Is there some process defined for installing a mini starter? It seems like there is some room for adjustment as opposed to just a direct bolt in application. I mean, do you bolt the starter on and try it and if it makes noise, you just slide it further in?

 

why a mini starter?$$$ never used one. a factory starter has always worked for me

 

The mini starter was already with the car and it looks like new, so I was just going to use what I had. I did not take it apart, so I did not see how it was installed.

 

A factory starter won't work with some headers, my TTIs for example. 2 1/4" tubes. Also lighter.

 

my guess would be to line it up the best you can
and if it grinds or does anything weird, adjust it

 

Is it one of the later mopar starters from a Dakota and such, or aftermarket? I dont like the ones with the unsupported shaft, ie. no nosepiece. I feel they can deflect and cause flywheel damage, as happened on my Cheby. A yellow paint pen, or other hi-vis marker should tell you the engagement pattern of the teeth. http://www.popularmechanics.com/how_...31.html?page=2 http://www.performanceracingwarehous...Flexplates.pdf Here a few things I found.

 

Thanks for the suggestions guys. I am not sure of the bramd or part number of the starter, but I will look when I go work on the car again this Saturday and let you all know.

 

I know that the starter is lighter but did not know about big tube headers, gtxclone doesn't look like he is building an all out race car, thanks for enlightening me

 

I'm ordering TTI headers and Mancini Racing said I'll need to buy a mini starter too, for a couple reasons.

1. Clearance issues. The headers are tight and so a mini starter simply gives you more room.

2. Heat issues. With the added clearance, you get some added cooling in there. Apparently the large headers cook the factory starter, making it difficult to start back up sometimes after driving a bit.

3. David said I'll cuss less (he doesn't really know me) if I use the smaller starter.

I'll ask Mancini about fitting it up, since they are calling me back shortly.