CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion

C3 Tech/Performance V8 Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Basic Tech and Maintenance for the C3 Corvette
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Starter question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:05 PM
Share
  #1  
VettAgra's Avatar
VettAgra
Thread Starter
Instructor
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 109
Likes: 2
From: Hillsville VA
Default Starter question
I am getting ready to install headers on my 76 350 and would like to replace my old oil soaked starter with a new one. The two options that I have been thinking about: High torque mini or lightweight starter from 93-97 lt1. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Kevin
Reply
0
Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:13 PM
Share
  #2  
Durango_Boy's Avatar
Durango_Boy
Team Owner
 
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Default
The late model truck starters, are high torque and mini.

Edit: Excludes LS engine starters.
Last edited by Durango_Boy; Nov 5, 2008 at 06:22 PM.
Reply
0
Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:21 PM
Share
  #3  
VettAgra's Avatar
VettAgra
Thread Starter
Instructor
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 109
Likes: 2
From: Hillsville VA
Default
Around what years?

Thanks for your reply and all your help so far

Kevin
Last edited by VettAgra; Nov 5, 2008 at 06:24 PM.
Reply
0
Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:47 PM
Share
  #4  
Duke94's Avatar
Duke94
Le Mans Master
25 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 6,640
Likes: 287
From: Ann Arbor Michigan
Default
Originally Posted by Durango_Boy
The late model truck starters, are high torque and mini.

Edit: Excludes LS engine starters.
I think GM changed the starter mounting bolt pattern sometime in the early 70's. Went from stagered holes to inline or something like that.
Reply
0
Old Nov 5, 2008 | 06:51 PM
Share
  #5  
Gordonm's Avatar
Gordonm
Race Director
25 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 1999
Posts: 19,610
Likes: 778
From: Forked River NJ
Default
Originally Posted by Duke94
I think GM changed the starter mounting bolt pattern sometime in the early 70's. Went from stagered holes to inline or something like that.
The larger flywheels, 168 tooth used a staggered bolt setup the small, 153 tooth used a straight bolt pattern. I have the mini GM starter from the mid 90s cars/trucks and it works great. Never a problem hot or cold.
Reply
0
Old Nov 6, 2008 | 05:48 PM
Share
  #6  
VettAgra's Avatar
VettAgra
Thread Starter
Instructor
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 109
Likes: 2
From: Hillsville VA
Default
I have both staggered and straight holes. If the PO hasnt changed the flywheel, how many teeth should it have? What years is the mini starter used?
Reply
0
Old Nov 6, 2008 | 10:39 PM
Share
  #7  
markdtn's Avatar
markdtn
Le Mans Master
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 7,720
Likes: 12
From: Chattanooga TN
Default
Mini starter is used on C4s, 88 up I believe. 95-97 (as applicable) B-body and F-body with 5.7L LT1. Also trucks and Suburbans, at least 4wd 90-99.
Reply
0
Old Nov 6, 2008 | 11:02 PM
Share
  #8  
Oldguard 7's Avatar
Oldguard 7
Melting Slicks
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 2,337
Likes: 14
From: Norfolk VA
Default
[QUOTE=Durango_Boy;1567743692]The late model truck starters, are high torque and mini.

can you be more specific about year make model vehicles with mini starters that will work with our C3 vettes.
Reply
0
Corvette Stories

The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!

 Brett Foote
story-3

Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-4

10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

 Michael S. Palmer
story-6

2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor

 Joe Kucinski
story-7

10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

 Joe Kucinski
Old Nov 7, 2008 | 08:31 AM
Share
  #9  
Durango_Boy's Avatar
Durango_Boy
Team Owner
 
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 24,125
Likes: 15
From: Columbia Missouri
Default
Originally Posted by Oldguard 7
can you be more specific about year make model vehicles with mini starters that will work with our C3 vettes.

Mark listed them above, they were the ones I was referring to.
Reply
0
Old Nov 7, 2008 | 11:11 PM
Share
  #10  
VettAgra's Avatar
VettAgra
Thread Starter
Instructor
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 109
Likes: 2
From: Hillsville VA
Default
Originally Posted by markdtn
Mini starter is used on C4s, 88 up I believe. 95-97 (as applicable) B-body and F-body with 5.7L LT1. Also trucks and Suburbans, at least 4wd 90-99.
So just to be sure, the F-bodies use the same number of teeth on the flywheel? Sorry I'm a little slow tonight.
Reply
0
Old Nov 7, 2008 | 11:27 PM
Share
  #11  
chvet73's Avatar
chvet73
Pro
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 605
Likes: 0
From: Alta Loma CA
Default
My Powermaster hi torque starter has given me great service. Had it for 8 years.
Reply
0

Get notified of new replies

To Starter question

Back to Subforum
C3 Tech/Performance
View Next Unread
Under dash vacuum hoses for headlight over-ride




Click for Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump
Trending Topics

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 12:31 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)

Slideshow: Ranking the top 10 Corvette engines by torque output.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:58:09


VIEW MORE
story-1
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!

Slideshow: A Corvette pace car nearly matching IndyCar speeds sounds exaggerated, until you look at the numbers.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-04 20:03:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!

Among a rather large group of them.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:56:44


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!

Slideshow: the top 10 things Corvette owners want in the C9 Corvette

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-30 12:41:15


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know

Slideshow: 10 Important Corvette 'firsts' that every fan should know.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 17:02:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

Slideshow: Should you buy a 2020-2026 Corvette or wait for 2027?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 10:08:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-24 16:12:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE
story-8
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

Slideshow: 5 most and least popular Corvette model years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 13:25:01


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette buyer's guide

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-17 16:41:08


VIEW MORE