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Where can I buy a neutral safety switch for 1970 Bug?

Started by antifix, October 24, 2004, 07:37:06 PM

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antifix

I finally troubleshooted my shifting problems with my 1970 autostick Beetle.  First I thought she had a bad servo, so I bought one without checking into it.  Turns out, it was ok.  I changed all the hoses, etc.  Everything is air tight.

Upon further investigation, I found the wire leading from the shifter contact to the neutral safety switch, and then onto the valve solenoid was grounding out somehow and causing the valve to always be closed.

To make a long story short, I ran a wire directly from the shifter to the valve solenoid and BOOM.  She works perfect.  I suspect it has something to do with the neutral safety switch.  Although the neutral safety switch is working to some degree, the car won't start in gear.  I tested the wiring on the switch and all seems to be in order.

Anyone know where I can buy one of the buggers in the States?  I've checked around to no avail.

I also have a servo for a 1970 Beetle autostick for sale if anyone's interested.  Used, but in great condition and tested.

bookwus

Hiya Anti,

Sounds to me as if your nuetral safety switch is doing just what it supposed to do.  You should not be able to start it in gear if the switch is functioning.
Or have I misread your post?
ike

70 AS Bug