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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 07:46 AM
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I'm pulling my starter out today to have it tested are here any surprises that i may encounter like exhaust being in the way? 1984 with Crossfire w/ automatic transmission
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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 11:30 AM
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Not really, the key for me is getting the vette high enough off the ground...don't forget to disconnect the battery first.
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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 11:49 AM
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I just replaced my starter on my 92. The exhaust was in the way. I disconnected the flange so I could move the exhaust pipe enough to drop the starter. The nuts were rusted so I had to use PB Blaster. Also had to move the shield on the rear housing a little as it was in the way.
Disconnect the battery and before doing the starter, disconnect the wires from it otherwise it'll hang by the wires. I jacked the front end up enough and used jack stands along with some 2X4's to increase the height. I think I had my car raised a little under two feet but it was solid on the stands plus I left the floor jack in place.
Good luck.
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Originally Posted by zcool
exhaust being in the way?
If your 84 is like my 85, it won't be in the way. Folks with later model years that have pre-cats have some "issues."


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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 02:03 PM
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Thanks for all the input the Crossover pipe is in the way hope i can break it free and thanks again guys
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I just did my 93 Auto Coupe, it was the easiest starter I ever did. Nothing in the way, nothing to move. The LT1 uses the small reduction drive starter.
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