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• Re: '85 Westy Ignition Woes
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 17 Jun 2005 17:40:38 -0400
  If you have automatic, check your neutral start switch.Try starting in neutral.
• Re: Vanagon Starter - windings available?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Sep 2005 10:00:26 -0400
  ...at long last the >starter engages 100% and spins the crap out of the 2.0 litre I4 attached to >it. It started so...
• Re: Intermittent Starter
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 12 Oct 2006 15:56:55 -0400
  ...Jannini wrote: >Hola List, > > Thursday morning started out well, but then our Tiico Westy refused > to start after an ice cream stop on a...
• Re: engine/starter problem, advice sought:)
  Historical mailing list - Terry Erb
  Wed, 11 Oct 1995 14:18:14 -0700
  ...I might also think if it was slow moving traffic the starter/solenoid got hot then it might cause the starter to drag. There...
• Re: Hard Starting
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:16:09 -0300
  The fact that it starts well cold but not after running tells me it's somehow temperature related. Check for vacuum leaks between the...
• Agony and Ecstacy
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 9 Jun 1996 23:53:01 -0400
  ...No start! the fuel pump pumped and there may have been a click at the solenoid but I'm not sure, but no starter...
• Re: Starting system quirk - diagnosis help needed
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Mon, 17 Feb 2014 08:51:35 -0500
  ...Continuing to hold the >> key in the start position, the starter kicks in and the engine starts as >> normal. >> >> >> >> I emphasize that this happens...
• When the lights went out in GA. (engine too)
  Historical mailing list - Todd Thompson
  Tue, 13 Jul 1999 16:43:30 EDT
  ...cleaned that off. (no start) 2) check the air flow sensor. not too familiar with it but it moved ok but dirty. (no start...
• Re: Anyone have a spare automatic starter?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 4 Oct 2011 17:55:19 -0700
  Man that must be one exotic starter if it has a Hall Sender in it ! Is that a new type of vanagon part, starter...
• Re: FIXED? (and, advice needed...) (was: Re: low voltage, starter running intermittently, but alternator is okay?)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Mon, 23 Jan 2006 22:02:34 -0500
  ...It starts maybe one out of 5 times, and when it starts, it starts right away. >> >> The battery is right at 12.0 volts...
• Fw: sputtering on start up..?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 12 Jun 2007 14:22:51 -0700
  ...sputtering on start up..? > > > Suddenly my Digifant FI VW motor started misbehaving on start-up. Where > do I start looking tomorrow AM? Temp II...
• Syncro dead!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Garske
  Sat, 30 Sep 2000 22:26:56 -0700
  ...The next day when I started her up the battery charge light came on fully. The van had started a bit sluggishly but oh...
• Re: 1986GL update
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Sun, 6 May 2001 14:54:50 -0500
  ...then totally starts jerking and puffing and Dies? OK. Now we're getting somewhere. How easily does it start? Does it start as soon...
• Re: starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Fri, 19 Oct 2018 15:56:44 -0500
  ...If it > starts, most likely worn brushes. I had the same issues with my 91 auto. > Solved it with a new gear driven starter...
• Re: 84' Vanagon starter falling apart
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:11:34 -0800
  ...84' Vanagon starter falling apart > Ok I got regular screws to replace the missing ones and put the starter > back > together noticing that the...
• Re: No start
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:27:50 -0700
  The first thing I’d check would be the small wire with the slide on terminal on the starter. https://www.thesamba.com/vw...
• Re: Engine Cranks but No Start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 1 Apr 2016 09:23:21 -0700
  ...Your system is not pressurizing due to a MASSIVE LEAK! DO NOT try to start this engine until you it! From what you describe...
• Diesel starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Robert Gruber
  Sat, 24 Feb 2001 11:29:50 -0800
  ...From the beginning when "starting" the starter had problems: 1. 1 It would occasionally whir without engaging the flywheel, then suddenly drop into engagement...
• Re: starter motor remaining on?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 15 May 2005 10:02:38 -0400
  It is either the starter or the ignition switch. There is no other control relay unless one was added. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
• Re: Starter related question.
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:01:21 -0400
  ...If it is faulty, it might be the reason that your solenoid actvates but not the starter motor. It is made of very fine...
• Re: Water in starter housing?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 18 Aug 2004 18:29:03 -0700
  Since nobody weighed in on my last post, it seems I may have a unique problem with water in the starter. The bad news...
• Re: WTB used Vanagon diesel starter
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:11:59 -0700
  dear used a diesel starter ... this would be as opposed to the electric ones used to start indy race cars you must have some...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: ntermitent no start/turnover 85 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 11:53:54 -0800
  > >Problem: > >Intermitent no start/turnover on 1.9L 85 GL > >When key is turned to start engine-nothing happens. No click, whirrs, or > >anything...
• Re: need cold weather tips for diesel Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 Nov 1999 16:07:56 EST
  ...Be sure that your starter is working properly and doesn't have a ton of miles on it (I just replaced the starter on...
• starting anomily
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Jul 1996 16:22:39 -0400
  When starting my bus ('66) after it has been sitting for a while, it occasionally takes several engine turns to start (like about 5...
• why won't my starter...Success!
  Historical mailing list - Bob Norman
  Mon, 25 Jan 1999 20:55:56 -0330
  ...but never mind, as my starter is now sitting on the bench in my garage. Seems the DPO (GDPO?) had been quite liberal in...
• HELP/starter/UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - James Ruch
  Wed, 19 Apr 2000 14:18:44 PDT
  ...I got the starter to operate by grounding directly to the solenoid ground strap. Grounding to the starter body did not help. Although it...
• Re: starter interchange questions
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Sun, 10 Sep 2000 11:34:45 -0400
  ...ca you use one of the newer style starters > , 86 and newer, on the older style vans, 85 and older? the 86 and up...
• (OTP) 98 Golf just broke down - It went like this:
  Historical mailing list - Isaac Taylor
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 20:16:14 -0500
  Rrrerrerrrerr-zggt-crrrr-crch-crch-crgh when starting. It sounded like all the teeth on the starter burned off in about a half-second...
• Re: VanaGONE in 60 seconds...
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Thu, 23 Oct 2003 13:50:00 -0700
  ...And if it doesn't start, leave it in gear and move it with the starter motor. :>) TJ --- Jeffrey Schwaia <jeff@TSSGI.COM> wrote...
• Re: Starting system quirk - diagnosis help needed
  Historical mailing list - David
  Sun, 16 Feb 2014 08:23:24 -0600
  Thank you, list members, for all the advice about my quirky starter. Looks like replacing the ignition switch is my first priority, and then...
• Re: "Hitachi" starter in a Vanagon - the real scoop
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 17 Aug 2005 00:14:08 -0400
  ...Two, it draws considerably less current, (~1/2) of the standard starter allowing for improved cold weather starts. The solenoid is more reliable than...
• Hard starting when cold 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:18:15 +0000
  ...My relatively new-to-me stock 2.1 has trouble starting when cold but runs fine when warmed up.� I usually crank for 5...
• Re: Vanagon Starter relay kit
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 8 Dec 2015 18:07:21 -0800
  Actually, for the starter to operate properly, that is a pretty complete list... power, ground, and the bushing to support the starter motor. I...
• Re: Remote Start Hookup - '88GL w/Manual Tranny
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sat, 14 Dec 2013 16:12:18 -0500
  What do you think the amperage would be, to trigger the starter solenoid? It was just going through my mind where to buy a...
• had a no start situation today
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 1 Nov 2011 18:44:15 -0700
  ...Pulled over and it started back up after a couple of tries, funny I thought. Did the work, went to start van and it...
• Re: Starter Cleanup
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:34:46 -0500
  The short cable that goes from the solenoid into the starter is made of very fine strands of copper. It can corrode away to...
• Re: Lethargic starter
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Wed, 15 Nov 2000 16:53:47 -0500
  ...Lethargic starter > Hi all, > > Well, I'm running out of ideas. I can't get my '86 > transporter to start. It turns over mediocre...
• 84-starter/coolant
  Historical mailing list - roch roch
  Sun, 23 Sep 2001 08:07:38 -0700
  I've gotten so much good advice from you all...more questions...are you suppose to just turn the key and the vanagon starts...
• Re: DIY windshield de-icing solution?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 12 Feb 2014 09:09:33 -0500
  ...BZ- Westy is going to the shop today & won't start even tho it is only -9, & started fine yesterday & after not being started...
• Re: Starter Grinding
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:19:44 -0500
  ...Makes that sound a couiple > of times and then starts up fine. It also seems to happen only after if > has > been sitting for...
• 1991 2.1 l auto vanagon stall on warm-up
  Historical mailing list - bnimmo
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 22:42:14 -0500
  ...From cold - starts fine, runs for about three blocks, then starts to run rough, eventually stalls. Starts immediately, and runs fine for another block...
• Re: Fan comes on at startup
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 6 Sep 2005 15:44:20 -0400
  Is your AC on when you start up? The AC causes the fan to run, even if the engine is cold. On Sep 6...
• Re: 87 started, then died again
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:40:45 -0400
  ...Mine sometimes goes "Clunk" if I stall it at slow speed when starting off ... but then it starts back up with no problem. (4...
• Re: Starter solenoid current
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:27:42 -0600
  ...Starter, > starter solenoid, fuel pump and injectors and some other stuff, ignition > coil, etc. The solenoid usually pulls ~9 amps measured but you will...
• Re: Mystery starting issue 85 auto
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 24 Dec 2023 14:01:54 -0500
  ...Then engine will crank, and seem to start, and then turn off as if the key is turned off. Engine starts and starts to...
• Re: Vanagon won't start !
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Tue, 11 Jul 2000 21:19:57 -0400
  ...Vanagon won't start ! Hi All I'm sure glad the list is back, the day it went down my Vanagon refused to start...
• Re: 82 with hot start problem (long saga)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:37:01 -0500
  ...82 with hot start problem (long saga) Bad ground cable or hot cable from the battery to the starter? Mike > From: Laura Olson <laura...
• Starting problem or startER problem
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 20:30:30 -0400
  ...9 Bosch rebuilt starter from FLAPS. SAME issue before or after the old starter came out and this one came in. Starter is about...
• Re: Cold start valve
  Historical mailing list - Thewestyman
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 10:23:52 -0700
  ...Cold start valve Waterboxers don’t have a cold start valve. That buzzing thing in the center of the idle is the idle control...
• Re: Starter Testing @ FLAPS WAS: Starting problem or startER problem
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Mon, 8 Apr 2013 18:27:48 -0400
  ...Yes, you need to be careful and follow very specific procedures for proper reconditioning and long-life of your rebuilt starter. I can do...
• Re: Don't wanna go!!
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sat, 4 Jun 2011 07:32:13 -0700
  I'd start your troubleshooting with the O2 sensor. Disconnect it and see if the problem disappears. Angus Gordon Bainbridge Island WA On Fri...
• Re: Delays: auto transmission and starter motor
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Wed, 22 Aug 2001 22:08:29 -0700
  > In particular, on a cold start the engine starts and runs OK, but > movement in either > forward or reverse drive is ever soooooo slow...
• Re: Update on starter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 10:05:34 -0400
  To really figure this out at the time of difficulty you need to know what current the starter is drawing, and what voltage is...
• Re: Vanagon cold hard start issues
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 9 Oct 2007 08:54:34 -0700
  ...About a month ago, it started showing these same symptoms when I > first start it up in the morning when it's 50-70...
• Re: Starter related question.
  Historical mailing list - C. Abney
  Thu, 14 Jul 2016 14:46:07 -0700
  Things you have to remove to pull the starter: the battery ground(:-*), and (probably) the throttle body. At least, doing that makes removing that...
• Re: starting problem
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Fri, 19 Oct 2018 12:59:44 -0400
  ...If it starts, most likely worn brushes. I had the same issues with my 91 auto. Solved it with a new gear driven starter...
• Re: Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 11:19:01 -0700
  Double check wiring to switch side of the starter relay? Remove relay, wire starter back to OE then test? If its a used TDI...
• Re: Testing Starters...
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Wed, 16 Nov 2016 19:10:08 -0400
  David, The WBX starter is not self supporting and cannot be bench tested … unless your bench has a bell housing ;-) Why not simply swap...
• Starter: it's one or another
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:38:59 -0700
  On our recent trip, I noticed that Mellow Yellow's starter had quite a bit of hesitation when the engine was warm. Turning the...