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Starter motor gasket

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Hi all.........I'm replacing the starter motor on my t25. I've been told that it is not necessary to fit a gasket. Can anyone enlighten me please? Thanks.

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There isn't a gasket


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Mine doesn't have a gasket.
Actually, if I think about it, the starter motor needs to be earthed through the engine, so a gasket would insulate it and the van wouldn't start.
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Don't forget to fit a new bush while your at it.
https://www.brickwerks.co.uk/bush-t3-st ... l?___SID=U" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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T3luestar wrote:Don't forget to fit a new bush while your at it.
https://www.brickwerks.co.uk/bush-t3-st ... l?___SID=U" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Thanks all for your replies. What's the best way to get the bush out and refit the new one?

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Izzi wrote:
T3luestar wrote:Don't forget to fit a new bush while your at it.
https://www.brickwerks.co.uk/bush-t3-st ... l?___SID=U" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Thanks all for your replies. What's the best way to get the bush out and refit the new one?

An M12 tap. make sure it tapers down a bit on the end, or it won't bite. It's fiddly, so be prepared to get frustrated..!! :shock:
Failing that, you can leave it in and get a starter motor that doesn't need a bush, but they are the `high torque` variety and are a bit more expensive.
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Thanks guys for that help. Appreciate it!

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A bit more info on the bush removal here.... https://club8090.co.uk/wiki/Pe ... sh_removal" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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The 12mm tap works brilliantly in getting the bush out


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