Guides
VW air-cooled guides
Practical, workshop-tested advice on fitting engines and gearboxes, first start and running-in, rebuild costs and picking the right engine for your build.
Fitting guides
How to fit a VW air-cooled engine
Pre-install checks, installation steps, torque tips and when to bring it to us.
Read the guideHow to fit a VW gearbox
Removal, installation, clutch alignment, shift-rod coupling and common pitfalls.
Read the guideFirst start & running-in
What to do after fitting — first-start checklist, running-in and after-fitting checks.
Read the guideBuying & cost guides
How much does a VW engine rebuild cost?
What drives the price, what a proper rebuild includes, and when a new long block is better value.
Read the guideType 1 vs Type 4 — which engine do you need?
Which cars each engine fits, how they differ, and how to choose the right one for your build.
Read the guideRather have us do the work?
We fit engines and gearboxes in our own workshop, and every build carries a minimum 12 months unlimited-mileage warranty.