Ken:
Yes, there is a key switch in the ignition switch. Black and grey 18 to
20 guage wire, gets hot (12v+) when you put in the key. Problem is, it's
only good for  few amps continuously. I used it to run the radio in my
old 78, but if you have a stereo of any serious wattage, you'd better
use this wire to trigger a relay with more capacity.
Al Brase
69 double cab, 91, 87, other Vanagons

cybor punk wrote:

>Hi all
>
>On my 85 Jetta the stereo is wired in such a that when the key is inserted into the ignition (and not turned) the stereo will power up.
>I  would like to wire my new stereo in my 85 van this way as apposed to;
>a.- the ACC lead off the stereo wired to the battery, thus having to use the power to switch on the stereo to turn it on and off.
>b.- the ACC lead wired to ignition in such a way that the stereo is powered on when the key is turned.
>
>I would have thought that the ignition switches would be similair if not the same as both vw's are 1985.
>I have tried to find if there is a wire coming off the ignition switch that powers up when the key is inserted and not turned. (by means of a meter and no bentley)
>Can't seem to find one that powers up when the key is inserted?
>
>any ideas...
>
>thanks
>
>ken
>
>Vancouver, B.C.
>
>85gl -- goldie
>
>new stereo - eclipse cd3414
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