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Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Topic started by: ksab on 26 March 2014, 22:17

Title: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 26 March 2014, 22:17

I have a problem with my 2.0l GTI, when i start the engine the starter motor makes a whirring/grinding noise which lasts about 2 seconds. I've done some research and it's quite a common apparently, And it means you either need to completely replace the SM or just take it off and give it a good clean and lube before putting it back in. Problem is i know nothing about cars/mechanics. So was wondering what i would be looking at to have this done by someone? I'm in Bristol if anyone can be recommended.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: Lewy on 26 March 2014, 22:36

£100 for the starter, and possibly another £100 to change it.

I would avoid Graham Batts near Temple Meads as their customer service and quality have taken a nose dive.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 26 March 2014, 22:46

Ok cheers, i think i might give my local garage a ring in Soundwell. I just wish i know more and could do this sort of stuff myself.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: barrym381 on 26 March 2014, 23:06

Quote from: ksab on 26 March 2014, 22:46

Ok cheers, i think i might give my local garage a ring in Soundwell. I just wish i know more and could do this sort of stuff myself.

look on youtube you will find a video showing you how to do it  :wink:

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 26 March 2014, 23:10

I had a look earlier but i still don't trust myself to do it. I'd rather start off with something a bit simpler.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: barrym381 on 26 March 2014, 23:17

Quote from: ksab on 26 March 2014, 23:10

I had a look earlier but i still don't trust myself to do it. I'd rather start off with something a bit simpler.

its a bit fiddly but sure you will manage or ask if there is a forum member local willing to help  :smiley:

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: Tezmax on 27 March 2014, 12:16

To be fair ksab if your going to start somewhere then a starter motor is perfect.

2 Bolts, 1 power cable and a electrical plug and its out. You cant really go wrong with it.

Look on youtube like Barry says and your 90% there.

Get yourself a pair of these as you will need them again owning a Golf :whistle:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-PAIR-OF-2-TONNE-METAL-CAR-RAMPS-BRAND-NEW-PAIR-/310652401556#ht_1684wt_811

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 28 March 2014, 09:29

You mkae it sound easy, maybe i'll have a look over the weekend. i think my main worry is putting it back together again. oh well. Trial and error i guess.
I'll check Vids on Youtube.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: joshstanvw on 28 March 2014, 14:31

It really is simple about an hour and a halls work if you have never done anything like it before if I was up that way I'd do it for I for a cuppa tea and buiscuits someone up there has got to be able to go and help

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 28 March 2014, 15:17

Aww cheers John, lol. We got tea & coffee and biscuits, Nice ones too. Milk Chocolate Digestives. Shame you're not closer. I might try and tackle it myself. I'll watch a few vids tonight and have a go tomorrow.

Title: Re: How much to change a Starter Motor in Bristol?
Post by: ksab on 28 March 2014, 18:33

I found a video on Youtube which pretty much shows the problem i have got and the reason my starter motor needs sorting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrKu8ra0NQA