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Re: [Tigers] 260 versus 302 Starter

To: James Lindner <jliny5@cox.net>
Subject: Re: [Tigers] 260 versus 302 Starter
From: Tom Parker <tkparker1941@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:39:48 -0400
Jim's right, as is Owain. The starter will work wherever the old starter
worked, with the 160 tooth flywheel and the 157 tooth flywheel. The wiring
change is simple, the starter fits better under headers and appears to be
easily removable.

Tom

' 67 Tiger

On Thu, Apr 21, 2011 at 9:14 PM, James Lindner <jliny5@cox.net> wrote:

> Brian
>
> Here is the text from an email I sent to the list back last fall. I was
> having problems with my original starter on my Mk1, so I switched to the one
> mentioned below.
>
> After some problems this summer, I had my starter replaced with a more
> current high torque Ford PMGR starter (Napa Part # 4N9240...$144)) based
> upon some recommendations from this List. It is the same starter as for the
> early 90s Mustang 302. In addition to being more efficient it is smaller
> thereby allowing for some room between the exhaust header and the starter,
> which I was lead to believe would help keep down the heat.
>
> Other than some adjustments to the wiring to accomodate the solenoid built
> right onto the starter, it was a perfect fit. If you are interested I can
> forward a wiring diagram that Tom Parker provided me. I believe Tom also
> has
> this starter installed.
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> Jim
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Brian Glenn" <ora_archy@yahoo.com>
> To: <Tigers@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2011 8:12 PM
> Subject: [Tigers] 260 versus 302 Starter
>
>
>  All,
>>
>> I'm just wrapping up a change over to a 302.
>> Can I use the 260 starter?
>>
>> I recall someone mentioning a smaller, stronger starter.
>> Where would I find information, purchase and how much?
>> Any drawbacks to the new starter?
>>
>> Thanks in advance for your collective expertise.
>> Brian
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