Starter problems continue

[nightstalker]

I took the starter off my 1994 225 Johnny and she turned fine. She won't turn the engine over when bolted on (problem started after I fogged the engine). I replaced all the cables cleaned the posts, etc (the "star" engages the toothed wheel but only humms after that). Can a starter be worn to a point where it will turn over without a load, but not be good enough to turn the engine over? Is there any way to check how good it is? I'm thinking of removing the plugs to see if she will turn the engine over with less compression. I can turn the head by hand, so I know the engine is not seized up. The Johnny dealer will sell me a new starter for $300, but said I own it if the starter wasn't the problem. I want to be sure that the old one is bad before I lay out the $300. I'd appreciate any help you can give me with this decision.<br />Stalker

 

[Trent]

Re: Starter problems continue

Try another battery. If that does not work. Carry your starter to a automotive starter re-build shop. They can fix it for less than 75.00

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Starter problems continue

They can go bad that way but I'd follow Trent's advice. We have a starter guy here who does the same thing.

 

[nightstalker]

Re: Starter problems continue

Thanks for the help. I'll take it to a starter shop and have them check it out. A $75 rebuild sounds a lot better then $300 for a new one.<br />Stalker

 

[seahorse5]

Re: Starter problems continue

Turn your flywheel over by hand to make sure that the motor is not hydraulically locked from too much fogging oil.

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: Starter problems continue

instead of the 300 dealer starter, try www.outboardstarter.com

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Starter problems continue

Or Here:<br /><br /> web page

 

[nightstalker]

Re: Starter problems continue

Thanks for all the help. I took the starter to a local shop who rebuilt it for $79. I just put it in, and she turned over like a dream. Once again, the forum saved the day.<br />Stalker