12 volt starter.

Sickostrichow · Post by **Sickostrichow** » Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:35 pm

Hey guys and gals.
Doing a 6 to 12v conversion on the 57 beetle.
Have most of the bits and pieces.
But need a 12v starter.
Other option is just run the 6v. Knowing it will burn out eventually.
But Iâ€™d rather do it right the first time.
So if youâ€™ve got one or know anyone with one Iâ€™d be very appreciative.
Tim.
0408 792 292.

Post by **jnr356** » Sat Mar 30, 2019 1:49 pm

use your 6v with a 12v solenoid
get simon from donvale auto elec to go through it 0408178211

if you use 12v starter you will need 12v flywheel and reset end float

Sickostrichow · Post by **Sickostrichow** » Sat Mar 30, 2019 2:55 pm

Got the flywheel etc.
Think thatâ€™s the path we were going down.
But that is a good option re using the 6v starter with solenoid ðŸ‘�
And possibly an easier one too.

rossko · Post by **rossko** » Sun Mar 31, 2019 11:33 am

I have a 6 volt starter, with a 12v solenoid, which is/was working, and no longer needed, due to engine overhaul. In Geelong.

Sickostrichow · Post by **Sickostrichow** » Mon Apr 01, 2019 9:55 am

Thanks Rossco.
Hopefully Iâ€™ll find something closer.
But definitely keep it in mind.
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Rat214 · Post by **Rat214** » Thu May 09, 2019 4:14 am

Just a thought if you do end up fitting a 12v flywheel.
The gearbox housing will need grinding in certain spots to clear the flywheel.
At least thats what i had to do to my 6v gearbox. Correct me if iâ€™m wrong!
Also I recently installed a new pressure plate and had to grind down the section just near the fork. So it would clear.
â€”al

Sickostrichow · Post by **Sickostrichow** » Fri May 10, 2019 6:27 pm

Thanks mate.
Will keep that in mind.