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jfrank133 · 07-31-2005, 10:44 AM

1st time in removing a starter and i need a little help. Is there any special way in removing and istalling it. I only saw two bolts at the bottom, is that the only two that I must remove so i can take it down. please let me know.

magnethead · 07-31-2005, 11:15 AM

i believe thats how it was on our camaro..2 bolts should be it...might need to move the exhaust around a bit.

WakBordr7387 · 07-31-2005, 12:27 PM

Yes its the 2 bolts that go into the block. Then on the soloniod there is 3 wires bolted to it that you must remove to get the starter out. And just for good measure since you said this is your first time takeing a starter out, Be sure to disconnect the battery. If you don't youll see a spark show within 6" of your face

boxrodz · 07-31-2005, 12:46 PM

... spark shower

Just a couple of other things...

You may find it easier to disconnect the wires from the starter/solenoid terminal while the starter is mounted to the block, if you can get to them. You may also want to remove the bell housing cover to check the starter-to-flywheel clearance after you replace it. GM recommends 0.020 to 0.060. A standard paper clip works well as a gauge since it's about 0.035. Use shims if need be to obtain the proper clearance. It's not too bad of a job. Good luck.

jfrank133 · 07-31-2005, 01:34 PM

thanks a bunch guys, I appreciate all the help.

71-longbed · 07-31-2005, 04:26 PM

when putting the new starter back in .. use a floor jack to hold the starter up while you align it .. its alittle easier on the arms ... torque the bolts to about 25 ft-lbs

86 GMG · 08-01-2005, 10:11 AM

it maybe a little to late but before you leave the parts store have them check your new starter i have put new out of the box starters on before and they were bad they did work but not real well good luck and be careful

07-31-2005, 10:44 AM	#1
jfrank133 AUSTIN TX Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 135	Question about my Starter 1st time in removing a starter and i need a little help. Is there any special way in removing and istalling it. I only saw two bolts at the bottom, is that the only two that I must remove so i can take it down. please let me know.

07-31-2005, 12:27 PM	#3
WakBordr7387 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 45	Yes its the 2 bolts that go into the block. Then on the soloniod there is 3 wires bolted to it that you must remove to get the starter out. And just for good measure since you said this is your first time takeing a starter out, Be sure to disconnect the battery. If you don't youll see a spark show within 6" of your face __________________ 86' C-10 Silverado 85' C4 Corvette When in doubt, BURN OUT!!

07-31-2005, 12:46 PM	#4
boxrodz Until Seventy Times Seven Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rocky Mountain Front Range Posts: 1,301	... spark shower Just a couple of other things... You may find it easier to disconnect the wires from the starter/solenoid terminal while the starter is mounted to the block, if you can get to them. You may also want to remove the bell housing cover to check the starter-to-flywheel clearance after you replace it. GM recommends 0.020 to 0.060. A standard paper clip works well as a gauge since it's about 0.035. Use shims if need be to obtain the proper clearance. It's not too bad of a job. Good luck. __________________ boxRODz 1983 C10 SWB Fleetside When two halves is gone, there's nuthin left. Two nothings is nuthin. That's mathematics son. You can argue with me but you can't argue with figures. Two half nothings is a whole nuthin...

07-31-2005, 04:26 PM	#6
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	when putting the new starter back in .. use a floor jack to hold the starter up while you align it .. its alittle easier on the arms ... torque the bolts to about 25 ft-lbs __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

08-01-2005, 10:11 AM	#7
86 GMG Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tulsa Oklahoma Posts: 943	it maybe a little to late but before you leave the parts store have them check your new starter i have put new out of the box starters on before and they were bad they did work but not real well good luck and be careful __________________ square body trucks an addiction or an investment either way they consume all my extra time and money

07-31-2005, 11:15 AM	#2
magnethead 7000 #'s of american IRON Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: north tx Posts: 883	i believe thats how it was on our camaro..2 bolts should be it...might need to move the exhaust around a bit.

07-31-2005, 01:34 PM	#5
jfrank133 AUSTIN TX Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 135	thanks a bunch guys, I appreciate all the help.



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