Glenn-all
Hey- if the Buick starter fits, that's great. I tried it in 2 different
cars & it was close, but no go. Mine went in but rubbed when the engine
torqued over. No one has all the answers to all situations, especially
me.
Jim
Glenn wrote:
> James,
>
> I hate to contradict Jim as his several hundred
> thousand miles compared to my 300 miles on V8's is
> hardly any comparison :-) But I'm using the BOP 215
> starter in stock configuration on my V8 conversion.
> It is however, very very tight to the frame rails,
> around 1/2". Obviously this will not be enough
> depending on the exact location of your engine. I've
> actually had to change it in place. Possible, but not
> a fun job at all.
>
> I ran my first autocross this weekend. The V8 was a
> blast to drive. It became readily apparent that the
> problem was technique and not lack of power. Engine
> pulled strong well past 4k. Car experienced severe
> body roll, so a 3/4" sway bar is on the way as we
> speak. Gotta say, it was the most fun I've ever had
> in 2 minutes. I think this autocrossing is rapidly
> going to become my new pastime.
>
> Hope everyone is enjoying their V8's.
>
> Glenn
>
> 73/77 MG V8 with cone prints on both fenders :-)
>
> --- Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com> wrote:
>
> > used/am using this with GM 215's as well. The
> > original GM starter will not
> > clear the frame because of the solenoid location.
>
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