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[in2trux]

I'm looking to replace the starter before cold weather sets in. I'd like any feedback on the Denso starters vs. Delco 39MT.

Since the overhaul it's been a little slower cranking and firing up. (higher compression)
Occasionally it will just click, so I'm thinking the solenoid is going.
The Delco that's in there now hasn't been replaced since we bought the truck, 4 fresh 1050 cca batteries. I haven't done a voltage drop or amp draw test yet, just going to do it and be done with it for another 3 years. Starter relay will be replaced also.

[hhow55]

Interesting you ask, I'm on the third 39mt within 90 day's. What was originally installed, was a 42mt from the factory and it lasted 16 year's. I know this because it had some green paint on it, that is the same color as the truck. The first one failed one week after install. then the second one failed just 2 weeks ago. the one in there now is beginning to click just like the 2 other's. I'm beginning to pull my hair out over this ridiculous situation, especially since i wanted a 42mt installed initially, but i listened to the shop owner advice telling me it was an upgrade. I also learned that all the 39mt's are made in MEXICO OR CHINA, and became very upset about this. I now have a 42mt delco, which is by the way remanufactured in oregon, and i hope this work's out much more favorable. I will at least be contributing to the welfare of an AMERICAN WORKER.

[in2trux]

I'm going to get a local shop that has been doing it for 35 years to reman.
I'll look for a 42mt core.
Just wondering if anybody has tried the Denso. It needs to start when you turn the key.

[hhow55]

http://www.delcoremy.com/MediaLibraries/...manual.pdf
This may be of help to other's.

[simon999]

I had problem with 39mt reman that failed solenoid after a month. Then I put new 39mt (about $100 more than reman)and now I have it about a year. No problems so far.

[hhow55]

Do you know about the cummins prelube starter?

[Brock]

(10-06-2016 )hhow55 Wrote:  Do you know about the cummins prelube starter?

Why the f$%k have I never heard of this??? Is anyone using it?

This needs to be on my trucks asap!

[Hammerhead]

(10-06-2016 )hhow55 Wrote:  Do you know about the cummins prelube starter?

Didn't your momma tell you it's not nice to tease your fellow drivers?

(10-06-2016 )Brock Wrote:  Why the f$%k have I never heard of this??? Is anyone using it?

This needs to be on my trucks asap!

I second...

[hhow55]

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