[supramad77]

Guys I have developed a intermitent starting fault. The battery is fine and all the connections are fine so I am thinking it is a starter motor problem. It starts most of the time but once in every two or three efforts it just goes clunk.
Anyone got any ideas.

 

[82MKIILtype]

Sounds like burnt out brushes in your starter motor.

 

[sloopercat]

This ought to go in a FAQ section. The solenoid connections go bad on these cars. You can renew them yourself, but they are a bit tricky to work on.

 

[supra_toy]

brushes, super easy to fix. It will get worse

will

 

[supramad77]

My local mechanic said it looks like the starter motor is on the way out. Thanks for the imput guys.

 

[supra_toy]

I've got one if ya need it... Try the brushes first if that could be the problem it's not only eazy but cheeper too

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will

 

[supramad77]

Will, if the brushes have worn out where do I get the repalcements from?
I have got a contact in Cornwall where I get second hand parts from so I may get one from him. Looks like it a real pain to get at as there not much room in there. Thanks for the offer but I am guessing you are in the US and I am moving house next week so It's better if I don't have any long distance deals going on at the moment.

 

[supra_toy]

Sorry diden't notice you were across the pond

The brushes are a standard item your local toyota parts dep should have them. My Step dad owns a auto shop and got them for me but you should be able to find them.

best of luck.

will