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Starters - LUCAS: Overhaul: Reassembly

  1. Ensure that all parts are clean and reverse disassembly procedure. See Figure and Figure for assembly order.
  2. On pre-engaged models, set pinion movement after assembling starter. Connect small center terminal of solenoid unit to a 12-volt battery with switch and jumper wire. Connect other terminal of battery to one of the solenoid mounting screws. Close switch and note distance between pinion and thrust washer on armature shaft extension.
  3. Correct clearance should be 0.005 - 0.015" (0.127 - 0.381 mm). To adjust clearance, loosen eccentric pin securing nut and turn pivot pin to obtain proper clearance. Tighten pivot pin locking nut.
    Fig 1: Lucas Starter Solenoid
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STARTER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Model No Load Test (1) Lock Test
Amps. RPM Amps. Volts Torque
M35J 65 8, 000-10, 000 350-375 (1) over 7 ft. lbs.
M45 100 5, 000-7, 000 940 (1) over 29 ft. lbs.
2M100 40 6, 000 463 (1) over 14.4 ft. lbs.
3M100 100 5, 000-6, 000 940 (1) over 29 ft. lbs.
(1) Use 12 volt fully charged battery.