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Posted by: Bob L. Jun 7 2013, 10:07 PM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ignition-Lock-Cylinder-PORSCHE-914-VOLKSWAGEN-BEETLE-FASTBACK-SPUAREBACK-/150695893480?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3A914&hash=item23162cd9e8&vxp=mtr

Says it's "Hella" Does it really fit? Work well?

Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Jun 7 2013, 10:33 PM

May work for later cars, won't work for early cars. What year's yours?

The Cap'n

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Jun 8 2013, 05:57 AM

Don't know if it's the same part # as mine, but it fits and works in a late model.

Posted by: 914Sixer Jun 8 2013, 07:17 AM

Try Autohausaz.com. Look up the VW Beetle and the year. Same Hella lock $18.88. Why overpay??

Posted by: Bob L. Jun 8 2013, 09:06 AM

Good responses, thanks. Mine's a '73. so I guess that is late?
I have the problem where turning the key in the ignition doesn't turn the electric switch far enough to connect the starter circuit.
This might be a nice fix.

Posted by: 7TPorsh Jun 10 2013, 12:26 PM

Is there a good source for a 1970 car?

Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Jun 10 2013, 01:27 PM

If those are the symptoms, that key and tumbler isn't gonna fix it. You need a new ignition switch.

The Cap'n

Posted by: Bob L. Jun 10 2013, 02:25 PM

I have a new one installed. I noticed the prong that engages the electric portion is twisted a little bit backward. Therefore it wont turn the electric switch far enough to make contact.
I have a feeling that others out there have the same issue but are looking at the wrong part. Not all, but some.

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Jun 10 2013, 07:25 PM

By late model, I mean 75/76.