TBP Mini Starter Install...

[airbur]

The instructions call for a "Starter Cable" that runs from the battery side of the Solenoid to the starter which I do not currently have as it's a new build. What gauge wire does this need to be?

 

[Broncobowsher]

Same as the other battery cables. I generally run 4-gauge. 2-gauge is a bit overkill even for overkill standards unless you are running a diesel. 6-gauge will probably work fine, but I step it up a notch and just use 4

Unless you are talking about the little wire that goes to the solenoid on the starter, that is a lot smaller.

 

[airbur]

Ok, thanks for the info. One other issue now....

I've just test fit the starter to the bell housing and there is no way it's engaging with the flexplate. Looks like the gear on the starter has has about 5/8" mounting depth. I measured the depth of the block plate mounting surface to the flexplate and its easily over 5/8". To grab the gears it looks like it would need at least 1".

I have a Bronco C4 with 164 tooth flexplate and the Auto mini starter from Tom's. I'm fairly sure the flexplate etc is installed correctly as Viperwolf1 bolted it up.

Any ideas?

https://www.coasthigh.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=SCA-FP-302E-SFI

Item Code SCA-FP-302E-SFI
Vendor Name SCAT
Product Type Flexplate
Application 11.5 Converter Bolt Circle
Engine Family FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURY - Small Block 302 Based V8, Small Block 351 Windsor Based V8
Balance Style 28.2 oz/in External
Ring Gear Tooth Quantity 164
Safety Rating SFI-approved

 

[airbur]

Does the gear in the starter move in and out when engaged? If it does, then I think I'm ok.

 

[Mountain Ram]

Yes the starter Gear moves out toward the transmission when engaged

 

[bronconut73]

I have the same set up. I just bolted mine in and wired it up. It works perfect.
I too have the C4 and 164 tooth flexplate. I wonder why your having an issue?????

 

[blazinchuck]

Does the gear in the starter move in and out when engaged? If it does, then I think I'm ok.

;D now thats funnay


how else would it turn the motor lol

 

[mofoco1]

Pair of Gerbils!

 

[airbur]

Yea......didn't know how the starter worked but makes sense. Got it bolted up and should be good. Thanks.