H0 Motor in 66 Vert?

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thade
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H0 Motor in 66 Vert?

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I have a November 1965 vert build date with what looks like an original 1500 motor and 12 volt electrical system. Can this be original? I know that F series motors were more common in early 1966 models with H0 motors not coming until later. And the 12 volt is a mystery. I thought that was not until 1967. Perhaps, it is just a very original looking conversion, but the voltage converter looks original under the back seat. I have sent off for a birth certificate so will know for sure in a few weeks - just curious about anyone's insights.
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Post by h~moto »

All `66's would have the F series motors unless it was not a Deluxe in which case it would have come with a 1200 motor. The 1500 motor began at the start of the `67 model year.
Yes, I would say that the 12V system is a very original looking conversion.
thade
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Thanks for the input.

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That's what I have been thinking. It is odd though that the motor number matches the build date time of the rest of the car. Must just be a coincidence. The generator also says 7V on it, so it may have been re-cored to 12 V.

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Post by h~moto »

I believe that Type 2's had the H0 motors starting with the `66 model year. Maybe that's what you got in your Beetle.
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