Hey you auto repair experts !!

[SteamWake]

Ive got a 96 toyota tacoma truck.

I need to replace the starting motor.

As usual I will disconnect the battery before commencing work.

The catch is I may not be able to afford the replacement starter for a week or so.

Will there be any complications from leaving the batt disconnected for that long? Or should I re-connect the battery after the starters removal?

[Onkel Neal]

There's no problem disconnecting the battery and letting it sit for a week, unless it is a really old battery (4+ years). My car sits for a week without being used regularly.

[SteamWake]

There's no problem disconnecting the battery and letting it sit for a week, unless it is a really old battery (4+ years). My car sits for a week without being used regularly.

A car 'sitting' is one thing. A car sitting with the battery disconnected is another.

All I know is these days some cars have computers and crap that will go bonkers even if the battery is disconnected for a few minutes. The dealer actually has to put a temporary power supply on the battery leads while the battery is being changed out.

(Volkswagon.... cough cough) :rotfl:

[FIREWALL]

While I already know. No problem leaving disconnected, I called locol Toyota dealer service dept. and was told again " No Problem" for your truck.

[SteamWake]

While I already know. No problem leaving disconnected, I called locol Toyota dealer service dept. and was told again " No Problem" for your truck.

Ah thank you sir. :up:

[SUBMAN1]

My only advice is not to have any beer while working on your vehicle. I always seem to have left over bolts every time I work on a car and drink at the same time. :D

-S

[antikristuseke]

That is just crazytalk! You allways have to have beer when mending a car, and some mates with more beer, bacause, how hard can it be?:D

[SteamWake]

I tend to do this kind of thing in the morning cause its so freakin hot here so itll probably more of a cup of coffee thing.

But my buds can stand around drink and tell me what Im doin wrong :rotfl: