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FE Starter.. what do I need?
Well, it's getting close to motor install time, and I'm just trying to gather up the rest of what I need. I have no starter for the car, so that's on the list. I've been told to forget the correctness of an OEM starter, and go with one of the minis, and I am going to do that.
What do people suggest? I have seen them anywhere from $150 to $300. Some are 3:1 ratio, some are 4:1. Some have the adjustable nose for different positions and some don't. Some have threaded holes, and some have untapped holes. My car has an FE with the Lakewood bell. It's a CSX and it has the Kooks made headers. What do people suggest as far as brands and such? Anyone used one like this? .... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/START...QQcmdZViewItem Or does anyone have one for sale? Thanks!! |
Green Meanie,
I will find the website and post it for you |
I have 10.7:1 on mine and started with a McLeod reduction (liked it, worked well), but while getting it rebuilt (small internal spring busted, warranty item) I bought a standard OEM-type, it workes just fine, and only cost $45 or so...never put the McLeod back on!
I'm thinking the reduction starters are a bit overrated for street motors, unless you have clearance or high compression issues. |
three letters.... CVR
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Sal, you know my car. I use an ac delco reman. Trouble free. Let me know if you want one or the part number. Ed
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Also, CVR. Gessfords or ebay.
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I have never used anything on my FE's but stock Ford starters. I use to drag race 1967 427 Cobras, 1964 Fairlane 427 Thunderbolts, 1967 427 R Code Fairlanes and most of them were running 14:1 compression. Just make sure that you have oversize wires running to your starter, battery and grounds. I also installed at a minimun two grounds from the engine to the body.
At home now, I have a 1967 Fairlane GTA with a 428 CJ and a 1967 Fairlane 427 R Code and both of these have standard Ford Starters and they work great, even when hot. That my 3 cents worth... |
I put a stock rebuilt starter on a FE in 1985 and its still going strong, never a problem.
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Thanks for the JINX:( :( :( :( :( :( :( :( :( :(
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Cvr
I also, CVR that I got from George at Gessford. All battery cables are 2 gauge. Ground is from the bellhousing to the frame.
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