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Mallory Ignition Mallory COMP STARTER User Manual

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MALLORY IS A DIVISION OF THE MR. GASKET PERFORMANCE GROUP

550 MALLORY WAY, CARSON CITY, NEVADA 89701

(775) 882-6600

FAX (775) 887-4326

www.mrgasket.com

FORM #1434

(REV. C) 1/00

Made in U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A.

Starter Shims

When using a starter that bolts to the engine block, it is sometimes necessary

to shim the starter to get smooth engagement. If the starter grinds (does not

engage ring gear smoothly) when the key is turned, shims may be required.

Mallory Comp

®

Starters are designed to use the stock type shims available at

any auto parts store. Start with the thinnest shim. Do not use any more shims

than necessary to get smooth engagement. No more than .093" of total shims

should ever be used. If the starter still does not engage smoothly, check the

ring gear teeth for damage.

NOTE: If the starter engages the ring gear but is noisy while turning

the engine over, too many shims are being used or the ring gear/pin-

ion gear is damaged.