Every once in a while, on long trips, when I stop to refuel, my 1984 Vanagon GL will not start for several minutes. When I turn the ignition to start, there is no noise except the sound of the fuel pump. After waiting several minutes it will start right up. If my solenoid is sticking when hot, will a new solenoid fix this? Is a sticking solenoid a sign of eminent solenoid total failure, leaving me stranded (automatic transmission)? Has anyone had experience, adding a relay, or 2nd solenoid, to switch higher voltage from the starter battery cable, to the solenoid? If I need a solenoid, should I go ahead and install a rebuilt starter? Thanks! Scott Maurer (Boise) 1984 Vanagon, with 70K miles since engine rebuild (with much help from this list!) |
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