Our first thoughts today go out to all of our customers, friends and suppliers in the United Kingdom.
The Queen is no longer, another certainty in life that left us.

She gave her life as an example for many, her influence was not only for the UK, but worldwide.
She was a Queen simply for all of us, she was The Queen.
The world will never be the same. Values are fading…

Our sincere condolences to family, friends and everybody who loved her, how could you not?

On this humble sad Friday we bring you our weekly product update.

Sometimes when you think you have all important parts covered we come to logical parts that are simply missing in our program, here’s a prime example.
These bumper over-rider brackets been used on the small style “export” bumpers.

For USA safety rules VW had to come up with a certain height of the bumper and so over-riders were born.
Mandatory in the USA, cool looks made it a popular option worldwide.
Over-riders brought extra tension to the bumper so had to have their own proper bracket.

We do stock these extra bumper brackets now for front and rear.
Left and right is always the same.

0014-125 Bumperbracket upper front (Export) USA – Beetle -07/67, 1200 -07/73
0015-125 Bumperbracket upper rear (Export) USA – Beetle -07/67, 1200 -07/73

The rubber grommet where these bumper bracket tubes go through the body can be found HERE

Now prices and availability of new engine cases gets to never seen levels rebuilding gains popularity.
In order to rescue more worn out cases we decided to stock oversize lifters.

Too much play in your lifter channel drops your oil pressure.
With our oversize lifters you can bring the lateral play of your lifters back to factory tolerances.

Sold each, but we do strongly recommend always to use same size lifters in your engine

1632-015 Lifter oversize 0.15 – Type1 (1pc)
1632-030 Lifter oversize 0.30 – Type1 (1pc)
1632-050 Lifter oversize 0.50 – Type1 (1pc)

Our complete lifter family can be found HERE

Another product development we started a couple of years ago, and looked simpler as it was.
This OEL cap is frequently nicknamed 730 depending how you read it.

This cap is used on all Bay Window Bus Type 4 engines.
German build Beetle Fuel injection engines (AJ engine code).
Type 411/412 & Porsche 914/4.

1848-400 Oil filler cap with seal Type4

`Our complete assortment oil filler caps can be found HERE

Engine mounts, we’ve talked about it a lot lately and we’re not finished yet..
We’re sure by now you’re aware of the importance of good quality engine mounts and this is no difference – specifically designed for the type 25 Diesel version.

Make sure to inspect these from time to time as when they’re knackered they can cause a rather noisy and annoying (rattling) sound..
Always inspect your engine mounts prior to fitting them, they should have no rubber on the contacts where it gets secured/tightened.

Any rubber in these contact points can cause it to loosen with all sorts of problems as a result.
Available off the shelf here at BBT

1488-600 Engine mount – Bus D 07/82- TD 08/84-

This gasket seals either end of the tube connecting the muffler to the EGR filter designed for the Beetle AJ (injection) 08/74-, sold by piece – you will need 2.

1090-1 EGR filter gasket – Beetle USA 08/74-

And finally the mounting sets for the seals on the top frame of a convertible, you will need these when you’re restoring your cabrio.

These sets change slightly over the years of production.. not to worry BBT has got you covered and you can find all years in the newly organised category on the
webshop .. Exterior – Convertible sun- & sliding roof parts – Latches, cables & hardware  Or just click the link

Available off the shelf here at BBT.

7160 Assembly set sealsframe – Beetle 50-07/64
7161 Mounting set seals frame – Beetle 08/64-07/71
7162 Mounting set for the seals on the top frame – Beetle 08/71-07/72
7163 Mounting set seals frame – Beetle 1303

If you can’t find what you’re looking for or need a particular part you can call us on +32 (0)3 633 22 22 or email info@BBT4VW.com

Honor and respect for The Queen,
BBT News team wish you a good weekend.

From the other side of the world; Friend of the house Rodrigo K. from Colombia was so friendly to share us some pictures of their convoy last weekend.

For all of us to enjoy!

More information about their club can be found here:

https://www.facebook.com/VolkswagenClubdeColombia

Longtime friend of Da Houze and BBT neighbor Danny and Greg have a roofing company.
Long time ago BBT restored a single cab in their typical yellow company color to promote their roofing company.

They gave some visibility of the company and used their bright yellow pick up to host the radio park Deejay booth at our local town fair.
Good times, nice pictures, always good to see BBT cars used what they’re made for….:)