Tim Smith wrote: > Syncro starter is same BUT the solenoid is different!! Enough that a 2WD > one WILL NOT FIT! Problem is that Syncro has very heavy cabling to starter > and the 'terminal' that goes onto the starter is about 1/2" thick, not a > cheapo crimp on type eye-lug like the 2WD. The main post on the solenoid > need to be about 1/2" longer than normal, and although extensions are > avaialble to bolt on, they are for repair of sheared posts, and are actually > no longer once on. So don't buy the line that they are the same as 2WD. I'm not sure that the big connector was unique to the syncro, my '84 2wd had the same arrangement before it got lopped off in favor of a standard connector. One bit of advice is to apply "NO-OX" type of grease to the connectors when reinstalling. Its sold where electrical supplies are and is designed for using aluminum wire in house wiring. Mark Rokus |
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