Date:         Thu, 19 Aug 2004 11:26:20 -0700
Reply-To:     Westyman <syncrowestytd@MINDSPRING.COM>
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From:         Westyman <syncrowestytd@MINDSPRING.COM>
Subject:      Re: [TDI-conversion] Starter differences - diesel vs gas?
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If you are planning to use the stock wbx bellhousing with an adaptor plate
to mount the diesel later on, then the 'Hi-Tork' starter will work fine. If
you use the diesel bell housing later on, then you'll need a diesel Vanagon
starter as the Hi-Tork won't fit.

Karl

-----Original Message-----

I am now faced with the need to replace the starter on my '88 Westy, but
only
plan on driving it with the current 2.1L WBX for another few months before
beginning a swap to a diesel engine. I plan on using the stock 50 deg
mounting and bellhousing setup, and stock diesel flywheel.
So... what are the differences between a stock gas vs diesel starter? Can I
buy a diesel replacement starter, and use it for a few months with my WBX?
What about the aftermarket hi-torque starters shown on E-Bay? They claim to
work on both gas & diesel, and syncro & 2WD vans.
Any enlightenment would be appreciated here...

Thanks.--
Shawn Wright