Re: Chrysler transmissions

Posted by HH56 On 2018/7/21 8:54:36

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Agree the starters will turn the engine over very quickly for a fast start and there are lots of cars that seem to have no issues. Based on some anecdotal evidence I would however recommend a caution for anyone contemplating the change.

Do a search and you will find old threads where several on the forum over the last two or three years have reported broken castings on starters. It doesn't seem to be a particular brand or type starter as several years and starters have been involved. The only common thread is all were running the original 6v starter with 12v conversions.

Speculation is the added speed and inertia encountered when throwing the pinion out so much harder and faster with 12v is enough to slam into and weaken the end of the starter nose. Enough times and apparently it eventually cracks and breaks. Just keep that in mind if you have a hard to find or expensive starter. Maybe consider having the starter converted to 12v if you are considering a change.