Yes I have a 1964 bug, yes this is a 66 forum, but I feel the expertise on here is the best place for my needs on this one. With that said, I'm having an issue with the starter engaging the flywheel.
When I got the bug it had a new starter installed already. My bug is set up for 12V, but am thinking it was originaly 6V correct?
If a 12V starter was installed on a 6V flywheel, I'm thinking that may be contributing to the issue. Am I correct that I need to count the teeth to determine which flywheel I have or is there an easier way? I searched the serial number off the engine and it is a 64 if that helps.
If I have a 6V flywheel, can I install a 6V starter and run 12V power to it?
If my flywheel is chewed up, where is a good place to source a new one?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Flywheel questions
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6 volt starters running on 12 volts will eat up the flywheel ring gear teeth before they burn themselves out.
I don't think a 12 volt starter will work on a 6-volt flywheel at all, so I'm thinking you have a 6-volt starter and flywheel that was ruined by running 12 volts. If you choose to fit a replacement 6-volt flywheel, it's just a matter of time until the problem repeats itself.
You never mentioned which engine you have. The 200 mm 12-volt flywheel will swap out on the 1300-1500-1600 engines, but not the old 40 hp 1200. The way to tell is if your old flywheel has an internal O-ring. If so, the 12-volt flywheel is a direct swap.
If it hasn't been done already, you will need to clearance the bellhousing for the larger flywheel and buy the proper starter busing or find a self-supporting starter.
I don't think a 12 volt starter will work on a 6-volt flywheel at all, so I'm thinking you have a 6-volt starter and flywheel that was ruined by running 12 volts. If you choose to fit a replacement 6-volt flywheel, it's just a matter of time until the problem repeats itself.
You never mentioned which engine you have. The 200 mm 12-volt flywheel will swap out on the 1300-1500-1600 engines, but not the old 40 hp 1200. The way to tell is if your old flywheel has an internal O-ring. If so, the 12-volt flywheel is a direct swap.
If it hasn't been done already, you will need to clearance the bellhousing for the larger flywheel and buy the proper starter busing or find a self-supporting starter.