I asked this in my 347 build thread but got no response so, 

Back to the starter debate. I originally ordered one of the mini high torque starters
then realized it was for an auto trans so I sent it back and got one for a manual. The only
caveat was that it said it would only work on a 164 tooth flywheel.(I used a 157 tooth on this 
build). Since most here agreed the only difference was auto or manual I went ahead & got it. 
Went to put it on this AM and had enough sense to compare it to my old one(which worked fine 
with a 164 tooth manual flywheel & bellhousing). There is a huge difference in the length of 
the shaft (about a 1/4") and the orientation of the gear in the housing (the old one is 
centered and the new is offset to the left).

Pics:




I thought the mini would help with the headers but I sure don't want to do anything 
to damage the new to me aluminum bellhousing. Which one is the correct one for the
157 tooth manual?

Thanks,

Joel S.