starter shimming

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T. Penick - 05 Nov 2004 05:11 GMT

I replaced the starter on my 90 GMC (350 cid / auto trans) but didn't have
time to check the clearance. It's starting fine and running with no new
noises (i.e. flywheel grinding or something)... should I yank the inspecting
cover to check the clearance? What problems could improper clearance cause?
Chipped flywheel tooth?

Thanks in advance,
Tom

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Randd01 - 05 Nov 2004 11:17 GMT

If its too tight the bendix will not return and your starter will stay engaged.
If its too loose the teeth may break off.
If it didn't have a shim chances are it wont need one.

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Tom Penick - 06 Nov 2004 00:31 GMT

> If its too tight the bendix will not return and your starter will stay engaged.
> If its too loose the teeth may break off.
> If it didn't have a shim chances are it wont need one.

It had shims with it (it's a reman) and a little rod to check the
clearance.... I just ran out of time.

I may try to check it this weekend.

Thanks,
Tom

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Randd01 - 06 Nov 2004 03:24 GMT

I meant the original starter that you took out. If it didn't have a shim it
won't need one.

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Tom Penick - 10 Nov 2004 03:05 GMT

> I meant the original starter that you took out. If it didn't have a shim it
> won't need one.

Oh. The guys at AutoZone implied that since the reman process may
have required machining on the mounting face a shim may be necessary.

I still haven't gotten around to checking it!

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