Re: 1960 CD 17 5.5hp Johnson Recoil

[Don]

Hmmm, I’m trying to remember if screw 8 can be tightened real securely without binding the pulley, I really thought it could be….The nut on top of the housing is just there to be a locknut so screw 8 does not back out….Perhaps I am wrong, others will correct me…
If I am right, then the spring might need to be lubed slightly (just spray a little oil onto the spring through the holes in the pulley), or the pulley might not be wound tight enough…
In either event, this is not the cause of the lazy plastic starter pawl. The little wires may need to be replaced to ensure there is a friction fit in the cup groove so the pawl works properly. Do not put grease or oil in the groove, on the wire pieces, or on the plastic pawl…