Starter / Bellhousing Problem
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Burning Brakes
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From: flemington n.j.
Starter / Bellhousing Problem
I just installed a new 621 Bellhousing (Kiesler) along with a new 11'' clutch and 168 tooth GM flywheel on a 1972 350 base motor. I also purchased a new starter (Delco) for a manual trans. When I turn the motor over by hand the ring gear on the flywheel is rubbing on the starter housing. I tryed starter shims which gives me clearance but when I test the solinod the starter gear gets stuck in the flywheel. Any ideas?
Last edited by SS164; Sep 28, 2010 at 09:30 PM.
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From: At my Bar drinking and wrenching in Lafayette Colorado
Use the starter for a 1969 427 4-spd. This is a cast-iron-nosed starter with a chamfer on the iron nose. It will line up correctly with your large flywheel, 621 bellhousing and 350 block. You can get one from NAPA.
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