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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 8/20/2006


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my starter motor disengages before the engine starts and make a funny noise when doing so

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Paul,
You didn't say what kind of vehicle you have. It does sound, however, that the starter bendix drive is shot.
It is the part of the starter that engages the flywheel. You can replace the drive on some starters, others you must replace the complete starter assembly. It is possible that your flyweel might have some damaged teeth, also.
Kevin

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Kevin Pilotte

Expertise

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.

Organizations
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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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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