The best Starter for the 951
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The best Starter for the 951
What is the best starter for our cars? I have had issues with both of my stock Bosch units and would like to try something new. Please let me know if other owners have had better luck with a different brand of starter.
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What issues have you had?
Can't think of anyone ever complaining about the starter before.
There is an aftermarket unit available that is smaller/lighter.
http://garage.ideola.com/prod-ElectricsUpgrades.html
Can't think of anyone ever complaining about the starter before.
There is an aftermarket unit available that is smaller/lighter.
http://garage.ideola.com/prod-ElectricsUpgrades.html
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http://garage.ideola.com/prod-ElectricsUpgrades.html
Edit: damnit, posted that at the exact same time
Edit: damnit, posted that at the exact same time
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Guys, I appreciate the input.
The problem that I am having is that about every 6 or so times I start the car I end up getting a slight hesitation and then the car turns over. I have checked the battery and terminals and everything checks out fine. I even checked the ring gear to see if it was possibly the cause.
I have the same Bosch starter on my 87 951 and it has never given me this type of problem. I am still checking some things trying to diagnose the problem.
Also. I did look at that IMI starter and would consider it if it truly helps.
The problem that I am having is that about every 6 or so times I start the car I end up getting a slight hesitation and then the car turns over. I have checked the battery and terminals and everything checks out fine. I even checked the ring gear to see if it was possibly the cause.
I have the same Bosch starter on my 87 951 and it has never given me this type of problem. I am still checking some things trying to diagnose the problem.
Also. I did look at that IMI starter and would consider it if it truly helps.
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Are you getting starter 'kick-back'?
Is your bellhousing completely slotted under the speed and reference sensors?
There was a Porsche technical bulletin about this.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1288240378.jpg
I'm installing the updated sensor bracket with sleeve and hopefully this will solve my 'hard starting'.
Is your bellhousing completely slotted under the speed and reference sensors?
There was a Porsche technical bulletin about this.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1288240378.jpg
I'm installing the updated sensor bracket with sleeve and hopefully this will solve my 'hard starting'.
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Are you getting starter 'kick-back'?
Is your bellhousing completely slotted under the speed and reference sensors?
There was a Porsche technical bulletin about this.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1288240378.jpg
I'm installing the updated sensor bracket with sleeve and hopefully this will solve my 'hard starting'.
Is your bellhousing completely slotted under the speed and reference sensors?
There was a Porsche technical bulletin about this.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1288240378.jpg
I'm installing the updated sensor bracket with sleeve and hopefully this will solve my 'hard starting'.
Has installing the updated bracket with sleeve solve your issues? Currently trying to fix my intermittent start issues with VEMS. Thanks
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Gaping wasn't a problem using a thin washer temporarily glued to the sensor. It is pretty tight in there though, and I was almost certainly swearing.
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Turn the motor to tdc and install the sensor with the washer to set the gap, tighten down the bracket applying light pressure to bracket preventing it from moving away. Remove washer from the sensor. Probably wise to replace both sensors while your in there since they are a know weak point on our cars. Much easier to do with the intake removed.