[T3] Generator brushes...

[Bryon Garvin]

I have not had to deal with my brushes yet.  However, I don't think I would
know what the correct type 3 brush would look like if it was sitting
infront of me.

Are either of these correct for a type 3?  What is the filing that needs to
be done ?

http://www.mamotorworkstv.com/vw/product/brush-set-generator-12-volt-2-pieces_396051/


http://www.mamotorworkstv.com/vw/product/carbon-brush-for-12-volt-generator-353750/


Thanks,

 - Bryon

On Wed, May 16, 2012 at 5:17 PM, Keith Park <topnotch at nycap.rr.com> wrote:

> Thanks for the Info, Ill bet I have something from China, most everything
> is
> these days.  Ill try my local NAPA and see if they can still order some.
>
> Thanks
>
> Keith
>
>
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> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"
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> 93 RX7 "Redstur"
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> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org] On Behalf Of
> ftalker at gmail.com
> Sent: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 7:18 PM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Generator brushes...
>
> Hi there
> The brushes are a very likely suspect...particularly if they are not
> genuine
> Bosch units.  Not only is the composition different, but so are the
> inconsistent shapes which need careful attention with a small file to make
> workable.  German Bosch are the best replacements, but good luck finding
> them.
> The only reasonable non-Bosch brushes I have seen are those from NAPA.
>  They
> clearly don't last as long as the OE units, but they are readily available
> and more physically accurate.
> South America and China...no way.
> Hope this helps.
> Best regards,
> FE Meek
>
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