| Deluxe48 | -- 03-01-2025 @ 10:58 AM |
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I have a 1948 Ford Super Deluxe convertible. The car was fully restored decades ago. when I got it the previous owner had put in a 8v battery due to hard starting. My problem started with constant jamming of the starter. I went back to a new optima 6v, got a new starter and a hanger to the pan (which the old one didnt) and it still cranks very hard and jams constantly. I've replaced and confirmed good grounds. It still feels like it binds. I was going to try a new style bendix as that may "align" it better. They are only 9 teeth but looking Dennis Erricson and other places it looks like it will work. anyone use the Modern Bendix and any other thoughts on whats going on?
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| ford38v8 | -- 03-01-2025 @ 11:19 AM |
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The 8v battery was the culprit. It slammed the bendix against the flywheel ring gear every time the starter was activated. Those components are not bulletproof, so with the wear and tear, they jam up. I wouldn’t think a new offshore bendix would be better than an original in any case. I think you’ll have to bite the bullet and do the heavy by replacing that flywheel press-on gear. Alan
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| Deluxe48 | -- 03-01-2025 @ 11:38 AM |
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Thanks, I have examined the flywheel and see no signs of wear so hoping that I don't need to replace the flywheel, really don't want to remove the engine!
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| 37RAGTOPMAN | -- 03-02-2025 @ 12:04 PM |
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HI did you bench test the starter, ??? see if the starter shaft is wobbles or bent, also the bendix spring is not broken, or sprung, and make sure these is no grease on the bendix, just light oil, is best. I would go with a good original USA made bendix IF YOU NEED help try JEFF at CERTIFIED AUTO ELECTRIC. 440 439 1100 they did have NOS USA made bendix he ALSO HAS THE HIGH TORQUE FIELD COILS, hope this helps 37Ragtopman,MAINE This message was edited by 37RAGTOPMAN on 3-9-25 @ 6:01 PM
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| flathead48 | -- 03-08-2025 @ 4:54 AM |
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I rebuilt a lot of starters & checking armature shaft to be sure it is straight is a must, I found a lot that were bent especially if the front bracket was missing .
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| wlobb | -- 03-08-2025 @ 7:08 AM |
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Hi, I have a new style on my bench. I hope to install it as soon as it warms up here. On top of the jamming, you'll be replacing what I've learned is known as the "grenade" type. I guess the originals occasionally blow up in the bell housing. for that reason alone, I'm swapping mine out.
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| Kens 36 | -- 03-08-2025 @ 9:01 AM |
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Bill, Sorry tell you, but you will find many more complaints about and problems with the "new style" than you will with the originals. Ken
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| carcrazy | -- 03-08-2025 @ 7:50 PM |
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Once you locate a competent starter and generator repair shop, have them rebuild your original starter motor.
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| flathead48 | -- 03-09-2025 @ 5:07 AM |
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Deluxe, if u have it rebuilt go for the high torque coils, they really help when engine is hot.
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| MG | -- 03-09-2025 @ 11:51 AM |
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What Kens 36 said, above...
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| Robert/Texas | -- 03-11-2025 @ 4:01 AM |
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My ’34 roadster is completely stock except that it has a ’36 LB engine and 12-volt system with an Optima battery. The reason for going this way was that I went on many club tours and when Garmen came out I bought one to use on these tours. After lots of starter problems I installed a Stump-Puller starter. Although it was a bit pricey, I feel it was well worth it. It is tiny, light weight without a Bendix and fires to the front of the flywheel. I have a starter button and when I touch it the engine fires right up with no noise. People are amazed when I show them how this works.
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