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Date:         Sun, 16 Mar 2003 15:18:53 -0800
Reply-To:     Craig <craigoda@COMMUNITYBUILDERS.INFO>
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From:         Craig <craigoda@COMMUNITYBUILDERS.INFO>
Subject:      83 starter motor weak?
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Hi,
since I'm considering a Subaru engine conversion, I started reading the Kennedy engineering web site.  There is a note that says that the 83-85 starter motors were weak.


Well, on my 83 watercooled westy, I have been having problems with the starter for about a year.  I resolved most of the problems with a hard-start relay to get the juice more directory to the starter motor.  However, it is still weak. If I ever get my van running again (assuming I don't go for the Subie transplant), what are my options for a more powerful starter.  If I order from someplace like vanagain, bus depot or volkscafe, do I get a better starter than what I have in my van right now?


Are there other third-party options for more powerful starter motors?


Thanks.


Regards,
Craig
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