Just finished an engine swap in my 87 Raider. The engine that came out was a 2.6L 4cyl. with an automatic transmission. The engine that went in is also a 2.6L 4cyl. that came out of an 87 Mitsubishi Montero with a manual transmission. So all said and done, I have the Montero eng. hooked up to the automatic trans. in the Raider. My problem is the starter drive gear wont disengage from the driveplate when trying to start. I tested the starter, it is o.k. Also tried shimming the starter, still no success. My question to anyone out there is this; what are the measurements of the crankshaft adapter, crankshaft bushing, and adapter plates that are used in the driveplate assembly to the back of the motor? Im thinkin there is a spacing problem in that area. Any response would be appreciated, Im goin nuts here!!!

her bush buggy 87 Dodge Raider orig w/2.6l auto.trans to 2.6l auto. trans(had a man.trans hooked to it from 87 monty.) 4wd [color:"red"] [/color] <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/scared.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />