[lzamp11]

I have a 316 with a B43 onan and need to replace the starter. Was wondering if I could just unbolt the engine and lift it without unbolting the driveshaft or would I have to disconnect it to get at the starter? Also was wondering if there was anyone willing to give me a hand as my eyes are shot.. Figured it wouldent hurt to ask.
Lou

 

[knottyrope]

yes you need to remove it

info here
http://www.wfmachines.com/discus/messages/335/79791.html

 

[Hammerdown-7]

Hello Lou
As forum member Knotty Rope has told you The engine has to come out to replace or service the starter. The bolt's that hold it in Place got up through the Oil Pan, so there really is not a way to get it off the engine without Removal of it. I don't know why John Deere did not Put Two hole's in the engine cradle Plate that is welding in Place between the frame rails of the 316's & 318's so that one could remove the starter attachment bolt's on an Onan engine ? It sure would have ben a good idea and would save a lot of time and labor to do so. If you need a replacement starter I would suggest that you get a hold of forum Onan Expert Boomer. They do sell a Re-Pop China made starter for the Onan's But, from what I have heard they are Short Lived and not dependable. Here is his contact information, He should have a Factory OEM Onan starter for your engine that will last much Longer than the Cheaply Made China Knock off one. When replacing the starter on an Onan engine be sure to check the starter gear to ring gear lash as an Incorrect lash setting in that area will cause Pre-Mature starter failure. I hope that it help's, Kurt

http://boomersonanparts.com/

 

[lzamp11]

Thanks for the help, I decided to have a quailified shop in my area do it and have the origenal starter rebuilt seeing as how time veres inexperince on my part and its a working tractor I need to have it done right. Much easer working on the k series kohlers but really prefer an onan for a working tractor.