12v 2H starter brushes

[Tofudebeest]

I replaced the plunger and contacts. The brushes looked OK (not that I really knew what I was looking at). Ground (new cable) is nice and solid (to the frame).

About 1 in 20 or 1 in 30 start ups, I get nothing. Whack the starter with a hammer and it kicks in and starts normally.

So, presumably it is the brushes, right?

Radd does not have them, nor does 4WheelAuto. I know better than to try G&S, (not that there's anything wrong with those guys, they just will not have it). No for SOR. I left an email for Neil at RooDogs (in Oz). Private parts does not have 'em.

I surely can't use the brushes from a 2F or 3FE starter...

Other than taking it to an electricial motor shop, what can I do or where can I go?

Anyone?

 

[Chang-kuao-lo]

flat spot on armature? 2H replacement brushes Toyota #28140‑77090 punch it in here ~$90: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=searchCatalogOEM&siteid=214074

 

[rchalmers3]

flat spot on armature? 2H replacement brushes Toyota #28140‑77090 punch it in here ~$90: ToyotaPartSales.com

HOLY COW! Hunert bucks for brushes!

I humbly suggest looking through a NAPA catalog for brushes you can adapt to your needs. You might get lucky and find some that are a direct fit. Or you can buy some that are too big and file them down.

Or visit a alt/starter rebuilder. Take your dis-assembled starter with you in either case to test fit the candidates.

I can buy brushes here for $12 and I think that's too high!! Heck, it's compressed carbon dust, for gosh sakes.

Later, man

Rick

 

[Tofudebeest]

I know the part number. Trouble is finding a vendor...

I think a rebuilder in in my near future...

 

[Chang-kuao-lo]

Total rebuild on a gear reduction starter ~$200 - $300.

 

[lynchmob]

I know the part number. Trouble is finding a vendor...

I think a rebuilder in in my near future...

find a local auto electric rebuilder. A lot of them sell parts as well. I can get most parts here from 2-3 shops and they are usually in stock. Ive bought alternator brushes, regulators, and all parts for starter rebuild.
If you cant find someone I can send you a number to call

 

[Tofudebeest]

Wrong corner of the continent, but thanks for the offer.

 

[Tofudebeest]

Neil (RooDogs4WD) replied this morning.
Home - Roo Dogs 4WD and 2WD Spares - Great Prices and Service To Keep You On The Road

$30 AUD ($22.50 USD), shipped!!!
I sent him $30 USD, just for the gratitude.

I love my Canadian vendors, but sometimes, going to Neil is the way to go.