[DeTomaso] DB electric starter bites the dust

[Jeff Udelson]

Several years ago I decided to replace my OEM starter. It worked OK but during the summer it often suffered from heat soak with slow spins.
I read all of the rave reviews about the DB starters and the modest cost.  However when I found out that they were Chinese sourced I decided to spend the additional money to purchase a US sourced product. The unit I purchased is a Power Master "Mastertorque"  linked below. It is pricey compared to the DB but is high quality, spins and starts quickly. 
 
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/pwm-9604/applications/make/ford/model/mustang/engine-size/5-8l-351/year/1972
 
I consider myself as most Pantera owners a frugal shopper. But I believe in putting my big mouth of never ever buying Chinese when there is a US produced product available. Just recently I tried buying Motorcraft spark plugs but they are now produced in China. Champion plugs however are still US produced and now power the Cleveland. Sadly with every passing day there are fewer and fewer auto parts that will be produced anywhere but China. 
 
Until than guys "Buy American" or North American, anywhere but friggin China !