Standard Ignition GB-290 Alternator Brush Set

Alternator Brush Set for Volkswagen Beetle

Restore charging-system contact with the Standard Ignition GB-290 alternator brush set. This replacement brush set is built for 1967-1973 Volkswagen Beetle models with a generator and is sized for the application with a 1/4-inch thickness and 1-inch width.

Key Features

• Standard Ignition GB-290 alternator brush set
• Thickness: 1/4 inch
• Width: 1 inch
• Direct replacement for generator-equipped Volkswagen Beetle charging systems
• Fits 1967-1973 Volkswagen Beetle, w/ Generator

Detailed Description

The GB-290 is an alternator brush set for generator-equipped Volkswagen Beetle models from 1967 through 1973. In a charging system, the brushes maintain electrical contact where the rotating components transfer current, making correct brush size important for stable alternator or generator operation. Standard Ignition GB-290 is sized at 1/4 inch thick and 1 inch wide to match the listed application.

This part cross-references Dayco BX136 for the same application. It also cross-references OE-style numbers including 111903515A and 1107014140 for related generator brush applications.

What It Helps Address

• Charging warning light concerns tied to worn generator brushes
• Intermittent alternator or generator output
• Poor electrical contact inside the charging unit
• Voltage instability caused by brush wear
• Maintenance needs on a 1967-1973 Volkswagen Beetle generator system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify generator-style fitment before ordering. Compare the existing brush dimensions and connector layout to the listed 1/4-inch thickness and 1-inch width, and inspect the commutator or slip-ring surface for wear before installation. Clean related electrical contact points and confirm charging-system operation after service.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized name in automotive electrical replacement parts, and GB-290 is cataloged for the specified Volkswagen Beetle generator application.