427FE starter motors

thorconstr · #1 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 01:29 PM

Have any of you guys had better luck with a particular brand of starter motor?

blykins · #2 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 01:40 PM

I've used CVR gear drive starters twice now....once on a small block and once on an FE.

I think I paid $189 for the SBF starter....and I bought the FE starter new on Ebay for less than $140.

They have removeable mounting plates, so you can mount the starter in the most convenient position for clearance. My FE is 11:1 and it spins it like the plugs were out.

thorconstr · #3 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 01:42 PM

Thanks for getting back!

lineslinger · #4 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 03:35 PM

I am using a Green Meanie. It has an adjustable mounting plate for ease of installation and a low profile. It is a strong little starter. Mine spins the motor as Brent says above, like the plugs were out. It was recommended by a couple of FE nuts I hang with. Cost was apprx. $200 new, picked it up new on Ebay for $130.

Nantucket427 · #5 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 05:09 PM

I got mine from Summit Racing PWM-3131 $139.95 new OEM replacement.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...1&autoview=sku or just look up FE Starters

thorconstr · #6 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 06:51 PM

Who makes the "Green Meanie"? And is that PWM 3131 a full size or the smaller high torque? Thanks, both of you.

lineslinger · #7 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 07:03 PM

I will pull the paper work when I get a chance and post it for you

Anthony · #8 (**permalink**) 04-01-2007, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thorconstr

Have any of you guys had better luck with a particular brand of starter motor?

What brand are you not having good luck with?



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