The 200K alone indicates time for a change or at least a complete disassembly, cleaning and inspection. A bad solenoid , worn brushes or a dead winding can cause the issues you describe. Dennis
-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Finn Runyon Sent: Friday, June 29, 2012 5:56 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Starter issues I recently pulled the starter on my 87 and cleaned all the contacts. For a short time I had no starting issues, but I once again have an unresponsive starter. I turn the ignition, I hear the fuel pump prime, but no starter. I cycle the key sometimes 2-3, but often much more before the starter kicks in. I am unsure if the issue is with the starter solenoid, or the positive cable itself. This bus spent all of its life up until last July in NJ, so I do have a fair bit of corrosion everywhere. The starter isn't cheap so I hesitate to simply replace it, but it is original to the bus with 200k on the clock. Best, Finn Runyon 87 Westy Pook 89 Westy Roo |
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