In a message dated 1/29/03 6:20:18 AM, tinkerman007@YAHOO.COM writes:

<< How about the two questions at the end of my post?

> 1. Can the solenoid be easily removed from the starter for testing, without
removing the starter

NO

> 2. Is the solenoid available as a spare part or only installed on a
starter? >>

I never needed one for a Bosch starter, but solenoids are available for most
other brands.  Do you think that, possibly, an auto parts house might be able
to answer this question?

George