Anyone else have problems with the bendix spring not kicking the gear out? I just installed mine and when I turn the ignition, it just spins.
1757323
Yes! I installed this starter about a month ago and every 7th or 8th start it doesn't kick the gear out. It just spins. It will work eventually, but I have to keep trying to start the truck over and over. Please let me know what you find out. Thanks.
1757324
No I have not had that problem. I had a issue on another starter not from Amazon it was from a local part store. Had a bur on it which didn't allow the gear to spin freely .Id bench test it and see if there is a rough spot on the shaft. It might be just stuck,a little oil might free it up. Sorry you have a issue with your new starter..Hope this info helps.
1757325
I haven't had any problems with mine. Although someone else installed it for me.
1757326
Nope. I heard sometimes you have to install shims, but that wasn't my case.
1757327
No problems with mine. Went in perfect! Not one issue in 2 + years. This strong starter fixed my cold weather starting issues.
802040
On the first try, I accidentally had the fork turned around backwards. Make sure it's facing the right direction (look at the decals). That was the only problem I had. Hope this works for you!
599932
New fuel choke? What was wrong with the old one? I haven't used electric starter on these. I would try the choke at different positions, all the way open and all the way closed. Make sure power switch is on. I do recall the chock being a little sensitive at first. Try using pull chord instead of electric start. Check your oil levels too.
1080831
Same thing happened to me. If you wind it to much it will start making a clicking sound and you can break it. All I did to fix it was push the little leaver that holds the bb's from comming out until it unwinds completely because the crank isn't cycleing correctly. I did it a bout two or three times and it's working good now.
1835948
Make sure the lighter is upside down and hold it firm. Make sure u insert can direct down not sideways and push it down and hold it for about 3 second bursts about 5 times. Mine works amazing. Some times if it's not upside down a and straight and can tilts it can happen. Push can down firm. I only use premium fuel cans
1429550
Mine does the same thing sometimes off and on for quite a few years , I tore it apart but could not find anything wrong. just make sure the paddle is tight on the crank arm and that the crank arm is tight on bottom bracket stem. Internally it's fairly simple and strong, not much to go wrong.
27270
Yes Eric it does come with the bendix gear as the picture shows. When the starter gets power and spins the gear will fly up and catch the gear teeth on the flywheel which will turn the motor and hopefully start your engine. I might add that the teeth on the starter gear that I ordered was steel-which is good. Save your old starter for parts if the bendix gear is still good in her. They can be swapped out. Good luck and stay safe in our world. glenn
1870605
Mine too - the switch on the shifter only seems to have two contact points - Park and Reverse. I tested this switch with an Ohm meter when I installed the shifter and then again a few weeks ago, thinking I missed something on the first go around. All I have been able to determine is that Park allows the ignition circuit to engage and reverse operates the back up lights. Honestly, I am not real thrilled with my Sports Shifter for this and a few other quality issues (like reverse doesn't freely engage - almost have to ratchet into reverse, Can get "Park" to line up with the indicator but then each gear down is misaligned).Sorry wasn't more help Mine too - the switch on the shifter only seems to have two contact points - Park and Reverse. I tested this switch with an Ohm meter when I installed the shifter and then again a few weeks ago, thinking I missed something on the first go around. All I have been able to determine is that Park allows the ignition circuit to engage and reverse operates the back up lights. Honestly, I am not real thrilled with my Sports Shifter for this and a few other quality issues (like reverse doesn't freely engage - almost have to ratchet into reverse, Can get "Park" to line up with the... » Read More Mine too - the switch on the shifter only seems to have two contact points - Park and Reverse. I tested this switch with an Ohm meter when I installed the shifter and then again a few weeks ago, thinking I missed something on the first go around. All I have been able to determine is that Park allows the ignition circuit to engage and reverse operates the back up lights. Honestly, I am not real thrilled with my Sports Shifter for this and a few other quality issues (like reverse doesn't freely engage - almost have to ratchet into reverse, Can get "Park" to line up with the indicator but then each gear down is misaligned).Sorry wasn't more help « Show Less
867276
Sounds like your throttle input from your radio is wrong. Go through the set up again paying particular attention to how the throttle is set. At mid stick it should be at least 60%.
809550
How crazy, the same thing happened to me. I could not fix this myself. I had a guy at an oil shop take a look and he fixed it for me. Sorry that's not much help but I tried on my own for hours and couldn't get the right timing. Drove for a week like that!
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Nelson, My coil was still good when I replaced my Pertronix breaker-less points. I am using the standard blue Bosch 043-905-115C 12v coil in my '82 Air-cooled Vanagon. If you "Google" that Bosch number you will see that the coil is available in many places online; the search may also help you figure out if that coil is the one you need...if you have a 12v AC VW...that is probably it...may want to verify if you have CA or Fed. emissions...seems like it makes a difference for the coils... I have Fed.. Good Luck! Hope you can get 'er to turn over!
1410074
So far Schwinn has been very good about getting back to me, but not so good in fixing the problem. I have replaced the control panel, nearly all the wires and the dc motor. It still doesn't work, but they are still working with me. If either of you have any luck, please let me know via this post.Thanks
1794422
I have and it's bugging me. Took the thing apart to check the cables, etc. Everything seems fine. I've been trying to find out about the magnet that belongs on the flywheel. I can't find any? Wondering if it dislodged when it was moved and now the sensor does not register that the wheel is in motion so the bike computer idles out?
260927
It sounds like a shift senoloid problem but I'm not sure if this the right one for your year or for a THIRD gear problem. I had a 02 focus which wouldn't shift properly until I turned the overdrive off. I went to advanced auto and they plugged in their diagnostic tool and gave me the code. You want to make sure you get the correct selonoid since there are 4 or five of them. I got the part and dropped the pan to install it and all is well. If you get the code and the correct part you should be good to go. Good luck.
2033804
Mine too - the switch on the shifter only seems to have two contact points - Park and Reverse. I tested this switch with an Ohm meter when I installed the shifter and then again a few weeks ago, thinking I missed something on the first go around. All I have been able to determine is that Park allows the ignition circuit to engage and reverse operates the back up lights. Honestly, I am not real thrilled with my Sports Shifter for this and a few other quality issues (like reverse doesn't freely engage - almost have to ratchet into reverse, Can get "Park" to line up with the indicator but then each gear down is misaligned). Sorry wasn't more help
1020601
Darrell ... I love mine and I've never had a problem with it so I can't help you with parts . The manual say anything about parts ? , good Luck
1568578
Thank you Al, I had the same problem. Use both hands and twist in opposite directions - and keep twisting until it coils right up.