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How to Replace a Starter Solenoid Your car’s engine is most vulnerable to damage during startup but the one component that suffers the greatest amount of strain is the engine starter. Think abou … read more

How to Check an Alternator This test is a simple way to determine the condition of your; alternator and battery. Some newer vehicles may have computer controlled charging systems, and may need additio … read more

Bench Testing a Starter Without a Solenoid Bench testing a starter is a very simple procedure, especially if you already have the starter off the vehicle. This is an off-vehicle test so you need to re … read more

Bench Testing a Single Post Starter With Bendix (No Solenoid) Bench testing your starter is a great way to determine if there is a problem with the starter. This is a fairly simple test to do, but fir … read more

How to Test a Single Post DC Motor This test will work for any 12 volt, single post, DC motor. Before you test your motor, you will need to remove it from the vehicle. What You Will Need Battery Jump … read more

Basic Guide to Bench Testing a Starter Bench testing your starter is a great way to determine if there is a problem with the starter. It is a fairly simple procedure to do, especially if you already h … read more

Watercraft Maintenance Tips February is halfway over and there’s still a bit of time left before Winter goes away for another year, but if you’re planning to take to the open water as soon … read more

How to Test a 3-Post Bi-Directional Motor This test will work for any three-post, bi-directional motor. Before you test your motor, you will need to remove it from the vehicle. Watch the full How … read more

Bench Testing a Golf Cart Starter Generator (SKU 15421N) This test will work for  SKU 15421N. This is an off-vehicle test, so you need to remove the starter generator from the golf cart. Before y … read more

How to Test a 2-Wire Permanent Magnet Trim Motor This test will work for any 12-volt, 2 wire,  permanent magnet trim motor. First, use the images below to accurately identify what type of motor y … read more