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: 7/12/2007 Subject: VW Thing--old gas
Question Hi Ron:
I have inherited a relative's 1973 Thing. He left it outside, in a generally warm client, but there is gas in the tank. It hasn't been started, by my estimate since 1994 or so. My thinking is to remove the tank, empty it, and have the tank checked out in regards to it's condition. WHile I probably have a million questions, I need advice on the old gas in the tank.
Thanks, and thanks for making this column available!!
Paul
Answer Paul,
It may be best to check this website out:
www.mamotorworks.com/vw
You can probably buy a new one less expensive than all the work to clean, treat, etc., the old one.
Also,
try:
www.thesamba.com
That is an excellent source for used VW parts, particularly The Thing.
