Name this part

[donc1974]

I found this part in the belly of a 1996 GTX hiding under the engine. Anybody know what it is?

Thanks in advance,
Don.

 

[artr]

It looks like the bracket that supports the back of the starter. It should be attached if there is not another one on the starter.

 

[donc1974]

I think you nailed it! I already found other duplicate parts in the belly of this machine so I guess the previous owner just got new parts instead of finding the ones that were lost.

Thanks again!

 

[mikidymac]

Yea it’s the starter bracket. Without it the starter will eventually come apart.

 

[Tiggo]

Just FYI... If they used a non-OEM starter then the bracket won't fit 99% of the time. Probably why it was not put back. Many people run without them. Just ensure the other 2 bolts are tight and the top one has the backing nut attached.

 

[mikidymac]

Just FYI... If they used a non-OEM starter then the bracket won't fit 99% of the time. Probably why it was not put back. Many people run without them. Just ensure the other 2 bolts are tight and the top one has the backing nut attached.

And it’s one of the top reasons the aftermarket starters fall apart.