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MBellRacing
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Starter Clutch Help!

Post by MBellRacing » Tue Sep 13, 2016 1:44 pm

Hey guys,

I requested help in my build thread, but I figure this is a better place to put this...

The time has come for me to rebuild my starter clutch. It was making awful noises, and now has resorted to allowing the starter motor to just spin freely. Can someone walk me through the process of getting to the replaceable starter clutch components? I heard it was behind the rotor, so it's fine that that is coming out. Just want to know how far back to go, what tools to use, etc.

Thanks in advance!

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Re: Starter Clutch Help!

Post by Seadog » Tue Sep 13, 2016 2:58 pm

MBellRacing wrote:Hey guys,

I requested help in my build thread, but I figure this is a better place to put this...

The time has come for me to rebuild my starter clutch. It was making awful noises, and now has resorted to allowing the starter motor to just spin freely. Can someone walk me through the process of getting to the replaceable starter clutch components? I heard it was behind the rotor, so it's fine that that is coming out. Just want to know how far back to go, what tools to use, etc.

Thanks in advance!
There's really very little to it. Even I can do it. Just remove the rotor and everything is mounted in the back of it. No further disassembly. Springs, caps and rollers. They just pop in. You don't really need tools - maybe needle nose pliers. It'll take longer to clean up the area than to replace the parts. Do you have a rebuilding kit?

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Post by MBellRacing » Tue Sep 13, 2016 3:05 pm

Now THERE's good news! Thanks!

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Post by Hamamatsu Nippon » Wed Sep 14, 2016 11:21 am

Yes the starter clutch is behind the rotor. Make sure the Philips screws are tight, and the rollers, pins and springs are clean and move freely.
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Post by cknight » Wed Sep 14, 2016 11:43 am

I don't want to ignite another engine oil type of debate, BUT, the Honda service manual says to put a light coat of extreme pressure lube on the rollers. I've always tried to keep everything dry, but that doesn't mean anything.... Any input would be appreciated. Thanks, Chase

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Post by mike1969 » Wed Sep 14, 2016 12:27 pm

You will need some type of puller. A large metric bolt will work. Someone here can tell you the correct size. It's an easy job with a correct puller.

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Post by G-Man » Thu Sep 15, 2016 2:39 am

16mm x 1.5

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