Thread: grinding starter now cant turn over by hand
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Old 07-26-2010, 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Aquaticedge View Post
Well, I agree with the above, your starter is shot, or if you cant turn the motor your engine may have siezed up and the grinding may have been the starter shearing it's teeth
Aye, that's what it sounds like. What's the oil level? Oil pressure last time it ran? Pull the starter and take a peak at the bendix gear and flywheel teeth. Also, if you're not completely confident in your strength, find someone who is to try turning it.
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