Sometimes, 'maybe' going into a starter and cleaning things up might keep
you going a bit longer, but it's more a 'get home from Mexico' type of thing
really.

The cable from the solenoid to the motor part of the starter is not a ground
cable, it's the main load going into the starter, and if it's fried or weak,
it's because it's been drawing a lot of current for years and years, even
indicating that they starter is pretty tired.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Edward Duntz
Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:36 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: rebuilding starter

I am considering the suggestions of several list members regarding trying to
disassemble my starter and lube/clean it. But what about the ground strap
that goes from the solenoid to the starter. I think mine is in pretty bad
shape. From what I recall, it's not so easy to replace that because of how
it's held on. I'll also call around to see if anyone rebuilds them in my
area.
 
Ed
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