1972 MF 135 Diesel Starter safety question

[Soundguy]

take the starter apart and clean it.

if nothing else a fast flashing solvent that won't attack the insulation would be naptha... don't use acetone or laq thinner..

 

[okiecraig]

yes, Hutch. The key used to work til a neighbor borrowed my tractor........

 

[okiecraig]

This is really ugly, but here it is with the two long bolts removed. I don't think an electrical device needs all black lubrication so I guess it's dirt and diesel. How do I clean from here? Take it apart more? Fill with Gunk cleaner? just rinse out with Brakleen? Take it to a rebuilder? buy a new one? Oh, and I aint really mechanically inclined.....

 

[okiecraig]

Update. A few pieces of the inside works fell out on the floor. I am taking it to a re builder. Thanks for all help!!

 

[The kid]

On picture one of the starter. Shouldn't there be a rubber grommet around that copper bar? One. it seals the starter from moisture, two it acts as an insulator for the 12vdc.

 

[okiecraig]

Yes, Kid, you are correct.

OK, guys, my rebuilder passed away in December so where so I find a replacement for this starter? Delco Remy 1107 860.

 

[The kid]

Yes, Kid, you are correct. OK, guys, my rebuilder passed away in December so where so I find a replacement for this starter? Delco Remy 1107 860.

To buy new or used depending how deep your pockets are. Parts are still available for these. Looks can be deceiving as to it's true condition. Yellow Pages would be my start. Call around and find a shop in your area. Or.. Do some research, take a deep breath and do it yourself. If it's just diesel fuel gummed up in it it should clean out. It must be broken dow into components first. Goto www.agocpartsbook.com and get part numbers on a whole starter and parts. Start calling dealers closest to you. Some salvage yards might have a pile of these stacked up. As I said. Depends on your budget as to what direction to take. There are plenty of resources on the net including videos to aid you. Good luck.

 

[okiecraig]

OK, found a rebulider and got it done today: $100 and 1 yr warranty. New one from Wilson was $230. Now I just gotta get it back in and rewire the ignition key to the starter so I dont have to jump it each time with a screwdriver.


thanks for all replys!

 

[Soundguy]

that's about going price. used to be 80$ but still not bad!

 

[The kid]

OK, found a rebulider and got it done today: $100 and 1 yr warranty. New one from Wilson was $230. Now I just gotta get it back in and rewire the ignition key to the starter so I dont have to jump it each time with a screwdriver. thanks for all replys!

Diesel starting circuits are different from the gas, so pay close attention to which diagram you follow rewiring it.