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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 02:30 PM
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Does anyone know if there is any shims on a '89's starter?
The Haynes manual doesn't show any, but my '89 Chevy Corvette service manual shows that there is one.
Don't recall taking them off and besides, can't find them.
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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 03:41 PM
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i think its if you need them thing with some variables depending on wear and brand of starter and they are not always the same number of shims. i just kept doing trial and error until i got it right
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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 05:59 PM
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Yea, I think that you are right. It also mentioned putting some sealer on too.
I guess it wouldn't hurt.
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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 06:17 PM
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I was expecting to find shims when I pulled my starter as well and guess what? No shims to be found! :)
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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 11:15 PM
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Well ya know on further investigtion, the detail that I saw also explained what the use of the shim was for. There is 2 diferent sizes with GM numbers to correct "noises". The diagram that was shown of the starter was the only one and it showed shims.
Sooooo I presumed (not assumed) that it was to have it.
The service manual GM) went on to say to use sealant.
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