Got the bell housing tin test fitted tonight, very pleased with the way it turned out. Other than getting some new grommets, it’s complete. New throttle cable tube is on it’s way here, so the only tin I have left to finish is the dog house, rear engine and maybe the heater box tin, even…

Received my new cylinder tins today that I ordered for AirCoolinparts.com. Wasn’t quite sure what to expect since I had read some negative comments concerning aftermarket parts. Thin metal, fitting issues, etc. I must say, I’m very pleased with what I received today. They appear to be well constructed, fitting was no issue, everything lined…

A little wired after work tonight so I proceeded with the heat wrap install on the exhaust. Pretty pleased with the way that it turned out. Not sure how much it’ll subtract from the heat factor, but my biker friends swear by it. Guess time will tell.

Since my Beetle will be a summer time driver only, having heat will not be a concern for me. No need for heat exchangers. So I’ve decided to wrap my J tubes with heat wrap to help cut down on some of the heat from the exhaust. Not a big part of the project, but…