1973 vw bug power problem

Asked by Hondamxer07 Jan 06, 2016 at 11:40 PM about the 1973 Volkswagen Beetle

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

So I've been having a problem where I can
start my bug and have it run for a few
minutes then die. Tested the battery, put a
new alternator in it, checked almost all the
grounds I could find. What could it be?!

6 Answers
145,375

T_S_T answered 9 years ago

Have you changed the fuel pump lately?

1 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful
145,375

T_S_T answered 9 years ago

All so could be coil getting hot and going bad.

1 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Hondamxer07 answered 9 years ago

I haven't. Didn't think it could even be a fuel pump, I've been set on it being something electrical

Mark helpful

Hondamxer07 answered 9 years ago

Would it makes sense to be the coil if headlights and dash lights stay on when cars dies? Troubleshooting would just be sticking a volt meter on and seeing if powers stays constant or not right?

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • 1973 vw bug power problem 6 Answers

    So I've been having a problem where I can start my bug and have it run for a few minutes then die. Tested the battery, put a new alternator in it, checked almost all the grounds I could find. What...

    1973 Volkswagen Beetle

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 69 vw bug has problem..think its transaxle.... 4 Answers

    got a 69 vw bug, starts fine with cluch engaged, doesnt seem to shift in or out of any particular gear( appears to be in nuetral) but when you let off the clutch and gas it car seems like its in a ge...

    1969 Volkswagen Beetle

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1973 VW Beetle Electrical issue? 1 Answer

    I have a 1973 VW Beetle. When I bought her she ran fine and needed the occasional update to keep her going. I'm pretty decent at working with mechanics, but recently an electrical issue came up. Eve...

    1973 Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1972/1974 VW Bug 1 Answer

    Will the rear seat from a 1974 Bug fit in the back of a 1972 Bug

    1972 Volkswagen Beetle

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1973 VW Super beetle, will not start and I can not figure out what the problem is?? 4 Answers

    I have replaced the starter on my Bug (Helga), I thought that was the problem with it, I also replaced the ignition switch. It still did not turn over or click or anything. I thought it was the wiring...

    1973 Volkswagen Beetle

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Beetle

Looking for a Used Beetle in your area?

CarGurus has 130 nationwide Beetle listings starting at $4,495.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search Volkswagen Beetle Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    tenspeed
    Reputation
    3,240
  • #2
    Chris Billings
    Reputation
    2,990
  • #3
    Deathjam4
    Reputation
    2,160
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Ford Mustang
39 Great Deals out of 1,789 listings starting at $5,999
Used FIAT 500
9 Great Deals out of 104 listings starting at $4,888
Used Honda Civic
227 Great Deals out of 3,605 listings starting at $3,500
Used Volkswagen Golf
14 Great Deals out of 382 listings starting at $4,995
Used Toyota Corolla
137 Great Deals out of 2,181 listings starting at $1,990
Used Chevrolet Corvette
39 Great Deals out of 1,021 listings starting at $17,499
Used Ford Bronco
17 Great Deals out of 1,883 listings starting at $35,275
Used Chevrolet Camaro
22 Great Deals out of 292 listings starting at $9,995

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.