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seanery
post May 12 2007, 09:40 PM
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Ebay Mini Starter

Does anyone have this starter?
Anyone have any knowledge or advice about it?

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post May 12 2007, 09:46 PM
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QUOTE(seanery @ May 12 2007, 10:40 PM) *

Ebay Mini Starter

Does anyone have this starter?
Anyone have any knowledge or advice about it?

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Sean I had it on my 3.2 and it worked great.
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post May 12 2007, 10:21 PM
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I have one it sounds like a sewing machine and turns like a monster.

I can't vouch for longevity or overheating though because I haven't had it long enough or driven it far enough.

cheap price was the draw for me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool_shades.gif)
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post May 12 2007, 10:23 PM
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Yep. Been in use for about 2+ years. Had a small problem, sent it back and he sent me a replacement. Good stuff if you ask me.
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post May 12 2007, 10:27 PM
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mine is awesome.

i allways had a problem with the original starter when the motor got hot but now i never have to worry about it. and it looks better too.
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post May 12 2007, 10:29 PM
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I have one in the 3.6. Cranks it over without a grunt....
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post May 13 2007, 12:26 AM
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I need to buy one. Hey, while you're ordering, get one for me. It's my birthday in 7 months you know. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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post May 13 2007, 12:33 AM
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I bought from that ebay id and ran the starter on my 4cyl. I made a stupid error and thought the starter was bad, seller replaced it no questions asked. Turned out the wiring in the car was bad, not the starter. Once I squared away the wiring the starter worked great, never had a problem with it. And if you have a good battery, the starter can actually "drive" the car in gear if you need to get off the road. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post May 13 2007, 01:48 AM
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I put one in from the same vendor back in October. I got tired of getting push-started at 2 consecutive Red Rock Classics. So far it's been great, but I haven't made any trips of extended length or down to the hot country of Phoenix. If I make it through RRC this September without a problem then it will have my absolute endorsement.
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post May 13 2007, 06:48 AM
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thanks for the info guys! I think I'll order one.
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post May 13 2007, 09:05 AM
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it appears to be the same one dan root has loaned me, but with one ?. the one i have has a # of holes in the portion of the starter body that contacts the bell housing so you can 'clock' (rotate) the starter for better mounting clearence to the bottom of the trunk. the part # on the box is IMI-101. i don't note the holes in the picture. did they ones you guys recieved from this company have that provision? one thing i notice when installing the mini...the stock starters have a notch that captures the head of the upper mounting bolt. this one does not. no big deal.

the starter does seem to be value priced. i'm ready to buy one at that price.

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post May 13 2007, 10:36 AM
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interesting. i asked the seller if it it was the IMI 101. he replied it's a "clone" of the IMI. did a search and came up with www.hitorque.com. they have a toll free #. i'll give them a call tomorrow and get the pricing from them. i don't doubt you guys had good luck with the ebay seller. i just want the EXACT item to replace what dan sent me.

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post May 13 2007, 10:45 AM
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This is timely.
My old t-4 starter (which may be original) exhibited hot start problems at the last AX.
Time for a new one, eh?
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post May 13 2007, 10:47 AM
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I was talking to a buddy of mine who has sold import and VW parts for almost 20 years about these starters. His shop sells the IMI's BTW. He says all they are is a Nippedenso starter motor from a Toyota adapted to a VW housing. The IMI's are a billet adapter piece, the ebay ones are a cast adapter piece. The key is the Nippedenso motor. He claims they are pretty much bulletproof.
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post May 13 2007, 10:49 AM
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interesting. i asked the seller if it it was the IMI 101. he replied it's a "clone" of the IMI. did a search and came up with www.hitorque.com. they have a toll free #. i'll give them a call tomorrow and get the pricing from them. i don't doubt you guys had good luck with the ebay seller. i just want the EXACT item to replace what dan sent me.


Patrick sells the one you got from Dan 295.00, probably cheaper direct from hitorque.

I have an ebay one used 6 months ,works great, great price.
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post May 13 2007, 10:59 AM
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another co offers the 101 for 179 and change. sounds like patrick gets a premium.

jeff, you bought from the same ebay seller in sean's link? does his unit provide for the captured head on the mounting bolt for the starter?
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post May 13 2007, 11:05 AM
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Yes, same one,
No provision for captured head. Flat flanges both holes.
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post May 13 2007, 11:15 AM
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post May 13 2007, 11:22 AM
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thanks paul. it bolted and wired up directly as pictured? interesting where the wire connections are on yours. even after clocking the one i put in, the wire connections are somewhat buried up top. i hate to beat this subject to death. i just want a plug and play.

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post May 13 2007, 11:33 AM
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The wiring for the back up switch needs some mod. to work.

Since you worried about plug and play.
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