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TD42 Starter

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TD42 Starter

Post by thelux »

OK so I did a quiCk search but didn't find much.

The closest I found was this topic ( not sure how to copy the link )

TD42 starter issues - intermittent fault

My car has done exactly the same thing, the clutch inside the starter is slipping and when I bench test it I can hold the gear from spinning once it throws out.

I can't work out how to get the front housing of the starter apart It's unlike any other starter I have repaired before.

Does anyone know how or is there a diagram anywhere which shows how to pull it apart?

The motor itself is good and the solenoid is working fine.

I have a TB42 starter in a parts car.

Will this work in my TD42?

Also if someone has one for sale maybe? I am on the Central Coast in NSW.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
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Post by Jimbo »

Can't help with diagram but i just bought one off ebay brand new for $220. Gq has never started so easy
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Post by thelux »

Looked on Ebay earlier there is a few not bad 12 month replacement warranty and such. Only problem is right now I'm without a car and those starters are in Victoria so I'd have to wait for it.

Anyone local have one they may want to part with for some $$$?
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Post by Yo_jono »

Hey mate.

I rebuilt my starter motor completely..
You just put the motor part in a vice and on the front of the Reduction gearbox part there should be 3 screws. Just undo them and lever the cover out with a couple of little screwdrivers.


Cheers
Jono
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Post by Jimbo »

The ebay ones ship very fast! Ordered and paid Thurs morning and it was on my door Fri (yes i'm in Vic)
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Re: TD42 Starter

Post by thelux »

Yo_jono wrote:Hey mate.

I rebuilt my starter motor completely..
You just put the motor part in a vice and on the front of the Reduction gearbox part there should be 3 screws. Just undo them and lever the cover out with a couple of little screwdrivers.


Cheers
Jono
Hi yeah there is four screws on the reduction drive gearbox, once undone the cover just refuses to budge i broke a few screwdrivers trying :?
Current ride,
96 GQII TD42
Previous rides,
87 High Lux single cab. Yes she was my first!
93 80 series Land Cruiser.
Project Zook Vitara. Previously rolled! So I just had to get the 9 inch out!
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Re: TD42 Starter

Post by Yo_jono »

thelux wrote:
Yo_jono wrote:Hey mate.

I rebuilt my starter motor completely..
You just put the motor part in a vice and on the front of the Reduction gearbox part there should be 3 screws. Just undo them and lever the cover out with a couple of little screwdrivers.


Cheers
Jono
Hi yeah there is four screws on the reduction drive gearbox, once undone the cover just refuses to budge i broke a few screwdrivers trying :?
:S Jesus, I thought you would have broken the cover first.
Mine was a bit niggly, But got there pretty easy.
Do you come to Sydney at all? I can have a look at it if need be..
Or try sticking a pin punch into the top of one of the holes and tap it around with a hammer to free it up a little. In a clockwise motion. Then try leavering it out.
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Post by thelux »

Yo_jono wrote:
thelux wrote:
Yo_jono wrote:Hey mate.

I rebuilt my starter motor completely..
You just put the motor part in a vice and on the front of the Reduction gearbox part there should be 3 screws. Just undo them and lever the cover out with a couple of little screwdrivers.


Cheers
Jono
Hi yeah there is four screws on the reduction drive gearbox, once undone the cover just refuses to budge i broke a few screwdrivers trying :?
:S Jesus, I thought you would have broken the cover first.
Mine was a bit niggly, But got there pretty easy.
Do you come to Sydney at all? I can have a look at it if need be..
Or try sticking a pin punch into the top of one of the holes and tap it around with a hammer to free it up a little. In a clockwise motion. Then try leavering it out.
I'll give that a go! :cool:

Not in Sydney very often anymore especially without a car!!
Current ride,
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87 High Lux single cab. Yes she was my first!
93 80 series Land Cruiser.
Project Zook Vitara. Previously rolled! So I just had to get the 9 inch out!
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Post by Yo_jono »

No worries, Let me know how you go.
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Post by thelux »

Ok so I got it apart.

The clutch in the reduction drive is stuffed! I can't find one, there is a website with the part I need but they wont sell direct to the public :bad-words:
Current ride,
96 GQII TD42
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87 High Lux single cab. Yes she was my first!
93 80 series Land Cruiser.
Project Zook Vitara. Previously rolled! So I just had to get the 9 inch out!
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Re: TD42 Starter

Post by Yo_jono »

thelux wrote:Ok so I got it apart.

The clutch in the reduction drive is stuffed! I can't find one, there is a website with the part I need but they wont sell direct to the public :bad-words:

Ok, Well I'm glad you got it apart.
Sorry, I can't help with the clutch though mine was fine, Just needed new bearings and Brushes for the motor.
You could try sourcing a used one and doing a quick rebuild on it, or Use it for parts.
The bearings only cost me about $12 for the lot.
Good luck mate!!
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Post by vanbox »

I have a 2001 starter motor for sale if you get stuck. In QLD but I can send it to you
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Post by thelux »

vanbox wrote:I have a 2001 starter motor for sale if you get stuck. In QLD but I can send it to you
PM sent.
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93 80 series Land Cruiser.
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