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Olds 400E, 425, 455 Mini Starter Experiences

Discussion in 'The "Other" Bench' started by flynbuick, Feb 20, 2011.

  1. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    Is there a consensus mini starter for a Olds 400 E. It is intended for a 66 442. I assume the solenoid switch is attached just like one is attached on a stock starter.
     
    flynbuick, Feb 20, 2011
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  2. ragtops

    ragtops Gold Level Contributor

    I have a mini starter from Summit Racing on my 66 with a 455, I guess it is OK. But really everyone on Realoldspower.com seem to recommend the starters from http://www.robbmcperformance.com/products/starter_home.html as being the best.
    I thought if I did replace the one I have I would buy one of them.

    Mike
     
    ragtops, Feb 20, 2011
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  3. 65specialconver

    65specialconver kennedy-bell MIA

    I can get you one Jim:laugh:
     
    65specialconver, Feb 20, 2011
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  4. BlackGold

    BlackGold Well-Known Member

    I've read stories (on other message boards) about mini-starters which are simply designed wrong for Olds; no matter how you "clock" them, they won't fit. And then, of course, there's the issue of fitment with headers. Certain header and starter combinations won't work.

    Unfortunately, I can't give you any specifics, as I've never been in the market for a mini-starter myself. Just wanted to warn you to do more research.
     
    BlackGold, Feb 21, 2011
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  5. Dave H

    Dave H Well-Known Member

    I have a Powermaster on my Ramrod and a RobbMc starter on m 66. Both fit fine and work well. Both cars have 2 1/2 exhaust systems with stock manifolds.

    I like the sound of the Powermaster much better.
     
    Dave H, Feb 22, 2011
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  6. mikehurd

    mikehurd Well-Known Member

    mikehurd, Feb 22, 2011
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  7. covertolds

    covertolds Member

    I have a Powermaster 9610(IIRC). Been on my car for many years now without any issues. I have a Milodon oil pan and Hooker 1 7/8" headers. Starter goes in and out without any clearance issues.
     
    covertolds, Mar 2, 2011
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