Having found the correct(?) starter I connected the cable: using a four inch spanner I tightened the nut steadily and was surprised that it did not come to a stop. Instead the terminal bolt seemed to be getting linger, so it must be pulling out. If it were rotating with the nut it should go in not out unless it has a "left hand" thread at the other end. Yes? ( I cannot see what it does when I turn the nut, bad eyes and bad visibility.) I have not found a diagram of how this end is put together, and I am not sure I should just wade in ( usual style) and take it apart and attempt to fix. I have the old "bomb" starter that I could cannibalize if necesary.
Any and all suggestions welcome, and i will try to photograph it later today.
Any and all suggestions welcome, and i will try to photograph it later today.