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Roger W Gerow · 12-06-2024, 05:43 PM

Ok, here is my problem. Purchased a '39/'40 engine the other day without a starter attached. Had one in my inventory. The starter drive gear is too large to engage with the flywheel. By the way this isn't my first flathead experience. Had another starter which was installed. Same results. Total confusion. Everything is original. Any idea's? Thanks in advance for a solution!

19Fordy · 12-06-2024, 06:33 PM

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As I recall, to the best of my recollection, back in 1972 I was able to use a 1940 Ford starter in my 8BA with the 8BA flywheel. I hope others will correct me if I am wrong.

12-06-2024, 05:43 PM	#1
Roger W Gerow Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Walla Walla, Washington Posts: 194	Starter Fit Problem Ok, here is my problem. Purchased a '39/'40 engine the other day without a starter attached. Had one in my inventory. The starter drive gear is too large to engage with the flywheel. By the way this isn't my first flathead experience. Had another starter which was installed. Same results. Total confusion. Everything is original. Any idea's? Thanks in advance for a solution! __________________ DD658

12-06-2024, 06:33 PM	#2
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 11,604	Re: Starter Fit Problem Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Read everything here: https://www.bing.com/search?q=will+1...ANAB01&PC=HCTS It may help. As I recall, to the best of my recollection, back in 1972 I was able to use a 1940 Ford starter in my 8BA with the 8BA flywheel. I hope others will correct me if I am wrong. Last edited by 19Fordy; 12-06-2024 at 10:58 PM.

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