Non starter

[BobP]

I have fitted a new main loom,starter solenoid and Lucas starter,when I try to start the starter just makes a whirring sound and doesn’t turn the engine. Any ideas please

 

[Colin Lindsay]

It sounds like the starter is not engaging the flywheel teeth; you may need a spacer or if you have one already fitted, you may not... have a look at where the Bendix gear is in relation to the flywheel (make sure it moves freely, a little graphite dust will lubricate it, not grease) - and see if you can adjust the position any.

[BobP]

Colin I checked workshop manual and spacer is required with Lucas starter .previously I tried to fit a high torque starter with and without spacer same problem .just whirring sound?

Edited August 21, 2020 by BobP
Missed the spacer out of text

[Steve P]

You need the spacer with both,you don,t need the bulkhead mounted solenoid with the hi torque one,i would try it on the bench with jump leads to make sure the starter is working and then check the ring gear.

Steve

[BobP]

Steve the hi torque starter was returned to the manufacturer for checking they said it was ok,the Lucas starter is brand new.?