[C2] Replacement Starter
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Racer
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From: Hilbert WI
Replacement Starter
Looking for a replacement starter for my 67 327/300.
The original one is pretty weak after the engine is warm. I am going to keep the original and get it rebuilt but i want another one for a spare and to use while the original is rebuilt.
What is the difference between the big block starter and the small block starter? I see some say with or without heavy duty clutch.
Are all the ring gears the same for BB and SB? If one has a better solenoid, I would rather that one.
The original one is pretty weak after the engine is warm. I am going to keep the original and get it rebuilt but i want another one for a spare and to use while the original is rebuilt.
What is the difference between the big block starter and the small block starter? I see some say with or without heavy duty clutch.
Are all the ring gears the same for BB and SB? If one has a better solenoid, I would rather that one.
Racer
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From: Montrose New York
you should be able to pick up a rebuilt starter for your small block at NAPA or any of the other retail parts outlets. Usually they will require you surrender a core or pay a core charge. Most of these rebuild units get new brushes, bearings, solenoid and any faulty parts found. The last one I got was really cheap around $30.00, but it had a cheap Chinese solenoid that only last about 6 months.
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Takes a good couple hours to rebuild yours that includes R/R. Why not just get the rebuild parts and do it. I see no reason to buy anther one
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Racer
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Do you have a recommendation on what parts to get?
is it just solenoid and brushes?
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Others may chime in but yes those parts. Standard Products sold at any good parts store is a good choice. And paint to make look all new
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I am certain MANY starter rebuild companies can do this: local or mail order. I used John Pirkle many years ago. They may still do this work. Ken Bruno is another well know rebuilder. Again, a local rebuilder should/can also do this work if he is good.
FWIW.
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Racer
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From: Hilbert WI
or does it have the bolts diagonal? I have straight across but wondering if there is another hole that I cannot see that would support a diagonal starter bolt pattern.
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John, there is a lot of info related to SB/BB starters in this thread, you might want to check it out. I think you'll find answers to some of your questions there.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...k-starter.html
Tom Parsons (DZAuto) has a tremendous body of knowledge related to the various starters and bell-housings used on Chevrolet engines throughout the years and I would pay particular attention to what he says. If you have a question that is still unanswered, just send him a PM.
Good Luck... GUSTO
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...k-starter.html
Tom Parsons (DZAuto) has a tremendous body of knowledge related to the various starters and bell-housings used on Chevrolet engines throughout the years and I would pay particular attention to what he says. If you have a question that is still unanswered, just send him a PM.
Good Luck... GUSTO
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. I think mine is 2410.