1988 110hp starting issues

procraft88 · #1 (**permalink**) 06-11-2011, 02:54 PM

I have done many things to my motor but continue to have issues with starting. Currently nothing happens when turning the key. The tilt still has power to raise the motor up and down but turning the key does not activate the starter. The starter has been sticking causing me to engage the starter to fly wheel and motor would start. As of now I cannot even get the starter to spin. I need help as I would like to start using the boat. thanks

highcountry · #2 (**permalink**) 06-11-2011, 04:30 PM

Sounds like it's time for a rebuild or a new starter. Pull it of and take it to Napa, I think they can check it on the bench.

procraft88 · #3 (**permalink**) 06-11-2011, 04:53 PM

thanks highcountry. I will take starter off and call NAPA to see if they can test. I will let you know.

procraft88 · #4 (**permalink**) 06-11-2011, 05:48 PM

update: I went to take the starter off and noticed that the nut was loose on the solenoid ***y. I tighten it up and the motor started like it was brand new. thanks for your help.

highcountry · #5 (**permalink**) 06-11-2011, 07:26 PM

Thank God, it's usually the stupid things that cause the problem. Glad that you have it up and running. Fish away