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Old 03-09-2008, 06:25 PM
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Angry I let the smoke out!

My starter smoked, yea,does anyone know where to get the best deal on a good starter. thanks for the input!!!!!
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I'd be interested to know too, even though my starter is currently fine. I went through 3 remanufactured starters on one vehicle once before I got one that actually cranked the engine properly. I was REALLY sick of the underside of that RV by that point.
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i don't know if this is possible in your situation but check this out

Rebuild your starter:
https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/d...d.php?t=141395

might be cheaper i have not read thought it. just seen when browsing though the sticky.
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OH yeah its cheaper. Cost me $30 for a total rebuild.
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Take a look here. http://www.fostertruck.com/dodge/default.htm
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You know, in the digital world, IC's have magic smoke in them. When you let the smoke out the chip loses it's magic and will no longer work. I guess that starters are the same.
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Originally Posted by sparky 12valver
My starter smoked, yea,does anyone know where to get the best deal on a good starter. thanks for the input!!!!!
Look in the phone book for a local Electric motor rebuilders shop. If you can find one of those they can be 1/2 the price of a parts stors and probly a better rebuild.
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