Starter Rebuild

[broc5k]

Any '98 I30 owners here tackled this? Local Infiniti dealerships are closed today so I can't call to see if I can get a rebuild kit, but does anyone know if they sell them? I've recently had starter problems to the point where whacking it with a hammer won't do the trick much longer. If I take it out and give everything a good cleaning, will that buy me some time until I can track down a rebuild kit?

[broc5k]

Well, I managed to pull the starter (which turned out not to be too difficult at all), however once I got it out I realized I don't have the right sized wrench to take the two bolts off of the back housing. Dammit. I cleaned it up a bit and bolted it back on, now she's at least starting up a bit faster for now. Bought me some time at least.

If I can get a hold of the right wrench and a rebuild kit, I'm thinking of doing a step by step picture guide. I figured it's the least I could do, you guys have helped me out so much on here it'd be nice to contribute for a change

[loystock]

There is no rebuild kit needed. All you have to do is dis-assemble it and clean the front/mechanical side thoroughly and then apply white lithium grease. The back/electrical side needs to be cleaned thoroughly with contact cleaner. I have done this on both I30s we have and both starters are doing great.

[broc5k]

That's great to hear! Is there anything specifically that shouldn't be greased in the front, or is it all fair game?