has my engine seized?

[HarryMann]

For some reason Simon, we're often invited to a psychic abilities test or a simple guessing game here on Tech Advice

I think some like it that way actually...

Still, we're there now, just need to know if it doesn't crank well or is a plain bad starter. High compression engine, but so is the DJ.

[klatuu]

Bad connection?
Bad battery?
Bad starter?

Try new wire connect it directly (not in the van) to the battery
Try new starter on other battery (old battery still got a bit of charge?)
Take starter back to company to test.

You have to ask why the van didn't start in the first place, mine starts within two turns.

[ally]

ok i got it going now (with help!) Thanks for your posts..

we had to throw the starter out with the ignition then short the starter manually with a screwdriver...ever since it seems to be starting. Never in two turns mind you!