Anyone know the part number for a FORD 2000 tractor, 1972 model 3 cyl gas

[RickB]

Yes. There may also be ring gear damage, but that would require a split to replace. Best time to do that is when you are prepared to/need to do clutch work. Step one is to replace the starter or have it overhauled by a local starter/alternator shop if you have a decent one. Some aren't.

 

[shock]

Yes. There may also be ring gear damage, but that would require a split to replace. Best time to do that is when you are prepared to/need to do clutch work. Step one is to replace the starter or have it overhauled by a local starter/alternator shop if you have a decent one. Some aren't.

Thanks Rick - I'll start with the easy stuff first! Would an auto parts store be able to appropriately test the starter to determine if it's good/bad given the symptoms described?

 

[shock]

Thanks Rick - I'll start with the easy stuff first! Would an auto parts store be able to appropriately test the starter to determine if it's good/bad given the symptoms described?

Update: I took the starter to a NAPA auto parts store to get checked. The guy seemed quite knowledgeable about starters. Actually called out the starter without me telling him what it was off of.

He hooked it up and gave it power and Starter gear pushed out and spun like a bandit.

He said it all tested good, albeit retracted a little slow - he said to clean it up, it works fine.

The problem of course, is that I expected him to tell me it was bad, and I could just buy a new starter with confidence that it would fix my issue.

Now, not sure at all. Thoughts?

 

[Winmac]

The issue you described is a indication that the starter drive is failing(most likely).
There is a clutch in the gear end of the starter that slips, A bench test as done by the auto parts guy will not indicate the failure.
A rebuild generally includes a new drive.

 

[shock]

The issue you described is a indication that the starter drive is failing(most likely).
There is a clutch in the gear end of the starter that slips, A bench test as done by the auto parts guy will not indicate the failure.
A rebuild generally includes a new drive.

Excellent - back on track then - a new starter it is. Thanks for letting me know !

 

[mitch becton]

anyway to post picture or can you tell us if has a solenoid mounted to the starter or is mounted elsewhere from past experience you about only 2 possible problems flywheel damage or bad starter drive

 

[shock]

anyway to post picture or can you tell us if has a solenoid mounted to the starter or is mounted elsewhere from past experience you about only 2 possible problems flywheel damage or bad starter drive

The solenoid is on top of the starter. It's a slanted down rectangle looking one

 

[mitch becton]

shock good morning the picture you posted does it match your starter if so you are lucky most parts stores sale this for less than $40.00 as general rule. now a little more info if picture matches what you see on top is not a solenoid but it is a hammer drive as ford called it for engaging starter drive the solenoid in most cases in in the dash area and also can be bought very good price also this starter has only 1 wire going to a post in side of starter or a tab with screw hole in rear housing let us know if this makes sense

 

[RickB]

shock good morning the picture you posted does it match your starter if so you are lucky most parts stores sale this for less than $40.00 as general rule. now a little more info if picture matches what you see on top is not a solenoid but it is a hammer drive as ford called it for engaging starter drive the solenoid in most cases in in the dash area and also can be bought very good price also this starter has only 1 wire going to a post in side of starter or a tab with screw hole in rear housing let us know if this makes sense

I want to know where I can buy this starter for less than $40.

 

[mitch becton]

well i might not have been clear but again i am assuming the picture is correct that said oreilly auto part number v7134313 in georgia market sales for 39.99 with 15.00 core which you should have and they have another one same starter better quality 51.95 exchange the trick that i learned after 30 years of doing starters and alternators look up truck or auto same time period much less just because you did no say tractor if any one is interested there is a gear reduction version for less than $100.00 with solenoid attached and more cranking power half the weight i looked the original up for 1973 ford f100/f150 with 360ci motor hope this helps