Starter

[djengle]

Hello, going to change my starter, wanted to know if one gear reduction starter is better than the other. Could someone suggest a good one please.....

[CamGTS]

very please with the Powerlite unit
https://www.classic-spares.com/product/ ... ter-motor/

[busheytrader]

I’ve heard good reports about powerlite although I’m still running an original Range Rover V8 starter motor on mine.

I have tubular manifolds on mine and with the adjacent steering column the starter motor is in a congested area. Ive no idea if the powerlite version fits without fouling with this combination, maybe someone on the forum who’s done so can confirm all’s ok.

[moestr7v8]

Hi, I have had a High Torque starter on my V8 for many years, about 2003 I think, I purchased it from S&S and not had any problems with it at all, I also had one on my 7, again from S&S and no problems.
I have no knowledge of the Powerlite ones but I have never had any problems with the High Torque starters and would reccomend them to anyone.
Cheers
Moe

[CamGTS]

The Powerlite unit is smaller than the standard unit so you will have plenty of space around a tubular manifold and steering link. I'll post a photo tomorrow

[FI Spyder]

I got mine off eBay. It is a Gustafson starter (adapter plate). The starter itself is a Nippon starter.

http://gustafsonmachine.com/

[alc59]

When the original starter seized on my Grinnall TR8 in 2018 I replaced it with a Powerlite and it's been fine. It turns the engine over at a good rate even when the battery is a bit low.

[CamGTS]

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oops a bit of overspray there but plenty of room