Lets Fix the SEIZED Starter! 1988 Goldwing GL1500 Restoration Pt 13

Hey Guys! Octane Restorations back here with another Motorcycle restoration! Today we have a 1988 Goldwing GL1500 in the shop that has been sitting for over a decade. This is actually a motorcycle I bought for myself and plan on riding after I get it running! Today's video is the thirteenth step in that process, fixing the seized starter. Thanks for watching, please consider liking and subscribing if you enjoyed the video!
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[@chrisbaker854]

Way to use what you have! The alligator clips worked like a charm!

[@octanerestorations]

They really did! Thank you very much!

[@JohnStruemph]

Thanks again for doing these!

[@octanerestorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheMamonti1]

Another high octane video.... I use to have an alternator shop I could get any parts but now (like most) he retired... I want to rebuild both the starter and alternator but haven't found any kits... any idea(s)? as for installing brushes.... I drill a small hole in the end of the brush holder.. make sure no birrs.. then pull the brush back past the hole and slide a pin (rivet, drill bit) in the hole. it holds the brushes.. then once its together just remove the pins and you're done.

[@octanerestorations]

Thank you for the kind words! I do not have any idea's on kits to rebuild them. This goldwing is an 88 and it has the different starter than the other years, I figure I could use the brushes on the starter plate and solder them on if I wear out these brushes! But as far as kits go I am not aware of any, hopefully my local shop can rebuild them. That's a great idea, I really wish I would've thought of that! I have seen videos on people winding alternators, it is definitely a lost art. I personally have not done it, but I might try if mine ever go out!

[@TheMamonti1]

@@octanerestorations Maybe take the brushes & bearings to your local shop and see what they match with... that's what I did with my alternator guy.. once we found its twin I would write down the number(s) and share it on forums...... unfortunately I haven't found any posts with this info and since I live in Pa. alternator shops are like hens teeth so I'm out of luck!! BTW mine is an 88 also.

[@octanerestorations]

@@TheMamonti1www.partzilla.com/product/honda/31203-MT8-008?titan_sku=31203-MT8-008 That is the plate I stole the springs off of, and it has 2 brushes attached. I did find an alternator brush and it says it would work on an 88! www.partzilla.com/product/honda/31101-MN5-005