starter on 70 horsepower johnson outboard

[ryanwbay69]

I have a 70 horse power johnson outboard when trying to start my boat the bindex wont engage the fly wheel it stays at the bottom and free spins when i turn it over any suggestions whst could be causing the problem?

 

[Will Bark]

Either bad battery connections; dirty bendix shaft, low power out of battery that you need to have load tested or a starter that needs to be rebuilt at starter/alternator shop unless you can DIY.Good luck.

 

[boobie]

Got a model # ??

 

[Bosunsmate]

Hold the top of the starter shaft with a spanner and check that you can spin the bendix a bit, if not its stuck there with dirt/corrosion etc

 

[racerone]

Those starters are easy to inspect / repair , could be as simple as new brushes.------They can be found for about $5.00 at the local starter repair shop.

 

[gm280]

Sounds like it's time to remove and rebuild, as least clean and lube if the brushes and armature looks good...

 

[emdsapmgr]

Bypass the starter solenoid. Jump the starter direct from a known strong battery with a set of automotive jumper cables. If the starter cranks the flywheel normal rpm's with the jump-it's the solenoid (or perhaps the key switch.) If you still don't get proper rotation with the jump, then you may want to follow the prior recommendations to rebuilt it yourself.

 

[steelespike]

Usually the bendix needs some lube WD40 will work temporarily.
A spray lube would be more permanent.

 

[boobie]

Read post # 3 again !!!!