Date:         Sat, 21 Jan 2017 11:14:33 -0600
Reply-To:     John Rodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         John Rodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
Comments: To: "Lacy, Reed H" <reed.lacy@hp.com>
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I have Karl's adapter and a diesel starter from a later VW in my "88 GL
Tintop with the 2.1L WBX. Great combo. I couldn't be happier. Lots of oomph
for starting!

John

On Jan 21, 2017 11:01, "Lacy, Reed H" <reed.lacy@hp.com> wrote:

> Thanks for the replies.
>
> Yes, Dennis, it is a 4 speed, so there will be a bushing to check and
> possibly replace. Thanks for the removal tips.
>
> I'm sorry now I didn't consult you all before purchasing the Bosch
> starter.  Ah well, there is always next time as my Westy is only 29 years
> old ;)
>
> Cheers... Reed
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
> Of Dennis Haynes
> Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2017 6:40 AM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
>
> Don’t forget these other starter options offer more power, lower amp draw
> and reduced weight. All wins.
>
> Dennis
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Roy Nicholl [mailto:RNicholl@NBNet.nb.ca]
> Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2017 9:16 AM
> To: Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
> Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
>
> Even if the bushing is fine, I would strongly recommend looking into an
> Karl’s adapter and a TDi gear reduction starter.  The starters are more
> readily available and cheaper than the GoWesty alternative … IMHO they
> perform better (though I have not tested the latest generation of GoWesty
> offering).
>
>
>
> > On 21-Jan-2017, at 10:11, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
> >
> > Is it a 4 speed? Ye automatics have self-supporting starters, no
> bushing. As for the bushing, look at it carefully, flashlight. If it is not
> worn or damaged do not change it. To remove you need something to grab it
> from inside to pull it out. A 3/8 tap can set some threads and then you can
> pull it out with a bolt or threaded rod and nut.  If the housing is worn or
> damaged and the bushing is lose you will need to come up with another
> starter option.
> >
> > Before beginning disconnect the battery(s). Yes, if you have an
> auxiliary battery depending on the control scheme this may need to be
> disconnected also.
> >
> > Have a backup plan. I no longer use the Bosch starters. Just too many
> bad ones. Intermittent solenoids and slow cranking are the common ailments.
> Options include the GoWesty starters and Karl Mullendore offers adapters to
> use others.
> >
> > Dennis
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
> Of Lacy, Reed H
> > Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2017 3:42 AM
> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> > Subject: Replacing the starter on my 87 westy
> >
> > My main project for tomorrow is to replace the starter on my 87
> Westfalia with the rebuilt Bosch that arrived from Parts Geek earlier this
> week. I'm far more a bicycle mechanic than an auto mechanic, but I've
> watched a few videos on this and it doesn't look very hard to do (though
> getting the old 'bushing' out looks just a bit tricky).  If anyone could
> share with me a good tutorial on this I'd greatly appreciate it.
> >
> > Cheers... Reed
>
>