Fuel ... ??

beetle72 Learner Dubber

1 post · joined Jul 2003 · 30 Jul 2003, 4:30 pm

#69847

I have a 1972 Superbug and have been told by 3 different people, 3 different types of petrol to use ... Lead Replacement, Unleaded and Premium Unleaded ... can someone please clarify this for me .. ??

modulus Veteran Volks Folk

2,009 posts · joined Jul 2003 · 30 Jul 2003, 5:10 pm

#69866

This topic has been extensively covered in the forum; probably the most comprehensive thread is:
http://www.aussieveedubbers.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=2909

Short version: ULP.

Peter Hill
1975 Type 2 Double Cab
modulus.com.au

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 30 Jul 2003, 5:11 pm

#69867

UNLEADED

All VW's since 1967 have hardened valve seats and do not need lubrication

Premium is only needed if your compression ratio is above say 8:1

Stock was 7:1 or there abouts.

Lead Replacement is for cars with cast iron heads.

Use the search function - This has been discussed many times.

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kombikim disfunctionally capable

1,521 posts · joined Dec 2002 · 30 Jul 2003, 5:15 pm

#69869

ULP

Please, I need drivers side window regulator (winder mechanism) for my '54

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,789 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 30 Jul 2003, 5:25 pm

#69871

We need to get Wez or Chris to set this question up in the FAQ section :bounce

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