Starter repair question

[oldblue51]

The starter in my 51 B3B was working but quit. It appears that the coil brush wiring connections are rubbing against the armature (due to loss of insulation I think). I don't see any way to fix this short of replacing the coils or having these re-insulated. Would welcome any suggestions.

[JBNeal]

I've had good luck with the local starter/alternator service. With the exception of a starter pinion clutch shearing apart, no problems since they dismantled, cleaned & replaced brushes & bushings for $60 over 10 years ago. The guy who owned the place took one look at my starter and knew it came off of a 50s Dodge (late 40s actually). He had the tools & equipment to test, and his turnaround time was a couple of days.

[Don Coatney]

If you elect to do your own repairs I had good luck getting brushes from these folks. To check for wear the last picture is the measurement of a new brush.

[Dave72dt]

You might be able to slide some shrink tubing over the leads for insulation.