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when i put the key in the igntion and turn it nothing happens

then i come back half hour later and turn the key and it starts

would you say this is the ignition starter switch fault ?


hope you can help thanks in advance

If "nothing" happens when you turn the key, then you are probably still asleep in bed
If you turn the key and your ignition lights come on, but the starter doesnt turn, then look to the small spade connector on the starter motor.
If you turn the key and your ignition lights come on, and the starter clicks then look to the earth on the gearbox and the engine.
If you turn the key and your ignition lights come on, the starter does turn, but the van doesnt start then we need to know what engine you have.

It may also be the ignition switch, so you could try a voltmeter on the small spade connector on the starter motor to see if it is getting voltage.
Also worth giving the starter motor a good bang with a wooden mallet.

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thanks for advice will look into this l8r