Starter gets stuck

[nvrenuf]

It sounds like the bendix in the starter is bad, it’s like a clutch mechanism. Parts stores can test for amp draw etc but I’ve never seen a machine that will test the drive operation. I’d insist they swap the starter, it’s under warranty so nothing lost except another r&r (it doesn’t work) and the drive to the store.

Note: from a parts store perspective, there is a difference between “rebuilt” and “remanufactured”. Remanufactured is theoretically better because it’s been completely overhauled vs fixed but ultimately cheap parts are cheap parts.

 

[Sad Sack]

Update: I counted the teeth on the flywheel. 168, so it has the right flywheel, and it looks good. There are no broken teeth or distorted sections. I checked with Autozone, who sold me the cheaper refurbished starter and the starter is good. I turned the engine as I was checking the flywheel and the engine is not frozen or stuck. When I tried the starter again it could hear it spinning but it would not turn the engine. When I looked again, the pinon was stuck and I had to pry it loose with screwdriver and it quickly snapped back in place. Do I need a heavy duty starter for that truck or is there something else I'm not seeing?

Good starter reading for the 10MT starters.

Ray's Chevy Restoration Site -- Chevy Starter Info

Information about Delco-Remy 10MT starters used on 1956 to 90's Chevrolet engines.

rmcavoy.freeshell.org

 

[Sad Sack]

One tiny little question; the solenoid spring is installed correct?

Knurled starter bolts being used?

O'Reillys definitely can bench test starter operation and perform a load test on your battery, then report back.

Also if ya get it figured out make sure you are using the starter torque strap to prevent starter twist when cranking.

Pricey but gives you an idea what to look for if you don't have one.

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