Merc pull cord help ?

[MichiganMan]

The pull cord on my 1983 Merc 7.5 hp is badly worn but not broken. I have never had it apart. Can someone give me an overview of changing the cord ? Can this be done without uncoiling spring tension? Your help is very appreciated.
Thanks for any help you can give.

 

[Fisher77]

I have a manual that covers your Merc. somewhere. I will look for it, and see if I can post pics of the repair steps for you.

 

[Fisher77]

Here are pictures of the manual. They are clickable to enlarge them.

 

[MichiganMan]

I have a manual that covers your Merc. somewhere. I will look for it, and see if I can post pics of the repair steps for you.

Thanks for the reply and offer Fisher, I did get it changed.

 

[Fisher77]

You bet bud, any time. I had submitted a reply with pictures, but I think it is under moderation. Glad you got it fixed.