1979 Johnson 55hp el55079

[91johnboy]

The starter will not engage the flywheel. Do I need a new starter or starter solenoid?

 

[91johnboy]

battery fully charged. The gear that engages the flywheel will not move up to engage the flywheel. I have tried to pull/pry this gear up with no luck. The starter spins, but the gear will not move up.