Starter choices

Would you consider having your starter repaired/rebuilt by a local shop?
If there was a local shop that could do it in a couple of days, sure. I don't know if parts for a "Powermaster XS Torque" starter are off the shelf things though. It doesn't even have a real "snout" on it. AFAICT it was expensive when new so if I could get it rebuilt I probably should instead of just tossing it on the scrap pile.

I'm also considering trying to get the mini starter off my road runner that is going to restoration soon and won't be needing it. I don't remember how much hassle it was to install that one but if I can find a gap where it will come out that might not be a bad idea.