1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

[Higgins79]

I'm not the best motorhead around so please help. I just bought a 35 Evinrude and the pullstart does not engage. It doesn't move the flywheel at all. I found out that the lockout lever is broken but I'm prtty sure that this only keeps it form starting when in gear. If you have any ideas please help.

 

[B-Dozer]

Re: 1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

sounds like the dawgs to me. They are spring loaded and are supposed to pop out and catch when you pull the rope. I would start there if I were you. By the way Great motor I've had a 1979 35hp johnson (same motor) for 10 years now, best motor I've ever owned!

 

[Higgins79]

Re: 1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

Ok I'll get out tomorrow and check it out. I hope it runs as well as your soon!

 

[Haffiman]

Re: 1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

Pos #11 in below diagram. However quite often the springs needs to be changed as well.
http://www.marineengine.com/parts/j...&manufacturer=Evinrude&section=Rewind+Starter

 

[Higgins79]

Re: 1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

Yeah I've been looking at marineengines and I found that #10 pawl pin laying in the bottom of the motor hull, lucky me that little thing is expensive! Would replacing this pin on the pawk be very difficult?

 

[Haffiman]

Re: 1979 Evinrude 35hp Pullstart problem

It is all a 2 min job once the starter is removed.
Remove #13 with a small screwdriver.
Assemble #10 (2),#11, #12 as one 'part' and put it on.
Put #13 back and test by pulling the cord.
Note that it works by friction between #12 and #6, so keep oil and grease away!!
Only some grease on the pin holding #11.