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Old 11-11-2014, 07:29 PM
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Unhappy Starter removal & a novice question

When I was (trying to) remove the starter, I was able to remove what looks like the two mounting bolts, but the starter wouldn't budge and it looks like an integral part of the engine block. It may just be painted so it looks that way, I don't know. Is the starter something I'm going to have to use a pry bar or rubber hammer to get off? Is there anything there that I need to be careful about so it does not break? I'm trying to get it off to get it tested.
I got the solenoid off and the spring and plunger/can thing was there just hanging off of its arm that clearly goes up into the netherland of engineworld. (and these are technical terms so if definitions are in order, we'll have to find Ken or somebody). The guy at the armature said he wasn't sure if they could test the solenoid without the starter so this is why I'm asking about starter removal.
Now the novice question: what is happening to the starter to make it "die" when you repeatedly try to start the engine and its not catching? I'm having a starting issue that began after I rebuilt the carb. The choke is adjusted and once started, it runs fine. It just takes several tries to get the engine to catch and I'm concerned about the starter. Some history: the alternator had a bad voltage regulator but that has been replaced and the batteries (new in March) should be charging well.
Any help appreciated. Thanks.
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Old 11-11-2014, 08:02 PM
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You must have a late model engine with Delco starter - it's probably rusted solid on the mounting surface.

A few sharp blows using a machinists hammer against a piece of hardwood (to protect the starter case from damage) in the direction it will come off the engine should do the trick.

Be prepared to catch it when it comes off - it is pretty heavy.

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Old 11-11-2014, 09:08 PM
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Last starter problem I had was due to the brushes and their rigging. The brushes slide in slots and are held against the commutator by springs. In my case, the brushes were worn and the dust had gotten into the slots. Also, one of the springs was cracked and the commutator needed cleaning.
As for the solenoid, it has two functions. First it pulls the starter gear into engagement with the flywheel. Second, it makes the electrical contact to the starter. This contact is made by pressing a copper/brass disc against the two fixed contacts - one goes to the battery cable and the other goes to the starter. These contact points degrade due to arcing, but can be cleaned up. A file will do the fixed contacts, while the disc can just be turned over.
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Old 11-12-2014, 10:21 PM
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Whack it with a rubber mallet. Two bolts and it is off.
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Old 11-14-2014, 09:22 PM
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Whack it with a rubber mallet. Two bolts and it is off.
Yep you were right. Two whacks with rubber mallet and it came off. Needed a new starter which was provided from Masco rebuilt locally (no shipping) at $164. So excited but a bit daunted to put the beast back on! Wish me luck!
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So excited but a bit daunted to put the beast back on! Wish me luck!
Nah, nuthin' to it. Two bolts and two wires. DONE!!
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Old 11-19-2014, 09:22 PM
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You may want to have a shop go over the old one, wrap it in bubble wrap, then vacuum seal it in a bag. Keep it for a spare.
My engine is to port, so I keep the spares to stbd. Pretty soon the boat will sit level (grin).
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You may want to have a shop go over the old one, wrap it in bubble wrap, then vacuum seal it in a bag. Keep it for a spare.
My engine is to port, so I keep the spares to stbd. Pretty soon the boat will sit level (grin).
I save all those little packets of desiccant from things I buy. I put them in with my camera in a plastic bag when I get near any water. If you keep stuff like spare electronics or motors on the boat, maybe they could help?

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lat 64...me too. i put them in my small electronics bags, and my nice (but not waterproof) binocs bag.
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