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04-16-2008, 07:18 PM

stevenbg9

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starter grinding

the starter on my friends 1986 mustang 5.0 automatic is grinding 1.does the starter have to be shimed if so how many. 2. how do i know if it is for a auto or a manual

04-16-2008, 07:27 PM

86 5.0L

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RE: starter grinding

you know check if its loose, I know mine grinds sometimes when I start it and its loose, I have to get under there and tighten it regularly

04-16-2008, 08:09 PM

mjr46

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RE: starter grinding

if it grinds ..it's either loose or the bendix is bad or the ring gear is worn in a spot or two

04-17-2008, 09:51 PM

aode08

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RE: starter grinding

get a mini starter

as far as bolts loosening, thats not normal, they remain tight for life, unless oil is leaking on them.

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