[TR] TR3 Starter Problem

[Dave]

likely it is the location of the starter gear.  we had to use a spacer on my 
tr6 to get it right.  took a couple of tries to get the right width of 
spacer.  if the starter spins, then its probably not the solenoid.  someone 
correct/confirm me here, but if the solenoid is bad, you'll just get a 
click.

-----Original Message----- 
From: terryrs at comcast.net
Sent: Sunday, March 17, 2013 8:49 AM
To: triumphs at autox.team.net
Subject: [TR] TR3 Starter Problem

When I did the restoration 10 years ago, I swapped out for a gear reduction 
starter.

Toward the end of last driving season, I frequently tried to start the car, 
but the starter would spin without engaging the flywheel.

This week, seems worse.

Since I just rebuilt the engine, I know there are no broken teeth on the 
flywheel. I expect it's the solenoid.

Question...is there any experience with the solenoids on these after market 
gear reduction starters failing?

Terry Smith, '59 TR3A  TS 58667
New Hampshire