hey guys im almost finished installing my 5.3/th400 setup in my 96 mustang. The long block I bought did not come with a starter nor did it come with bolts. From what ive read, a ls1 starter will work on a 5.3? Since im using a th400 ive installed the 6.0 flat flexplate. Does any of this have any bearing on using a high torque style ls1 starter? im also seeing the 2long bolt vs. one long one short bolt setup. I know my motor is PRE-04 so is there a difference on what I should use? Sorry this is my first ls setup lol Ive been looking at the ebay ls1 starters due to the ability to clock them for header clearance vs a standard no rotational oem starter. Any help is greatly appreciated!

 

Ls1 starter will work and the bolts should be the same size if it's an oem style.