Reply To: Electric start issue

[George Emmanuel]

Richard,

I agree with Frank, and also with Billw. I also have my 2cents worth to toss in. The starter, assuming it has never been rebuilt, is now approaching 70 years of age. Depending on how much it was run during its prime years, the brushes may be well worn or there may be a dead spot on the commutator. But connections can really cause problems. On my 70hp 1987 Johnson, the starter was lazy. Casey Lynn, retired OMC tech rep told me to check the negative post stud on the side of the engine block. He said to remove it and clean the threads both internally and externally even if the stud shows no signs of corrosion. I did that and the problem was solved. You couldn’t tell there was any internal corrosion from the outward appearance! But, it was there!

Good to see you making a post! Had hoped to see you and Azrik at Tomahawk!

George