I show two Bosch EEF 6V starters in the picture. The starter with yellow paint has a different orientation of the mounting bolts with respect to the solenoid than the typical 356B/C starter shown with black paint. Does anyone know why the orientation of the solenoid for the starter with the yellow paint is different, or is it for a specific coach of 356? Is there any reason to choose one over the other?
Different 356B/C Starters
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Re: Different 356B/C Starters
Yellow is VW.
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Re: Different 356B/C Starters
Yes, the VW starters are much harder to install/remove in a 356B/C because the solenoid is up against the body. I bought a 356B with a VW starter and it barely fit even with some modification to the body that the previous owner had done. I'm also pretty sure the VW starter is lower amps(less power) than the 356 version.
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Re: Different 356B/C Starters
I replaced the starter unit in my C a few years back with what I was told was a VW unit. No fitment issues and no noticeable change when starting in the engine cranking speed. The unit is painted black FWIW. Maybe I got a Porsche part after all?
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Re: Different 356B/C Starters
On SOME cars the VW starter solenoid contacts the bottom of the rear seat sheet metal. I my experience, a VW starter will not work in a Speedster unless you "body work" (ie beat on) the sheet metal above the starter. OTOH, a VW starter fits fine in a '56 coupe. I don't have any universal answer, just lived experience, but my guess is there is a difference in that area of the body between coupes and open cars.
The condition of the transmission mounts might also be a factor.
The condition of the transmission mounts might also be a factor.
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