Starter not engaging

[tk1218]

Having an issues with my starter not engaging my flywheel. It just spins

I verified that I have a 164 flywheel, not sure if I have the right starter see picture

Thanks for your help

 

[DirtDonk]

Is it a new installation, or did it work at one time and no longer does?
Seems like a "new installation" kind of problem, but had to ask.

I see two flywheels. Are they the same diameter as well as tooth count? I assume that all 165t flywheels would be the same diameter, but I can't say for certain.
And the first one obviously has a much larger counterweight. Is that for a later vehicle with 50oz imbalance, or just a different version of a 28oz?

Sorry I can't remember which starter has the gear further in and which one is further out. Someone here remembers though.

Good luck. Back to the top!

Paul

 

[tk1218]

New install. The second flywheel is the correct 1. Good eye as the other flywheel is a 50 oz

 

[DirtDonk]

Back to the top. Any suggestions as to what's going on?
I have not had time to look up the snout and gear extensions (because I'm too busy typing apparently?) but maybe someone will see yours and tell you if it's a manual or automatic trans type starter.

Paul

 

[Speedrdr]

Appears to be for 302/351 v8 MANUAL transmission.
Randy

 

[ared77]

Here's some good info -

http://www.ntractorclub.com/eds_stu...Starter/Ford Starter-Flywheel, Tech. Tips.pdf

 

[tk1218]

Hmm

The flywheel is correct at 14 1/8 and the starter appears tp be correct

Maybe something is wrong with starter?

 

[DirtDonk]

Could very well be. Hook it up on the ground with jumper cables and a heavy foot to hold it in place so it doesn't go all whirling-dervish on you. Watch the gear to make sure it's extending outward as the motor starts to spin.

Paul