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Broken Mounting Ear on Starter -- Should I Replace??
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Author:  twiggster007 [ Fri Sep 26, 2008 7:43 am ]
Post subject:  Broken Mounting Ear on Starter -- Should I Replace??
Hi all,

During disassembly for major engine overhaul I found that one of the starter's mounting ears is broken.

It's the left (driver's) side ear as the starter is installed, the one that mounts on the stud.

Viewing the pics below, you'll see that it's broken in such a way that it still effectively rests ON the stud, only a chunk of the bottom has broken away.

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Since the starter's weight still 'rests' on the stud, is it necessary to replace the starter or can I just put a washer on it and call it good?

Thanx guys!!

---Twiggster007---
Author:  slantzilla [ Fri Sep 26, 2008 11:32 am ]
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From the looks of that starter I'd replace it anyway. :lol:

Seriously, if you are not concerned about the general condition of the starter, just put a washer on it and fuhgettaboutit. :D
Author:  68barracuda [ Fri Sep 26, 2008 11:51 am ]
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I am with 'zilla on this one :shock:
Author:  twiggster007 [ Fri Sep 26, 2008 4:11 pm ]
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lol thanx guys!! That's what I thought about it -- rusty but trusty, and don't fix if it ain't broke!!!

Thanx again!!
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