Starter removal with the oil pan out?

Starter can be removed without removing anything.

I'm going to crawl under the car tonight and take a good look.

Steve

Steve Hi

I just removed the OEM old starter and replaced it by high torque one. I was worried to get the old monster out, but could do it without removing anything. There is one position with gear up to get it out. I have the 4 in 2 in 1 header for ANSA exh. AND KEVKO PAN!

Matthias

I had a ten quart Kevko pan on my Cleveland engine powered Pantera and there was no problem with removing the starter with that oil pan.

Steve, when you get around to replacing the cut crossmember with a removable one, remember to NOT pull the rails together if the fit is too loose. Instead, shim as required for a slip fit. Likewise, if its too tight, don't force the things. Maybe selective grinding on the crossmember ends will allow things to fit up. Both forcing or pulling in with the a-arm bolt will somewhat change your rear wheel alignment by repositioning the lower rear a-arm(s).

To answer my own question.... Once the oil pan it out there is plenty of room to work on the starter. I’ll start putting things back together this week. I don’t have much time these days to work on the car so projects tend to stretch out.