Date:         Mon, 3 Jul 2017 13:47:23 -0700
Reply-To:     Karl <tdiguru@WESTYVENTURES.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Karl <tdiguru@WESTYVENTURES.COM>
Subject:      Re: TDI Starter info was:Bosch "premium" rebuilt starter appears
              to be built from non-Bosch parts!?!
Comments: To: Eric Caron <ecaron1@comcast.net>
In-Reply-To:  <B81DB89C-886E-4B98-B4CE-6973CB59263B@comcast.net>
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ZJ7Z9S


On 7/3/2017 1:32 PM, Eric Caron wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> Can someone help me find the correct starter on Amazon?  I tried a search with the info below but was unsuccessful.  I’m more interested in best long term quality then lowest price on the TDI starter.  But If Karl is using this that speaks well for it.
>
> link or tips greatly appreciated.
>
> Eric Caron
> 85 GL Auto Westfalia
>
>
>> On Jul 3, 2017, at 4:00 PM, Karl Mullendore <tdiguru@WESTYVENTURES.COM> wrote:
>>
>> On Mon, 3 Jul 2017 09:47:22 -0400, David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET> wrote:
>>
>>> Karl Mullendore makes an aluminum adapter to put a TDI starter in.  I have
>>> one for the automagic version, it's sweet.  The manual version requires a
>>> bit of grinding on the starter mounting flange which I hope he modifies, as
>>> it interferes with the idea of easy swaps at the FLAPS.
>>>
>>
>> Unfortunately there is no way around that little divot unless I'd use a
>> super-thin nut and deeper recess in the adaptor. Since that bolt is one of
>> four engine mounting bolts strength is most important.
>>
>> Also, FWIW, LAtrical aha California Alternator and Starter sells a new,
>> quality TDI starter for $85 shipped. Amazon/eBay. I have one on my own
>> automagic van.
>>
>> Karl
>
>