I have a number of the gear-reduction type starters; believe they are from the 280ZX?; and want to find out if they will work on a L24 motor. Seems like they fit the tranny hsg., but not sure if the solenoid kicks in far enough. Also, are there any advantages to using this type of starter?

I have used them for years, lighter weight, lower current draw, faster starting,

what's not to love.

Will

Will, do you have a Nissan part number on the gear reduction starter and the specific years (and engine configuration if applicable) that these were in originally? I'd like one and don't want to get screwed by a new parts guy that just pulls any old Z starter and not the gear reduction model.

Also, are there any physical differences that are obvious which I could look for (pix would be great!)?

Gear reduction starters look considerably different. The first 3 pictures are all gear reduction, the fourth is a normal starter.

I usually get the starter from an '82 ZX.

I don't have my copy of FAST handy, but I willsee if I can't get you some numbers tomorrow.

Will