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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: VeeDubGTI16v on 10 April 2008, 11:10

Title: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 10 April 2008, 11:10

just wondering what fellow 2.016v converts are using for a starter motor. I have the 1.8 one on at the minute and i dont think its quite up to the job! it has been progressively getting harder to start in the mornings :angry: i think the problem is fuel related also, but the old starter doesnt seem to be enjoying it! its like it cant quite spin the engine quick enough :laugh:

what alternatives are there, does the abf/9a starter fit straight in?

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: cняis on 10 April 2008, 11:18

silly question... have you cleaned/replaced the battery/earth cables?

this made a hell of a difference on my daily, new cable is thicker and turns over twice as quick  :cool:

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 10 April 2008, 11:37

yeah i gave them all a clean with emery paper when i put the engine in

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 15 April 2008, 09:48

bump

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: Diamond Hell on 15 April 2008, 09:54

Look to your wiring!

It really shouldn't make that much difference!

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 15 April 2008, 10:33

yeah i didnt think it would, but wanted to double check!

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: Mew on 15 April 2008, 12:41

I've heard of a diesel starter motor being used  :smiley:

Title: Re: using a 1.8 starter on a 2.0
Post by: VeeDubGTI16v on 15 April 2008, 15:41

thats a good idea. the 1.8 starter is straining a bit, i think ill wait until it dies then go for a diesel one