I know there was some discussion a while back about starter drive issues, but I can't find any specifics.  I've developed a problem where the starter slips and won't engage, so I suppose I'm a victim of the TCM problem at 400hr TT.  Is is possible to remove the adapter without moving the engine forward?  I have an A/C pump on the back of the engine too, so it's very packed behind the engine.  I'm not even sure what to remove.  Anyone have some ideas to make this as easy as possible?   Any photos? 
Thanks

Ron