1971-1972 starter

[D S.]

Which is correct for a September 1971 built 350/200 automatic---1108427 or 1108430? If either which is easier to find?

Thanks,
Scott Sims
Texas Chapter

[Joe L.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Which is correct for a September 1971 built 350/200 automatic---1108427 or 1108430? If either which is easier to find?

Thanks,
Scott Sims
Texas Chapter

Scott-----


Delco-Remy says GM #1108430 was originally used. The 1108427 was primarily used for passenger cars with 2 barrel carburetors. However, I suppose it's possible that some 1971 Corvettes might have alternately received the 1108427. Either starter would have functioned OK for the application.

[D S.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Anyone? I tried the archives and only got more confused. References to 1108427 and 1108338 and 1108430 and one can be used for both 4-speed and automatics.

[Keith L.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

I have a Aug 71 built base motor 4sp car. I'm think it has the 430. I'll try to check it tomorrow.

[Joe L.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

All------


So what's the difference between an 1108427 and an 1108430? The 1108427 is a standard torque starter and the 1108430 is a high torque starter. Both use the aluminum, 2 long bolt nose and will fit 1971 Corvettes with THM-400.

[D S.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

All------


So what's the difference between an 1108427 and an 1108430? The 1108427 is a standard torque starter and the 1108430 is a high torque starter. Both use the aluminum, 2 long bolt nose and will fit 1971 Corvettes with THM-400.

Thanks, Joe. When I see the term 'will fit' it makes me squirm as that is what I see on eBay a lot. That doesn't mean it is correct for that particular application. The JG states that either could be used. What is recommended for the 350/200? High torque?

[Gerard Q.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

I can tell you my May 71 build 350/270 auto has the 430 starter.

[Edward J.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Scott, my 72 L48 auto. has a 430 starter and I don't recall ever seeing a 427 starter before. there may have been a shortage or something somewhere along in production.

[D S.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Thanks, Ed. The JG states that both were used in both 1971 and 1972 for 350 automatics. I am leaning toward the 1108430. Now to find one that is dated before September 1971.

[Joe L.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Thanks, Joe. When I see the term 'will fit' it makes me squirm as that is what I see on eBay a lot. That doesn't mean it is correct for that particular application. The JG states that either could be used. What is recommended for the 350/200? High torque?

Scott-----


In this case, my use of the term "will fit" means that GM could have installed either starter on a 1971 Corvette. Both starters were also available at that time.

For 1968-70, GM generally used standard torque starters on base engines. For 1971 this began to change and, it could be that both type starters were used. So, I expect that's why both the 1108427 and 1108430 are shown. I expect that some original cars have been found with the 1108427, but I also expect that such installations are in the minority. Still, if you showed up with one, according to the JG it would be deemed acceptable.

[D S.]

Re: 1971-1972 starter

Thanks to all for your comments and assistance. I may have actually found a 1108430 today that is dated April 1971. I would prefer a closer date to September 1971 but beggers can't be choosers.