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Starter Length

Posted: July 17th, 2011, 9:12 pm
by BLS
I know the "Hi Torque" starter weighs less. Does any replacement have a shorter length? My original VW 6 volt is slightly less than 7 inches from the flange mount. It looks like from some pictures I have seen that there may be a shorter version available. Anyone know? And if so, what is the length?

Thanks,
Barry

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 17th, 2011, 11:25 pm
by Dave
Here are various starters I can measure the 12v tomorrow http://www.flickr.com/photos/42527415@N07/3920849627/

Dave

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 18th, 2011, 12:01 am
by BLS
Thanks Dave! Looks like the middle one is a bit shorter. If you have a chance to measure I would certainly appreciate it.

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 6:02 pm
by SR Racing
The HI-Torque is 6.25" from the flange to the farthest point away.

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 7:31 pm
by Dave
Sorry for the delay, can't get logged in at work. Jim is correct the Hi Torque starter is 6 1/4" the starter on the right the light weight starter is 5 3/4" long .

Dave

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 10:53 pm
by smsazzy
Where does one acquire the starter on the right?

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 11:01 pm
by SR Racing
It appears to be a stock 12V Gear Vw starter.

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 11:05 pm
by smsazzy
6.14 pounds? Stock? That doesn't sound right.

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 19th, 2011, 11:54 pm
by BLS
Thanks for the reply's everyone. 5.75 might just do it. I'll have to check.

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 20th, 2011, 11:36 pm
by Dave
That is a 12volt starter. You will need to install the proper starter drive to use it on a VEE. LRE sells them.

Dave

Re: Starter Length

Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 9:39 am
by BLS
Sorry for the late reply Dave, thanks very much.