FYI cross posted to Open Forum

Hey all... I have a 51 Hornet Sedan with a single range Hydramatic. The car has not been on the road or really running since 1979 and I am having a bear of a time getting it to run on anything other than starter fluid. The car has a '55 308 in it as indicated by the casting numbers, worn blue-grey paint, and H-315 tag indicating a manufacture date of August 31, 1955. Supposedly this car has a Nash flywheel which takes a different starter? The car however still has its original MCH 6107 from '51.

How can I tell if this car has a Nash flywheel? Is the starter something that needs to be replaced with the proper part? The moment the engine catches the bendix disengages and spins on up with no resistance. Overall the relationship between the bendix and flywheel doesnt sound like the happiest.

Thanks

Ray