Do I need a differant starter?

[TxCajun]

My truck is a bit of a Frankenstein of different parts, and I discovered that the standard Chevy starters would not fit the combination of six cylinder engine, 10.4" clutch, 153T flywheel, and truck bellhousing. (Previous owner had "solved" the problem by breaking off part of the bell housing casting ear.) For a solution with a non-modified bell housing, I decided to go with a mini gear reduction starter which fits and mounts to the block. These starters are smaller and might also help with your exhaust header clearance problem. I got my starter from JEGS but Summit has them also; paid about $120.