Subject: Re: ambo starter problem.
Author: gr-@tonedeaftouring.com
Date: Aug 28, 2003, 9:27 AM
Post ID: 1714318173
ok, so the problem is:
the flat metal "wire" that connects 2 of the brushes together
disintegrated - i'm gonna try to fab something up out a small piece of sheet
metal...hopefully i can solder it on piggyback style..i tried soldering a
jumper wire on it, but solder wouldn't stick - gotta try to clean it up
better...
----- Original Message -----
From: "Charlie Mullendore" <li-@loopframe.com>
To: <Loopfram-@topica.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 27, 2003 9:37 PM
Subject: RE: ambo starter problem.
| Hi Greg, The brushes may be worn, the brush springs too weak, the commutator dirty or all of the above. Remove the two 8mm nuts that hold the end cap on the starter. Note how everything goes together as you pull the end cap off. Probably lots of dust inside from brush and commutator wear. Use electrical contact cleaner or other solvent to remove the dust from the brush holder assy. and commutator (round copper piece in the center). Try not to get too much into the central part of the starter. Check the brushes to see if they slide freely in their slots and have some tension against the commutator. If they don't slide - clean more, no tension - it may be best to let a starter shop have a look unless you are confident in your ability to replace the brushes and springs. If they do slide, have tension and everything is clean you can reassemble and see if you have better results than before. Before reassembly, polish the shaft where it goes into the end cap with some Scotchbrite or fine emery paper, then clean and lightly grease it. If you have a Premier shop manual, they have blow-ups of the starter and a troubleshooting guide. Hope this helps! Charlie gr-@tonedeaftouring.com wrote:
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