What is that clanking sound

[robinfla52]

Old Mercury 3.5 and it started up and runs but makes this clanking sound. I kinda think it may have to do with the starting pull cable assembly. Any guesses would be appreciated. I got this from someone cleaning out a garage. $60

 

[Mc Tool]

I think I saw something fly out from under the starter. Take it off and have a butchers, might be obvious. But if it aint the starter, maybe a coil has come loose but it sure dont sound good .you will need way more water in that bucket if you want the water pum p to work .
60 bucks could have bought a good pile of beers .

 

[Mc Tool]

Here is a good flywheel puller , 20 bucks NZ .
Forged steel , works a treat , thanks Temu