What is the condition is the bushing in the transmission? If the bushing is
worn or missing, the starter will not turn properly.

Dennis

  -----Original Message-----
  From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf Of
Chad
  Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2000 9:50 AM
  To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
  Subject: Starter Cranking Amps?

  Just put a new rebuilt starter on my 85GL. The van now only starts when
its freezing cold (-4F today) and still turns over very slow and usually
doesn't turn over at all. Mechanic thinks its the starter as it draws
~250amps to turn over.  What amperage should a good starter draw??? Does it
sound like the starter is the problem?
  Thanks

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