Standard Ignition GB-3161 Ignition Contact Set

Ignition Contact Set for Volkswagen Beetle

Standard Ignition GB-3161 is an ignition contact set for classic Volkswagen Beetle distributor applications. It is built for accurate switching, stable current transfer, and reduced wear in primary ignition service.

Key Features

• Pre-aligned and pre-adjusted to reduce setup time during installation
• Lubricated felt pad helps lubricate distributor cam lobes and reduce rubbing block wear
• Ventilated tungsten contacts, where available, run cooler and resist erosion
• Copper-alloy shunt improves conductivity and flex resistance
• Contents: points
• Standard Ignition GB-3161 for distributor-based primary ignition service

Detailed Description

This ignition contact set is made for Volkswagen Beetle distributor systems that use traditional breaker points. Standard Ignition GB-3161 is engineered to maintain consistent switching action in the primary ignition circuit, helping support reliable spark timing in older ignition systems. It is a direct-fit service part for 1954-1960 Volkswagen Beetle, 1964 Volkswagen Beetle, 1965 Volkswagen Beetle, 1966 Volkswagen Beetle with F engine designation, and 1967 Volkswagen Beetle applications listed with VW Distributor OE references.

Standard Ignition has supplied ignition products to the automotive aftermarket since 1919 and maintains manufacturing quality control from components through finished product. This part cross-references DENSO Auto Parts 280-6011 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing worn breaker points in a Volkswagen Beetle distributor
• Restoring proper primary ignition switching
• Addressing misfire caused by point wear or contact erosion
• Correcting hard-start or intermittent ignition performance tied to worn contacts
• Servicing classic VW ignition systems that use mechanical contact sets

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify distributor part numbers and OE references before installation, including VW Distributor OE No. 126 905 205 and OE No. 111 905 205 where listed. Set point gap and ignition timing to factory specification after installation. Inspect the distributor cam, rubbing block, condenser, cap, and rotor during service to help ensure stable operation. Fits 1954-1960 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Fits 1964 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Fits 1965 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Fits 1966 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A; Fits 1967 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures ignition components for aftermarket service with in-process quality control from componentry to finished product. GB-3161 is built to support dependable breaker-point operation in classic Volkswagen Beetle ignition systems.