{"product_id":"bosch-6v-silver-ignition-coil-1-5-ohm-epoxy-filled-with-bracket","title":"Bosch 6V Silver Ignition Coil | Air-Cooled VW \u0026 Porsche 356 | 1.5 Ohm Epoxy-Filled w\/ Bracket (00-9408-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBosch 6-Volt Silver Ignition Coil | 1.5 Ohm, Epoxy-Filled with Bracket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBosch 6-volt silver ignition coil, \u003cb\u003e1.5 ohm\u003c\/b\u003e primary resistance, \u003cb\u003eepoxy-filled\u003c\/b\u003e, supplied with a factory-style mounting bracket. The correct coil for original 6-volt air-cooled VWs and other vintage European vehicles still running their factory 6V electrical systems. Part \u003cb\u003e#00-9408-B\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVW Beetles were 6-volt from 1949 through the 1966 model year before switching to 12-volt for 1967. Running a 12V coil on a 6V system produces weak spark and unreliable starting, while a 6V coil on a 12V system burns out the coil and points quickly — \u003cb\u003ematch the coil voltage to the vehicle's electrical system.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus \/ Transporter:\u003c\/b\u003e 1950–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVintage European:\u003c\/b\u003e Porsche 356, BMW, Mercedes and others running 6V points ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill NOT work for:\u003c\/b\u003e 12-volt electrical systems (use a 12V coil). 1967 and later VWs were 12V from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Bosch?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBosch is the German OE supplier that equipped these cars from the factory, so this Silver coil delivers correct 6V spark output and a factory appearance for an original-spec restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCorrect 6V Spec:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5 ohm primary resistance matched to original 6-volt points ignition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEpoxy-Filled:\u003c\/b\u003e Sealed construction can be mounted in any orientation — no liquid to migrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracket Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory-style mounting bracket matches the original Bosch coil pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFactory Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver body for an original-appearance engine bay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Epoxy filled (sealed, no orientation restriction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Bosch (German OE supplier)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracket:\u003c\/b\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9408-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs my car 6V or 12V?\u003c\/b\u003e 1966 and earlier VWs were 6V from the factory; 1967 and later were 12V. Many early cars have been converted — check the battery and generator (6V generators are physically smaller than 12V alternators).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy epoxy-filled instead of oil-filled?\u003c\/b\u003e Epoxy-filled coils can be mounted in any orientation because there's no liquid to migrate. This Bosch Silver replaces both epoxy and oil-filled styles and is the more flexible choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this work with Pertronix or electronic ignition?\u003c\/b\u003e Pertronix makes 6V versions of some Ignitor modules — check your unit's specs. A 1.5 ohm coil is generally compatible with most 6V electronic ignition modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the bracket the original factory style?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the included bracket matches the factory Bosch coil mounting pattern used on air-cooled VWs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShould I convert to 12V instead?\u003c\/b\u003e That's a separate decision. 12V conversion gives brighter headlights and easier starting but requires replacing the generator, regulator, coil, lights, and any 6V accessories. For a numbers-correct restoration, keep it 6V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your tune-up: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ignition\"\u003eIgnition\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bosch\"\u003eBosch\u003c\/a\u003e parts, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44699422949491,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9408-B-500x380.jpg?v=1775362976","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/bosch-6v-silver-ignition-coil-1-5-ohm-epoxy-filled-with-bracket","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}