120hp chrysler, starter spins sometimes.. problem? or no? whats wrong?

dom_litty09

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hi i have a 1971 larson boat with a 1976 120hp chrysler outboard engine. it starts and runs fine but sometimes when i turn the key to start it it doesnt catch and the starter just spins.. then sometimes i have to let it sit for a couple mins b4 i try again, and sometimes it will just fire up with the next key turn, but sometimes it will spin again.. whats wrong? is it a problem? what should i do about it? if someone could help me out id really appreciate it.. thanks
 

jerryjerry05

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Re: 120hp chrysler, starter spins sometimes.. problem? or no? whats wrong?

Try lubing the worm gear under tyhe bendix.Just a LITTLE grease.Too much and it will ruin the bendix.
The starter might need to be rebuilt.Check all connections.Load test the battery.JJ
 

dom_litty09

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Re: 120hp chrysler, starter spins sometimes.. problem? or no? whats wrong?

ok thanks
 
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