The 1966 VW Beetle Forum

Well, I haven't had any issues lately. I did check all the contacts and didn't find any signs of corrosion/green. I cleaned as well as I could with the contact/electrical cleaner and it seems to have helped. I didn't spray/clean the starter or solenoid contacts yet, but plan on doing that today.

Ok, so I think I have a similar problem, but not sure. This may be long winded, but here goes. It's a 6V system. A month after buying the car, I noticed that it would struggle a bit starting. Then it went "wwuurrr.....pause.....wwuuurrr...rrrr." and then nothing. Turn the key and nothing. ...

Ben,
I just bought a 66 bug, also with RH drive, and apparently it's the same color as yours as well. Thought I was looking at my ride when I saw your pic!

Nice.

Rick

Finally back in the air cooled scene. It's been 15 years. Last air cooled was a 64 Notch. Now....I'm the proud owner of a 66 Bug Right Hand driver. Imported from the UK back in 1983. All original interior, seats and upholstery, headliner, seat belts, UK license plate, etc. 73K original miles. Rebuil...