Thread: TD5 starter motor removal: Tool recommendations?

Wobble bar.....

A whole lot of swearing. That was my experience at least. I did wonder if a deeper than standard socket might have helped also.

Originally Posted by Slunnie

A whole lot of swearing. That was my experience at least. I did wonder if a deeper than standard socket might have helped also.

Swearing already included. I think it’s the most frustrating job on the entire car. Apart from the alternator, fuel cooler, etc..

1/4” drive wobble bar and it will be out in minutes.

No word of a lie, I can pull it out, replace contacts and refit in under 30 min.

Originally Posted by Tins

Swearing already included. I think it’s the most frustrating job on the entire car. Apart from the alternator, fuel cooler, etc..

Nothing is straight forward on them! When I was replacing the injector O-ring and washer the other week, I really didn't expect to be pulling the headlights out.

Important is to have the proper lenght extension, you can get the ideea by watching this How to remove Td5 defender starter motor - YouTube

Originally Posted by Tombie

1/4” drive wobble bar and it will be out in minutes.

No word of a lie, I can pull it out, replace contacts and refit in under 30 min.

Going to be in Geelong anytime soon, Mike?

Seriously though, I was removing one from my donor engine/trans, out of the car. I seriously think I would have broken a 1/4" drive on it. Luckily, the one IN the car has been out recently, so maybe it won't be that tight. I had to use the gas axe in the other one once it had rounded.

Originally Posted by Slunnie

A whole lot of swearing. That was my experience at least. I did wonder if a deeper than standard socket might have helped also.

I'm fairly sure that's what I did, but it'll depend on what length your extensions etc are. Definitely want to be using a 3/8 or 1/8 extension+ ratchet tho. When I do it next time I'm planning on cutting a deep socket down so I've got the perfect length to get the ratchet in the gap.