{"product_id":"sb-bb-chevy-starter-shim-kit","title":"Chevy V8 Starter Shim Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper starter alignment is critical for reliable engine starting and long starter life. This Chevy V8 Starter Shim Kit includes the components needed to help fine-tune starter positioning and achieve proper engagement between the starter drive gear and flywheel or flexplate ring gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproper starter alignment can contribute to starter grinding, gear clash, excessive starter noise, hard engagement, and premature wear of starter and flywheel components. This shim kit helps installers adjust starter-to-ring gear clearance for smoother engagement and more reliable starter operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for use with compatible Small Block Chevy and Big Block Chevy starter applications, this kit includes housing shims, round shims, strip shims, and mounting bolts to assist with starter installation and alignment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly used during new starter installations, mini starter upgrades, engine swaps, and troubleshooting starter engagement issues, this kit can help achieve proper starter mesh on many Chevy 262, 265, 267, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350, 383, 400, 396, 402, 427, and 454 engine combinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for use with the Top Street Performance JM7001 high-torque starter, this kit provides the components commonly needed to properly position the starter for dependable operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Starter Shims Are Important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarter shims help adjust the position of the starter relative to the flywheel or flexplate. Proper alignment helps promote smooth starter engagement while reducing the risk of gear clash, grinding, or premature component wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Two Housing Shims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Two Round Shims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Two Strip Shims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Two Mounting Bolts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPATIBLE WITH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHEVROLET BIG BLOCK V8 GEN. I (MARK IV)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHEVROLET BIG BLOCK V8 GEN. V\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHEVROLET BIG BLOCK V8 GEN. VI\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHEVROLET SMALL BLOCK V8 GEN. I\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOTE: Includes housing shims, round shims, strip shims, and bolts for Chevy V8 starter (JM7001).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChevrolet Chevelle \/ Nova \/ Camaro\u003cbr\u003eChevrolet C10 \/ K10 Trucks\u003cbr\u003eChevrolet Impala \/ El Camino\u003cbr\u003eStreet rod, muscle car, and custom Chevy builds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOTES\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for GM Gen V LT direct-injection engine platforms.\u003cbr\u003eVerify pulley groove count, accessory spacing, and crankshaft fitment before installation.\u003cbr\u003eNot compatible with Gen III\/IV LS, Gen I Small Block Chevy, or Big Block Chevy engines.\u003cbr\u003eMini starter housing helps improve clearance around headers and oil pans.\u003cbr\u003eVerify staggered or straight mounting pattern requirements before installation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor: Natural\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct Type: Starter Shim Kit\u003cbr\u003e\nApplication: Small Block Chevy \u0026amp; Big Block Chevy\u003cbr\u003e\nCompatible Starter: TSP JM7001 High-Torque Starter\u003cbr\u003e\nShim Types Included: Housing Shims, Round Shims, Strip Shims\u003cbr\u003e\nQuantity Included: 2 Housing Shims, 2 Round Shims, 2 Strip Shims\u003cbr\u003e\nMounting Bolts Included: Yes\u003cbr\u003e\nIntended Use: Starter Alignment Adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Top Street Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49562268369192,"sku":"JM7001SK","price":32.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/8356\/5608\/files\/jm7001sk-1-1600_1.jpg?v=1732641776","url":"https:\/\/www.topstreetperformance.com\/products\/sb-bb-chevy-starter-shim-kit","provider":"Top Street Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}