jvandyke
True Classic
I tore my '81's starter down. For fun. I'm not very experienced but the solenoid "looks" okay. The brushes look totally shot and the commuter (where the brushes ride, correct word?) is worn down to flush. I seem to remember a minimum amount of clearance necessary here. I think you "can" cut down the section in between the metal to restore it, get new brushes, clean up and good to go.....but it probably isn't worth it? I am more prone to get a reman....ya think? see pictures here
http://gallery.me.com/jvandyke#100330&view=grid&bgcolor=black&sel=13
http://gallery.me.com/jvandyke#100330&view=grid&bgcolor=black&sel=13