Starter in a 1974 Chevy Truck

Tiny
POGO5A
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  • 1974 CHEVROLET TRUCK
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 35,000 MILES
No matter what I do install the high torque starter with shims or without, when I try to start the truck I get a loud grinding noise.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 AT 1:22 AM

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Tiny
RIVERMIKERAT
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Make sure you have the right starter. Make sure it is properly mated to the block/transmission. Make sure there is nothing contaminating the mating surfaces. If possible, remove the inspection cover and watch what's happening as you attempt to start the truck. Remove the coil wire to prevent it from starting, you want to see how the starter is engaging the teeth on the flywheel/flexplate. Make sure the teeth on both parts match up properly.
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Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 AT 1:06 AM

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