Bendix problem

[fisherindark]

My starter turns and the bendix jumps up and locks in the flywheel. The starter shaft keeps spinning but the motor doesn't turn over. The motor is not locked down, I can turn it with my hand

 

[pnwboat]

Re: Bendix problem

Sounds like the bendex is bad. There is a clutch mechanism in the bendex that sounds like it's slipping. Try spraying some carb cleaner up inside the bendex. If that doesn't work, replace it.

 

[fisherindark]

Re: Bendix problem

thanks. I will give it a try