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1998 Chevrolet Truck Burning out starters

Tiny
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET TRUCK
  • V6
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 95,000 MILES
I have installed 3 different starters into my truck in the last year, and the starters continue to quit on me. I am about to put on my 4th starter since last April. What could the underlying problem be?
Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 AT 8:37 AM

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Tiny
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I f they aren't shimmed correctly they will eat starters up. Your engagement is off probably and needs at least 1 shim to correct it. They are available at auto parts. Read instructions in box next starter. They should tell you
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