95 Force 70 hp starter problem

[ClarkD]

I understand how the gear works that engages the flywheel: My starter engages the flywheel and just spins, won't turn the engine. I can move the flywheel by hand, and I thought my battery was strong, even had a booster backup. Is there another clutch inside not engaging or is the starter not getting enough current?

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: 95 Force 70 hp starter problem

The bendix is shot.Take it to a starter rebuilder and get a new one.And while he has it have it gone thru and check the brushes.J

 

[moparman]

Re: 95 Force 70 hp starter problem

might try a little lube on the bendix shaft that the gear runs on as they tend to get dry and won't allow the bendix to travel all the way to the flywheel,if the starter works good enough to crank after trying this,save your money for something else till it goes out for good . MOPARMAN ROLL TIDE

 

[moparman]

Re: 95 Force 70 hp starter problem

might try a little lube on the bendix shaft that the gear runs on as they tend to get dry and won't allow the bendix to travel all the way to the flywheel,if the starter works good enough to crank after trying this,save your money for something else till it goes out for good . MOPARMAN ROLL TIDE [going gator hunting in december]

 

[ClarkD]

Re: 95 Force 70 hp starter problem

Thanks,

I removed the starter and found that the starter drive gear appears to be free spinning. I ordered a replacement part at $20, will post result. Not definitely sure if it's the problem but better than $120 for a starter.