AboutRon Wolff Expertise I am proficient in the following areas of VW Air Cooled Models from 1968-1979:
Vehicles: Super Beetle, Beetle, Thing, Karmann Ghia, Bus, Westfalia/Bus
Areas of expertise years 1968-1979
Engine Rebuild advice for all air cooled engines
VW Brake system replacement
Automatic Stickshift transmission
VW KOOL and DPD air conditioning systems (ex. thing)
Westfalia Electrical system dual battery
Westy Refridge Repair
Westy Cabinet Repair
Westy
AFC Fuel Injection system (1975 bugs) (1975 bus/Westys)
Soundproofing
General type 4 engine rebuild/technical data (i.e. 1.7 ltr, 1.8., 2.0) for buses
VW Air Cooled Beetle and Bus Paint codes
VW Distributor Compatibility Information
Westy component repair
Emission Systems
Exhaust Systems
General Electric System
Door rebuild (windows, seals, vent windows)
Body Panel Removal and general repair (non-welded)
Charging System
Convertible top Installation: Beetle
CV joints
Engine Troubleshooting
Valve Train
Non areas of expertise:
High Performance Modifications
Front end related components
Rear suspension (spring plate adjustment)
Bodywork / painting
Experience
Past/Present clients I often contribute to the westfalia users group technical boards. I have been a member for about 4 years. My usermame is 76Heatwagen
I restore vintage Volkswagens and currently own 4 of them.
Expert: Ron Wolff Date: 12/25/2007 Subject: 71 westy
Question Hi there and thanks for your answers! I am sort of shopping for a 71 westy and found one with a "rebuilt" engine, the owner says it doesn't need any major work. What is a rebuilt engine?
There seems to be some rust in the pictures, how much should I worry about this rust? Does it look bad?
And is 3k a good price for this car?
What other questions should I worry about? I am not a car person and I just take my cars to my mechanic and do what he says.
Answer Mike,
My opinion is that is looks pretty good for it's age, and the price is fair.
The rebuilt engine seems fine from what I could see. Basically, what you would do with that motor is put on all the 'other' parts to get it running. (i.e. the good outside parts on the existing engine - carb, fan, alternator, fuel pump, etc.)
Needs some TLC, but the underbody looks good and should be a nice project.
