I just got my car back with the re-manned engine and the starter is struggling a lot.. It's taken a few tries to get it to turn over just about every time I try.. It's overbored a little and the compression is higher (not much, but 11:1), so I'm thinking maybe that helped the starter on its way..

It's definately the starter though, had the battery load tested and the wires checked while it was in for the 500 mile checkup and I also hear the starter solenoid clicking so I'm sure it's the starter.. I saw on here that the LT4 starter was cheaper, smaller, and a little better than the LT1 starter.. I'm assuming that's through JasonC? If not, where can I find the best deal? And if so, where can I go to order from him? Last question, how hard is it to switch the starter? I know it's just a few bolts and off, but is there anything blocking the access to the bolts? I do have jackstands so ground clearance shouldn't be a problem.

Thanks!

 

Jason would be a good person to get the starter from. Some people are able to get the starter by the y-pipe and others have trouble. Make sure you disconnect the battery first.

 

Thanks.. Where can I get in touch with Jason? Does he have a website?

 

Best to call him.

Jason Cromer: 877-726-8295 or 850-243-8826 (direct parts dept ph #)
email: parts@samtaylor.com
Sam Taylor Buick/Cadillac Ft. Walton Beach, FL

 

I got one last week from Jason and it was 149.95 + 10 shipping..
Car turns over much faster than with the LT1 starter..
Also a side not e the solenoid on these starters cannot be replaced..
I had to drop Y pipe to change it also..[A4]
That turned into a nightmare that is another story