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Question
hi i have a 78 5.9 v8 jeep, when i turn the ignition to start engine the starter engages the ring gear but tries to grind the teeth off, i checked the starter drive and ring gear for wear and found both showing damage, i replace both ring gear and starter motor turned the ignition key to start the starter engaged again trying to grind away the ring gear, engine turns by hand so not ceased, it seems that the starter is in full cranking mode before it reaches the ring gear and there fore tries to grind away at the ring gear , any thoughts on this.
I had this problem once. I replaced tha starter with a generic rebuilt unit from Pep Boys. I later found out that they gave me a Motorcraft starter for a Ford.
Though AMC used Motorcraft starters, the nose of the starter is longer than one used on a Ford.
Try comparing starters down at the parts store, make sure it is for an AMC/Jeep.
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Kevin Pilotte
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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
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