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Old 01-10-2021, 07:13 AM   #6
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Re: mini starters

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Originally Posted by tx firefighter View Post
simple answer is if you still run original points type of ignition you need the yellow wire, and most modern and aftermarket starters do not have that provision. If, however you are running an electronic ignition (eg. Hei) then the yellow wire is no longer needed and you can simply not worry about hooking it up.
^^^this!^^^ Im running the JEGS "Made in USA" Hitachi style 555-100012 starter. My block is actually drilled and tapped for diagonal and straight starter attachments (454 block) and that starter can be indexed for either flexplate. https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/10012/10002/-1
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