FEF
05-16-2008, 07:53
I've run into a nasty snag with my diesel conversion. The starter hits the drive axle that goes under the oil pan. It's about 1" too long.
Things that may work are:
- A starter that's about 1" shorter.
- A starter that's gear driven, but has the motor high and not low (like stock).
Does anyone make an after market starter?
This is a show stopper.
The other option is to have a flex plate made that's the Olds diameter (and tooth count) but with the bolt pattern and balanced for the 6.2/6.5. I'm not sure that easy either.
I could use a lead on where I might find one of these things.
Thanks,
Things that may work are:
- A starter that's about 1" shorter.
- A starter that's gear driven, but has the motor high and not low (like stock).
Does anyone make an after market starter?
This is a show stopper.
The other option is to have a flex plate made that's the Olds diameter (and tooth count) but with the bolt pattern and balanced for the 6.2/6.5. I'm not sure that easy either.
I could use a lead on where I might find one of these things.
Thanks,