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replacing the starter motor baring inside the engine block

FM Former Member
I hope I don't have to do this but when I took the starter motor apart today it told me it was not running true. I might have been me testing it on a weak 12 volt battery without a baring on the other end stupido that I tend to be at times. But I wanted to prepare for the worst case sanario. So....anyone ever have to do this? I can touch it but can't see it. Dropping the engine an't an option at this point. Hope to hear from some one out there. it's an original 57 speedster. Some of you guys were helping me with the starter and generator. Gordon, Larry, Bob you out there? B
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FM Former Member
I hope I don't have to do this but when I took the starter motor apart today it told me it was not running true. I might have been me testing it on a weak 12 volt battery without a baring on the other end stupido that I tend to be at times. But I wanted to prepare for the worst case sanario. So....anyone ever have to do this? I can touch it but can't see it. Dropping the engine an't an option at this point. Hope to hear from some one out there. it's an original 57 speedster. Some of you guys were helping me with the starter and generator. Gordon, Larry, Bob you out there? B
FM Former Member
David, my man, I may as well tell you guys now, I'm in the middle of the French country side. I can see the baring now, But I'll put in the starter again to test it with resistance. Can I test the starter without the generator in place? It makes it a lot easier getting the starter in and out. I got a new 6 volt battery. I'll keep you posted and check that other site first. Thanks you guys. B. (have to wait a week).
FM Former Member
Remove the starter and then take a suitably sized tap and run it in until it hits the backing plate. Once it hits the backing plate keep turning until the bushing comes out. It will work up the threads of the tap. If it just spins after the tap is fully engaged, you can then pull or pry the bushing out.
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