[hockey44]

Could I be confusing something called the "engine blocking plate" with this cover. What exactly do you call this cover- "Fly wheel inspection cover? I am totally confused having spoken to Rockland Standard Gears today (where I got the T56 who told me that the piece is part of the motor) and then called Forte's Parts in Burlington, MA and was told that the part is very important as it acts to "locate" the starter motor so it does not rely on 2 bolts. I could have misunderstood Mike at Forte's who was very helpful and will email me photos. I will try to see if I can get a photo of exactly what seems to be the problem. It seems that in order to fit the engine blocking plate you need to split engine from tranny and the stinking little piece is only a $50 item.

thanks for any clarifaction and sorry for the "dumb questions".