I thought about offsetting the pattern but the only thing I don't like about that is the positioning of the lineup pin on the crank flange. I want to make sure the line up pin fits nice and snug. If I were to drill a second offset bolt pattern the pin would be landing just off center in one of the unused holes. the toyota holes are very close to where they need to be for the benz already. The slot will be less than 2mm. I am taking the flywheel to the machine shop today. Sounds like the machine work will be about $60.
The next step will be to get the starter setup. I'm hoping I will be able to use the gear from the toyota starter on the benz starter since the benz starter actually bolts to the engine block. And the toyota starter looks to be too small and weak for the diesel compression.
