When I used the original bolts, I too stacked washers and also wrapped shim stock around the shanks.
But GM does make bolts specifically for this application--Part # 12338064
I didn't get a "hi torque" starter, just a parts store stock replacement one. The first one did fail on me after a few months, but I got a new one free under warranty and have had no problem with it for several years now. Once in a while when it's hot I wonder for a moment if it will turn it over--but so far, it always has. Sounds like a Chrysler starter compared to the GM Flintstone one, but anymore I don't notice that.
Why not go with a gear reduction starter instead?
Why not go with a gear reduction starter instead?
Why, when this spins it for $47?
Why not go with a gear reduction starter instead?
Why, when this spins it for $47?
will it spin it when it is super hot? You can buy a used 88-91 vette gear reduction starter for 50.00
Why not go with a gear reduction starter instead?
Why, when this spins it for $47?
will it spin it when it is super hot? You can buy a used 88-91 vette gear reduction starter for 50.00
A hot engine turns over easier than a cold one.:confused2:
Why not go with a gear reduction starter instead?
Why, when this spins it for $47?
will it spin it when it is super hot? You can buy a used 88-91 vette gear reduction starter for 50.00
A hot engine turns over easier than a cold one.:confused2:
I meant a heat soaked starter, there is a pretty good reason why chevy guys like these starters verses there originals.
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Why, when this spins it for $47?
will it spin it when it is super hot? You can buy a used 88-91 vette gear reduction starter for 50.00
A hot engine turns over easier than a cold one.:confused2:
I meant a heat soaked starter, there is a pretty good reason why chevy guys like these starters verses there originals.
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LT1 starter, good choice
I bought a $180 starter back in 2005 or so, after very little use I realized it won't fit the later block and flywheel on my 383....
then I bought a cheap mini starter from Whiteperformance and that $80 starter works great since 2007 - I use a heat shield blanket to keep it somewhat cool.
That reminds me, I have to see where that other starter is and put it up for sale...