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9N'er

03-16-2003 03:23:24

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I have a starter post that is stripped pretty good and somewhat bent. I 'heard' that there is an item that can fit over a starter post that 'clamps tight' the cable to it. It's a temporary fix but I need to find one. I don't want to pull the starter and replace the post just yet. I would re-thread it, but I don't want to bend it straight again, in case it should snap off.

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souNdguy

03-16-2003 19:23:26

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

Since it is copper.. you might try gently heating it with a propane torch to straighten it.. then hit it with some flux and a bit of solder to fill in some of the low spots.. but not much.. then thread the nut on.. the solder is soft and should grove fairly easily into threads...

Soundguy

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Bob

03-16-2003 13:37:16

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

How many stud extenders would you like... 5/16", coarse or fine thread? I've got a whole box of 'em! Email if interested.

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pat

03-16-2003 08:52:28

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

wow a senior moment there,,, also try to use a slightly smaller nut with the washers,, almost like cutting new threads,,
pat

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pat

03-16-2003 08:50:23

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

I know what you are talking about too, I have used them a long time ago on a ford pick up truck I had ,, wow, I am only 40 and it sounds like so long agao when I think about it,, sorry,, haha,, but they used to have them, and then last year I needed it and knew what I was talking about,, but the "new" parts guys had no idea,, I ended up eventually getting a new starter rebuilt, but did get by with the fix like what was stated ,, with washers hope it helps, but I dont think it did probably,, they used to make them tho,, huh?? a new business idea????
pat

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Keith G.

03-16-2003 07:10:49

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

I have used them in the past. Haven't had the need for one lately. I is basicly a copper bolt with a long head that's threaded internally so it screws on whats left of your stud giving you a new post.

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Barnstormer

03-16-2003 07:07:17

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

I purchased from my local generator repair shop a "post extender" if you will. I put a nut down on the starter bolt and then cut off the rest. Remove the nut and thread this "extender" onto the remaining starter bolt. Put the clean and shiney cable onto the "extender" and a new nut.
This does require that the remaining threads on the starter bolt are still good. I usually find that the stripped threads are in the middle to top. HTH

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ZANE

03-16-2003 05:38:41

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

Unless you have something that you can weld copper with you won't be able to replace only the terminal connection on the starter even if you take it apart. The terminal is welded to the field windings and solder will simply melt off if you try it. Been there done that!

The only good way to fix it is to replace the field windings which will have a new post on them.

Actually the best thing to do is go to an auto parts store like NAPA and buy a rebuilt one. Or you might even be able to buy one from the sponcors of this site. Look over to the left side and click on tractor parts.

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Charles(Mo)

03-16-2003 04:06:11

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

I think Salmoneye is talking about a "ground rod clamp". That might work, but I think it might be to big for your situation.

There is another type of clamp, called "split-bolt" " kearney" or "power connector". It comes in different sizes, and what it is, is a bronze bolt with a slot cut down through the threads with a nut on the end. You slip the wires into the slot and tighten down the nut.
It is also available at you hardware store.

But these fixes are temporary, probably only good for 10 to 20 years. (grin)

Charles

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Salmoneye

03-16-2003 03:52:51

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

You talking about a brass cble clamp like they use to attach the cable from a lightning rod to a ground rod?

Looks like a wallowed out doughnut with a bolt through one side...Comes in various sizes...You just slip the doughnut around the post, slide the cable or wire down in along the rod, and then tighten the bolt...

That it?...If so they are available at a hardware store near you...

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raytasch

03-16-2003 03:31:02

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Re: Does this part exist? in reply to 9N'er, 03-16-2003 03:23:24

Never heard of what you speak. I have successfully installed a couple washers under the battery cable and that moved the cable out to a new section of threads on the post. Just be careful when you tighten the nut so as to not strip it again as you probably will have a couple threads to work with. When you tighten the nut down try to get the cable positioned so there is no strain on it. Good luck,
ray

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