Starter Options

[blaine beaven]

Hello all. My starter adaptor on my 1978J decided to stop starting today, while I was away from home. The bendix will not engage, and the motor just whirs. Was eventually able to get it started by hand and flew home. 
 

Reviewing the logs, it looks like it might be the original starter. From looking at it, there is a Kelly Aerospace tag on the adaptor and MagnaFlight logo on the motor body. 
 

I am expecting I will simply have to replace. I haven’t had to buy a starter for a plane in a long time. What do people recommend? I know there are some light weight options - are they worth it? 
 

Thank you in advance for everyone’s insight. 
 

Blaine 

[ArtVandelay]

The lightweight Skytech starters are popular, I’ve had mix results, my 1st one lasted only about 5 years, my AP says that’s normal these days.

[PT20J]

Technically, starter adapters are a Continental engine thing, but we knew what you meant.  I've got a Sky-Tech 149NL that has been good for 500 hrs so far.

 

[PT20J]

Also, you might try lubricating the shaft with silicone spray -- maybe it's just stuck.

[blaine beaven]

1 hour ago, PT20J said:

Also, you might try lubricating the shaft with silicone spray -- maybe it's just stuck.

That was attempted - no dice. 

[LANCECASPER]

2 hours ago, blaine beaven said:

Hello all. My starter adaptor on my 1978J decided to stop starting today, while I was away from home. The bendix will not engage, and the motor just whirs. Was eventually able to get it started by hand and flew home. 
 

Reviewing the logs, it looks like it might be the original starter. From looking at it, there is a Kelly Aerospace tag on the adaptor and MagnaFlight logo on the motor body. 
 

I am expecting I will simply have to replace. I haven’t had to buy a starter for a plane in a long time. What do people recommend? I know there are some light weight options - are they worth it? 
 

Thank you in advance for everyone’s insight. 
 

Blaine 

 

If you are looking for lightweight,  the SkyTec 149NL 12volt should work on yours.   https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/inlinelycoming_07-00762.php

[Ragsf15e]

1 minute ago, LANCECASPER said:

Starter adaptor on a J (Lycoming)??         Continentals use starter adaptors.  

If you are looking for lightweight,  the SkyTec 149NL 12volt should work on yours.   https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/inlinelycoming_07-00762.php

I have that one and it’s been fine for 9 years and about 800 hours.  Hope i didn’t just jinx myself.

[Beard]

I too installed a SkyTec about 6 years ago. No problems and I love it.