Starter: OK What Gives??? - Diesel Forum

UnckieBub · 11-15-2009, 05:38 PM

7.3 PS in 1997 250 HD Full batteries, turn lights on, starter don't turn or dim lights...

Starter Right???
Ok my problem..How the hell do I get that bolt out on the top???
Can't get a wrench in there to pull torque on it to break it loose. Frame, exhaust man, block and the starter its self in the way.

Help...Lil Help Please...hahahaha

**pjwoolw** · 11-15-2009, 05:47 PM

Check the relay. Passenger side fender.

UnckieBub · 11-15-2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by pjwoolw

Check the relay. Passenger side fender.

Its clicking..How do I get the starter out??? or the top bolt rather...

ryhed · 11-15-2009, 05:58 PM

A shorty open end box end wrench

UnckieBub · 11-15-2009, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ryhed

A shorty open end box end wrench

Been there done that can't get a grip on it to pull down to make loose. That bolt is snugged tight but good. Also tried heat...

**pjwoolw** · 11-15-2009, 06:07 PM

If you do a search this forum for starter removal the are a couple of different methods and tips. Including the one ryhed suggested.

UnckieBub · 11-15-2009, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by pjwoolw

If you do a search this forum for starter removal the are a couple of different methods and tips. Including the one ryhed suggested.

I did that Thanks..Seems like the long extention is the way to go. I tried that but the damn thing wont give...What a PITA!!!!

speeddemon31176 · 11-15-2009, 09:22 PM

If your using a 3/8ths drive socket and extension put a 1/2 to 3/8 adapter on it and use an impact gun with quick short bursts. It will come out.

96strokerlb · 11-16-2009, 07:04 AM

hmm i beleive i got mine when i did the zf5 swap by taking out the crossmember so the engine sagged or maybe not but i know my harbor freight shorty wrenches reached all. and i was able to reinstall with shortys with zf5 and crossmember bolted in.