RE: Starter Solenoid

["Kurt Musgrave" <rvar@domain.elided>]

Jason and IH'ers,   I was under the impression the shorter, weaker spring is
the updated one.  Delco weakened it so in times of high heat and
corresponding higher resistance the solenoid would still be able to pull
against the spring and engage.  Make sense?

Kurt


>> You can also help avoid the "weak" spring problem by substituting the old
>> one for a new, updated version.  Again, go to any parts place, preferably
>> somewhere where they specialize in automotive electrical
>> equipment, and get
>> them to look up the "update" solenoid spring for gm ac/delco starters.
>> Bring the original with you, as you will immediately recognize
>> the "update"
>> spring as it should be at least an inch longer, and noticeably stiffer.