The 1966 VW Beetle Forum

Thanks, I've added the hose clamps. Hopefully my car won't go up in flames...

Funny you should say that, on the way back from Knoxville yesterday I had mine cruising along at 70 mph to keep from being flattened by the semi trucks and still had a little left. With a final drive ratio of 3.89 (ref: http://sandlizrd.baja.com/gears.htm ) the little four banger is really screaming...

I know the owner's manual says 28.5 but I'm getting 34.5 mpg highway at 55 mph indicated. With my HHO cell on, I've observed around 37 mpg highway. I'm running 20 PSI front and 30 PSI rear. The tires are 165 80 R15. I'm also running Mobile 1. Here is a link with information about synthetic oils in a...

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What gas mileage should I get on my 66 1300?
Thanks.

This is my 1966 VW in Bahama Blue. It is a daily driver. Runs and performs beautifully. About five years ago I saw it sitting forlornly in front of my postman's house not being driven. I kept after him until he agreed to sell it to me. He said it would not start. I've owned several type 1's in the p...