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Tom Wesenberg · 08-09-2021, 10:27 PM

The starter helix needs to be clean and rust free. I use a thin coat of ATF on it so it doesn't rust, but heavy oil or grease will keep it from spinning forward into engagement.

Also make sure the small spring and pin on the end of the drive moves freely and has a drop of oil on it.

08-09-2021, 10:27 PM	#11
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: Starter Stuck The starter helix needs to be clean and rust free. I use a thin coat of ATF on it so it doesn't rust, but heavy oil or grease will keep it from spinning forward into engagement. Also make sure the small spring and pin on the end of the drive moves freely and has a drop of oil on it.