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Date:         Mon, 5 Sep 2016 08:44:21 -0400
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Gowesty starter problems
Comments: To: Dennis Jowell <dennisjowell@GMAIL.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <0F9D8819-4D23-491A-8D88-1ECB993031EC@gmail.com>
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Starters seem to be real hit and miss. Often starter failures are due to past abuses. Those no starts where the engine was cranked excessively really have an effect. If the problem was sticking brushes that is often the result of overheating or contamination getting inside. Let us know what they offer.

Dennis

-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Dennis Jowell Sent: Monday, September 5, 2016 6:25 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Gowesty starter problems

I've had my Gowesty starter for two years plus for 22,000 miles starter does not work now. Is this typical of this type a starter? For a while I noticed that the brushes get stuck then I'll tap the starter and it would turn over, now that wont work anymore. 12.5 volts a starter. Connections are clean + light application of dielectric grease. Is there a better starter out there? Gowesty wants $299 for a new one. I have no idea as far as a warranty. Will call them tomorrow. My Westy is running great except now for the starter.

Dennis Jowell Scotch Hollow Farm Newbury, Vermont


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