It seems to me the shim should be the same shape as the starter, like a metal gasket. That way no water could get in there. Am I right? Unless the shim stuck to the engine or bellhousing, mine had no shim when I replaced the starter (replaced the first day I had it!).
'89 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 four door, street glow shifter knob, 215/70R15 Mastercrafts.
'89 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 four door, street glow shifter knob, 215/70R15 Mastercrafts.