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There are two large bolts which hold your starter to the block. you can try tightening these or a better idea is to go to your local parts store and pick up a couple of shims. Stick them in the gaps and then tighten the bolts down.

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Q: The starter on your 1984 caprice classic is loose how do you tighten it down?
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