my 71 bug has the low/high beam swith on the indicator stalk.
it doesn't seem to work (stuck on low beam).

I have taken the steering wheel off to have a look at the indicator stalk and i can get the headlights to switch to hight beam if i press down on the 2 plastic tabs that are at the base of the stalk, but as soon as i take my finger off these plastic tabs the lights revert back to low beam

I can't seem to make sense of this. it does appear broken, but obviously something isn't right.

can anyone give me some clues.

is my stalk assembly fixable or do I need to new one? thanks

It is most likely the relay as the switch only triggers the flip flop relay to change beams. If you want a relay I have both new and used.

is this the same part that is advertised for $17.30 on JustKampers? if not, could you please detail the difference. '


http://www.justkampersaustralia.com/shop/headlamp-relay-12v-for-vw-beetle-vw-...


Thanks

If you want a "dutch auction" check prices at Classic,Micks's Motors,and a dozen other suppliers,I purchased these when I had my workshop and that is what they owe me. If you want cheap I can also find a stuffed one for you.I have no problem giving advice or assistance on this forum based on my trade experience but am not a charity.Good luck Les

Les,

I did not intend to offend. I don't have a lot of knowledge with the electrics of beetles and was simply inquirying as to if there was any technical difference, I was not questioning quality, as I am well aware that when ordering from these websites, quality is traded off with price. There is so many intricate differences between beetle models, my question was purely technical based.

I understand that people need to make a dollar for their time.
I value peoples knowledge and I'm prepared to pay for the right advice, rather than rely on a generic description of a part on an internet site.
so please, no offecnce intended.

Regards
Dale

Hi Dale apology accepted as I said I am prepared to assist where i can and know the parts that I have aren't always the cheapest but I tried to use good quality parts in my workshop as I too was burnt with cheap parts that didn't perform from some well known suppliers and consequently wouldn't buy from them again unless it was a last resort. The unit from Just Campers should do the job for you.
Cheers Les

This is a very useful thread. I believe my Super has the same issue. When switching to high beam the h/b warning lamp does not light up and the headlights go off.

Is it likely I have the same relay issue? Is it one of the relays in the fuse box?

Thanks,
Brett