starter shim

[dennislbrooks]

I can't remember which... If the starter gear squeals on withdrawal (after engine starts)-- does the shim go on engine side or outside for proper clearance?

[sneakysnake]

Usually squeals and simular sounds are dry bearings or bushings in the starter.Grinding or misengaging are from misalignment and the shims go between the starter and the engine block.

[dennislbrooks]

It is a new starter. usually there is a note for starter installation in the box --which I misplaced -- that says which side to put the shim depending on whether the noise in upon engagement or upon engine starting.