John-

I thought I had the same problem with mine,  If I ran it for a while, then stopped for an hour and tried to start it, it would turn over but not catch.  I asked my mechanic about this and he said to try turning the key but not starting it to let the fuel pump pump its gas to the injectors.  When the fuel pump turns off, continue turning the key to start the motor.  It should catch.  Hope this works for you.  It does for me.

John Klun

John Baker wrote:

> Hey All,
> In my 83 Water cooled Vanagon, I have noticed a little problem.  If I try to restart the engine after it has been turned off for only a couple of minutes, it is hard to start.  It cranks and cranks but won't start.  It's kinda like it's not not getting enough gas (or too much maybe??)  Anyway, after it has sat for about 5 minutes, it starts again, no problem.  The only problem seems to be right after it has been turned off.  Anybody have ideas or suggestions about how to remedy this?
>
> Peace, JB
> '66 Split Window Camper
> '83 H20 Vanagon
>
> "You cannot simultaneously work for peace and prepare for war..."