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The Mystery Aluminum Tag
Submitted by contributing writer; Jay Salser Donald Garabedian's Story began with the purchase of a Brand New 1967 Zenith Blue Beetle. Photograph Number 1 is of the Original Owner’s Glove Box Manual for Donald’s 1967 Beetle.  Photo Number Two is an...
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Working On Vintage VWs
Submitted by contributing writer; Jay SalserRecently, I received a call from one of our long-time 1967 Beetle Friends—Richard Marcoux, of Nebraska. Richard owns two Original, Unrestored 1967 Beetles—a Convertible and a SunRoof.  These cars are driven—they are not “trailer queens”. ...
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Pierburg Fuel Pump Years
Using the correct fuel pump for your classic Volkswagen. About once a week I often receive emails asking, "I have a specific year vintage VW, what is the correct pump that the car left the factory with?" There's a bit...
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Fuel Tank Replacement

Any time fuel is involved, there is an understandable reason to be nervous. However, rest assured you can, in fact, replace the fuel tank in your vintage pride and joy.

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