starter problems...

[suzuki40]

This motor is going to be the death of me... Ok, went out to crank the motor: 1982 mariner 50hp.<br />The starter motor turns over but wont engage? tried tapping the bendix, and starter? battery is fully charged. I get one thing fixed and another goes bad. The motor has been turning over fine for about a week that I have had it. any ideas would be helpful?<br /><br />Suzuki40

 

[Bear]

Re: starter problems...

No big deal. Just lube the axle and the bendix will move freely. WD-40 or similar will do the job. Just spray WD-40 on the axle and wipe it off. Then spray it one more time.<br /><br />One more thing, check the battery. Even if it has been charged recently it can be going bad.

 

[suzuki40]

Re: starter problems...

I guess it doesnt take much to push the bendix up?<br />So, you are suggesting that I dont need to replace the starter?<br /><br />Suzuki40

 

[Bear]

Re: starter problems...

I think the starter is fine. <br />Just try what I suggested before spending more money.

 

[suzuki40]

Re: starter problems...

Thanks, I'll let you know what I find out.<br /><br />Suzuki40

 

[Bear]

Re: starter problems...

Just ran into this one by Mr Schematic<br />"Try lubing the spline that the drive assembly rides on. (armature shaft)<br />Also, lift the drive upward manually, and lube the shaft from below as well....use engine oil."<br /><br />Engine oil will do the job. And the correct name is armature shaft

 

[JB]

Re: starter problems...

Hi, Suzi40.<br /><br />Be sure all connections of high current cables are clean and tight, special attention to the battery ground to engine block connection. Don't look, take it off and clean it.<br /><br />Good luck.

 

[suzuki40]

Re: starter problems...

Thank you, Im checking it out now, came in to get some tea, and put grease all over the keyboard typing.LOL!<br /><br />Suzuki40

 

[The Marine Doctor]

Re: starter problems...

Oiling the bendix might help the problem...if it does not...just by a new bendix. No need to buy an entire starter.<br /><br />TMD

 

[suzuki40]

Re: starter problems...

Hey Bear,<br />I done what you told me and that fixed the problem. It starts every time. thank you for saving me a $166.00 bucks for a new starter.<br /><br />Suzuki40