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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 01:29 PM
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installed a new starter today. this is what I pulled off. it still works but is loud and slow on the first crank. date coded "07 7"

date on my door says 5-97
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 01:47 PM
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Looks OEM. Take it apart and see what's wrong with it. Was it coated in engine oil?
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 01:50 PM
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yes. it has been covered in engine oil for I don't know how many years.
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 01:57 PM
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Probably why it failed. Take it apart. It's simple and fun!!
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 02:06 PM
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I will when I get some free time.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 02:05 AM
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Made in Japan.

Wonder where your new one was made?
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 05:50 AM
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China

a friend hooked me up on the starter and was kind enough to peel the sticker off.
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