[FC] Starter issues

[Merv Krull]

So, the starter spins but does not engage with the flywheel...
Next time that happens, turn the engine with a socket or L handle or box 
wrench on the crankshaft pulley bolt a few degrees and try again. If it 
engages, you are missing some teeth. (especially if someone hits the starter 
when you are trying to wrench the engine!). We had a 65 Ford Fairlane 2 door 
289 cruisomatic... loved that car!!!! that occasionally would not catch. A 
quick twist of the fan usually turned the engine far enough for the starter 
to find some teeth...
toodles
Merv Krull
Salmon Arm, BC
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Charles" <r75 at shaw.ca>
To: <corvanatics at corvair.org>
Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2006 12:12 PM
Subject: [FC] Starter issues


> Hello all, I've got some problems with my starter. It seems like the 
> solenoid is not pushing out enough to engage the ring gear. I worked 
> perfectly until I had the clutch replaced (disc, pressure plate, and 
> flywheel) and ever since I got it back it has had starting trouble. I 
> haven't checked yet to see how well the charging system is working but 
> might that be a possible problem? The starter isn't that old and, as I 
> said, was working perfectly. Things just die, I know, but what I can't 
> figure out is that strange thing where the starter won't engage but if you 
> put the trans in gear and let the clutch out so it slightly bumps (you're 
> on a mild grade let's say and not like trying to jump start, I mean like 
> not even enough of a jolt to spill a cup of coffee)  you then depress the 
> clutch  pedal and turn the ignition and like magic it engages. What on 
> earth is that all about?
>
> thanks,
>
> Charles
>
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