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Starters - LUCAS: Overhaul: Reassembly

Ensure that all parts are clean and reverse disassembly procedure, using new lock ring and spire nut. Lightly lubricate bearing surfaces and pivot pin. Armature end play should be adjusted to maximum end play of 0.010" (0.25 mm) by driving retaining ring (spire nut) to proper position.

Fig 1: Lucas Starter Solenoid
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STARTER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Model No Load Test (1) Lock Test
Amps. RPM Amps. Volts Torque
2M100 100 6, 000 463 (1) 14.4 ft. lbs.
3M100          
  XJ6 100 5, 000-6, 000 940 (1) 29.0 ft. lbs.
  TR8 65 6, 000 545 (1) 16.5 ft. lbs.
M35J 65 8, 000-10, 000 350-375 (1) 7 ft. lbs.
(1) Use 12 volt fully charged battery.