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I was looking around under the truck this a.m. and I noticed the starter. Man that thing is small. Is is a high torque model or what? The one on my 4 banger s10 is bigger.
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Huh? Mine's a big bastage.
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My first post in the thread linked below shows what my OEM starter looks like next to my new HD HiTorque starter from DB Electrical.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...rter-envy.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...rter-envy.html
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I don't think you'll see that kind of "lack of performance" with the DB unit. That thing spins the engine like crazy. It has an extra tooth on the starter gear, which by itself increases spin. Then add to that the bigger motor. Sometimes, I almost think mine spins TOO fast.
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Might want to check ofr a dirty ground or a damaged hot supply wire. Too low of voltage can kill a motor prematurely.
I don't think you'll see that kind of "lack of performance" with the DB unit. That thing spins the engine like crazy. It has an extra tooth on the starter gear, which by itself increases spin. Then add to that the bigger motor. Sometimes, I almost think mine spins TOO fast.
I don't think you'll see that kind of "lack of performance" with the DB unit. That thing spins the engine like crazy. It has an extra tooth on the starter gear, which by itself increases spin. Then add to that the bigger motor. Sometimes, I almost think mine spins TOO fast.
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Wow... that's the first I've heard of that situation taking place. I only have about 1/8" clearance on mine, but it is also at a point where the motor housing is rounded, which I hope would allow some deflection of force. Even then, I guess the strain would still cause a problem at the next weakest link in its construction. I need to think about this some more.