Starter Motor Removal

[G-Man]

Diagnosed starter problem so it needs to come out. Any tips or pitalls to consider. My car is an 89 350. I plan to get it reconned.

The problem is that it won't disengage and needs a tap in order to get the car started. Changed battery and earth lead before getting it sussed.

[danny hoffman]

You will need a long allen key to get to the top bolt. Make sure they recon your unit and don't just exchange it - as an exchange may be larger and foul on the manifold. Should cost about £70.

10 minute job if the bolts come out easily (make sure the heads are clean, if you round them you will be in deep!)

[G-Man]

Thanx Dan - how long is the allen key?

[shawn ford]

I had to change out my starter in my 450 SE last summer. With the starter being within 2 inches of the manifold, there's not a lot of working room. It helped me to remove the selanoid first, which gave a little more working room.

I tried to replace it with a new one, but really had a hard time sourcing the part. I had Bosch of Germany (where I live) rebuild the motor, and while I was in there I replaced the selanoid with a new one.

I suspect that this will go bad again in just a few years due to the immense heat from the manifold.

Good luck

Shawn

[G-Man]

I think the problem's solved! I gave the starter a few taps and so far hasn't siezed once.

Got another problem now!

[danny hoffman]

The allen key needs to be as long as the starter motor. Sounds like yours could do with a clean at the very least.

Danny