Starter like grind after startup - possibilities?
#1
Starter like grind after startup - possibilities?
Starting the Max... engine is just running, then I hear a grunt/growl, almost sounds like a starter not disengaging or a little when you crank a car that's already running. Lasts a second of two. Cold starts only.
Seems a little late for the starter not withdrawing. But it could be. Anything else on a Max that typically makes this noise?
How much of a PITA is changing the starter? Multi-hour job with stuff in the way, or in and out in an hour?
Thanks,
Seems a little late for the starter not withdrawing. But it could be. Anything else on a Max that typically makes this noise?
How much of a PITA is changing the starter? Multi-hour job with stuff in the way, or in and out in an hour?
Thanks,
#2
Starting the Max... engine is just running, then I hear a grunt/growl, almost sounds like a starter not disengaging or a little when you crank a car that's already running. Lasts a second of two. Cold starts only.
Seems a little late for the starter not withdrawing. But it could be. Anything else on a Max that typically makes this noise?
How much of a PITA is changing the starter? Multi-hour job with stuff in the way, or in and out in an hour?
Thanks,
Seems a little late for the starter not withdrawing. But it could be. Anything else on a Max that typically makes this noise?
How much of a PITA is changing the starter? Multi-hour job with stuff in the way, or in and out in an hour?
Thanks,
#6
Also... if I decide to replace it, any preferred brands? Are any of the chain store items like Autozone any good? I'm going to be under the gun to do this if I do it... no time to wait for an order to arrive.
Last edited by BobMax; 08-11-2014 at 11:19 AM.
#8
Yes, I have had 3 NEW made in China starters. The 3rd knock on wood operates just fine, except the field wire began cracking. I wrapped it with electrical tape. It's unfortunate how much junk is for sale today. Lifetime warranty yes, but you have to triple your labor. Someone told me should have rebuilt the original myself. Of course I'm the original owner, otherwise likely there is a junk replacement in there already....
#9
If the starter still works, it is likely better than any reman you will get. Pull it and clean/regrease. Use a little motor oil in the bendix as well. It is a fun DIY.
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...-regrease.html
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...-regrease.html
#10
If the starter still works, it is likely better than any reman you will get. Pull it and clean/regrease. Use a little motor oil in the bendix as well. It is a fun DIY.
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...-regrease.html
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...-regrease.html
Not a bad idea... if I can handle the downtime, I might do that.
#12
Good to know... I did see the Bosch and it was a about $50 more. But, if it's actually a better (re) built unit, that's worth it.
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