I need help with NEW SEALS???

63 posts · joined Sep 2003 · 12 Sep 2006, 2:04 pm

#533327

I would like to buy a rubber (replace all the seals) kit for my type 3 notch 1965. i can get the seals from america but they cost a fortune, each! Is this usual, and am i just going to have to buy each one individually...or can I buy them in Aus at a reasonable price?

thanks for any help

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68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 12 Sep 2006, 2:13 pm

#533334

Hi,
I believe Wolfsburg Automotive in Victoria have had these seals made... so top quality...

If You look in the current issue of VWA Magazine, You will see their parts catalog in the centre of the magazine..
for beetles Kombis and type 3s...

their phone number : 1300 370 310

cheers

Lee 68AutoBug

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type3hunter Commited Dubber

63 posts · joined Sep 2003 · 14 Sep 2006, 8:57 am

#534021

thanks for your help. spot-on info.

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PurpleT3 Fahrvergnugen

880 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 14 Sep 2006, 9:18 am

#534028

Generally good quality seals for anything are expensive. Being a bit less common, type 3 seals were even more expensive. I have not checked out Wolfburg Automotive's prices, maybe they are reasonable.

Cheap seals are generally poor quality in both material and fit.

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66deluxe Custom Title Time!

1,593 posts · joined Aug 2005 · 14 Sep 2006, 10:40 am

#534050

I got some new seals for my notch from wolfsburg auto in Vic, got new doors, rear bootlid, front bonnet and guard beading cost about $260 all up, quality is good but would still like to compare against WCM. But still happy with purchase.

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