Colopopo

I used a grinder on the face of the starter and shaved it down about an 8th of an inch an was able to turn the motor over half a revolution or so. Maybe having it milled flat would be the ticket.

Well that's not good. I will start the search for that as well. Thanks for the input.

I have search relentlessly and haven't found the exact answer. Allow me to introduce my self, my name is Nick and I'm in Colorado. Recently picked up a 1948 special deluxe sedan. I love the car I have redone most of the interior and pulled the original 218 that was stuck. Picked up a 230 and transmission for $200. The engine had a broken ring land, replaced the piston honed re ringed and new bearings. I used the 230 4 bolt fly wheel. My problem now is the starter is having issues meshing with the flywheel. I have the starter that came with the engine but it is a foot operated stater and won't work in my car. The 218 starter doesn't have the length to contact the flywheel. So my real question is will a 230 car starter fix my problems? If so I can't find one to save my life. Napa, car quest, no one carries any remanufactued units. Anyone have any leads?? I appreciate this site and all the help it has to offer! Thanks Nick