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12V relay
stock applications:
Beetle 1303 until 7.1973
Karmann Ghia 8.1966 and later
Bus 8.1972 and later
Type 3 8.1971 and later
universal use:
for all models and years
Specifications:
Voltage: 12V
Maximum amperage: 40 Ampere Paruzzi number : 683 Original VW number : 141951253B
Useful information from Paruzzi magazine and from our YouTube channel :
crimp terminals Replacing the complete wiring loom seems the most obvious solution. We have them all in stock for every type of VW. But this is a very drastic job that you will probably only do when a total restoration is at hand. And, is it really always necessary?
determine cable diameter The older your Volkswagen the more likely it is that the electrical consumers no longer get the full 6 volts or 12 volts due to voltage losses between the battery and the consumer. A voltage drop across the electrical conductor is inevitable, we are dealing with copper and we cannot make the cross section of the cable infinitely large.
voltage drops The electric consumers of your classic Volkswagen expect the full 6 volts or 12 volts (or more) to function properly, which is unfortunately not always the case. Especially the 6 volt version sometimes complains about slow running windscreen wipers, weak headlights and direction indicators that pinch too slowly.
radio interference Have you ever driven a classic Volkswagen with an original radio or a classic radio, then you have probably ever known the phenomenon "interference". That annoying noise, buzzing, crackling that comes out of your speakers. These disturbances can have different causes, but they can also be remedied.
replacing spade connectors A messy electrical connection will soon lead to the failure of electrical accessories or, in the worst case, the engine. Incorrect connections can also result in short-circuits, causing the wiring harness to burn out. Enough reasons to master a good technique to make the electrical connections of your VW neat and tidy.
measuring electric current To measure current, you must interrupt the circuit through which the current flows. The ammeter must be connected in series. Therefore, that a current clamp is a better solution. This type of ammeter does not affect the circuit to be measured, it measures the magnetic field around the conductor (induction principle, see edition 26).
VW part numbering All VW parts are identified by a unique reference number. This reference is made up of 9 digits, to which sometimes a letter is added. The oldest book with VW references we could find is the one of the Beetle of 1949, Volkswagen used 6 digits to indicate the parts, from 1956 on 9 digits can be seen.
buying a VW Beetle When you want to buy a vintage car, looking at the body and the interior is not enough. Most surprises will be seen at the bottom and the chassis. Some flaws are not so bad and can be fixed with a limited budget and not too much technical knowledge. In this article we study the underside of a 1960 Volkswagen Beetle 1200.