I agree, and Jim Carter also mentioned that it can be done, but has approx. a 15 second window before it will ruin the starter.

But I have a brand new rebuilt 6 volt starter I got from him, and I think he will take it back and I can just get a 12 volt of the same style that will use the foot switch.

I'm gonna call him tomorrow, but I think that is what I will do. Aside from what you mention, there's the generator/alternator and a 12 volt battery. I have a group 65, not sure if it will fit, but I have a shelf on my firewall. I'll need to measure.

TT
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