Glow plug solenoid question

[Rrent]

I recently acquired an ‘84 M1009 - just starting cleaning & repair(s). 1st on the list: belts, batteries, dog head mod. I’m guessing these pictures are both glow plug solenoids. If the new shiny one will work - I’ll order one. Not needed, but new parts are new parts.

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Well, it looks right, but without seeing the specs, it's hard to say.

The good news is, it's not a hard to find one. Literally, any parts store should have one.

• At NAPA, it's called an ECH ST85.
• AutoZone calls it a Duralast Solenoid Switch SS949.

It's not a mysterious uber-secret special military part. It's just a solenoid. They are everywhere.

Here's what you need to look for:

• 4 terminals.
• 100 amp continuous duty rating.
• None of the 4 terminals have continuity to ground.

Any solenoid that meets those requirements will work just fine.

 

[Rrent]

I’ll probably pick one up local. The guy at the local Napa is sharp - doesn’t have to find it on the computer… “what color is your car?”.

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Those guys are worth their weight in gold!