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Technical 1950 Chevy Starter help

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Devin1950, Oct 27, 2018.

  1. Devin1950
    Joined: Oct 27, 2018
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    Devin1950
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    from Howell, MI

    I need to pull the starter out of my 1950 216 Chevy deluxe. I've located the two bolts and I'm having trouble getting a wrench into the top bolt location. Very small opening to the bolt. Anyone have any tips? Thanks
     
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  2. gimpyshotrods
    Joined: May 20, 2009
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    gimpyshotrods
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    Socket, two extensions, ratchet.
     
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  3. Devin1950
    Joined: Oct 27, 2018
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    Devin1950
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    from Howell, MI

    Ok thanks I'll try that.
     
  4. Wesa
    Joined: Jul 17, 2015
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    Wesa
    Member
    from Finland

    It was pain on the ***, but you can do it.
     
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  5. Devin1950
    Joined: Oct 27, 2018
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    Devin1950
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    from Howell, MI

    I got the starter out and replaced the starter drive, got it back in. A socket won't fit in there, there's an offset, the nut is kinda behind the starter body. Anyhow, I grinded down the sides of an 11/16 wrench so it would fit and turn and 30 min later, success! She starts great now. Thanks for the nudge.
     
  6. Mr48chev
    Joined: Dec 28, 2007
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    Back when changing those in a shop was a daily occurrence "starter wrenches" were pretty common. I'd go with what Devin1950 Suggested and modify a wrench to do the job and then stash it in the box so you have it if you need it again.
     
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