Hi. I'm not much of a VW mechanic. How hard is it for an amatuer to
replace the 6 Volt flywheel with another? Is it difficult to pull the
engine and get to the flywheel? Maybe a repair shop would be a better
bet? Any idea of the cost? Thanks much, JOHN
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john wrote:
> > Anyone else having my problems? I converted my 65 bug to 12 volt years
> > ago and left the 6 volt starter in. About 7 years ago, I had to have my
> > flywheel replaced because the 6 volt starter had worn down the flywheel
> > teeth and it wouldn't always catch.
> > Now it's doing the same thing again. The starter doesn't engage the
> > flywheel the first time, often taking about 6-12 times before it
> > finally does.
> > What is the simpliest cure? Replace the flywheel again? Replacing the 6
> > volt starter with a 12 volt starter seems like a lot of work plus you
> > have to replace the starter too.
> > Any ideas?
>
> Simplest cure, push start it.
> Replace the 6v, 180mm clutch flywheel with a 12volt 200mm clutch
> flywheel. Replace the starter with one out of a 1969 Beetle, Autostick,
> it's self supporting and doesn't require a bushing in the trans. You'll
> have to change the clutch itself too. The transmission bellhousing will
> need to be clearanced for the flywheel to fit.