Re: 5ktq Starter - rebuild comments

[tayo de boer <dbi@golden.net>]

At 12:38 PM 02/04/98 , you wrote:
>Since I bought my car (10k miles ago now) the starter solenoid has
not always
>pulled in thus the started motor never engages the flywheel. I have
"lived

  I had my starter rebuilt a year ago, and have been very happy with the
results. I forget exactly what the rebuild cost (85.00 parts and labour)
, but I do remember CLEARLY that it was a fraction of anything that Audi
had to offer.

         The most important
aspect, I think, is to go to an electrical shop that has a very good
reputation. I lucked out. We have a very good rebuilder here in
town.

  Other than that, a starter rebuild is not that difficult; I've rebuilt
about a dozen altenators and starters (mostly Bosch). Always clean
everything!, renew brushes, bushings and/or bearings. Bring the starter
coil to the electrical shop and have them check out and clean brush
contact surfaces, etc.. Use proper lubricants on reassembling and use a
small dab of locktite on all screws/nuts/bolts - don't forget washers.
For starters, I always double check that ground straps are good and that
the finished enclosure is sealed tight - ie. no water,dust or dirt will
creep in. Painting is optional but it helps against rust and makes the
job more professional.

hope this helps.