GM smallblock starters

[ImpalaKonrad]

Question for the group:

I need a starter for my 1966 283 V8 and was wondering the compatibility of other small block starters. I am assuming it has a 113 tooth flat ring gear so will almost any 350/4.3 starter bolt up?

[Two Lane Blacktop]

Re: GM smallblock starters

You should have no problem finding a starter for a '66 283.


This website below has lots of cross-reference info. --- HTH


Like this Chevy starter--fits practically everything!

http://www.db-starter-alternator.com/Items/pm300%20-%206562?

"Fits almost all Chevy V8 engines

and will replace the stock starter in <=======

283, 327, 350, 396, 427, & 454 engines" <=========

[HillbillySailor]

Re: GM smallblock starters

I recently installed a gear reduction starter out of a 90 S-10 4X4 with the 4.3 L V-6 into my friend's Camaro (SBC 350). Worked like a champ! Did a real good job of clearing his headers too. If you order one from a parts store, ensure you get the "small body" starter. The "large body" starter is a direct drive unit.

[CTX-SLPR]

Re: GM smallblock starters

Another option is the Corvette LT4 starter but I lost the part number for it.

[ImpalaKonrad]

Re: GM smallblock starters

thanks guys.

[fabricatordave]

Re: GM smallblock starters

chevy has two different fly wheels 153 tooth and 168 make sure you get the right one

[HillbillySailor]

Re: GM smallblock starters

chevy has two different fly wheels 153 tooth and 168 make sure you get the right one

Dave is right. The S-10 starter is for a 168 tooth flywheel.

[SleeperT-Bird87]

Re: GM smallblock starters

I used a LT1 gear reduction unit on my 153 tooth

[HillbillySailor]

Re: GM smallblock starters

I used a LT1 gear reduction unit on my 153 tooth

And if memory serves, GM used the LT1 from 1993 to 1997. I know the Corvette was the first to get the LT1 (1992, I think) and I know the Camaroes?Firebirds had the LT1 until 1997. The LT1 came in the Camaro/Firebird, Corvette, Caprice/Impala Sedan and Wagon, Buick Roadmaster Sedan and Wagon, and I think it even came in the Caddy Fleetwood. I thought I'd throw this info out there in case you wanted to dig through the junkyards for one if you have a 153 tooth flywheel.

[CTX-SLPR]

Re: GM smallblock starters

LT1/LT4/L99 applications:
92-96 Y-body (Corvette, LT4 96 only)
93-97 F-body (Firebird/Camaro, SLP Firehawks and SS's might have had LT4's)
94-96 B/D-Body (L99 base motor in Caprice, LT1 standard in Impala SS, Roadmaster, Fleetwood Brougham)

[min301]

Re: GM smallblock starters

That's a pretty popular application.

Should be easy to find.