I am reinstalling my former Prestolite starter, after testing it still works by applying 12 volts. It does work, so I am ready to reinstall it. But following the test the Bendix pinion is now in the forward "engaged" position, and I can't figure out how to get it to retract? Is there some knack here?
Normally it would retract after the engine starts and reaches X rpm. Spinning the prop (plugs out) does not work retract the pinion.
Bolting the starter in place with the Bendix pinion in the forward position does not look like a good idea, as the pinion would put unknown stress on the ring gear when you tighten the mounting nuts.
Maybe someone here knows the solution!
Normally it would retract after the engine starts and reaches X rpm. Spinning the prop (plugs out) does not work retract the pinion.
Bolting the starter in place with the Bendix pinion in the forward position does not look like a good idea, as the pinion would put unknown stress on the ring gear when you tighten the mounting nuts.
Maybe someone here knows the solution!