replacing the stater on GS400
#18
99% of the time time when a starter fails, it is just the two copper contacts worn down. I replace those for $10 and it is like a brand new starter. I still have original starter shells in all my vehicles including a 91 4-runner. I do this with the alternator as well. Any rebuild shop can sell you the contact kit.
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99% of the time time when a starter fails, it is just the two copper contacts worn down. I replace those for $10 and it is like a brand new starter. I still have original starter shells in all my vehicles including a 91 4-runner. I do this with the alternator as well. Any rebuild shop can sell you the contact kit.
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also, sometimes there is some oil pooled in the intake manifold (over years, the PCV lets some return to the intake) and this gets disturbed..
either reason is nothing to worry about, so long as it stops...
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i'm currently attempting to install my new starter, i've not progressed much at completely removing the manifold, i tried searching but found nothing, u guys know of a more detailed written DIY to tackle this job?
#26
This is a good start...but each pic needs details, details, details.
Also helpful would be part #'s for manifold gasket replacement (if required).
Tool list is good, and torque numbers for bolts.
Thanks!
Also helpful would be part #'s for manifold gasket replacement (if required).
Tool list is good, and torque numbers for bolts.
Thanks!
#27
Does anyone have a DIY with detailed directions to replace the starter?
Something that lists ALL the tools needed and EVERY step to get that a$$ of a manifold off. Obviously for someone who isn't an experienced diy mechanic.
I've been looking all over the place here and there are a couple good ones but none that list every step for a novice.
If the labor was like $300 I'd just pay to get this problem off my a$$ but $1200?? $700??? BULLSHIP
Something that lists ALL the tools needed and EVERY step to get that a$$ of a manifold off. Obviously for someone who isn't an experienced diy mechanic.
I've been looking all over the place here and there are a couple good ones but none that list every step for a novice.
If the labor was like $300 I'd just pay to get this problem off my a$$ but $1200?? $700??? BULLSHIP
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Does anyone have a DIY with detailed directions to replace the starter?
Something that lists ALL the tools needed and EVERY step to get that a$$ of a manifold off. Obviously for someone who isn't an experienced diy mechanic.
I've been looking all over the place here and there are a couple good ones but none that list every step for a novice.
If the labor was like $300 I'd just pay to get this problem off my a$$ but $1200?? $700??? BULLSHIP
Something that lists ALL the tools needed and EVERY step to get that a$$ of a manifold off. Obviously for someone who isn't an experienced diy mechanic.
I've been looking all over the place here and there are a couple good ones but none that list every step for a novice.
If the labor was like $300 I'd just pay to get this problem off my a$$ but $1200?? $700??? BULLSHIP
$700 - $1200 sounds a little high... IIRC, it should be around 5ish hours labor, and at labor rates between $60 and $100 per hour, shouldn't be more than $500ish... I will check and see what the book calls for as far as time is concerned tomorrow...
#29
not sure if you are still around, but thanks. Ripped off my manifold today to replace knock sensors, this was a big help. Too much of a pain in the *** to take a pic every step of the way...but looking at your pics and seeing what did/didn't get detached was a huge help.
thanks
thanks