Angler 6hp Pinion Gear

[duckaholic]

Well here it is..duck season starts and the second trip the outboard is needing repairs. Can't say I didn't see this one coming though.

Alright, the plastic pinion gear on the starter unit broke on my 67' Angler 6hp. I've got the replacement part in hand. One problem, as I'm trying to put this damn thing back together I'm realizing I probably should of done some research prior to jumping in a tearing it apart. I can't get the main spring to wind tight so there is a recoil. Does anyone have any information or instructions on putting this back together or information on tighting the spring?

 

[joereeves]

(Manual Starter Cord Installation)
(This pertains to the vertical type of Manual Starters such as the 9.5hp and later 4.5/6/8hp models etc)
(J. Reeves)

1 - Have a pair of vice grips handy set so that they will grab the top of the starter spindle tightly but will not damage it.

2 - Using a large screwdriver inserted into the top of the starter spindle, wind the starter in a counter clockwise direction 12 to 14 turns, stopping so that the cord locking slot is facing the away from the engine.

3 - Lock the spindle in that position with the vice grips, letting the vice grips lay against the flywheel.

4 - Insert the cord as needed and make sure it is retained properly at that slot.

5 - Feed the cord out the starter cord hole at the front of the engine and attach the handle.

6 - Grip the cord tightly so that the spindle cannot spin around rapidly, then release the vice grips.

7 - Allow the cord to be withdrawn slowly around the spindle.