jcstokes wrote on 03/19/13 at 17:57:37:As far as parts interchangeability goes, check getting a late model starter as these are less prone to destroying the bendix drive, if it backfires while starting
A true back fire with a savage is as rare as hens teeth.
What does happen on a pre'95 is kick back on shut down.
The engine will spin backward if it stops on the compression stroke.
This will engage the starter gear and bust out the mounts or bust teeth.