Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

[Justin B.]

I am wanting to make a starter switch so I can crank my engine for the first time before I set the body back on the chassis. Can anyone give me instructions on how to do so?

[Jerry W.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

See attached

[Jim L.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

If all you want to do is spin the starter, connect a momentary contact switch between the large starter solenoid terminal and the small, inboard (closest to the block) solenoid terminal. Activating the switch will activate the starter.

Jim

[Jerry W.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

Justin....Before starting engine you should pump up the oil pressure....our engine guy had a special shaft for the distributor hole that fit his air ratchet gun
I've seen people do it with a long screw driver...make sure you have a plug in the hole for the oil pressure line.

[Edward J.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

Justin, As Jim says thats the easiest way, I just use a good old fashion manuel black push button. most auto parts store sell them. add a couple of wires with alligator style clips.

[Justin B.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

If all you want to do is spin the starter, connect a momentary contact switch between the large starter solenoid terminal and the small, inboard (closest to the block) solenoid terminal. Activating the switch will activate the starter.

Jim

Jim, I am wanting to run the engine for the first time...it is on the chassis and the body hasn't been put on it yet

[Jim L.]

Re: Instructions on how to make a starter switch for engine on chassis

Jim, I am wanting to run the engine for the first time...it is on the chassis and the body hasn't been put on it yet

You'll need a second switch. Wire one terminal of the 2nd switch to the large solenoid post. Wire the other switch terminal to one terminal of a ballast resistor, securely mounted somehow. Wire the other ballast resistor terminal to the (+) terminal on the coil.

Jim