tomw, if you see this, what is the fix for the issue with the starter bolt holes being machined off? I have a lift I know this is the issue with. When the motor is pulled and the starter engaged the teeth do not mesh in far enough to get a good seat with the flywheel. I tried shaving the starter and that got it to fit a little better but in time it managed to give me the same problem chewing up starters and flywheels all the same. I know what sound you are talking about almost like a scratching sound that is created by this problem and it's not normal for it to be like that. I've spent alot of money and time on this lift any extra input would be helpful.