How big should the pinion be on a starter?
“At rest, we recommend that the pinion be .10-inches away from the ring gear. There is some room for leeway here but we do not like to see less than .06-inches and no more than .14-inches.
Do you know the signs of a failing starter motor?
Knowing the signs of a failing starter motor, can help you diagnose the problem. When Diagnosing starter motor problems, always start with the battery. So, for your starter motor to work properly, your car battery has to be in; excellent working condition and fully charged.
When do I need to replace my starter motor?
So, if this happens the starting motor will have to be replaced. The most common problem with a starting motor is, when you turn your key and nothing happens. A solenoid or motor that has burned out or electrical issues, may cause this as well. Furthermore, a dead battery can cause the same problem.
How does the Bendix gear on a starter motor work?
This video is all about the Bendix gear on a starter motor. This is the gear that rises up and engages with the ring gear around the flywheel. When things go wrong with this gear it can not rise up or disengage before the motor is started. This video looks at how these gears work and how to fix them when they go wrong. Loading…
What kind of battery does a 1991 fxsts have?
I have a 1991 FXSTS and I seem to be buying a lot of batteries. This is the deal. When starting the engine the starter will almost always click at least once before the starter catches and the bike starts. Sometimes it never catches and the battery runs down to where you get the multiple clicks and no start.
Where is the pinion gear on a car starter?
Check the pinion gear. It is a small gear found at the front of the starter of your car that will engage the flywheel and crank your engine. You should ensure that the teeth of your pinion gears are not worn-out or damaged. Damaged teeth will prevent your car engine from cranking.
How does a starter work on a Harley Davidson?
Video-So you are dealing with a starter on your Harley Davidson that activates and you can hear it spinning, but it doesn’t engage the starter ring gear-thus it doesn’t turn over the motor. You can hear the solenoid activate and pop out, but the starter motor just spins.
Why is my starter not engaging the flywheel?
Tighten the mounting bolts and other connecting wires. If the mounting bolt is loose, the starter drive will not engage the flywheel properly. It will make a grinding noise when you try to fire up your engine. What this means is that the pinion gear on the starter is clashing with the ring gear on the flywheel. Check the pinion gear.