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" This is directed to Joe or S

" This is directed to Joe or Sparky, but anyone who knows the answer may feel free to jump in. I am about at my wits end with my manual starter on the 15 HP OMC engine. It won't rewind right, the bendix gear is in rough shape....its just a piece of crap, just from excessive use and because I have meddled with it too much. So I have two questions: can the bendix gear be ordered by itself
and second, I have considered converting to an electric starter, is this possible or very difficult. Appreciate it you all! "
 
" JD.... The bendix can be ord

" JD.... The bendix can be order by itself. A electric start kit comes with instructions (if it's available), just take your time. And just in case:

Manual Starter Info (9.9/15)

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7 - Allow the cord to be withdrawn slowly around the spindle.

Joe (30+ Years With OMC) "
 
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