The A signifies that that is an updated version of the part number. Interestingly enough, Dr. Porsche also designed the part numbering system which Volkswagen still uses to this day.
I have not been able to find where that 311 905 861A part number goes to.
I did find 311 905 861
with no letter as being the 'steering lock w/ignition starter switch' for
the 1600TL type3 from 8/66
to 7/67.
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> Your super is a 1302/1303?
> If yes, then the steering lock should be part number 111 905 851N up to vin 134 2358 021
> and ignition switch part number 111 905 865F from vin 112 2000 001 to 134 2358 021.
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> > Anyone know a good source to try and find out what part number 311905861A is
> > supposed to go to. And why would it be in my 72 Super? No where on the net
> > have I been able to lock it down whether it is a Bug or Bus switch. No
> > online catalogs have the part listed. My new lock and ignition switch do not
> > fit and the steering wheel lock itself does not work when they are placed
> > together.
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> > I have reached my wits end, and any help would be appreciated. If it works
> > I'd like to drive it to VW Meltdown in Montgomery.
> > Jeremy Helms
> > '72 Super
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