56 starter solenoid hangs

[jim schultz]

I just rebuilt the solenoid for my 56 and occasionally(pretty frequently) sticks in the ring gear and doesnt return. I have to disconnect the battery to get it to stop turning over. Turning the key off doesnt stop it. There's an adjustment link on the solenoid, but I am not sure how to set it correctly, other than just randomly change it. Anyone have any experience on this problem.

[Mike McKown]

Re: 56 starter solenoid hangs

Sounds like the disc is arcing and sticking to the battery cable stud causing the starter to continue to run.

[jim schultz]

Re: 56 starter solenoid hangs

I suppose it could be doing this but why, the posts and the disc was all bright and shiny when I put it together and it stuck the second time I started the car.

[Roy B.]

Re: 56 starter solenoid hangs

Recheck your rebuilt, that the little spring was put in right, the link adjustment determines how far the gear is engaged to the flywheel , try shortening it.

[Don B.]

Re: 56 starter solenoid hangs

The starter on my '56 was just rebuilt by a local shop and the link from the solenoid to the lever is positioned on the hole furtherest from the lever pivot. I have a picture, but not sure how to insert it in this response. I don't have the problem you're experiencing.
Don