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Old Nov 14, 2021 | 01:46 PM
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Question LQ4 + Hooker Headers - Starter Problem - Help!

Hello. I dropped a LQ4 based 6.0 into my 83 Cutlass. I have the Hooker Blackheart Headers installed (70101506-3HKR - 1 7/8 primaries/3 collector). Has anyone on here used these headers? If so, what starter did you use? I've tried 3 different mini-starters and still can't get one that fits. I contacted Holley and they recommended the 5096 MSD Dynaforce. That's the latest one I tried. It was close, but will not clear the header enough to get into position (yes I changed the clocking position to help, still wouldn't clear). I'm tired of ordering and returning, so any advice here is appreciated. HELP!
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Old Nov 14, 2021 | 02:23 PM
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I should add the engine is about 11.5:1 compression.
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Is the starter hitting the boss on the block, or the header itself? I had to cut that boss off of a block I had with a set of hooker headers once. Starter would fit, I just couldn’t get it off.
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Old Nov 14, 2021 | 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Che70velle
Is the starter hitting the boss on the block, or the header itself? I had to cut that boss off of a block I had with a set of hooker headers once. Starter would fit, I just couldn’t get it off.
It's hitting the header tube. Clearance on the block side is fine.
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Is the starter body hitting or the mounting area?
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Originally Posted by chevymec
Is the starter body hitting or the mounting area?
It's the body. I've tried clocking them, but even the tightest position doesn't quite clear enough.
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Sound like it is time to massage the header.
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