1989 60 HP eltpo wont start

[DFTWS]

My starter spins but won't engage flywheel, is this the starter? Can it be DIY repaired?

 

[racerone]

History on this issue?----Charge the battery and load test the battery.

 

[DFTWS]

History on this issue?----Charge the battery and load test the battery.

Batteries are both new and fully charged. After changing battery, tried again, starter gear rose once, made a loud noise, then nothing. Now the key switch is dead as well

 

[racerone]

I can not touch your motor.-----Will the flywheel turn?----How long have you owned it?----When did it last start / run for you?

 

[DFTWS]

Flywheel turns. Purchased last fall. Ran before I winterized it

 

[Texasmark]

My starter spins but won't engage flywheel, is this the starter? Can it be DIY repaired?

For the Bendix to operate properly.....slam itself into the ring gear, it takes amperes in the starter. Too few and there isn't enough energy available to get the Bendix up and into the ring gear. Other problem could be a dirty starter shaft.....other problem could be bad connections.......other problem could be a low current battery due to sulfate buildup or just in need of a good charge........finally if all that fails, get out your CC and get ready for a shocker in the cost of a new starter.

 

[DFTWS]

I found a replacement starter on Walmart for less than $60

 

[Droid]

Here's one on Marine Engine for $15.96 & probably better quality.