96 Chev 4x4 5.7L starter

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The Shirker - 06 Apr 2007 23:09 GMT

I bought the new starter for My truck but the case is larger than
the one I just removed. I held it in place and the trans cooling lines
would rub but it looks like it would bolt up ok..I think the smaller
bodied starter is probably original equipment but do'nt know for
sure..I would hate for the engine vibrations to wear on the trans
lines..I could wrap the lines in that area but then always be worried
the wrap will come off and ruin the lines..
Any permanent fixes other than returning the starter for a smaller
one? The part stores are closed for Good Friday and My familys' Easter
get together is tomorrow about a 3 hour drive away.. I do'nt want to
use the larger starter for a day or two then return it for a smaller
one,that just is'nt "right".
Thanks.
Dean

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Mike - 07 Apr 2007 03:28 GMT

> I bought the new starter for My truck but the case is larger than
> the one I just removed. I held it in place and the trans cooling lines
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> Thanks.
> Dean

Are the trans lines metal ? If so just bend them out of the way so they
don't rub on the starter. Be careful not to kink them by bending them too
far.

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The Shirker - 07 Apr 2007 04:01 GMT

> > I bought the new starter for My truck but the case is larger than
> > the one I just removed. I held it in place and the trans cooling lines
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> don't rub on the starter. Be careful not to kink them by bending them too
> far.

My Brother said the same thing then added "but the way Your luck
has been going maybe You better not",heh heh..
I will take a better look at what shape(corrosion) the lines are in
come morning and decide then. I did give a light tug on them once but
did'nt want to wreck anything. Thanks Mike.

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