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JD Model 40 Starter

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Tony

03-19-2003 10:51:55




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I have a JD model 40 (I beleive it is a 1953). The starter quit working and I ordered and installed a new starter switch to no avail. My local JD dealer said that the starter is no longer available. Does anyone have any suggestions? I can fix most things on the tractor, but I am not very good with starters. A friend of mine thinks that it could be the brushes.




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Wayne in Tn.

03-19-2003 14:06:20




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 Re: JD Model 40 Starter in reply to Tony, 03-19-2003 10:51:55  
Tony, those models are known for the starter to (lock up) first try pecking on it with a hammer (not too hard) if that don't work - loosen the set screw on the right side and pull the starter out a little, then put it back on. If that don't work, you have starter, cable, or battery problems.



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Clooney

03-19-2003 12:54:39




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 Re: JD Model 40 Starter in reply to Tony, 03-19-2003 10:51:55  
Tony, before you criticize the starter see if the engine will turn over [either use a crank, or put it in 4th gear & pull it a little]. If the engine won't budge the starter is jammed in the flywheel teeth [a very common problem with the 40].... If it is locked up you have a few choices, try rocking the tractor while in gear [somewhat effective],,,or loosen the starter & pull [pry] it out then reinstall it [that usually works but is a pain],,,or stick a hand crank in it & use a bar on the crank [that usually works & is fairly easy],,,or remove the little dust shield under the flywheel & bar the flywheel around a little [that usually works good also].
~If the starter isn't jammed you either have a dead battery, poor battery cable connections, or a bad starter...

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F-I-T

03-19-2003 11:42:43




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 Re: JD Model 40 Starter in reply to Tony, 03-19-2003 10:51:55  
Tony:

On most of my old starters, I take them to a local starter/generator/alternator shop. They can do a great job for less than you might think. They'll turn the commutator so the new brushes make good contact, and it will probably spin better than before.

Check your phone book. I bet you'll find a shop nearby.

Frank-in-Tallahassee
70D // 855



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