Tips for installing a starter on a 68 289

Warrior 2011 · 08-18-2009

My starter is starting to go out so im going to replace it. I was just wondering if there is anything i need to be cautious about or do while replaceing it. Any help is greatly appriciated.

RF Mustang · 08-18-2009

Its pretty easy and straight forward. Just make sure you disconnect the positive side of the battery as a safety precaution.
I would disconnect the cable to your starter before you remove the (2) bolts holding the starter in. Total job should take no more than fifteen minutes.

Warrior 2011 · 08-18-2009

Ok thanks a lot RF mustang

OldBravo63 · 08-20-2009

When disconnecting the battery take the NEGATIVE cable off first. If you touch your wrench to anything it won't arc. If you take off the positive cable first and touch any metal part of the car e.g. the apron or battery hold down then you have completed a circut. Lots of sparks result. Good luck!

Warrior 2011 · 08-20-2009

Yeah i took the negative off 1st. And got the starter on last night in about 30min. My car starts a ton better. haha

Thanks a lot for the help.