engine size?

Gary1719 · Post by **Gary1719** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 2:33 am

how do i tell what size the engine is that is out of a vw beetle?

tpinthepack · Post by **tpinthepack** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 2:40 am

You can only reference the ID number on the case to find out what it was factory fresh. But as you well know about the "peoples car", people could easily increase displacement as a shade tree mechanic. To truly know, you will need to remove the heads to measure the cyclinder diameter, and measure the stroke. 88.5 mm is a stock piston diameter of a 1600cc engine. 77mm piston is a 1200cc engine. aftermarket options are between 88mm through 94mm and larger. Good luck.

Gary1719 · Post by **Gary1719** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 2:45 am

is the id number below the alt or generator is this correct

tpinthepack · Post by **tpinthepack** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 2:51 am

On a type 1 it is below the generator, not the number on the stand, but lower on the case itself. H is a 1500, AE, or AH is a 1600 Just numbers would be a smaller engine.

Tom-Kathleen · Post by **Tom-Kathleen** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 3:00 am

The stock 1600cc bore is 85.5 mm. Tom

Gary1719 · Post by **Gary1719** » Fri Jun 23, 2006 3:01 am

thanks i found it it is a 1500.

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engine size?

engine size?

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