1976 ... 65hp Merc Outboard starter problem .....

[shotguns]

I have a 1976 ... 65hp outboard # 50-65436 ... with a new starter that won't start ... you hit the key ... the starter spins , but he gear that comes up and turns the fly wheel spins , but does not spin UP and make contact with the flywheel ....starting the motor .... am I doing something wrong ? Any help would be great ....
Thanks Doug

 

[racerone]

Are the battery cables hooked up correctly?-Red to positive ?

 

[shotguns]

Yes, that is one thing I did check

Thanks ......

Are the battery cables hooked up correctly?-Red to positive ?

 

[fastjeff]

Shoot some penetrating oil on the starter shaft and work the gear up and down manually.

If that won't do it, the starter is shot--not making enough torque to throw the gear up there.

Jeff

 

[franklenz]

You can also disconnect the starter terminals and attach a voltmeter. Have someone turn the key, and make sure you are getting 12v to the starter. If less than 12v, it may be the starter solenoid.

 

[shotguns]

It was the solenoid .... it had me fooled as it was letting some voltage threw , but not enough ... works like a camp now...
Thanks Guys ....

 

[franklenz]

Through and champ....sorry. Ocd