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Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by wingnut63, Apr 26, 2013.

  1. wingnut63

    wingnut63 New Member

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    threw the chain on 550 maxim...it hit the starter got hung up between case and sprocket cracked the mounting ears....now i have a clunk cluck loud knock in trans somewhere it seems any ideas where should i go from here..thanks
     
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    750E-II_29Rbloke Active Member

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    Damaged the output shaft bearing?
     
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    Start by removing the starter; it's constantly engaged. If it's sitting crooked, that could be the whole issue.

    Did it break the starter mounting ears off the transmission housing? You may end up looking for a new motor so diagnosing this one might not be worth it. If you bent the transmission output shaft, it definitely isn't.
     
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    output shaft? that sounds bad...i have another motor to swap if you guys think thats the trick....stater mounts did break off the case
     
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    If your starter mounts broke, then it isn't worth fixing. Time for a motor swap. Keep your bad motor for the parts. Since you threw the chain, it might be time for a new chain and sprockets. Make sure you regularly check your chain and sprockets so that it doesn't happen again.
     
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    Or been adjusted to tight. Or just a weak link. Lots of possibilites. I still want that chain though :)
     
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