Starter Shim Kit

The Starter Shim Kit (MPN 54-952) from TILTON is a precision-engineered component set designed for high-performance starter assembly adjustment in automotive applications. These shims serve a critical function in optimizing starter gear mesh and pinion engagement, ensuring reliable cranking performance and extended component life. Whether you're building a competition engine, servicing a performance vehicle, or diagnosing starter-related issues, this kit provides the essential shim options needed for proper starter calibration.

Each shim in this starter kit measures 0.062 inches in thickness and features a round or housing-shaped profile, allowing for precise adjustment of starter pinion-to-ring gear clearance. The 0.062-inch thickness specification is industry-standard for fine-tuning starter engagement depth, reducing both noise and wear during engine starting cycles. TILTON's Super Starter lineup incorporates quality materials and tight tolerances to withstand repeated thermal cycling and high-current demands. The compact kit format (3.8 x 0.65 x 6.25 inches, weighing just 0.06 lbs) packages multiple shims in a convenient, portable configuration suitable for garage, shop, or field service applications.

Technicians, performance builders, and serious enthusiasts benefit most from having this starter shim kit on hand for quick adjustments without full starter replacement. Proper shim selection eliminates starter drag, reduces electrical load on battery systems, and prevents premature ring gear or pinion teeth damage. The kit is compatible with TILTON Super Starter systems and similar OEM-style starters that use shim-based depth adjustment. Installation requires basic mechanical knowledge and access to starter assembly documentation; correct shim thickness selection is verified through test-fit procedures before final engine assembly or reinstallation.