Maintain and improve your VW T2 Split's Electrical System with Heritage Parts Centre
Explore a vast selection of specialist electrical parts for VW T2 Split at Heritage Parts Centre. Whether you're restoring, replacing, or upgrading the electrical components in Split Bus, we have what you need.
It is worth noting that the VW Type 2 Split was made with 6-volt electrics originally.
Converting from 6v to 12v in VW Split Screen
Whether you are looking for faster wipers or better T2 Split headlamps at night, upgrading to 12v electrics is an obvious choice. We have written a blog in more detail all about the 12volt conversion, but in short, you will need to replace the dynamo, wiper motor, coil, and headlamp bulbs not to mention all the relays and the horn too.
VW T2 Split Charging System
Address issues with your classic VW T2 Split's alternator charging system or Type 2 dynamo setup with Heritage Parts Centre. Discover our complete alternator conversion kits, voltage regulators, split charge relays for high-drain accessories, and even replacement battery clamps, covers, and terminals.
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Volkswagen Split Screen Type 2 Ignition Parts
You will find a comprehensive range of original ignition components listed on our website, including coils, Type 2 Split HT leads, distributors, points, rotor arms, condensers, and distributor caps. Many of these will cross over and be the same as VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia and Bay.
We can also help you upgrade your VW T2 Split ignition system with options like Bosch 009 distributors and assist should you wish to fit an electronic ignition system, to get away from the antiquated points and condenser, that can prove to be unreliable.
VW Type 2 Split Gauges
The loveable Volkswagen Type 2 Splitscreen offers very little in the way of information to the driver beyond displaying its speed and indicating when the lights are on!
For many models, there wasn’t even a Split Bus fuel gauge fitted, and certainly no tacho to monitor engine revs; and the idea of an oil pressure or temperature gauge was something Volkswagen clearly thought the owners could do without.
Fortunately, many, if not all of these items can be retrospectively fitted, thanks for manufacturers such as VDO, Auto Meter and Smiths. We stock a great range of these gauges, and mounting solutions which are in keeping with interior style of the vehicle.
Volkswagen T1 Split Headlamps and Tail Lights
Illuminate your path with standard replacement light bulbs, headlight units, sealed beam headlights, switches, relays, and various lighting accessories. Personalize your T2 Split with headlight eyebrows, headlamp trim rings and accessory reverse lights and fog lamps.
VW Splitscreen Indicators and Semaphores
T2 Split Bullet Indicators were introduced for US Spec models in 1955, however the Split screen semaphore indicators weren’t phased out in Europe until 1960. It is possible to ‘upgrade’ and fit indicators to an early vehicle, although with originality so desperately sought after, owners may choose to fit something subtle and hidden away below the bumper line, rather than drill new holes in their classic vehicle bodywork.
Type 2 Split Window Wipers
Find everything you need to repair or restore your windscreen wiper system, including blades, washer bottles, washer jets, motors, arms, spindles, seals, T-pieces, and windscreen washer hoses.
As mentioned before, the wipers are not in the same league as a modern vehicle, but regular maintenance will ensure they at least function, should it rain… Albeit, very slowly!
Splitscreen Bus Electrical Accessories
You’ll find additional electrical parts above, including battery accessories, split charge relay kits, T1 wiring looms, fuse boxes, dashboard switches, RetroSound radios, Splitscreen dashboard speakers and radio aerials.