JoeKramer
Member
I have a '71 duster, 318 with a 4 speed. Has long tube headers. I can't seem to get at the top bolt.
Do I need to remove the headers?
Do I need to remove the headers?
Can't get at upper bolt on starter.
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No, it's a task, but can be done. I use a shorty wrench on mine. You can only move it a little bit at a time. Once you get it loose hold the weight of the starter off it and you may be able to turn it with your fingers.
Get about 2 feet of extensions and go from way out front.
Make sure the other nut/bolt is still somewhat loose so you can wiggle the starter a bit.
Make sure the other nut/bolt is still somewhat loose so you can wiggle the starter a bit.
gpeter7761
Active Member
I use a couple of long extensions and wobbley socket from the top looking down on the motor. Works great and its fast.
I'm gonna have to try that again, for some reason I couldn't get the socket on when I tried it.
JoeKramer
Member
Headers are in the way. can't get a wrench down there or a long extension.
If you can't get the extension in there the short wrench is the only other way. You have to get it from underneath the car.
CrazyPete
Well-Known Member
loosen headers might be an option
SirDan
Well-Known Member
That's how I did mine. I have the later model mini starter though. I your trying to use the stock big starter your in for a world of headache. It will work but totally not worth it.
JoeKramer
Member
I have to remove the starter. So I guess I have to remove the header. If I do that I should change out the freeze plugs (passengers side is leaking)
dustermaniac
Senior Member
I ended up removing the bolt and screwing a threaded stud like the one on the bottom and this makes the removal process so much easier, also makes it a lot easier to reinstall because you can slide the starter over the studs and it will stay in place.
JoeKramer
Member
Yeah thats what has been done here. Its a stud with a bolt on it. I just can't get at it.
moparlover
Well-Known Member
are you sure the starter is gone? a lot of times its bad ground wires from eng to frame and tarnished cable ends on the positive side.
as far as freeze plugs you can tap new ones in when you have the headers out of the way. but taking the headers off can be a real chore, especially some of the older ones.
as far as freeze plugs you can tap new ones in when you have the headers out of the way. but taking the headers off can be a real chore, especially some of the older ones.
Divenut
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