HELP!

My guess to the size you need, see if you can match it with the other cylinders, that should give you the size you need. I've never worked on the Beetles before but I have worked on other cars. As for how to use the tool. Make sure when you get the ratchet handle on the rethread tool, make sure it is lubricated full of oil. What you want to do is to remember there is no rush. Turn it about 1/2 a turn at a time, then back it out again. Lubricate it and do it 3/4 turn so on and so forth. It should work out.

Go to
www. Superbeetles. Com
many of the wonderful folks there will be able to help you
also, get a copy of john muir's book
"how to keep your vw alive forever"
it's an invaluable resource for all air cooled owners.