[T3] Horn Issue

[William Hoyer]

Thanks for all of the info on the horn issue.  I measured the ohms at
about 180 but it hasn't been a real problem since I connect a battery
tender every time I have the car at home. The reason the 65 Notch is
called "Frankie" is because when I got  her, some parts are not from a
65 but  rather a 68 mainly.  Some I got the correct 65 and some I have
kept as 68.  The upper part of the steering column is 68, which was
helpful for getting the correct parts for making the turn arm return
to center from ISP.  My solution for the horn was to move the feed to
only be hot with the ignition on.  Had to lower the fuse box and move
the wire but was successful even with the seat and steering wheel in
place.  I have a 12 fuse setup so not too much connected to each fuse.
Only took about 1 1/2 hours for an old (84) fat  guy.  Someday I may
decide to truly figure out why the draw on the ground side but for now
it works fine.  The minimal draw with the alternator running is not an
issue.

Bill Hoyer

On Fri, Jan 30, 2026 at 3:40 PM Max Welton <max.welton.2k at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> I may have just found my problem. The steering shaft is NOT completely
> isolated from the chassis. I'm measuring just under 70 ohms. So it
> looks like the tank is coming out so I can check the rubber "rag"
> joint.
>
> https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/2647867.jpg
>
> > Do you tackle this "under-the-dash maze of wires/fuses/etc. with the front
> > seats "in place" or removed?
>
> For this level of work the left seat comes out. When I initially
> installed the harness the body and chassis were still separated. So I
> had the luxury of just sitting in a chair under the body and the dash.
> Heaven!
>
> > Now I'm questioning whether having a working horn is worth the time spent.
>
> Years ago I was part of a 4th of July parade in my olde baja bug. A
> small child on the curb wanted to hear my horn but it wasn't
> connected. That made me sad.
>
> Max
>
> On Fri, Jan 30, 2026 at 1:24 PM Gary Forsmo <gbforsmo at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Max -
> >
> >
> > At my advanced age, the only way I can work on the electric or mechanical
> > under the dash is to remove both front seats.  Removing the seats is
> > challenging too.
> >
> > Maybe when the weather is suitable here in Wisconsin, Jim A. can use some
> > of your findings and solutions to make the non-working horn operational
> > gain.
> >
> > Now I'm questioning whether having a working horn is worth the time spent.
> >
> > Gary F. - Oregon WI
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