I wanted you guys to see these pictures. I have the flywheel back as well as the starter. As you will see, I put the engine plate on, the flywheel wheel snugged up and the starter simply bolted to the flywheel. From my view, the flywheel seems to line up perfectly, however notice how close the starter gear is to the flywheel in its resting position...seems very close to me...guessing a distance of about 10 sheets of paper.
Curious as to what you guys think..