ralphnof49 Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 My starter has always had trouble with a hot engine. It finally has died. Examining it reveals it is a Ford B10 with a drive that looks like Lincoln 5EH-11350. Is the Ford started not as strong as the Lincoln one? I don't know who put the Ford one on. I need a source for a Lincoln starter. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peecher Posted June 1, 2013 Share Posted June 1, 2013 Lincoln V12's use Ford starters. The late '47-'48 starter had a longer armature to accomodate the 5EH-11350 drive but the starter itself is the same as the Ford. the drive on yours that's similar to the 5EH may be the after market replacement drive used on the regular Ford starter. If your car originally came with the later type starter the flywheel lacks the proper clearance for the regular Bendix spring drive used on all Fords. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
startergenrebuilder Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 (edited) I can help you out with your starter problems. I can provide you with a starter, but I usually prefer to rebuild yours. I usually convert these starters with high torque windings to help deal with the problems you are complaining of. It allows you to keep the original case and appearance while upgrading the performance. Feel free to contact me by email or phone for more information.-Jason Edited June 2, 2013 by startergenrebuilder (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphnof49 Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 This is the starter and drive. Can you tell if it is the early or late 1947 version? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peecher Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 That is the late version with the 5EH drive. You might check to make sure you have the heavy duty, 6 volt type battery and starter cables before condeming the starter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphnof49 Posted June 2, 2013 Author Share Posted June 2, 2013 Thanks Dee. I have the heavy cables and had replaced the solenoid. With the new engine rebuild- last one not done right- the engine was heating too much as before so now I have had the radiator recored. The starter has failed so am going to get it rebuilt. I also have a new battery. It is one thing after another. I hope the starter will be the last! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphnof49 Posted June 16, 2013 Author Share Posted June 16, 2013 After replacing the starter and having a cooler running engine, the situation is much better. I won't know how much until the weather improves so I can drive more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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