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**ChiefRocka** · 01-20-2007, 02:19 PM

What's up guys...Been a long. My project "rock-a-billy" needs a new starter. Currently it has the older style starter thru the 3-speed. Can I run a block mounted style starter?? What, if any, changes do i have to do ??

John

poorboy · 01-20-2007, 03:03 PM

The block mount should work fine as long as it will fit into the bell housing.

**ChiefRocka** · 01-21-2007, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by poorboy

The block mount should work fine as long as it will fit into the bell housing.

Cool man...I'll give it a shot. I just remembered I have an old block mount starter (bad unit) that I can test fit before I order the new one.

John

Chevyboy1962 · 01-22-2007, 12:12 AM

If your truck is running a 3 speed manual trans, you will need to replace it with a manual trans starter that bolts to the bellhousing. If you truck has the automatic trans, you can use the engine mount setup.

The cone on the automatic starter is bigger than the cone on a manual starter. My old neighbor found this out when doing a starter swap on his '67.
David

**ChiefRocka** · 01-22-2007, 09:42 AM

Is that the only issue ?? I could just open up the housing with the plasma if thats the case. What about flywheel teeth size ?? Were they different compared to like an auto flexplate ??? I wanted to drop in a gear reduction starter. (so I can easily start that HI-comp Kragen engine

)....na, just like the sound and I have one readily available for cheap. Thanks again guys !!

John

Shorty Cox · 01-22-2007, 06:41 PM

John,

I have a few questions. Why? How many years has the current setup worked? What is the advantage to making the change? And, will the change justify the cost?

But, to answer your question. With enough money, one can do anything.

**slepysal** · 01-22-2007, 11:39 PM

Chief whats up? Man, with your skills you can make it work.

jimfulco · 01-23-2007, 01:34 AM

Are the noses interchangeable?

**ChiefRocka** · 01-23-2007, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Shorty Cox

John,

I have a few questions. Why? How many years has the current setup worked? What is the advantage to making the change? And, will the change justify the cost?

But, to answer your question. With enough money, one can do anything.

WHY? - 1) I like the sound of a 4:1 starter
- 2) I can get one for cheap (FREE !)
- 3) The engine will eventually be rebuilt to a higher compression

I'm sure the current set up has worked for a long time (not sure, I haven't had the truck not even a year yet). And yes it will justify the cost. I am getting the new starter for free (brand new)....and a replacement or rebuilding of the current starter is far more expensive than even a stock block mounted starter !!!

And ya, what SLEPY said!!!!!

John

01-20-2007, 02:19 PM	#1
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Starter question.... What's up guys...Been a long. My project "rock-a-billy" needs a new starter. Currently it has the older style starter thru the 3-speed. Can I run a block mounted style starter?? What, if any, changes do i have to do ?? John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 01-20-2007 at 02:20 PM.

01-20-2007, 03:03 PM	#2
poorboy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oregon City, Or Posts: 758	Re: Starter question.... The block mount should work fine as long as it will fit into the bell housing.

01-22-2007, 12:12 AM	#4
Chevyboy1962 C10 now is a GMC Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 740	Re: Starter question.... If your truck is running a 3 speed manual trans, you will need to replace it with a manual trans starter that bolts to the bellhousing. If you truck has the automatic trans, you can use the engine mount setup. The cone on the automatic starter is bigger than the cone on a manual starter. My old neighbor found this out when doing a starter swap on his '67. David __________________ 1962 C10 swb fleetside, big window, custom cab 350/TH350 combo...Hot Rod 1963 C10 lwb fleetside, small window 230/4 speed...Blvd Cruiser *1931 Ford 5 window coupe (soon to be Hot Rod)... Father & Son project

01-22-2007, 09:42 AM	#5
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Starter question.... Is that the only issue ?? I could just open up the housing with the plasma if thats the case. What about flywheel teeth size ?? Were they different compared to like an auto flexplate ??? I wanted to drop in a gear reduction starter. (so I can easily start that HI-comp Kragen engine )....na, just like the sound and I have one readily available for cheap. Thanks again guys !! John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

01-22-2007, 06:41 PM	#6
Shorty Cox Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Liberal, Ks, Us Posts: 1,091	Re: Starter question.... John, I have a few questions. Why? How many years has the current setup worked? What is the advantage to making the change? And, will the change justify the cost? But, to answer your question. With enough money, one can do anything.

01-22-2007, 11:39 PM	#7
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: Starter question.... Chief whats up? Man, with your skills you can make it work.

01-23-2007, 01:34 AM	#8
jimfulco Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Shreveport LA Posts: 3,170	Re: Starter question.... Are the noses interchangeable?



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