1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

[macminn]

I have a 1989 Johnsoon 150 V6. Sorry I don't know the technical terms for all these parts. When I turn the key, the gear that the starter kicks up to engage the flywheel doesn't kick up high enough to engage the flywheel.<br />The battery has a full charge, and it doesn't do it all the time, probably 65% of the time. Also, sometimes when it engages, it only engages for a short time, not long enough to start.<br />It will usually eventually start, but I'm selling the boat and can't sell it this way.<br />I'm assuming this is the starter. Am I correct? Or could it be the solenoid, or even the battery? I did fully charge the battery.<br />Tell me where to start and how to test the starter.<br />Thanks much.

 

[jim dozier]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

First check the battery if you haven't.<br />Second lubricate the starter drive gear so that it slides up and down easy.<br />Third check the starter motor connections and battery cables/connections.<br />Fourth check the starter motor.

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

Sounds like the Bendix drive gear needs cleaning and lubricating. Use some WD-40 and a toothbrush to clean up the shaft good and then lightly lubricate it. Even if this fixes it, it dosn't hurt to go over the other stuff either.

 

[93bronco]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

i believe i have one of those starters what is your part #

 

[hunt-fish.com]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

Jack is right on. I had the same problem with my '90 115. WD 40 to lubricate the Bendix fixed it right up.

 

[jrc27]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

i am still having a similar problem only the bendix gear goes up and stays up, then grinding a bit.. not turning motor over enough to start.. i cleaned the gear, tested battery( which is less than a month old) could this be the solenoid? is there a way i can jump over it to test? if it is the solenoid can i use a part for a ford(i heard that i could somewhere)

 

[JB]

Re: 1989 Johnsoon 150 starter problem

Moving to JohnnyRude Troubles