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1968 Volkswagen Beetle starter switch

Tiny
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Electrical problem
1968 Volkswagen Beetle 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

1968 VW Bug. When I try to fire up the bug it starts for a second and when I release the key it dies. Like there is no juice going to the coil after the key is released. I had the starter switch replaced a few months ago and the problem was solved. Now I am having the same issue again. I have only driven the bug twice inbetween the visit to the mechanic and now. What could the issue be?
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Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 AT 3:20 PM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

you can easily check the power to the coil with a test light, there should be constant battery voltage at the Pos terminal with the ignition on, start here.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 AT 4:40 PM

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