1985 ford starter problems?

(2010-05-30 13:34:18) 1. wolfman Says: my 1985 ford f150 351 windsor ho starter is hiting the flywheel at 16th of an inch witch rounds the teath off the starter you can nit shim it for it is a direct drive stater system2. mdk68gto, ase certified m tech Says: it could be time to replace the flywheel (flex plate) or at least look at the pinion gear on the starter. if it is worn that would do it.3. Trenton R Says: its a ford get used to it almost everyone i have had with a 302 or 351 has had this problem there ****** junk the only way to fix it is to buy a new one and a flywheel or flexplate.4. John Says: Since you have tried multiple starters and flywheels, it appears the mounting area of the starter may need to be worked on a bit so that you can change the actual position the starter bolts up. The starter itself may also need some adjustment. It isn't clear from your post how the starter and flywheel teeth are lining up but adjust accordingly so that you can change the relationship in the correct direction. Another thing to check is that the flywheel is on correctly. Could it be shimmed? Tag: 1985 ford starter problems?