starter removal problem

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starter removal problem

November 27, 2010, 02:48:02 PM

Unable to get a wrench on top bolt of starter of my 88 T-Bird v8 5.0, Do I have to go through floor board?

starter removal problem

Reply #1 – November 27, 2010, 02:58:06 PM

If you use a 3/8 ratchet and a long extension you can get it pretty easily by going in from the front of the K member near the sway bar

good luck

starter removal problem

Reply #2 – November 27, 2010, 05:10:26 PM

As above... Ive always gone in from the front with several extensions to get to it. Only way Ive ever done it.

starter removal problem

Reply #3 – November 27, 2010, 06:28:39 PM

Yep,from the front of the K-Member. A couple of long extensions and a 1/2 inch socket. easy stuff. Easier than one might think.

starter removal problem

Reply #4 – November 27, 2010, 06:40:59 PM

Getting a twist ratcheting wrench helps alot. I have always taken the wheel of and then gone through a hole there.

starter removal problem

Reply #5 – November 27, 2010, 09:42:34 PM

i have done it from underneath with a super stubby 1/2" wrench, but it takes forever and is near impossible to get tight..

THEN i ralized i could go from the front with a long extension and a socket... will never do it another way...