Starter/Flexplate Issues
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That is a good point. What are torn starter teeth a symptom of? The vehicle sat for several months, before it was attended to.
When I was having some trouble with the ignition system, I probably tried to turn it over for longer periods than I should have. Could it be related to the engine being difficult to turn manually?
When I was having some trouble with the ignition system, I probably tried to turn it over for longer periods than I should have. Could it be related to the engine being difficult to turn manually?
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That is a good point. What are torn starter teeth a symptom of? The vehicle sat for several months, before it was attended to.
When I was having some trouble with the ignition system, I probably tried to turn it over for longer periods than I should have. Could it be related to the engine being difficult to turn manually?
When I was having some trouble with the ignition system, I probably tried to turn it over for longer periods than I should have. Could it be related to the engine being difficult to turn manually?
You can see if this happens the pushrod moving up and down would severely hinder rotating the crank because it moving up and down in it's tube would bind so badly
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I could barely turn it at all with the plugs in it, and now with them out it will turn, just not easily. It is possible it is turning with the correct resistance, I just don't have a good feel for that.
What should I look for when investigating the valves and pushrods?
What should I look for when investigating the valves and pushrods?
Yes that is my point .. The truck sitting so long is more than likely the cause .. with the plugs removed you still may not be able to rotate the crank easily but if there was no change in ease of rotation after plugs were removed then I would start to seriously consider stuck valve and bent push rod as a likely reason the starter broke teeth
You can see if this happens the pushrod moving up and down would severely hinder rotating the crank because it moving up and down in it's tube would bind so badly
You can see if this happens the pushrod moving up and down would severely hinder rotating the crank because it moving up and down in it's tube would bind so badly
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to check the pushrods pull the valve covers and unbolt each rocker, when cam is at low point, one at a time .. pull the pushrod and roll it on flat surface .. If it checks good put the pushrod back making sure you return it to the center of the lifter and re torque rocker .. move to the next rocker
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Well, I checked all the pushrods.
1. All were straight, but some had some definite scorching on them.
2. How can I be sure they are seated and lubed properly when I replace them?
3. What else should I check for while I'm in there? Should I pull the manifold and check anything out?
(This has been one of the most helpful forums I've ever participated in, and I do appreciate it.)
1. All were straight, but some had some definite scorching on them.
2. How can I be sure they are seated and lubed properly when I replace them?
3. What else should I check for while I'm in there? Should I pull the manifold and check anything out?
(This has been one of the most helpful forums I've ever participated in, and I do appreciate it.)
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