Starter motor

[johnbirchjar]

Hi Guys,The starter motor on the Classic sounds like it is "slipping" and a bit "graunchy" ,any ideas?(not the battery,It's fully charged)J.B.

[Dell Boy]

Hello John, Sounds like the starter sprag clutch is failing. Does it just spin without engaging the engine?Derek.

[johnbirchjar]

Hi Dell,No,The problem only occurs when the engine is realy cold,like when it's been stood for a couple of weeks,it sounds ok when the engine is warm, J.B.

[Dell Boy]

Hello John,I still think it is the sprag clutch. In my experience it is always worst when really cold.Derek.

[johnbirchjar]

I bowe to your superier knowledge,and if this is the case,is it noticable when the engine striped down for repairs?J.B.