Starter shot?
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Starter shot?
Well its not often but every once in awhile i go to start my car and it will make a grinding noice when i try to start it. It does it about 2-3 times, and then it will finally turn over with no problem. I have a 83 GSL. Could it just be the solenoid?
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Could be just the solenoid. Problem is that you (usually) can't buy just a solenoid. And anyhow they look hard to replace on modern starters. I think it's intended that you replace the whole starter since by this time the bushings and brushes are probably shot too. Be careful to get a good rebuild - sometimes rebuilds are done by meth addicts pretending to be mechanics. I got a good one from rockauto.com for about $90, delivered in 3 days.
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if im going to buy a starter, im gonna buy it brand new. Is there any specific company that makes a better one?, rather then going to pepboys or napa and buying one?
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