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Technical / 1968 Ghia 12mm vacuum hose len...
Last post by Sudar - 11 May 2026, 16:55UPDATED
I purchased hydraulic hose from a local shop. It is Parker 387TC-8-RL (1/2" ID)
Lengths needed for '68 Ghia Autostick
All measurements are from Control Valve:
23" to Servo
42" to Vacuum tank
17" to Manifold port
82" total, just under 7 feet
I'll post again after the car has been driven for a while and I know the hose works.
Hello all! I have searched but can't find the lengths needed for 12mm vacuum hoses on a Karmann Ghia. Does anyone have this information?
I'm still searching for the wire reinforced hose here in the USA. Biometrics has it for $34+ Anyone on here from USA that has found a suitable alternative to OEM type hose?
Thanks for any and all help!
Darrin
I purchased hydraulic hose from a local shop. It is Parker 387TC-8-RL (1/2" ID)
Lengths needed for '68 Ghia Autostick
All measurements are from Control Valve:
23" to Servo
42" to Vacuum tank
17" to Manifold port
82" total, just under 7 feet
I'll post again after the car has been driven for a while and I know the hose works.
Hello all! I have searched but can't find the lengths needed for 12mm vacuum hoses on a Karmann Ghia. Does anyone have this information?
I'm still searching for the wire reinforced hose here in the USA. Biometrics has it for $34+ Anyone on here from USA that has found a suitable alternative to OEM type hose?
Thanks for any and all help!
Darrin
#2
Parts / Need flexplate
Last post by Chippy Senior - 03 April 2026, 22:33Looking for a flexplate - shipped to UK - anyone sitting on a good one?
#3
Vehicles / Re: Red 70KG Seattle car (very...
Last post by GhiaHeadAZ - 08 March 2026, 22:06Id like to see more pics....
#4
Vehicles / Red 70KG Seattle car (very rus...
Last post by GhiaHeadAZ - 08 March 2026, 22:03Red Rusty '70 KG autostick -
Just purchased this, but this restoration beyond my skillset. approx 80k miles on dealer maintenence records.
Complete original Engine/Trans/body parts/glass/seats/spare tire.
Ghia was in 'SAFE' storage in shipping container Seattle, Wa. AFTER 25 years/rust throughout lower body.
Extreme rust-pan to body area drivers side, more pictures available for serious discussion related to purchase.
Must sell car, not parts, ALL or nothing. $2000 or reasonable offer.
Peter B. -- Sun City West,Az 85375 (Phoenix,Az)
Just purchased this, but this restoration beyond my skillset. approx 80k miles on dealer maintenence records.
Complete original Engine/Trans/body parts/glass/seats/spare tire.
Ghia was in 'SAFE' storage in shipping container Seattle, Wa. AFTER 25 years/rust throughout lower body.
Extreme rust-pan to body area drivers side, more pictures available for serious discussion related to purchase.
Must sell car, not parts, ALL or nothing. $2000 or reasonable offer.
Peter B. -- Sun City West,Az 85375 (Phoenix,Az)
#5
Technical / Re: 1970 VW Type 1 Auutostick ...
Last post by Chippy Senior - 07 July 2025, 18:03Hi - I've not seen such a thing, but that doesnt mean it doesnt exist! I will have a look around. I would expect it to be fairly difficult to acquire certain specific parts and a donor clutch may be a better solution.
I know I have part numbers for certain 'major' parts but nothing more than can be found on certain supplier catalog pages.
Might be worth raising the question on TheSamba?
I know I have part numbers for certain 'major' parts but nothing more than can be found on certain supplier catalog pages.
Might be worth raising the question on TheSamba?
#6
Technical / 1970 VW Type 1 Auutostick Expl...
Last post by LA Irish - 05 July 2025, 21:44Gentlemen
I am going to undertake separating my engine for my transmission next week. Clutch is frozen and no matter how much banging I do it won't release. Not sure condition of components but hoping for best preparing for the worse.
I am looking for an exploded view that also included part numbers to help easy my identification and ordering of clutch component parts. I know several vendors have some of the part numbers but really would like more details if possible. Not sure if there is an old VW document/shop manual that might have them.
Got the Bentley manual to help id the parts but really need the numbers. Does anyone know where I can locate such a document? Also, any recommendations on what parts should be replaced would be appreciated.
Thanks
I am going to undertake separating my engine for my transmission next week. Clutch is frozen and no matter how much banging I do it won't release. Not sure condition of components but hoping for best preparing for the worse.
I am looking for an exploded view that also included part numbers to help easy my identification and ordering of clutch component parts. I know several vendors have some of the part numbers but really would like more details if possible. Not sure if there is an old VW document/shop manual that might have them.
Got the Bentley manual to help id the parts but really need the numbers. Does anyone know where I can locate such a document? Also, any recommendations on what parts should be replaced would be appreciated.
Thanks
#7
General / Re: Still active?
Last post by redeyedtreefr0g - 29 June 2025, 03:46I like it here. Reading threads on this forum tends to teach me the stuff I need to know in a nice direct manner without a bunch of "swap in a manual", negativity, or random guesswork by people who feel the need to click that reply button for no reason.
I'm putting together a 1972 Super Beetle autostick which also happens to be my first classic Volkswagen ever, so there's been a LOT to learn!
I just wanted to make sure I chime in to say how much I appreciate you and the other folks here.
I'm putting together a 1972 Super Beetle autostick which also happens to be my first classic Volkswagen ever, so there's been a LOT to learn!
I just wanted to make sure I chime in to say how much I appreciate you and the other folks here.
#8
General / Re: Still active?
Last post by volkenstein - 20 May 2025, 03:27And I have after getting through password issues. I have been MIA a bit due to what my healthcare professionals refer to as "getting CABbaGed".
Volkenstein aka Sean
Volkenstein aka Sean
#9
General / Re: Still active?
Last post by Raymond73 - 18 May 2025, 16:27Volkenstein (moderator) was active a few days ago, but agree not a lot of activity these days. If you message him directly, he may be able to assist.
Ray
Ray
#10
General / Still active?
Last post by Chippy Senior - 12 May 2025, 10:22I'm assuming that given the low number of posts and even less responses, this site is now defunct. Is there an active @admin?