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JimBob45506
Dodge Dakota
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4/15/2005
19:09:52
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 Subject: Starter won't loosen from block
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I am replacing the starter on my 95 Dakota, 5.2L, 4x4. I have the retaining nut and bolt removed; however, the starter is still "frozen" to the block. I expected it to come loose since the two retainers are all I can find holding it to the block.
I have tried striking the starter with a block of wood and gently prying on it. It won't budge. I fear the aluminum and steel have developed a "bond" around the lower retaining stud.
Anyone else run into this? Suggestions are appreciated! Thanks.
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.boB
Dodge Dakota
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4/15/2005
20:06:14
|  RE: Starter won't loosen from block
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That's unuasual in such a short period of time. Try spraying some PB Blaster around the joint and then what it with aboard again.
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corjunk
Dodge Dakota
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4/15/2005
21:45:06
| RE: Starter won't loosen from block
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just smack it with a b.f.h. if you are replacing it.
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athenianR/T
Dodge Dakota
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4/15/2005
21:45:32
| RE: Starter won't loosen from block
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you need a BFH. whack it a few times, it should loosen it. BFH= BIG F'n Hammer. ether that or try to kick over the engine with the retainers loose, that torque might jar it loose, but do it GENTLY>..don't wanna damage the flywheel!
The BFH method should work, I've had to do it a few times on this type of starter, I work as a tech, and overall, my fav tool is my five pound "beatin stick".. its gooten me out of a ton of sticky situations!
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jimbob45506
Dodge Dakota
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4/16/2005
15:32:35
|  RE: Starter won't loosen from block
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Update:
I had hoped to report I was able to loosen the starter by hammering, etc. Still stuck like it has another fastener some place. Tried all ideas I had. Even turning the engine over (with bolt and nut removed) didn't make any difference.
I will keep at it but I have never seen anything like this before.
Thanks for the replies and suggestions.
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