ib18
Chief Petty Officer
- Joined
- Mar 2, 2013
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- 489
what is the sign of a bad starter for a 1982 Johnson 90 hp v4? I am dreaded to open the starter up to clean it, but I have experienced some occasional starter non-engaging. I cranked the motor, but the starter will make squeaking sound without engaging.the flywheel. Is it bad and time to open it up to decarb the starter or buy a new starter? So, it happens on my last outing especially when the motor was shut off and engine is cold after 2 hours of fishing. Sometimes, it starts right up in the first crank of key, other times just squeak but no engaging flywheel.