Most jumper cables are not large enough to carry current to run a starter.
Again, what is the voltage at the starter while it is cranking? It should be
at least 10.5.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Ken Olsen
Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2012 1:50 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Slow turnover when starting.

I'm getting some good electrical advice, but I did jumper a fresh battery
directly to the starter. I've also, at this point replaced the starter, so
I'm ruling out electrical.

I also replaced the bushing.

What else to check?

>> >
>> > Symptoms:
>> > Turns over very slowly, sometimes stopping (or catching?) Runs fine
>> > when started.
>> > Battery voltage looks good. Jumping doesn't help.
>> > Voltage at starter matches battery.
>> > Turns over slowly with:
>> >    - spark plugs removed.
>> >    - fresh battery jumpered directly to starter.
>> >    - WITH NEW STARTER INSTALLED!
>> >