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Re: 2.9lit gmc starter amp draw spec
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 8/24/2016

Hi Robert. That engine uses a permanent magnet planetary gear starter motor, which draws a lot less current than a direct drive starter.

From recall of the PG 260 starters, they were a 5:1 ratio. Yours may be similar.

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