First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the knowledge to handle every situation they will come across with any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghis, vans, and campers. With easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information- for novice and veteran mechanics alike-anecdotal descriptions and clear language, this book takes mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair producers, and offers some chuckles along the way.
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John Muir, mechanic, author, and the publisher, wrote the original How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive in 1969. He died in 1977.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A must buy book for people who find the Haynes a little too technical. It really does help if you don't have a basic mechanics background.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Andrew Dixon
Format:Paperback
This is a smashing first book for anyone owning a VW T1 > T3. The book is written in plain English with a smidgeon of humour. Covers all the basics that the Haynes manual glosses over. It *is* dated and some part are obviously not to be taken as gospal but overall I'd thoroughly recommend it.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Evil Monkley
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Although my copy has now many oily hand prints all over it this book is brilliant. It helped me learn about my camper and helped do some of the essential maintenance.
Well written and illustrated a great book
Well written and illustrated a great book
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By littlebazaar
Format:Paperback
this book is just what we need to keep our old beetle on the road, with easy to read and follow instructions as well as tips that you dont get in all the other books, i wish we had found it long ago.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Somebody gave me a copy of this book years ago, when I lived in South Africa. It was invaluable, and as a "compleat idiot" when it comes to cars, I loved the pictoral step-by-step guides to keeping my volksie alive. When I sold my Beetle (and cried for days afterwards) I gave the book to another VW lover, who was equally thrilled to have the tattered copy in his collection.
Now I am beginning to dabble in VW fun and games again, I really hoped that I would be able to find it on Amazon. And ... voila! Thank you, thank you, for my beautiful new copy! Inspiring without leaving one feeling overwhelmed at one's lack of knowledge! Even the kids are reading it.
Sam.
Now I am beginning to dabble in VW fun and games again, I really hoped that I would be able to find it on Amazon. And ... voila! Thank you, thank you, for my beautiful new copy! Inspiring without leaving one feeling overwhelmed at one's lack of knowledge! Even the kids are reading it.
Sam.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By liam
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i am just a novice who occasionally was allowed to tinker or help my dad with his type two bus. since then i have slowly build my engineering skills and have now set upon my own project. this book includes all you could need for beetle, split, bay and t25(only some is relevant to t25 as models vary) i find the book interesting and educational and it has proved its worth. a well worth buy for the v'dub enthusiast. !!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By L. Varley
Format:Paperback
This was bought as a gift after I read a recommendation on the website of a couple who had driven the length of Africa in their camper. Neither of us are mecahnics or technical minded, but that doesn't matter. The book is easy to follow and has clear instructions and diagrams. It was originally written in the 60's or 70's, but don't let that put you off because the VW's haven't changed since then anyway. If anything I find that reassuring because it shows that you don't need modern tools and gadgets, which aren't always readily available. This book will probably turn out to be our best friend when we go off on our adventure!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Nick
Format:Paperback
This is essential reading for all owners of air cooled VW's it is a very entertaining read in its own right but the clear procedures make it worth its weight in gold. I've been working on my own VW's for over 20 years and this is the best of the non factory manual books(eg Haynes, Autobooks etc) I've used. The diagrams at first glance may seem a bit lacking in detail as they are hand drawn illustrations but they just show the parts you are working on and so not confusing you with complex photos and therefore are very easy to understand and follow.
I've saved the cost of this book many times over following the straight forward instructions.
I've saved the cost of this book many times over following the straight forward instructions.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for the V2 enthusiast.
From the very first I knew I was going to like it. John Muir starts off by asking you to read this as a story and initially not to dwell too long on the techy bits. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Deanna1
5.0 out of 5 stars
How to keep your vw alive
This is a brilliant book. I rate myself as a pretty competent DIY mechanic....but this book is really good fun, and educational too. Read more
Published 4 months ago by MR M MCINNERNEY
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not sure its for a beginner this
This takes you from basic to full strip down but not sure its really for a complete beginner...I struggle past some of the most basic stuff
Published 5 months ago by Mr Hopley
5.0 out of 5 stars
top stuff
classic info...had one years ago.....brought this one as now back into Beetles.e.g'Taking off the rear hub nuts with a cold chisel'..!!!.. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Robert Elliot
5.0 out of 5 stars
How to keep your volkswagen healthy.
Reprinted classic maintainable book with extra tips
Great ic you are a volkswagen fan!
Only covers old volkswagen like campers and beetles.
Great ic you are a volkswagen fan!
Only covers old volkswagen like campers and beetles.
Published 6 months ago by A. L. Hughes
5.0 out of 5 stars
In depth yet simple enough to understand
Bought this book based on previous reviews and when I first opened it was unsure of my wisdom as it seemed very Beetle-biased. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Kerouacfan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must Have Book
if your doing work on your own, this is a must have book. Idiot proof and explained in detail. the best investment ever (Im on my third copy now as 'mates' keep borrowing them)
Published 14 months ago by VW Triker
5.0 out of 5 stars
"well thumbed"
I have both this book and the Haynes manual. This one wins hands down. (although the Haynes does have good pics)
It's not written like most manuals. Read more
It's not written like most manuals. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Harry
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