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Old 03-17-2007, 03:14 PM   #1
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168 or 153 tooth flexplate
im getting ready to start ordering parts for my automatic swap. does it really matter if i use a 168 or 153 tooth flexplate. i know i have to check to make sure which one the starter works with. but i think the engine block has 2 set of starter holes. is one better than the other. the car had a manual so i know that that starter should work with a 153 tooth flexplate. any help would be great. thanks alot
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Old 03-17-2007, 05:21 PM   #2
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no it doesnt really matter

but use the right one for the starter nose you have

this what does matter

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Old 03-17-2007, 08:47 PM   #3
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I have a brand new GM 153 tooth flex plate that I took of my ZZ383 crate motor. If your interested in it $30.00 + shipping.

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The 153 tooth is smaller and lighter, and its what our cars came with, so use that one.
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sure its probably lighter but not going to make any difference to the driver or anyone else

im using 168 in mine


just gotta make sure the right starter nose is there is all

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my starter doesnt have a nose. it is a jegs gear reduction mini starter. there add says it is for 153-168 tooth flexplate. ill just get a 153 tooth flexplate.
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Just make sure you get the right one with the right balance. Probally externally balanced...
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yeah my motor is all internally balanced, so that means i should get an internally balanced flexplate right?
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Yes. If your motor is internally balanced you need a flexplate without a weight.
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Yes. If your motor is internally balanced you need a flexplate without a weight.
one piece rms engines are "internally balanced" but the flexplate still has that bat wing shaped weight on one end. FYI.
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