New for 2010. Come join in - ask questions and get some real answers.The Starter Motor
Below is a layout of all the common parts used in the modern starter motor.
Components
| 1 | Internal Bush | 7 | Magnet Field Housing |
| 2 | Front Housing | 8 | Planitary Gear Cap |
| 3 | Pinion | 9 | Armature |
| 4 | Clutch | 10 | Motor Terminal |
| 5 | Solenoid | 11 | Brush Box & Brushes |
| 6 | Planetary Gears |
Drive Plate / Ring Gear / Flex Plate
This is the drive plate, flex plate ring gear or flywheel. This is what the starter motor engauges to turn the engine over. |
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