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  1. 21-09-2006, 07:55 PM #1
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    Will a Petrol Starter motor start a diesel Mk1?
    I have some Mk2 ones that should be stronger, but will it be enough?
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  2. 21-09-2006, 08:01 PM #2
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    Forget it

    Not a hope mate. Petrol compression ratio = ~ 10:1 diesel = ~23.5:1
    The diesel starter has heaps more windings and a lot more work to do
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    have a spare diesel starter around the place i think - ask if you want one and i'll dig up a price - if it's willing to part with me
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