Series - Crank & Rod Assembly

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    Our 1971 Super Beetles engine case is back from the machine shop and ready to be built. We’re going to do a mild performance build and start with a 74mm counterweighted crankshaft at the heart of our engine. To ensure the crank and rotating assembly doesn’t contact the case we assemble the crank and rods and test the fit and clearance in the engine case. Follow along with our tech as he starts our 1800cc engine build.
    Intro 0:00
    Crankshaft Preparation: 1:49
    Number Three Bearing Installation: 2:23
    Timing Gear Keyway Installation: 2:39
    Cam and Distributor Drive Gear Installation: 2:42
    Timing Gear Snap Ring Installation 3:46
    Crankshaft Rod Preparation: 3:56
    Crankshaft Rod Installation: 4:24
    Front Bearing Installation: 5:18
    Oil Slinger Plate Installation: 5:26
    Engine Case Preparation: 5:41
    Dowel Pin Installation: 5:48
    Crank Bearing Installation: 5:51
    Stroker Crank Clearancing: 6:11
    Connecting Rod Bolts Modification: 7:4
    Rod Bolt Torque Sequence 8:50
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    Tools used in this video:
    Torque Wrench
    3/8" Ratchet
    6" Extension
    11mm Socket (12 point)
    19mm Socket
    17mm Socket
    Snap Ring Pliers
    Brass Hammer
    Small Punch
    Pocket Knife
    Permanent Marker
    Assembly Lube
    Hot Plate or Grill
    Vegetable Oil
    Old Pot
    Tongs
    Welding Glove
    Engine Stand
    Parts Cleaner
    Lint Free Shop Rags
    Grinder
    Air Compressor & Blow Nozzle
    Blue - Medium Thread Locker
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    The parts used in this video are:
    EMPI 74mm Counter-weighted Crankshaft (8121)
    www.jbugs.com/product/8121.html
    VW Main Bearing Set (111198471OS)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1111984...
    VW Cam Drive Gear Keyway (111105213)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1111052...
    VW Camshaft Drive Gear (113105209)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1131052...
    VW Performance Crankshaft Gear Spacer (16-9522)
    www.jbugs.com/product/16-9522...
    VW Distributor Crank Drive Timing Gear (111105223)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1111052...
    VW Lock Ring (111105227)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1111052...
    I-Beam Connecting Rods (8340)
    www.jbugs.com/product/8340.html
    VW Rod Bearing Set (113105701)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1131057...
    VW Oil Slinger Plate (113105241A)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1131052...
    VW Crank Pulley Keyway (113105249)
    www.jbugs.com/product/1131052...
    VW Main Bearing Dowel Pin Kit (16-9519)
    www.jbugs.com/product/16-9519...
    All parts used in this video are available at: www.jbugs.com/
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  • @CTmoog
    @CTmoog 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video guys!

  • @gabrielmuthler2101
    @gabrielmuthler2101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Whoa, a 10 minute jbugs video, we must have had good behavior

  • @rolandmaine1851
    @rolandmaine1851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Help was really helped for karmann Ghia keep up the video it help to see how it done 🤗

  • @theedrstrangelove
    @theedrstrangelove 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    put your crank in dry ice and your timing and distributor gears in the oven at 200 degrees.

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is another way it could be done but not everyone has easy access to dry ice.

  • @pauljanssen2624
    @pauljanssen2624 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always clearance to block for Rod bolts it won't weaken the case and it's a must may I say it again absolutely a must to have the rotating assembly bounce with pressure plate and have the rods and pistons balance very important for VW engines since the case is made of magnesium even if you have aluminum case you don't need the vibration always install good oil pump and run a good oil cooler with a full flow oil system the filter an attic cooler increase is the oil capacity which makes the engine run cooler and long-term I built a lot of VW Motors

  • @michaelnelson9140
    @michaelnelson9140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I see on the video series that the crank and flywheel have eight dowel pins. My 71 has the wrong engine in it. It only has four dowel pins. The engine number starts with a 72 in the stamped number. Research tells me this is a 64 model 1200cc engine. Does that sound right? Let me tell you, it sucks to find out I have a smaller engine than what I was led to believe! And I don’t know if a 1200 is worth rebuilding. It is a good runner though.

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We didn't use a stock crankshaft, that's why ours is 8 doweled. A "7" series engine would be a 1200cc 40 horse engine, yes.

  • @calebsmith5963
    @calebsmith5963 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would any damage occur if you were to place the crank shaft in a fridge or freezer before putting the heated up gears on it? Might take less time, just a thought.

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No, and often times builders will do both, putting the crank in a deep freeze and the gear on a hot plate (which works way quicker than a camp stove and oil).

  • @danielneuenschwander7381
    @danielneuenschwander7381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just wondering as to why the rod bearing tangs are all at the down position ? Is this for load purposes ? Great video BTW!

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That would make sense but we aren't certain why VW designed them that way.

  • @betareybill9400
    @betareybill9400 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can forged I-beams be used with a turbo or would we need to use H-beam rods...and if so...do H-beam rods have anything specific that needs to be done that's different from I-beam rods

    • @JBugsVWParts
      @JBugsVWParts  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A quality set of I-beam rods is going to be equivalent to most H-beam rods but for higher torque, higher boost or high RPM applications, the H-beam would be preferred. Installing either rod is the same. For longer rod or stroked cranks, rod to case, piston, cylinder and in some engines, the cam, clearances should be checked and re-checked during mock up and assembly.

  • @johnnyturbo8460
    @johnnyturbo8460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very interesting, why vegetable oil and not water? would you use vegetable oil on the crank belt pulley too?

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not sure why oil vs water, but there is no need to heat up the crank pulley.

    • @nickalchemy6780
      @nickalchemy6780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The boiling point of the oil is 572F or 300C, as opposed to 212F or 100C for water. I assume the concern is that the water will boil-off before the gear is heated through.

  • @snoopyboobs
    @snoopyboobs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hmm... how do you ensure the ground down rod bolts done for case clearance have the same orientation when you reassemble? It seems they may not torque to the same exact rotational spot.

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We note that at 8:13. Knowing that the bolts will turn a litte more (clockwise) when tightened the next time, we grind a bit more in the counter-clockwise direction on the bolt head.

    • @snoopyboobs
      @snoopyboobs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Sam_Mebane thank you! I missed it.

  • @blakemarciszewski4744
    @blakemarciszewski4744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am rebuilding my 71 super now and I want to follow this same set up. Very new to this so apologize for the ignorant question, but what do I tell the machine shop I need done? I know you mention line boring. If I change out my crank to the 74mm version you show in the video, what do I ask for when contact the machine shop? Will they need to have the crank before they can do the work?

    • @JBugsVWParts
      @JBugsVWParts  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A VW familiar machine shop will be able to inspect the case and align bore it as needed and will be able to machine the thrust surface as needed. If you’re using all the same parts we did in our video we would recommend having the case clearanced for the larger crankshaft as opposed to clearancing the rod bolts like we did. Sure, our engine runs well but there is a better way to do it, and that is clearancing the case. We only clearanced the rods to show it can be done (and is common practice) for those without access to a machine shop.

    • @blakemarciszewski4744
      @blakemarciszewski4744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JBugsVWParts Would the machine shop need to have the new crank in hand to do the job? Also what set of cylinder heads to you put on this engine? I would like to get the most performance out of the current block

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blakemarciszewski4744 sorry for the delay. The quickest way to get a hold of us is through our website as we don't get notifications from TH-cam. Like before, a shop familiar with VW engines will know where to clearance, otherwise we'd recommend having the case, cranks, rods, and pistons that you'll be using. We installed EMPI GTV-2 98-1334-B cylinder heads.
      You can click "SHOW MORE" on any of our videos to see links to all the parts we're using.

  • @carlohiomile
    @carlohiomile 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didnt see any rod or main bearing clearance checks and if you use plasti gauge?

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most VW engine builders go by feel. Sure, if we we're building a high revving, turbo charged engine, we'd spend a lot more time checking minute tolerances, we'd have the entire rotating assembly balanced, etc. There is no stopping the amount of time, money and attention to detail you COULD throw into building an engine. At the end of the day though, for most of the guys building in their garage or shops, it isn't worthwhile and they trust their experience and "feel" for what they are doing.

    • @carlohiomile
      @carlohiomile 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I absolutely dont agree with being able to develop a feel for bearing clearance. Ive been building engines since the 70s and would never assemble a engine without doing a simple bearing measurement...

  • @richardciviello3817
    @richardciviello3817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the permissible clearance for the mains

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/manuals/1971withoutguesswork/8_9.jpg

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All depends on which particular clearancing you're referring to but that link should cover all aspects.

  • @betareybill9400
    @betareybill9400 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have aftermarket H-beams ARP 2000s with a 69mm counterweighted crank that will soon have a procharger...the rods purchased show to torque to 26...but your video shows 38...what would you suggest...is 38 too much.

    • @JBugsVWParts
      @JBugsVWParts  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every rod manufacturer will have their recommended specs, we advise following their torque specs.

  • @AJDDESIGN.ART.
    @AJDDESIGN.ART. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello friend , I want to know if I have to perform dynamic balancing to the following products that you buy new in your online store are the following: AA Performance Products 4340 Forged Counterweighted Crankshaft Chevy Journal (Size 76mm) Brand: AA Performance , Manufacturer Part Number: 003 4376C, and: FLYWHEEL LIGHTENED 8 DOWEL, dune buggy vw bug, OEM Part Number 311105273HP, can you help me? to know if they are already balanced or do I have to balance them together?

    • @JBugsVWParts
      @JBugsVWParts  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The crank and flywheel are balanced, but mass produced so there will always be variances. The pistons are not. If you have the means, having the rotating assembly balanced together is ideal.

  • @kos492
    @kos492 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video but mate you speak too fast and it's hard to understand you. Slow down man

    • @Sam_Mebane
      @Sam_Mebane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Click on the gear at the bottom right and change the playback speed to whatever is easiest for you to follow.

    • @kos492
      @kos492 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sam_Mebane cheers