Re: [T3] A Different "Won't Start" Problem

["Dave Hall" <dave@hallvw.clara.net>]

> >                 Loose or corroded connections
> I don't know about this...I will attempt to check it out though.  Where
> should I look?
> >                 Brushes sticking or worn
> New Generator, like a month old, so I dont think the brushes are the
> problem.
> >                 Commutator dirty/ rough, pitted or burned
> No idea...I will check it out.
> >                 Armature or field coils defective
> This too...

Don't they mean on the starter motor?  Or maybe they are just suggesting
reasons for the battery being defective.

Bad connections causing the starter to turn too slowly would be in the main
battery circuit - battery earth strap, thick wire from battery plus to
starter motor, battery terminals, transmission earth strap (front end of
transmission to sub-frame).  The solenoid to motor connection (copper braid)
can also crumble after many years.  The internals of the starter motor can
be the problem - worn brushes, dirty surfaces.  There's a detailed
explanation of how to do a quick overhaul of the starter on the technical
pages of my website.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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