Date:         Mon, 30 Jun 2014 09:33:43 -0400
Reply-To:     "kenneth wilford (Van-Again)" <kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         "kenneth wilford (Van-Again)" <kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: Starter problems
Comments: To: TCollins <tonycollin@gmail.com>
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Tony, I learned this lesson a long time ago.  Bought a starter from Advance
auto.  Installed it.  Worked three times.  Took it back.  Got a free
replacement.  Installed it.  DOA.  I realized real quick that I was going
to have to do many trips back and forth to Advance and also become an
expert in starter R&R.  Bought a rebuilt Bosch unit (Bosch factory rebuild
in Bosch box).  Problem solved.  More money but much better quality.

We sell them if you need one.

Ken
vanagain.com
On Jun 29, 2014 3:21 PM, "TCollins" <tonycollin@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hello all,
>
> I'm having starter problems. First problem is that it is a replacement
> from autozone the 3rd actually in year and a half. It worked 3 times
> yesterday when first installed. now is just click. Bushing was replaced and
> is properly seated. Engine spins by hand freely. I can push start the van
> and drive it.
>
> I tried jumping the starter with a screwdriver across terminals clank
> clink clank no spin. Only click wen trying with the key.
>
> Was there someone that mention having an extra starter that was good?
>
> I'm in Delaware this is a 85 tin top
>
> Frustrating...
>
> Thanks
> Tony