Has anyone ever had to shim there starter? I had the starter rebuilt today because the drive gear was hitting the flexplate and a cracked case. I put in the rebuilt starter and the problem is even worse. I have to click the starter 4 to 8 times for it to start.

 

Very common on any SBC.

 

What size shims should I try first? I have never had to shim a starter before.

 

It is very common to have to shim a starter. Production tolerances, I guess?

http://www.carcraft.com/howto/2988/index3.html

Rich

 

Sorry to jump on this, but im waiting for my pcm to come back after a reprogram--When i pick up my car it made a noise i didnt have before my CC-502 only was installed--Did they have to remove my starter? Know its hard to say without seeing my car but is there a quick fix i can do while im waiting for my Pcm or at least look at--Thanks Dwayne