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Old May 12, 2024 | 08:35 PM
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Starter cross compatibility

Are the 1997-2009 f150 starters compatible with if i wanted to use it instead of the 1984-1990 starter in my 1989 f150 efi? because it looks more robust.
 
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Old May 13, 2024 | 06:40 AM
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I doubt a start for a Modular motor would work. They look completely different. How more “robust” do you need? I have been using the same starter for the last 12 years.
 
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Old May 13, 2024 | 12:13 PM
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Around '94 the V8s came with a gear reduction starter. Easier to install and more *** to spin the engine over. The 92 4.9 of mine had the gear reduction stock.

Best upgrade for least amount of cash.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2025 | 12:06 AM
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E7TE heads are not GT40 they are the same as those on the motor now.
You can't use roller lifters and pushrods with a flat tappet cam.
 
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