VW Bug Wiring Harness Install Part 1

Here is Part-1 of a video installing a brand new harness from Wolsburg West. It will show tips, tricks and step by step instructions.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Hey Everyone, enjoy the video and please add comments or questions.

[@justdiyit9683]

Hi, what year is this specific bug you’re wiring?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

@@justdiyit9683 it’s for a 66 vw bug.

[@justdiyit9683]

@@FixinBugsNStuff Awesome, I have a 1963 beetle and recently purchased the WW complete wiring as well and most of it looks very similar to yours. Mine is still 6v and also have the conversion kit to 12v so hopefully you make a 6v to 12v video in the future as I think you were very thorough and detailed in our video. Thanks again and subbed to your channel

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

@@justdiyit9683 the wiring I showed is for a 12v setup. The 66 did have a 6v system, but the wiring was too old to use. So I ordered the WW wiring for the 6v setup. The gauge of wire is what matters concerning amperage. The good part is, upgrading to 12v doesn’t change anything. Except, flasher relay, wiper motor, starter, ignition coil, generator, flywheel and all lightbulbs. If you have already done this than you are in good shape. I believe I have a video showing how to change the armature for the wiper.

[@justdiyit9683]

@@FixinBugsNStuff Awesome!

[@NTNGMAN]

Wanted to say thank you, I draw a blank when it comes to electrical but you gave the motivation to remove my wires, by the harness and start the installation. Appreciate the video, thanks again. Great job.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Glad to help.

[@jrlopez4585]

... Hi, just so happened that when I purchased my 1966 VW Bug the Wiring Harness (Wolfsburg West) came with the Bug ... so I'm leaving it aside so when the time comes to be installed and thanks for your Review and Installation process .

[@tommueller2650]

Excellent. You make it look so easy. Thanks for breaking it down step by step.

[@Landymobs]

Dude.... life saver. Doing a full restore on a 69 for my wife. First full restore ever, and my experience is lacking in electrical. These videos you made are beyond helpful and I can't thank you enough. The bug came stripped for paint with no electrical components on it. Was pausing the video to get my list going for parts. When it's finally time to wire it up(chassis is currently off body and it'll be a while before it gets painted), I'll be referencing these videos. Thanks again, dude.

[@hermesseda4977]

Very helpful video. Great job. Thank you

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Glad to help.

[@brianw8963]

I always take pictures when I dismantle stuff like this,now, but I did not 6 or so years ago when I totally dismantled this 69 I’m totally restoring. Finally got the paint done and started on the total new wiring harness and sorta forget where the harness was routed etc.. Thank You so much , this helped Me a lot! Mine is a convertible and a bit different, but Got Me on track. Thanks again.

[@VWBEETLEOVAL1955]

great tutorial and all explained so everybody can replace it. good job

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

I hope it helps someone.

[@watchdog3605]

Best air cooled vw wiring help on KZbin

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Thanks for watching. I hope it helps.

[@yoshinoyajones8924]

couldnt agree more!!!

[@marianosabas]

Love the video, well explained on your step by step. Im going to be wiring my 66 soon.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Glad to help.

[@VWJawbreaker]

Outstanding job on the video! That kit sure seems to be a top not harness.

[@davidwhocares3293]

Yeah he made that thing look like it just fell into place ! He did a great job !

[@toniweindl6132]

Vielen Dank für deine Arbeit. Das war sehr hilfreich Viele Grüße aus Bayern

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Thanks for watching.

[@timhause6956]

Nice job buddy!

[@vayabroder729]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@VolksStokes]

Oh man!!! You make it look so easy 😊🎉❤

[@Mbalter39]

Wher I can find this manual? And the Harness? Perfect tutorial!

[@CAMERAMAN173]

thanks for the well done video

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Glad to help.

[@adrianoregel3693]

Hello it’s 8/30/2023great video by the way I’m about to bring a Manx back to life VERY EXCITED 😊 quick question for you will this harness work for a 1976 Vw Manx?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Look at Wolfsburg West and see what they have.

[@SentBack1978]

Jim would like to know which harness you bought for this project? You do a great job on teaching in this video!

[@trevorallan1340]

Nice job on the video. It's hard to believe that over 7400 views you only have 220 likes. I been dreading replacing the wiring in my 67 but this video makes it look easy. Thanks for the Key Moments list it makes it easy to follow. I'm converting my generator to an alternator, will this kit work with it also? Last question. Are all the boots you used readily available online?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Yep not all agree with my methods, but I just want to help out as many as I can.

[@davidwhocares3293]

Great video ! 😊 nicely done ! New Sub !

[@angelsoterojr]

U make it look easy 🤙🤙🤙

[@richlijacanacua]

Thank you very much.

[@omaramin8246]

Great video brother very informative cause of u I'm doing it myself who did u purchase kit from

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Wolfsburg West

[@terryharris2092]

what a job, ;; nice video, think id get lost,

[@davordukanovic1245]

Great video, tnx! 🍻

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Thanks!

[@VolksStokes]

Horn: (-) or (+) = Not sensitive :)

[@marklamse3261]

awesome

[@omaramin8246]

Informative great job whom did u purchase from thank you

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Wolfsburg West

[@escarabajohsp9616]

Hello greetings, where can I get the complete kit of cables and parts with installation instructions? I'm from México 🇲🇽

[@argimiromalave3216]

I got that harness from wolfurwest. My oval 1956 year has semaphore. What ia your recommendation in my case?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Did you order the harness for a 56? If so, it should come with the wiring for the semaphores. If not, you can run them.

[@SDsailor7]

@@FixinBugsNStuff Working on the super beetles electrical is a pain in the A$$ due to the manual electrical symbols hard to understand.

[@hermesseda4977]

What kind od spray you put on wire make it easier go through.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

A silicone spray. It does not agitate the wire insulation.

[@ca.vulture.2695]

I have a 71 squareback. Is the wiring setup the same???.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

No it is not. Is it fuel injected? Totally different wiring.

[@warddodd]

Where did you find those clamp on brake line brackets on your axle tubes? Never seen those before, slick.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

They are stainless and I had them made. You may have to look them up on Facebook marketplace.

[@kellyparks7116]

Which harness did you get. Got a 1967 bug

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Get one from Wolfsburg West. They are really good with full instructions.

[@dlynes8463]

Any chance you have a shared saved copy of your wiring instructions? It’s much better than one I received with my full kit. Mine look like a kid drew them.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Email me, I think I have it electronically.

[@dlynes8463]

Thanks for your reply and consideration. I cannot find your email. What is it? Thank you.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

@@dlynes8463 email me here: [e-mail]

[@dlynes]

@@FixinBugsNStuff May I have your email address please? Thank you.

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

@@dlynes [e-mail]

[@Bethany6975]

Question(sł what year beetle was this done on? I have a 1977 standard beetle sedan would this work on it?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

1966.

[@Bethany6975]

@@FixinBugsNStuff now other question. Could I use this on my 77? The wires look awfully similar. If not is there anywhere online you'd recommend for this year model?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

You could, but it would be better for to actually get the schematic for your year. You can find it here: www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/wiringt1.php

[@Bethany6975]

@@FixinBugsNStuff thank you you're a lifesaver! :) I'll try it this weekend

[@adrianoregel3693]

What model# was that how do we order it

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Look at Wolfsburg West.

[@napgonz]

Good video! Is that Manual available somewhere on the internet?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Sorry it is not.

[@mperez5920]

I think I missed the year of your bug, and what years does your harness cover?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

It’s a 66.

[@lehuadefiesta5953]

Great video! What gauge (wire) did you use to add your tachometer wires?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

I believe it was a 16ga.

[@johnwarfn]

Is there any interference running the tach wire next to the main harness?

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Nope none at all.

[@johnwarfn]

@@FixinBugsNStuff thanks! Going to wire my Ghia soon and I want to add a tach

[@dumpsterfire6351]

Why would those wires not be included in the WIRE HARNESS

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Each manufacture is different so I assume WW is different.

[@dumpsterfire6351]

@@FixinBugsNStuff I suppose WW not prestige anymore?

[@fernandoolivares7229]

Can i use this video for a 1959 vw Beetle

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

You could use it as a reference but, not as an exact step by step.

[@hobbyautobodyfun9315]

🤔 interesting

[@javiercamarillo4498]

Can I use this Video layout for a 68

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Yes. There may be a few extra wires for the flasher relay.

[@leroybrown6118]

Where did you buy the wiring harness

[@FixinBugsNStuff]

Wolfsburg West