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Then why do I see some of the aftermarket starters with a solenoid on the actual starter?
Also if the solenoid is bad then I should be able to touch the two terminals together to make contact with the starter and it should crank right?
i wouldnt reccommend it
Yes, you can certainly do it. Just be absolutely certain you use a screwdriver that has a PLASTIC handle and that you are not touching the body of the car when you do it. The current will take the path of a least resistance. They sell 'auto-starters' at auto parts stores for about $10-15 bucks. Consists of two wires (with jumper like jaws) and a switch that looks like a joystick handle with a button. Would be safer. But the screw driver trick will work just fine.
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Starter selenoid (spelling??) location
ported e7's and an e303 cam 
