David Collingbourne

A public note of thanks to all for your help and insights on here. So, turns out the starter motor is an inertia one, similar to the one in the link in John D's post above. I managed to get the motor out (a tad fiddly, needed to jack the car and move the petrol supply) and it ta-da, was sticky as Clive suspected - maybe an oil residue? Got it clean (not quite as clean as the one in John D's post above), but close - WD and then petrol. Maybe it's possible to take the spring mechanism apart to clean the parts separately? Pretty strong springs though and not sure how they'd go back! The car fired up first time, without issue. So again, thanks all, it was indeed a learning process and I think my late-pa (who completely re-furbished the car) would have been proud that I avoided a garage. The electrical thread is helpful too and all noted, so thanks for that also.

Splendid, thank you Clive, I'll give it a try.... very kind !

Hi Club T I tried to start my Herald 13/60 today and the starter motor would not engage. It whirs/spins, but doesn't turn over the engine. The car bump-started easily, but the issue is still there with the starter motor. Is it a replacement? Refurbishment? Is it easy to do, i.e. me, with very little mechanical experience? Any help/guidance most welcome. With kind regards

Thanks Clive, very helpful, I've sent a note to both. JY is not too far away.

PS I'm in South Bucks... and apologies for the typo in the header...

Dear Club Triumph. I've recently inherited a 1968 Herald 13/60 which my late father completely restored, including re-painting. It's in pristine condition (engine/chassis etc.) but could do with a re-spray by someone who'll do it properly. Does anyone on here have recommendations? Many thanks for your help.