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Technical => Chassis & Suspension Forum => Topic started by: watercooled on September 16, 2004, 08:41:21 PM

Title: Bus Cv - Beetle Axle- Bus Cv
Post by: watercooled on September 16, 2004, 08:41:21 PM

I have heard of guys running drag cars with Bus CV-Beetle axle-Bus CV but I don't know for sure if it is a solid way to go?  Is there anyone who machines stock Beetle axles so they will fit bus CV's including the snap ring on the end? Hans if your out there help me out.

Thanks Watercooled

Title: Bus Cv - Beetle Axle- Bus Cv
Post by: Geoff on September 17, 2004, 08:47:18 AM

I have been running that combo in my 1959 beetle since 1995 with no problems and it has seen many years of racing (i run without the clips as there is no way for the CV's to move when in the stock or lowered position.

If it's off road use with some height and long travel, machine a grove for the clip.

Title: Bus Cv - Beetle Axle- Bus Cv
Post by: Bruce on September 17, 2004, 02:21:26 PM

Geoff, did you install the dished washer before the CV?  

I've \"heard\" if you leave out the dished washer you can install the clip on the outside.

Title: Bus Cv - Beetle Axle- Bus Cv
Post by: Hansk on September 17, 2004, 03:44:25 PM

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Hans if your out there help me out.

Thanks Watercooled

Wait , I think I know what the problem is.....what kind of motor you runnin ? [_[    ............. :lol:  :lol:  

Title: Bus Cv - Beetle Axle- Bus Cv
Post by: watercooled on September 18, 2004, 08:38:55 AM

Abby Country (Dave) mentioned that for off road applications the CV will bind when suspension is at it's full travel with the snap ring.  So if you make sure that the axle doesn't pull out more than 2/3rds when at full travel you should be alright.   :mullet: