well i had the 68 out today and it seemed as though the starter would kick out and whine like a mopar almost, when we tried to start it??
I checked the battery cables and they look nasty!! would this be a reason for the starter acting like that ? i have had gm starters act funny not turn well etc.. but never heard one kick out like a mopar before!!!?? thanx Tony

 

Sounds like the solinoid is retracting the Bendix gear.
Repair you cables, but I think you'll find that your solinoid is shot.

 

Low voltage caused by low battery or corroded cables may be the culprit but it sounds more like the solenoid/bendix is not pulling in all the way, pull the starter apart and check it out- might be time for a new one.

 

Thanx i figured id replace the cables and then see if i need to rip the starter out!!! thanx again!!

 

If you "rip" the starter out, keep track of any shims between the starter and the block and put 'em back the same way.

 

Copy that on the shim thing 73 shark!! I did my first motor swap at 16 in a 68 camaro 327-350 but thanx for the heads up!!

 

You're welcome. Never know who's out there reading this stuff.

 

I heard that shark!! i am a member on the team chevelle web site as well and its crazy some guys that have never touched a wrench wanna know step by step how to swap a 307 to a 600 hp 454 on their first engine swap??? LOL

 

I must correct myself here,......
I ment to say...... sounds like the solinoid is not fully engaging the bendix gear.
One other thing, the gear may be stipping out, ya know, the teeth are worn.