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Old 17-09-2009, 07:01 PM   #1
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hey all,

Not sure how to describe this, but my xr8 has developed an interesting rattle.
Its only when ya first hit the key, soon as she starts i think its the starter motor, kinda makes a noise like someone spinning a dry bearing or something. I had one guy suggest it could be the bushes are dry. Is it worth pulling this starter apart or just buying a new one ($140). Keeping in mind the car has done 203,000km now

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Old 17-09-2009, 07:17 PM   #2
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I have brand new starters i can sell you for $100.00
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Old 17-09-2009, 09:37 PM   #3
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sounds like the problem i had with my au3 xr8, its the starter motor not disengaging when the engine starts quick enough because the mechanism is sticking. i think its caused by dust from clutch wear. i unbolted the starter and basically shock the dust out of the mechanism. has worked for a couple of months but does it somethine now. not sure whether its meant to be lubricated with a dry lube or just be dry. hope this helps.
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Old 18-09-2009, 11:42 PM   #4
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id be interested to find out more about this noise sounds like the same noise im hearing. exactly the noise i hear when i kick her over too. but once shes running no noise.
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