The plate that I believe you are referring to is called a "choke detent" (in a service manual) which is missing. It seems to just keep the choke knob and shaft from rocking up and down as the choke is pushed in and out. I was thinking of just getting a small flat piece of aluminum and screwing it into one of the holes that the air silencer used and having the piece extend over the choke shaft to keep it from rocking up and down. Does that sound OK or am I missing something? Also, I have another question about the engine and probably a few more as I clean and free up the siezed bolts,etc. as I go along before trying to start the engine up! The service manual recommends GM Dexron gearcase lube for the gearcase.....what do you recommend now? Is there a synthetic available? Thank you for your expertise........
