[GMCnet] Weaker starter solenoids springs [message #321797] |
Tue, 08 August 2017 07:59 |
BobDunahugh
Messages: 2465 Registered: October 2010 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
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It seems that in the race to see who can make parts the cheapest. More ways always come up. There are some new starter solenoids that have weaker return springs then the old one that you removed. So if you notice this spring difference. And install the old stronger spring. The new solenoid may not work. It appears that some new ones have a weaker magnetic field to engage the starter drive. Thus a weaker spring is required. These units can be identified comparing springs at time of purchase. So take your old spring with you. Bob Dunahugh
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Re: [GMCnet] Weaker starter solenoids springs [message #321808 is a reply to message #321797] |
Tue, 08 August 2017 15:07 |
BobDunahugh
Messages: 2465 Registered: October 2010 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
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I should have added that this spring is what disengages the starter drive. An turning the starter motor off. Bob Dunahugh
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From: Bob Dunahugh
Sent: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 7:59 AM
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Subject: Weaker starter solenoids springs
It seems that in the race to see who can make parts the cheapest. More ways always come up. There are some new starter solenoids that have weaker return springs then the old one that you removed. So if you notice this spring difference. And install the old stronger spring. The new solenoid may not work. It appears that some new ones have a weaker magnetic field to engage the starter drive. Thus a weaker spring is required. These units can be identified comparing springs at time of purchase. So take your old spring with you. Bob Dunahugh
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