Every once in a while, on long trips, when I stop to refuel, my 1984 Vanagon
GL will not start for several minutes. When I turn the ignition to start,
there is no noise except the sound of the fuel pump. After waiting several
minutes it will start right up.

If my solenoid is sticking when hot, will a new solenoid fix this?

Is a sticking solenoid a sign of eminent solenoid total failure, leaving me
stranded (automatic transmission)?

Has anyone had experience, adding a relay, or 2nd solenoid, to switch higher
voltage from the starter battery cable, to the solenoid?

If I need a solenoid, should I go ahead and install a rebuilt starter?

Thanks!
Scott Maurer  (Boise)
1984 Vanagon, with 70K miles since engine rebuild (with much help from this
list!)