How to remove a transmission from a VW Beetle and Super Beetle - IRS VW transaxle

How to remove a transmission from a VW Beetle and Super Beetle - IRS VW transaxle - Karman Ghia

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VW Beetle and Super Beetle Transmission IRS and Swingaxle Removal DIY Video
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@mineolamike 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Bought a baja that was sitting in mud for 10 years. Put in new engine and welded it back to a standard bug. Tried to drive and could only ride clutch to get in first gear then stall. I will pull the engine and transmission. (Depression set in for a few hours). You inspired me to continue with this project. Thanks!

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! Just take your time Mike, you’ve got this! I know sometimes I can get aggravating, but the end result is very worth it.

@jimgraley8519 Ай бұрын

😊 I really enjoyed the video.. i been looking for a VW bug .. just having a hard time finding the right one!

@SladesVWBeetle Ай бұрын

@@jimgraley8519 thank you I truly appreciate that. There’s lots of them out there especially on the marketplace. I have a few videos of of what to check. I’m looking at a VW, good luck. I hope you find something soon.

@eriklara1129 Жыл бұрын

You should do a clean up video and show what you use to clean most of these parts. I think its so satisfying seeing before and after like you did the pedal. Thanks for such a great video!

@richdrenga7384 3 жыл бұрын

You're awesome Slade. Knee deep in my '73 Super resto. Body is off, engine is out. Tranny is coming out tomorrow...thanks to you, I have a clear picture of the process. Thank you!!

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Rich, I truly appreciate the kind words. And I am so glad these videos are helping other folks it really makes me smile.

@udokoehler3191 Жыл бұрын

Slide, thank you for all your videos - they’ve been a great help with my 71 SB

@neilallison2050 9 ай бұрын

Great video. I like your attention to details. Lots of reminders like the order of removing the drain and fill plugs.

@FunFun-tv7gq 4 жыл бұрын

I am doing the same tomorrow morning. As always very informative, mentioning nuts sizes, awesome camera angles. Very professional. Thanks a lot.

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, and thank you for taking the time to comment. It’s really not a hard process. But it definitely is not funny slide under the car, and then realized you need to slide back out to get a different size wrench!

@randall1959 Жыл бұрын

Most Oreilly's parts stores can get the mounts for like 6 bucks. And you don't have to wait. I had mine same day.

@filernestopaculan5351 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mr slade you show how to removed the transmision could you please show us if the disch plate to be changed

@Supplayers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks old man I’m gonna fix my junk ass 69’ get this pile back on the road. Appreciate the video really helpful

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here! My next one is a 68 waiting to get inside. At least they’re somewhat cheap to work on

@hamzasmith8952 6 ай бұрын

Wew weekend! I hope I can do that that easy as you made it look brother slayd. Just closed the deal on the 1972 super bug. You no the one the is rusted all to heck. And your videos are very,very helpful. Thank you so much.

@SladesVWBeetle 6 ай бұрын

You got this bro!! Just take your time and be safe! Congrats on your 72!! Thanks for the kind comments!

@jssonrodgers627 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to create these very detailed videos!

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!

@patrickmcneil2911 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos thanks for making them. I always learn a lot when I watch

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Patrick! I truly appreciate the kind comments, and thank you for being here.

@thebadbug7026 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, useful info as always. Glad to see you are getting content back out! All of your other videos don’t show up for some reason.

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

The Bad Bug Thank you! I think I have 5 back up. I’ll try and get three a day back up

@mohamedjaleel1229 2 жыл бұрын

Great job mate!

@texastomeh3077 Жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO!!! Very informative!!! THANX!!!!!

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@vjmurali5651 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice informative video slades 👍

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

Vj Murali Thank you! Much more to come!

@jeromequesnelle4797 3 жыл бұрын

Very good detail. Thank you for posting. Keep on Bugging !

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Jerome, and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

@bahtjarkarpuzi9846 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video, for me its very useful because I have Beetle 1200 cc and 1974. Greetings from Kosova.!!

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching it and taking out the time to comment! I always hope these videos help other folks.

@VolksStokes 3 жыл бұрын

Super!! Awesome!! Great Video!! Thank you for making it look so easy. Otherwise i thought it was rocket science lol

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I surely hope these videos help others. And thanks for taking the time to comment.

@alers19 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was very helpful!

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being here Adam!!

@williewillteeztorres8502 2 жыл бұрын

If you remember the information please shoot it to me. Appreciate your detailed video all the way down to the socket sizes when removing a nut.

@miguelzavalza6645 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you man great video

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

And thank you for leaving a great comment!

@markhart5279 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@jimstewart6145 Жыл бұрын

nice job.

@terryschleef3600 2 ай бұрын

Hi my name is Terry I watch your clips all the time and find them very in formative, Im rebuilding a 1973 SB as well and would like to know if you have replaced the wiring as I will have to in mine it some point, but can’t seem to find a wiring harness that’s made for that particular year. So I would like to know if you have any suggestions. Thanks

@mikeroberts6618 Жыл бұрын

Have a 1969 bay window, drove to local wal-mart to get fresh tires. Drove and shifted great. Guys in tire shop broke something while trying to get it in reverse. Had to get it towed to shop. Is the tranny broke or could it be something that can be fixed. Shifter is totally loose. Thanks, love you videos.

@amcargltd9784 Жыл бұрын

Love how easily you're able to get those 12 point hexs off your axle. I'm restoring my beetle and they're all stripped out and I've become frustrated and the project has come to a halt trying to get the axles off. Any tips? Bolt extraction is less than ideal.

@scottfarr5248 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. I also had a question about the neutral safety switch. If a person was to hook it back up, where does it connect to and what exactly does it do? Thanks!!!

@GarthThomson Жыл бұрын

I’m new to VWs so I’m presuming yours isn’t a manual gearbox as NS switches are usually found in automatic transmission cars so you can’t start them unless you select Neutral or Park. It is possible that a version of NS switch could be used to prevent you from starting your car without you depressing the clutch on a manual. It’s purpose is added safety ie you can’t inadvertently lurch fwd or backwards if you crank your engine when in gear…. Easily done when working on your car with it up on stands etc😳. In short, the electrical pathway from your ignition switch to the starter is interrupted (open) unless you select park, neutral or depress your clutch.✌️

@rojeliocantu4043 7 ай бұрын

Can you tell me what the electrical connection is for on the nose cone of the transmission on the driver side is for

@guillermogomezmarquez1704 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect. I need to drain the oil before go down the transmission for manipulation?

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

If you do drain it first, follow my other video and make sure you do the fill plug first. To make sure it comes out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/obJ0griUqLiRgas.html

@jjwdesign 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and advice. I'm about to pull my transaxle. I've got a few leaks coming from the front of the transaxle. Any advice or videos on resealing a leaky transaxle? I've heard that it can be done with a fairly inexpensive seal kit, but I'm in new territory here.

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Jeff I hope that your day has gone well I’m sorry about the delay so I’m trying to catch up on comments. When you say the front, do you mean where the clutch assembly goes? There’s a front seal up there. And then of course I did a video on the seals on the sides of the transmission were the CV joints bolt up to.

@williewillteeztorres8502 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video. I am pulling my engine out soon i will also drop the tranny I might I have a slight problem. When I down shift from 3rd to 2nd i get a slight grind. A friend of mine said the synchro gear can possibly be wearing out. Any highly recommended tranny shops by you?

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that would definitely be a synchro that’s probably worn out. Quite common. I’m sure it has a lot of miles on the transmission. And thank you for the compliment on the video. I’ll have to find out, my buddy used someone up in Michigan. They are very good at what they do. Probably about $1000 for a total rebuild the plus shipping

@PopularityContest 4 жыл бұрын

3 VW thing I despise replacing 1 Cables 2 Bushings 3 pedal assembly

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

Popularity Contest None of those are fun! I have to replace the heater cables. There will be profane language! 😁

@rustysuperbeetle3064 4 жыл бұрын

Can you tell what the name of the socket is for the cv axle boots removal the twelve point?

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

Jonathon Feaster sure, here’s a link to it. Also Jbugs and other VW places have it also. 12Pt Hex, CV Removal www.amazon.com/dp/B004K9S3UQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nm2bFbNEHJ4GH

@christiandunn2794 2 жыл бұрын

I’m about to do this since I have my engine out. Great video Slade. What transmission fluid should I use and how much?

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I use 80w/90 GL4

@christiandunn2794 2 жыл бұрын

How much will I need?

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

@@christiandunn2794 Have approximately 2.5 quarts on hand

@texan176 3 жыл бұрын

If only the 3 mounts need to be replaced, can it be done without removing the transmission from the car? The front mount seems like it can be done by sliding the transmission towards the back of the car. If you lift the bell housing up, can you slip the rear mounts out?

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

You can just slide the trans towards the rear bumper end of the car. You’ll have to use a jack stand to support the nosecone end of the trans while changing that mount. Also..maybe a good time to replace the seal between the nose one and tunnel!

@redshirt-scotty 3 жыл бұрын

i'm thinking about changing my rear trans mounts. what type of rear mounts did you pick up?

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

I believe I got mine from Wolfsburg West. It’s so hard to remember now because it’s been quite a while. But I use factory ones.

@redshirt-scotty 3 жыл бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle holy smokes, 44 per, dang!

@wylah19168 3 жыл бұрын

Any tips on reinstalling that nose cone seal? The one I have looks too tight to fit. Or just give it a tap with the rubber mallet?

@wylah19168 3 жыл бұрын

And can you remember what size nuts are needed for the front and rear mounts? None came with my new ones.

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

If you mean the seal that fits into the chassis on the nose cone? If that’s the one you mean, I would put a small amount of grease on it, and tap it with a hammer into the chassis.

@aaronorens9173 3 жыл бұрын

Okay I have a stupid question perhaps but I’m having trouble finding the answer. What is the sensor on the side of the transmission that’s almost parallel with the fill plug? Thanks

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

Theres never a stupid question! Thats the neutral safety switch! Most folks honestly don't connect them up! Thanks for being here!

@dingdang3845 28 күн бұрын

❤

@SladesVWBeetle 28 күн бұрын

@@dingdang3845 thank you very much!

@lawrenceirvine8759 4 жыл бұрын

Mornin Slade. I can't seem to find your headliner vids. Can you offer any spiritual advice?

@SladesVWBeetle 4 жыл бұрын

Lawrence Irvine I will actually upload them tonight. I apologize about getting them back up to slow. But morning all three parts will be up.

@lawrenceirvine8759 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bro appreciate your help. When you did yours did you have shart rods and long rods? Which goes where?

@joshhickman416 2 жыл бұрын

Can motor and trans be pulled at same time?

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t believe he would want to try that Josh, it wouldn’t be very much fun. And your apron would have to be removed so you could slide straight out.

@erics8591 2 жыл бұрын

Here's a problem a ran into...took all the bolts off the axle and the axle is stuck and won't come off. How do you remove an axle that is stuck?

@SladesVWBeetle 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric, do you mean the axle is stuck to the transmission? If it is take a hammer, and gently tap it all the way around until it breaks loose. Please make sure you didn’t miss any bolts.

@erics8591 2 жыл бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle all the bolts are out and it is stuck. I will try the hammer method. Just got it out with a hammer. Thank you

@lvlikeyV Жыл бұрын

Im having this same issue. I'll try the hammer technique tomorrow.

@jesserussell2798 11 ай бұрын

You keep saying that many of these parts can be purchased new at a low price. Where can I find where to order these parts.

@SladesVWBeetle 11 ай бұрын

That video is three years old. Since then, sadly I guess you know where the economy went. I would try Cip1, Jbugs, Wolfsburg west

@jesserussell2798 11 ай бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle thanks for the reply and information. After watching this video I removed my first VW transmission and it was a breeze. I really enjoyed your video.

@dmv4 Жыл бұрын

Hello.. how much does the transaxle weigh. Thank You..

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

I believe around 90-95 lbs

@dmv4 Жыл бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle Thank You.. !!!!

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

@@dmv4 you’re welcome sir

@lilchunk1697 3 жыл бұрын

What year?

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

This was a 73, but..most 68 and up are the same.

@lilchunk1697 3 жыл бұрын

@@SladesVWBeetle yea I’m working on a 59 beetle which has a 1200. My dad has 2 frames and transmissions and 3 vow 1200 and holy r these easy motors. The last motor (like a car one) I worked on was a v8 I was only like 12 and I had a lot of help now I’m 14 so I’m doing the vws now

@SladesVWBeetle 3 жыл бұрын

@@lilchunk1697 I started at 14 on beetles. After learning the V8s with my dad. I truly love the air cooled beetles. The 67 and prior are swing axle. But not much different honestly. For except the axles themselves