Starter problem

ultrasuede Commited Dubber

62 posts · joined Apr 2015 · 22 May 2017, 11:21 am

#1035818

Iv'e been driving this around for awhile now, but I want to nip it in the bud.
The starter solenoid clicks, the motor spins, it engages for a second, then lets go and spins. The solenoid remains engaged until I switch off ignition.
The flywheel is fine, no worn or missing teeth.

Any ideas?

Cheers

1961 Bug owner

southspark Seriously Crusin Dubber

130 posts · joined Mar 2007 · 22 May 2017, 1:20 pm

#1035820

Its your starter drive.

Regards Paul

ultrasuede Commited Dubber

62 posts · joined Apr 2015 · 4 Jun 2017, 6:16 pm

#1036137

Is this what you mean?

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1961 Bug owner

grumble Son of Jim - Creator of Good

2,672 posts · joined Jun 2008 · 5 Jun 2017, 5:33 pm

#1036164

Yes the overrunning clutch in the bendix drive or wear in the solenoid mechanism.

southspark Seriously Crusin Dubber

130 posts · joined Mar 2007 · 5 Jun 2017, 6:59 pm

#1036168

The teeth on the drive should be 90 degree not angled ,also check your ring gear right around, should be the same on all the teeth.

Regards Paul