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Hitachi-Style Mini Starter for Small Block & Big Block Chevy w/153 or 168 Tooth Flywheel or Flexplate [Up To 16:1 Compression]
555-10012
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Heavy-Duty Hitachi-Style Mini Starters
The JEGS 10012 heavy-duty Hitachi-style mini starter is the ideal solution when building a high-compression engine. Rated up to 16:1 compression and putting out nearly 2.5 hp, this unit can take almost anything you throw at it. Ensure peace of mind that your car will reliably start with this heavy-duty unit.
JEGS 555-10012 Hitachi-Style Mini Starter Features:
- Fits small block and big block Chevy engines with straight mounting configuration
- Fits both 153 and 168-tooth flywheels and flexplates
- Billet Aluminum adjustable mounting block with indexable rotation
- Cranks over engines with up to 16:1 compression ratio
- Compact Design
- Lighter in weight than factory starters at 11.6 lbs
- Made with high-quality components
- Includes (2) mounting bolts, (2) flat washers, and (2) shims
JEGS 555-10012 Hitachi-Style Mini Starter Notes:
- Proper mounting: This starter has an indexable rotation and is important that the starter mounting flange to the engine block is in the correct position for your starter to engage properly. See the photo above for reference.
- Fits all Small Block Chevy except LS series engines (LS1, LS6, 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L)
- May require the use of an "R" Terminal Diode Kit 555-10038, which allows the use of aftermarket mini starters in GM vehicles originally equipped with breaker point ignitions
Specifications:
Is this model compatible with an Chevrolet inline 6 250ci engine?
What is the warranty on these? Since mine is just over a year and only works half the time now.
Will this work on a 2001 Chevy 8.1 big block
What is the torque rating for this starter?
Can this starter be used on a bell housing type mount?
Is this starter rebuildable and if so are the parts readily available?
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