What 12v starter for '47 chevy? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Madmaxx · 06-25-2007, 11:16 PM

I need a 12v starter for my '47.
I talked to the guy at the auto parts store and said one off of a 55-59 chevy might work, but he didn't have one.....
I want to maintain the foot start though.... that is cool.

Anyone have any experience with this?

Madmaxx · 06-25-2007, 11:18 PM

Wait.... this says I won't have to!!!
http://www.classictruckshop.com/garage/6to12volts

mylow53 · 06-26-2007, 02:24 PM

i ran my 6 volt starter for 20 years in my 12 volt truck. it starts really fast!!! just dont hold it on for more than 10 seconds. you will melt the sodder in the armiture....

55dude · 06-26-2007, 03:40 PM

yea,just don't crank on it too long or they go into meltdown mode. one other thing make sure the bolts are tight and use lockwashers. if it comes loose and binds BAMM! the nose cone can break off. bought a few that this happened to, it can really make a lot of work to correct.

Madmaxx · 06-28-2007, 01:22 AM

Gotcha.... so make sure the thing is dialed in before we start her up.
Get it primed and tuned close makes for less wear and tear on the starter.

06-25-2007, 11:16 PM	#1
Madmaxx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bellevue, Ne Posts: 13	What 12v starter for '47 chevy? I need a 12v starter for my '47. I talked to the guy at the auto parts store and said one off of a 55-59 chevy might work, but he didn't have one..... I want to maintain the foot start though.... that is cool. Anyone have any experience with this?

06-25-2007, 11:18 PM	#2
Madmaxx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bellevue, Ne Posts: 13	Re: What 12v starter for '47 chevy? Wait.... this says I won't have to!!! http://www.classictruckshop.com/garage/6to12volts

06-26-2007, 02:24 PM	#3
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: What 12v starter for '47 chevy? i ran my 6 volt starter for 20 years in my 12 volt truck. it starts really fast!!! just dont hold it on for more than 10 seconds. you will melt the sodder in the armiture.... __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 Last edited by mylow53; 06-26-2007 at 02:24 PM.

06-26-2007, 03:40 PM	#4
55dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: tacoma wa. Posts: 1,037	Re: What 12v starter for '47 chevy? yea,just don't crank on it too long or they go into meltdown mode. one other thing make sure the bolts are tight and use lockwashers. if it comes loose and binds BAMM! the nose cone can break off. bought a few that this happened to, it can really make a lot of work to correct.

06-28-2007, 01:22 AM	#5
Madmaxx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bellevue, Ne Posts: 13	Re: What 12v starter for '47 chevy? Gotcha.... so make sure the thing is dialed in before we start her up. Get it primed and tuned close makes for less wear and tear on the starter.



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