Starter swap

Tiny
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  • 1990 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
Will a starter off of a 2007 Chevrolet suburban 5.3 l fit into a 1990 Chevrolet Silverado K1500 5.3 l?
Thursday, June 9th, 2022 AT 6:36 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

The starter from a 2007 will not fit a 1990.
Also, in 1990 they didn't have a 5.3L option. It was 5.7L or 5.0L, or a 4.3L V6.

Here is a helpful guide on starter replacement:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Thursday, June 9th, 2022 AT 8:41 AM

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