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Old 02-15-2006, 17:01   #2 (permalink)
Backyard Mechanic
 
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Re: Starter problems

"Clydesdale" <pegasus@accesswave.ca> wrote:

> It's a '90 econoline 8 cyl van
> Upon trying to start it up today, after a trip into town an hour
> earlier, the starter just whines, almost like it became disconnected
> from the motor, hence, no resistance, just spinning around very fast.
> Any ideas what this latest problem is?
> Thanx in advance.


Unless the bolts came out and starter is loose, (very unlikely).. the
starter needs replaced. OR.. you have a couple teeth off the Ring gear of
the Torque converter flex plate.
If you're inclined, try to turn the engine a little with the belts/pulleys.

Usually though, that problem is intermittent for a while... bad luck for
you, if you can never get it to engage.


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