Doduco Ignition Points | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 & Bus 1965–1967 or Beetle, Super Beetle & Ghia 1969–1974 | OE 111 998 059 / 111 998 063 (JP-8586-0 / JP-8587-0)
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Doduco Ignition Points — VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 & Bus (JP-8586-0 / JP-8587-0)
Short answer: JP Group supplies two sets of German Doduco ignition points for air-cooled VWs. JP-8586-0 (OE 111 998 059) fits the 1965–1967 Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 and Bus. JP-8587-0 (OE 111 998 063) fits the 1969–1974 Beetle, the 1971–1974 Super Beetle and the 1969–1970 Ghia. Pick your set by year below.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1965–1967 | VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Bus & Pickup | JP-8586-0, per EMPI |
| 1966–1967 | VW Type 3 Fastback & Squareback | JP-8586-0, per EMPI (list cut off; confirm others) |
| 1969–1974 | VW Beetle | JP-8587-0, per EMPI |
| 1971–1974 | VW Super Beetle | JP-8587-0, per EMPI |
| 1969–1970 | VW Karmann Ghia | JP-8587-0, per EMPI |
| Any | Electronic ignition (Pertronix etc.) | Not needed |
Fitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group. If your vehicle has been modified or parts have been swapped over the years, compare your old part or the OE number before ordering. Questions? Contact us with your year, model and chassis number and we will check it for you.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | JP-8586-0 / JP-8587-0 |
| VW OE reference | 111 998 059 / 111 998 063 |
| JP Group reference | 8191400417 / 8191400512 |
| UPC | 707924529210 / 707924529227 |
| Maker | Doduco (Germany), per EMPI |
| Sold as | Set |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 0.1 lb / 0.1 lb (estimate) |
| Package size | 4 x 3 x 1 in (estimate) |
What's Included
- One set of ignition points.
Not Included
- Condenser, rotor, distributor cap or feeler gauge.
Why It Matters
Points are the mechanical switch inside the distributor that fires the coil. Their contacts burn and pit, and the rubbing block wears, so the gap and dwell drift. The engine then starts poorly, misfires, idles rough and loses power. Quality points are worth it: cheap points often have soft rubbing blocks that wear in a few hundred miles. Doduco was an original-equipment supplier to German makers.
JP Group is a Danish supplier that has specialised in classic Volkswagen and Porsche parts for decades, and EMPI distributes the range in the USA. Their parts are made to match the original design, so they fit without the guesswork that comes with generic replacements.
Installation Notes
- Remove the distributor cap and rotor. Note how the old points are wired.
- Remove the screw and the wire, lift out the old points and wipe the breaker plate.
- Fit the new points and put a small dab of cam grease on the distributor cam.
- Set the gap to the factory spec (commonly 0.016 in / 0.4 mm on Type 1), then set dwell and timing with a dwell meter and timing light.
- Recheck the gap after the first few hundred miles as the rubbing block beds in.
- Follow the factory workshop manual (Bentley or VW) for your model. If in doubt, have a qualified mechanic fit the part.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which set fits my 1972 Beetle?
JP-8587-0 (OE 111 998 063).
Which set fits my 1966 Beetle?
JP-8586-0 (OE 111 998 059).
Should I replace the condenser too?
Yes, it is good practice to replace the condenser with the points.
What gap do I set?
Use the spec for your engine; Type 1 engines are commonly 0.016 in (0.4 mm). Set dwell with a meter.
Is Doduco the original brand?
Doduco was a German OE supplier of contact sets.
Is it new?
Yes, new Doduco points from JP Group.
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
