about to have a go at putting "pop-outs"in the bug ,Qs:what tools do I need?any tricks to the trade?long job?
has anybody got a "step by step"or has there been one on the forum?

Whats a pop out?

"pop-outs" are the 1/4 window replacment like in old ford lasers,old mazdas,datsuns...ect

your definition of pop outs must vary to rest of world.
pop outs are the rear (normally) fixed windows, that is the ones on the side of the car, but not in the doors, that have a metal frame around them, and are hinged on the "B" pillar, and "pop out"
I think you are talking about your 1/4 vents, or as they call them in the states "1/4 lights"

sorry dont know what I was thinking.
the back side windows are the ones I'm replacing....any help out there?

Dont slip with the drill!
Take your time and measure twice and drill once.
I can give you a hand if you like.
Cheers Tony

thanks tony,I may take you up on that.I should get them in the post today or tomorrow,then I'll sus them out....At the moment I'm just happy to have bought them.(A BIG THANKS TO "PRIMATE" aka "ALI" for my new windows!!!)
I might U2U you tony if I have any troble
rob

if you decide against fiting them let me know what you want for them.
I'm looking for some for my oval.

well there ya go!I poped out the passenger rear window,lined up the new bracket and there they were,5holes that matched the bracket under the edge of the "roof lining".looks like they are there from the factory could this be so?did pop-out windows come as an oppional extra?
71 Sbug!
rob
ps: there were no holes for the back latch though.

well they went straight in no time at all and they look so good.belive it or not I found these in old postings,if you want something have a look there is lots of stuff not sold back there.BIG THANKS TO ALI.:thumb

Hi

I think only post 68 bugs had the holes driiled, the ones for the hinges are hard to find, I used a scriber to locate the hinge holes in my car.

1302Steve

My 68 has the holes there for the pop outs and I don't believe they were an option in Australia but could have been standard in South Africa.. and optional in the US.. ....
1/4 lights are from the UK I thought...
along with wings for fenders/guards.
What model Beetle did You put the pop outs in???? Lee

VWtype2- up here in the states, we call them quarter windows. the little ones in front of the door glass we call vent wings. heres some pics for ya guys.
Looking in on Jays RHD throught the pop out.

Open pop out on a 59.

the pop-outs went in a 71 Sbug...damn their sweet:thumb
now all I need to do is replace the "twist lock nob"on the hinges as their a bit old and cracked.white or ivory coloured plastic I think...they wouldn't of killed an elephant to make them I dont think
Sooo where do I get them...WCM maybe???
rob

Hi

Mine were in good nick, but my latches are are slightly pitted. You may be able adapt the wiper or headlight knob off an early bug, have some billet ones turned up or try Vintage in Sydney.

1302Steve

so before I try interstate anybody in QLD replaced these?
should I try "rare spares"??
"WCM" ONLY COVER THE RUBBERS FOR POP-OUTS.
rob:bounce

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i thought WCM did them... i think i have seen some in volksbahn in sydney.
does anyone know where i can get a set of rivits to remount the latches on to the frame on my popouts (early style)?

I found a guy at the gold coast vw show and he handles"WCM"stuff,he said they are about $4-$6 and he had them in stock.....sweet:thumb Iloked in WCM's"glove box book"and they weren't in there,this dude said theres alot of stuff not in the smaller book!!
rob

WOW!

I was hoping you could get popout windows for the back of beetles, I think we might need them in ours.

so where do you get them from? are they sold as an aftermarket kit, or do I just have to keep my eyes open and find a set for sale?

Bit of both Rota.

Either keep you eyes peeled for 2nd hand. Just make sure it has all the hinges, trim and locks. Other wise it will cost too much to restore them.

I checked VVDS a couple of months ago. Pretty sure he quoted $370+GST.
Call it $400ish. But this is new and no pieces missing

hey rota_motor they are the best thing to buy for a veedub,it makes it sooo much cooler in the back:thumb I got mine by going through old forums and u2u'ing people to see if they are sold.I paid $250 for mine and they were eazy to put in if you got a Sbug or later I think.
Rob

thanks guys, much appreciated.

we have an early 1970 beetle, still referred to as a 69 for parts etc. so I dunno how easy that will be, but I will keep an eye out for a set secondhand for now.

Hey, the little dude tells me a Ragtop is an even better way to stay cool in the back.
Don`t reckon you could get any more chilled out than that!
Pop-outs would be cool aswell though!
Surely those "German Folks" would have a few sets that they could send over here!!?? Throw in a few of those 5" Narrow Beams you guys seem to have a pile of too!!
1/4 Lights is the Pommie term Dan.
Cheers
Graham

Soooo glad i fitted my ragtop ! I just after some pop out rears now ! and it will be cool as.

so bugboymatt what sort of rag-top did you fit?
does anybody on here have one of the UK rag-tops fitted...what are they like??

Saw a few of these back in the UK. Doing 70 mph down the Motorway, looked like a giant nipple on the roof of the car!!
Not too good qualiy.
Graham.

thanks 57 chook shed,might have to buy a bug with rag in it I think.

I've just brought a set of pop outs for my oval which were complete with all parts even new rubbers

I'm just happy to have them in my hands as there not easy to come by for an oval no matter what country you live in.

I will be restoring the frames and replacing the rubber to glass seal as I dont want to risk them leaking over a brand new interior after all the hard work going into this car.

I know in australia that these pop outs were not common in bugs but trust me theres plenty of the later style (larger in size than early) out there if you want to import them in. The guy I brought mine from said hes got sets of these coming out of his ears. Dont ask me how much but I could ask. I dont think that there going to be cheap though by the time they get here.

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