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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 02:39 PM
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i got a 81 shovel,i need help with,,,i just replaced the starter on it ,,,and it seems like it just spins over,,,it kicks out and spins,,,but the small gear that ingauges the clutch ring,,,doesnt seems to turn ,,,it just spins freely on the shaft??? and suggestions

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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 03:16 PM
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Go and get an new starter drive. Go to a small independent shop and save some $$

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Old Oct 12, 2009 | 09:00 AM
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Replace the Bendix gear on your starter drive. It's the little gear you described that doesn't turn.
 
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