the only time my Z ever took that long to start was when the optispark was on its way out.

What octane fuel are you running at that car?

I believe that I read that you have replaced the opti????

 

All I'm hearing is a possible starter to flywheel/flexplate bad mesh noise.

 

Just replaced Opti. Ok thanks im hoping thats all it is. I was under the car this morning and looking on how to remove the starter. Is there a way to get it out without removing the exhaust? I dont see many writeups and shbox doesnt have anything up.

 

have headers now but if i remember right you have to pull it forward and then out gear end first.