[TR] TR6: starting the engine without the gearbox in the car?

[Randall]

> I currently have the transmission out but the flywheel and 
> clutch are  installed.  Can anyone think of a reason that you 
> cannot bolt the  starter onto the engine backplate with some 
> shims and start the engine with
>  the transmission out of the car? 

Should work fine, just be sure the engine is adequately supported; even if
it decides to backfire.

Randall