[SEL] Allis Chalmers Starter

[R and E Freeman]

I think whether you can  straighten it or not depends on where it id bent.
Take it out and spin it between centres in a lathe or even mount it in a
couple of V blocks. Use a dial gauge to find where the bend is
Ray Freeman

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Sent: Saturday, 27 August 2005 2:54 PM
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Subject: [SEL] Allis Chalmers Starter

Hi Guys
We have decided to resurrect the Allis Chalmers 6 volt starting system
(Damaged at some earlier stage by someone applying 12 volts to system) and
have acquired a new 6V battery. The starter was supposedly overhauled by
someone, but appears to have a bent shaft as it will only rotate slowly (off
the tractor, on the bench). If I slacken the 2 through bolts until only just
snug, motor frees up and rotates fast.I have checked end float..all ok. I
have linished the 2 shaft bearing surfaces..plenty of clearance.

Has anyone had any success straightening bent starter shafts? 
Brian Taylor
Publicity Officer
Hervey Bay Historical Village & Museum
13 Zephyr St.
Scarness  QLD
Australia
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