I finally got around to replacing my old style starter a couple of weeks ago, so I thought I would post a quick description and pics. This is not new info and has been covered before, but I had my camera handy so I might as well write it up, right?
The newer gear reduction starters can be had for about $70, either locally or through most of the Bronco vendors. I got a ProAmp 3223 (manual trans) which fits 1992-1996 Ford trucks. They're smaller, more powerful and draw less amps than the original equipment starters from the 60's & 70's.
The install is almost plug and play, but not quite. You need to swap the starter cable connection and create one new lead wire. Otherwise it's no more work than replacing your starter.
Comparing old and new starters:
Original starter cable and new lead wire:
Connections at new starter:
New starter ready to go in:
Connections at fender mounted solenoid (relay):
The newer gear reduction starters can be had for about $70, either locally or through most of the Bronco vendors. I got a ProAmp 3223 (manual trans) which fits 1992-1996 Ford trucks. They're smaller, more powerful and draw less amps than the original equipment starters from the 60's & 70's.
The install is almost plug and play, but not quite. You need to swap the starter cable connection and create one new lead wire. Otherwise it's no more work than replacing your starter.
- Disconnect battery.
- Remove old starter cable.
- Create a new 10 or 12 ga wire the same length as the starter cable and zip tie the two together in a few spots.
- Connect the cable and new wire to the new starter (I found it easier to wire up, then install the starter since its a bit tight to connect the wires once the starter is installed)
- Remove the old starter and install the new one in its place. Enjoy how light and easy the new starter is to install compared to the old beast.
- Connect the starter cable to the opposite post of the fender mounted solenoid/relay. Connect the new lead wire to the post where the starter cable was originally connected.
Comparing old and new starters:
Original starter cable and new lead wire:
Connections at new starter:
New starter ready to go in:
Connections at fender mounted solenoid (relay):
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