starter on mf 165 diesel

[carlackerman]

I have a mf 165 diesel. starter is "hanging" someitmes if i bang on starter it will kick in/over. any thoughts?

 

[sweettractors]

Solenoid bad, Bushings out in the starter, Bendix bad on the starter drive are all possibilities. I think you will need to remove it and take it to a starter shop for full checkup? Ken Sweet

 

[carlackerman]

Thanks for the reply--there is a new solenoid so guess will remove and take in-is removal a big deal? or rather straight forward.

 

[sweettractors]

Thanks for the reply--there is a new solenoid so guess will remove and take in-is removal a big deal? or rather straight forward.

Just straight forward mechanics. Just rebuilt my 285 Massey starter last week. Little under $100. Needed new Bendix drive and bushings. Ken Sweet

 

[carlackerman]

thanks for the advice, Ken

 

[sweettractors]

thanks for the advice, Ken

You are welcome. Let us know what you find out? Ken Sweet