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Great Lakes Greg · 10-26-2017, 07:51 PM

Pictured are two bendix bolts I fished out with a magnet tonight. I expected the smaller one, but the larger bolt that came along with it was a surprise. If my shaft uses the smaller bolt, does that make it an early starter? Thanks experts.

Tom Wesenberg · 10-26-2017, 09:15 PM

Yes, the smaller diameter first, then the larger. I'm not sure of the date for the change.

jw hash · 10-26-2017, 10:48 PM

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the Model A bendix used 5/16" bolts and ford V8`s used 3/8" bolts. I like using the V8 bendix for that reason. and always make sure you have a good bolt retainer.

10-26-2017, 09:15 PM	#2
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Bendix bolt picture question Yes, the smaller diameter first, then the larger. I'm not sure of the date for the change.

10-26-2017, 10:48 PM	#3
jw hash Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Auburn Washington Posts: 2,552	Re: Bendix bolt picture question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) the Model A bendix used 5/16" bolts and ford V8`s used 3/8" bolts. I like using the V8 bendix for that reason. and always make sure you have a good bolt retainer.