Re: recoil starter dogs on 76 merc 200 (20hp) not engaging? no help in clymers m
Re: recoil starter dogs on 76 merc 200 (20hp) not engaging? no help in clymers m
If you are still having problem I have just cured the same problem.<br /><br />1. The position of washers: small flat round one goes between top of spring cover and housing.<br />2. The cupped washer has open end towards the dogs, closed side towards spring, and the crinkled sprung washer sits on the open cupped washer.<br />3. The dogs rest (round side) to the cupped washer. The flat side points outwards and engages with the flywheel extension.<br />4. The cover activating plate fits such that as it is turned it pushes the dogs out.<br />5. Cord is wound anticlock, looking at the dog plate.<br />6. Bolt should fit in and be a flush finish with the dog plate.<br />7. Fit it into the housing, going upwards, so it doesn't all fall apart.<br />8. Tighten spring, slide retaining washer on and tighten carefully. As soon as you can no longer turn starter loosen off a fraction and keep loosening until just gripping.<br /><br />When you pull the cord now the cover plate should move slower and open the dogs. If it does it should catch and turn the engine.<br /><br />If there is wear within the components you may have to "flick" the cord to ensure the dogs open enough to catch. I am working on this bit. But aas long as I give a r/h fast flick I hear the dogs open and engage, keeping tension on and pulling fast the engine starts.<br /><br />Hope this helps.<br />reefer_31
