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I think you need a starter with a cast iron nose cone - not the more common alloy/aluminum. I have a 5.7 Vortec with the 62 V-8 bellhousing and use a cast iron nose starter that mounts to the block. I have a 3 speed manual transmission and a 168 tooth flywheel. I think you can swap noses between starters so if you have a starter repair shop, they may be able to convert yours. I'm pretty sure it is the same if you are bolting the starter to the bellhousing - you need the "pointy", narrower cast iron nose. Good luck!