the starter in my truck has gone bad. it works fine on the bench, but when i put it back in the truck it just clonks and won't turn the engine over . it used to work 'till the solenoid gave up, i have replaced that.
the engine no isF305A this is stamped behind the distributer.i am told that this is a '57 car engine.as it has the smaller clutch this would seem to be right.the casting no on the starter is 481,i am told that thi is a '56 car starter.question are these the correct yearsfor these components? if so, are they compatible? is there any difference between a '56 and '57 starter? any clues as to whats wrong with the starter? as these aren't cheap i don't want to get a new one only to find it won't fit. i can't just take it to the store to compare it so i really need to know before spending any more money. thanks for any opinions on this, hope someone can help. merv
