OK, had the flywheel resurfaced and it's in place @ 85 ft-lbs. Two questions:
1) is there a measurement(s) that I can take to insure that the starter and flywheel share the optimum geometry? NOT talking about centering the bell housing (that comes later)
B) Is there any reason why I can't start the car with the flywheel bolted up as is? No clutch bolted up (which shouldn't matter, either way). No tranny, nor driveshaft either. connect battery and (with safety glasses) start her up?? It would be like a dyno, right? Just tryin' to think this through. Great chance to look for engine
oil leaks as well.
thanx. steve
ADD: When I get to the bell housing, can I use the dowels, or should I go to the trouble of centering with a dial indicator.??