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jerry-ahrens
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    quote Buccaneer:

    Thanks for the replies. Jerry, are you saying the “ratchet” that the
    starter pawls engage in, is hardened metal, or the flywheel?
    I can’t remember what size drill bit is required to install a 1/4″
    heli-coil. Not sure if one can drill out the old threads in a 1/4″
    bolt hole, and still have enough “meat” to tap for 5/16′.
    Will look tomorrow and decide the best way to go.

    Right, the ratchet, couldn’t remember the correct terminology. That thing is very hardened. Make sure you drill to the correct size…. an auto parts store will have the right drill bit. Otherwise you will pull the Heli Coil right out.