Date:         Sun, 23 Jul 2000 21:19:20 -0400
Reply-To:     John Lauterbach <jhlauterbach@email.msn.com>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Lauterbach <jhlauterbach@email.msn.com>
Organization: Microsoft Corporation
Subject:      Starter removal

Are there any good ways to remove the starter from an '84 with 1.9L engine
and auto transmission.  I have gotten the wires off and the bottom bolt (hex
head) loose.  Top bolt has an internal hex opening.  I have the attachment
for my socket set that fits the hex opening.  However, there appears to be
no reasonable way to get at that bolt.  I have tried the extension rods from
my socket set, but they put the ratchet in an almost unworkable position.

I have checked archives and have not found the "magic bullet" that I am
looking for.   I plan to order new starter in the morning, but I need to get
the old one off ASAP, and I prefer not taking it to my mechanic.

John Lauterbach
Macon, GA