EK Starter Motor

[Jivetalkn]

Hi everyone

My wife and I just recently purchased an EK Special sedan, very happy with it so far.

Unfortunately the starter motor has died completely. Solenoid is fine, its just the starter motor itself.

Have had a quick look online and can only seem to find the reconditioned ones on ebay for $350.

Is this quite expensive? Is it cheaper to get my old one reconditioned?

Thanks in advanced
Pete

[MeFB]

I know how this sounds, but tap it with a hammer (yes, really) and see if it works. If so, then it's possibly just the brushes that need replacing.

[MeFB]

If you need new brushes, you can get them here:

http://www.abouttimespares.com.au/showpart.asp?id=6933

I've bought from these guys before and they're reliable.

[Jivetalkn]

Thanks guys

Gave it a few really good taps yesterday, still no joy.

[Blacky]

I got a phone call from an autosparky chasing a grey starter motor this morning - is that for you ????

And welcome to the forum

[Jivetalkn]

Thanks!

I rang a mob in Osborne Park, Ashdown Ingrham....do you work there?

[Jivetalkn]

Thanks for the offer! I will send you a private message

[Jivetalkn]

Pulled the old starter motor out tonight, smells pretty burnt...I'm guessing that is not normal!

Will pull it apart on the weekend and have a good look at it.

Thanks for all your help! Looking forward to get more involved in the forum.

Cheers
Pete

[Blacky]

Thanks!

I rang a mob in Osborne Park, Ashdown Ingrham....do you work there?

No mate , just know where to get stuff that you cant buy at repco

[WesternWagon]

Hi Pete

Welcome to the Forum.

I probably have a few in the shed, if ya get stuck

Gazza

PS I'm in Mandurah

[Jivetalkn]

Thanks for all the help and offers guys, ended up picking up one from Classic Olden Holden in Cannington! Bargin.

Will fit it tomorrow and see how she goes.

Pete

[Blacky]

Cool !

Now post some pics of your car please