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> Starter Motor, 911 vs 914
paintracer1
post Jun 24 2017, 10:20 PM
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I'm using a 1977s 2.7 as my engine for my conversion. Can i use the starter motor from my 911 with the 914 /901 trans. I have the correct KEP flywheel. Just wanted to make sure it would work so i don't mess anything up. Second question is if yes on the 911 starter motor will work how are 914 and 911 starter motors different? Thanks
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post Jun 25 2017, 12:45 PM
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There were two different hp ratings for the Bosch starters, but either should work. I'd recommend using a starter relay as well to get maximum voltage to the starter motor and be sure the ground strap on the transmission is corrosion free.
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post Jun 25 2017, 04:24 PM
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914 starters are marginal on Type IV stock motors. The 911 works well on both. Or get the Hi Torque starter.
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post Jun 25 2017, 07:31 PM
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Use the 911 starter it is 1.5 hp, 914/early 911 .8 hp. I recommend replacing the starter cable with a custom made 4 gauge cable and a new ground strap.
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post Jun 25 2017, 08:00 PM
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QUOTE(914Sixer @ Jun 25 2017, 06:31 PM) *

Use the 911 starter it is 1.5 hp, 914/early 911 .8 hp. I recommend replacing the starter cable with a custom made 4 gauge cable and a new ground strap.


Who makes a reliable starter motor for an upgrade ? Any suggestions on best prices ?
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post Jun 25 2017, 08:40 PM
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I tried using my /4 starter on my /6 but it barely could do it. I swapped it out with a 911 starter and it definitely started much better.
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QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Jun 25 2017, 06:00 PM) *

QUOTE(914Sixer @ Jun 25 2017, 06:31 PM) *

Use the 911 starter it is 1.5 hp, 914/early 911 .8 hp. I recommend replacing the starter cable with a custom made 4 gauge cable and a new ground strap.


Who makes a reliable starter motor for an upgrade ? Any suggestions on best prices ?

Bosch SR68X is much beefier than the hi torque versions. I'm pretty sure the hi torque contributed to chewing up a new flywheel on my 2.7. The gear drive shaft on the Bosch is nearly twice the diameter. Do a search on the SR68X....I found Amazon to be the best as it didn't charge $90 plus shippingfor the core...
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