Finally got the starter repaired and 211LF back in the air this afternoon for a couple of high speed passes and a couple of "stop and go" landings.
For those of you with Continental pull type starters, don't damage the bushing for the plunger on the starter as I did when replacing the "garlock" seal. They don't make the part any more and you can't buy a new one anywhere. I found a used bushing from a rebuilder for $35. It really isn't an item that wears. It's the separate seal that leaks the oil. With that repaired and a new O ring in the quick drain I finally got back in the air after three weeks. Sure felt good !!!!!!!! "211LF, you are cleared for a low approach runway 11" YEEEEEE HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA Larry Flesner
