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Old 06-06-2018, 07:06 PM
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setting valve lash and need to hook remote starter relay switch so i can rotate engine and put valves in position. Cannot get to starter relay on starter and wondered if anyone can tell me what wires I can jump on the harness connector on right side of engine to hook up remote starter switch. I am sure starter relay wiring goes through connecter but cannot tell from diagrams which ones i need to jump. any help appreciated
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Can you just get a socket on the bolt in the center of the balancer? I find that is a lot more accurate than bumping the starter. Good luck.
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Just turn the alternator but with a socket and rachet. Squeeze the belt together and it will rotate the engine.
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The 10ga purple wire at the starter extension harness.
I've been adjusting valves for years by "bumping" the starter. Miss every now and then and have to turn it all the way around, but that's the way it goes.

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Originally Posted by kanvasman
Can you just get a socket on the bolt in the center of the balancer? I find that is a lot more accurate than bumping the starter. Good luck.
Yes I can do that if i have too.
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Originally Posted by caryb78
Yes I can do that if i have too.
Thanks for the response

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