hotrod03

Has anyone had any issues with heat from exhaust header or exhaust pipe damaging starter and wiring? 2013 427 convertible. Had to replace starter
And repair wiring.

User Omega

Yes, many users have experienced this, especially with headers. There are likely 30+ threads I would guess.

HK770

just as a normal course of things

rabrooks

I wrapped my headers and the wires near them for heat protection

debo

I wrapped my headers and wires also, so far no issues.

RPOWU8

Also a loose connection at the starter solenoid can cause the wiring to burn up. The cable from the alternator outout goes to the starter solenoid first, then to the fuse block. If the connection is loose there, it can overheat the wiring and melt the starter solenoid plastic.

DJ

bdickey058

My service chsrgin system light is on probably do to the solenoid or just a bad starter. Inhale my headers wrapped and a starter shield. Haven't had time to get under the car yet.

Must_Have_Z

Yep. This is why I bought a 1/0 gauge wire to connect the alternator directly to the fuse block and bypass that starter connection.