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It is highly unlikely that the starter shaft is NOT bent after years of kick-backs, and unlikely that the babit nose is NOT worn out. A new bendix on a shot motor is only 1/2 a fix. Before trying to piecemeal things, test the shaft straightness and if straight, fit the new bendix to the starter and...

Thank you for that. I'll definitely check the shaft straightness and inspect the babbit tomorrow before parts purchase. If either of those show issues, I'll get the entire assembly.

Thanks again!
Bill M

Thanks for all the great responses!!! I really appreciate the info! I'll do my best to answer questions and address points. I'm still running 6 volts. The nose and body of the bendix gear does not look damaged, just kind of "naturally worn", but not bad for 100 years old!. The starter motor end of t...

Hi Everyone! I haven't been on the forum in along time but my T has been pretty trouble free until now! I have a 21 T, Depot Hack. I took it to a car show last weekend, and when I went to leave and hit the starter, the bendix jammed in the flywheel. Rocked it back and forth got it to pop out and was...