Bohlmann German Automotive

15/06/2024

Despite a questionable align bore from the machine shop and some other questionable items, this 1776cc is past its break in period and runs great with a stock carb.

10/05/2024

10/05/2024

Lineup 2019

10/05/2024

The 1970 Beetle before, during and after its 3rd restoration since I bought it in 1997.

10/05/2024

The 1967 just before its 15,000 mile countrywide journey. Note the early beetle euro front bumper.

10/05/2024

1641cc Single Port “H” block. Arguably the worst alloy block Volkswagen ever made. Despite this, it still powered a 1967 Standard Microbús loaded down with tools, parts and camping gear over 15,000 miles from Milton, FL to NorCal, then down to Baja California, Mexico then back up to NorCal where it served as a daily driver and generator when the power went out, for over 3 months, then a lengthy stroll back to Milton, Florida. We replaced a clutch and oil cooler seals along the way. Aside from that, no other issues were incurred. The engine still runs great and serves as a spare to the 1776cc that’s currently being broken in in the microbús.

25/03/2024

I’ve gotten a lot more people liking this group lately so I’ve updated the location. We specialize in air-cooled Volkswagens and at the moment building a new shop in Southern Baja for low-budget competitors in the Baja races and for those who just want to explore Baja in a VW bug, thing (type 181), or Bus. This is only a hobby for me, it’s not my main source of income but I’m happy to help where and when I can. Thanks for viewing my page!

14/01/2023

I don't really know what happened last night, but what does it mean when you wake up with a live gecko in your wallet? 6 more weeks of winter? 7 years of some kind of luck?

16/07/2019

Fresh 1776cc longblock. .010"/.010" turned crank, type 3 AS-41 case was align bored and thrust cut to .040"/.040" S**t C-35 reconditioned cam, reconditioned lifters, new AA 90.5 Pistons and jugs, rebuilt Bug pack street pro heads (40mm x 35.5mm). Head combustion chamber is . 052" and deck height is at . 050", which puts the compression ratio right at 8.5:1. I have everything to make it a turn-key except muffler and alternator. Please let me know if you're interested!

10/07/2019

Stock Crankshaft and Rod assembly to go in an unclaimed mild 1776cc. Features .010"/.010" turned crank, reconditioned connecting rods, align bored and thrust cut 040" / .040" German AS-41 block, S**t c-35 camshaft, New AA 90.5 Pistons and Cylinders and rebuilt Bug pack street pro heads 40mm intake valves x 35.5mm exhaust. It will be up for grabs as a longblock, but also available as turn key with a single Weber 40 IDF, stock fan shroud and heater boxes in case you want heat. Alternator and your choice of exhaust. Stand by for updates!

14/05/2019

Lower windshield frame from Wolfsburg West. Impressive fitment for an aftermarket part.

13/05/2019

Here's a pair of early bay window bus seats for $150. They need some work, but certainly worth saving.