rear apron

bug eyed Commited Dubber

73 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 3 Jun 2003, 10:18 pm

#53558

need to replace the rear apron on the beetle. what needs to be done? is it a difficult job.

BiX Veteran Volks Folk

2,499 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 3 Jun 2003, 10:47 pm

#53576

just an idea. if ur replacing the rear apron, what about making the new one bolt on? it makes engine removal easier.

bug eyed Commited Dubber

73 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 3 Jun 2003, 11:29 pm

#53610

ok, have to get the old one off first looks like there are a few welds, not sure about anything else do the guards need to come off

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 4 Jun 2003, 7:52 am

#53658

Remove bumper and guards as it will make it easier to line up and repair the inner guards.

Make it bolt on as per above much easier to remove an engine especially if its bigger than stock

You will find its spot welded down each side. A spot weld drill would be a good idea makes drill easier

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Yogibear Casual Dubber

43 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 4 Jun 2003, 9:22 am

#53677

That is an awsome idea - to ease engine removal - I would have never thought of that. 🙂