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Hi all, i am a new member!!! Iv just bought a 67 bug and its currently running with 6volt electrics. Just wondered if its a big job to convert to 12volt and what is needed. Thanks :?

It's fairly easy. switches and wiring is all ok to leave. you will obviously need to change bulbs, dynamo, regulator, battery, indicatior relay, wipers, horn and starter, but for the starter you will possibly need to change your flywheel as well. However you may be lucky as a 67 may be a wierd 6v started with 12 teeth. (not sure on this)

https://www.karmannkonnection.com 

Just a quick one. I still run 6 Volt and have never had any issues, you can get 6V halogen bulbs that are bright, and as long as everything is clean and well earthed, there is no reason why you need to spend a lot of money, possible getting over any issues you have. Only one small issue is no sterio.

Good luck

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12 volt radio in a 6 volt car?
Karmann Konnection to the rescue! 😃

https://forums.pre67vw.co.uk/viewtopic.aspx?forum=search 

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Great, thanks for your help-doesn't sound too bad.

Is there a way of getting a 12volt stereo to work on 6volt or.....?? That could save alot of trouble??!

Doh, just noticed your link-still getting used to it!!! Thats cool that that can be done as i think i would like to keep it original. Cheers dude

Welcome to the forum and the wonderful world of Vintage VWs!

😃

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Who does 6V Halogens!? I need them!!

I normally just run around with high beam on and never get flashed by anyone.

6v electrics are generally fine. If it all works, just be grateful and leave it alone.

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Status-vw parts do them and I'm sure others like KK too.

You should be able to get them in Germany somewhere.

https://www.status-vw.co.uk/shop/en-gb/dept_82.html 

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I got mine from Volkspares.

Andy

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Yup.... We've got all 3 types in stock, early, late and H4!

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