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06-02-2015, 09:53 AM | #1 |
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How to crank starter on +ground 6v
new to flat head V8
How can I crank the starter on my V8 engine with battery charger or jumper cables? I now that the are positive ground, I just want to crank the starter heads and manifold off and valves and pistons are good starting restoration on Dads 5 window coupe deluxe, been sitting in garage for 50yrs. after water pump issues. Kevin |
06-02-2015, 10:53 AM | #2 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
The starter will work with positive or negative ground, 6 or 12 volt. I would not think a charger would put out enough amperage to crank the engine, I would use a battery and jumper cables... Now, the terminal on the starter does not give much in the way of a connection, I can't remember what I've done, maybe vise grips on the nut at the starter, or use a real battery cable from the bat to the starter...
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06-02-2015, 11:00 AM | #3 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
What are you attempting to do? With the heads off the engine should turn over easy by hand. Are you wanting to test the starter?
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06-02-2015, 11:15 AM | #4 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
yes
just want to crank the starter, I have been turning it over by hand and all the valves and pistons are operating normal, just wanted to use the starter to see if all that is ok |
06-02-2015, 12:34 PM | #5 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
hooked it up to the charger, had to tap the starter one time, 40amp and it cranks like a mother, now to get her running
thanks kevin |
06-02-2015, 06:45 PM | #6 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
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06-02-2015, 09:55 PM | #7 |
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Re: How to crank starter on +ground 6v
Well, that solved that!
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