im with banshee. theres a short somewhere causing this! look for the problem rather than for a solution that wont work. the heat sheild will take care of the heat issue to protect it from the exhaust. a mini starter is a compact high torque unit that is designed for tight spaces. not always needed but if you have not room they r the way to go.
Andy
due to budget cutbacks, the light at the end of the tunnel has been disconnected for non payment.