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Starter tool
Posted: Tue Nov 18, 2025 11:21 pm
by Bill_qaz
Maybe of interest. I have no connection to seller
https://ebay.us/m/ZWFT1y
Re: Starter tool
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2025 7:44 am
by ndevans
Presumably this is to compress the spring in the Bendix gear?
Re: Starter tool
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2025 8:07 am
by svenedin
ndevans wrote: ↑Wed Nov 19, 2025 7:44 am
Presumably this is to compress the spring in the Bendix gear?
Yes it compresses the Bendix spring which enables the Bendix assembly to be safely removed from the starter motor. This is a useful tool to have as stuck Bendix gear is often caused by dirt and oil contamination. In order to clean up the Bendix assembly properly it must be removed from the starter motor. Improvised methods for compressing the spring are dangerous and should not be attempted.
Stephen
Re: Starter tool
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2025 9:41 am
by geoberni
Yes, and that is the correct one for the spring on the Minor Starter.
Last year on here, Phil clarified the correct part number, because there are 2 sizes:
viewtopic.php?p=701943#p701943
Re: Starter tool
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2025 5:53 pm
by philthehill
I can again clarify those number as I have both the JWP376 and the JWP366 versions with dedicated spanners attached and in very good condition original Sykes Pickavant branded boxes.
Re: Starter tool
Posted: Wed Nov 19, 2025 6:25 pm
by svenedin
Having one of the these tools enabled me to go on Minors on Tour when I might not have made it. The starter jammed and when I removed the starter motor it was clear that the Bendix was sticking. I didn't have a spare good starter so disassembled the Bendix gear having used the spring compressor to compress the spring so that I could remove the circlip. After everything was cleaned up and degreased, then lubricated with dry PTFE lubricant we were good to go to France!
Stephen