The 11 year old geared mini starter in the roadster just died again after 6 months and probably a dozen starts. I’d gone thru the current carrying points, but now the solenoid refusing to work at anything over 70 degrees. I’m pretty sure it’s the safety shut off to prevent over cranking and overheating. I’m not sure which unit it is, it’s not marked and it’s been too many years.

So who’s had good luck with what brand? It’s in a truck bellhousing and the headers are right there. The starter and the two close tubes have been wrapped for insulation. Battery voltage, grounds, etc all check out.

miker
55 bird, 32 cabrio F code
Kent, WA
Tucson, AZ

I have had a 1955 factory Ford 6v starter in my 12v converted high compression 312 for over 20 years with no problems. Starts right up-without the funny noise of a mini!


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Yes, still the original 6 v starter in my 12v 55 bird. But the clearance is more of an issue in a 32 with hood sides.

miker
55 bird, 32 cabrio F code
Kent, WA
Tucson, AZ