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    Taking apart starter solenoid

    Just finished freshening up my starter motor but couldnt get the solenoid apart to refurb it so I replaced it. Still would like to figure out how to get it open. This version on my m3 has no screws, just a crimp. I bent it out but the cap still won't budge. Just curious if anyone has gotten it open.
    "I'd probably take the E30 M3 in this case just because I love that little car, and how tanky that inline 6 is." - thecj

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    #2
    I was able to get mine open but it could, and most likely is, a different version than your M3.

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      #3
      I think the crimp goes all the way around. I may have to pry the rim out all the way around...it won't be pretty. Found new aftermarket replacements for $30. May not be worth messing with but I will anyway.

      Last edited by reelizmpro; 05-15-2013, 12:54 AM.
      "I'd probably take the E30 M3 in this case just because I love that little car, and how tanky that inline 6 is." - thecj

      85 323i M TECH 1 S52 - ALPINEWEISS/SCHWARZE
      88 M3 - LACHSSILBER/SCHWARZE
      89 M3 - ALPINEWEISS II/M TECH CLOTH-ALCANTARA
      91 M TECHNIC CABRIO TURBO - MACAOBLAU/M TECH CLOTH-LEATHER

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        #4
        Yup mine was much easier to take apart. There is not much in there, just a solenoid coil and bolt. I opted to just replace.
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