This seems like it'll be the fix for my 2001 Wave runner. Replaced a broken starter and only heard the starter spinning without engaging flywheel. Will update if cleaning or replacement fixed it.
I have a super strange problem for me on my wave raider 700 the bendix pops out and mates with the crank but the internals free spin and the gear won’t turn it for some odd reason
Karsten Grinderslev No problem. I've had the boat for about 5 years now. It's really easy to work on once you get into it. If you ever have any problems I'll be happy to help with other videos.
Karsten Grinderslev BTW if the boat has the original oil lines, you really either need to replace them, or remove the oil injection and install the block off plates on the flywheel cover and just Pre-mix. I chose to just pre-mix. It's not a pain whatsoever, and it's nice knowing that when my boat is getting gas, it's also getting oil. The old lines will FAIL! Trust me.
I only have one question and I hope you can answer it asap: If the bendix gear on the starter of my 2015 Yamaha FZS SVHO doesn't disengage even after the engine has already started, will my starter get damaged if I still continue to use the ski?
I have a yamaha jet ski and the setup for the starter looks about the same, starter actually looks identical. When I crank it it sounds like it engages and turns over but just for a second, and then disengages but the starter keeps turning. what could be causing this?
+Klayd C is sounds exactly like what I describe here. The bendix is froze. The starter spins the bendix fast enough for the spring to pop out and engage the flywheel. After sitting for the winter, these things can lock up pretty easily. Do what I say here. Take the cover off, an see if you can free it up by getting your hand in there. You may also have some chewed up teeth on either gear. IE... Starter, or Bendix
I'm gonna give this a shot this week... My issue sounds exactly what you've described here. Amazing video Aaron! Thanks
This seems like it'll be the fix for my 2001 Wave runner. Replaced a broken starter and only heard the starter spinning without engaging flywheel. Will update if cleaning or replacement fixed it.
Any update to share?
Thank you for that clarification. I was wondering what was happening with my starter.
Thanks ,wasn't sure how the bendix worked ,but U explained it perfectly ,thanks
Super helpful. Saved my lake day!
I have a super strange problem for me on my wave raider 700 the bendix pops out and mates with the crank but the internals free spin and the gear won’t turn it for some odd reason
thanks for the DIY - I'm new to the boat - thx!
Karsten Grinderslev
No problem. I've had the boat for about 5 years now. It's really easy to work on once you get into it. If you ever have any problems I'll be happy to help with other videos.
Karsten Grinderslev
BTW if the boat has the original oil lines, you really either need to replace them, or remove the oil injection and install the block off plates on the flywheel cover and just Pre-mix. I chose to just pre-mix. It's not a pain whatsoever, and it's nice knowing that when my boat is getting gas, it's also getting oil. The old lines will FAIL! Trust me.
Great info. Thanks a lot!
Is there a washer that goes on the backside of the bendix against the case? If so, do you have the part number…
Thank you very much brother.
I only have one question and I hope you can answer it asap: If the bendix gear on the starter of my 2015 Yamaha FZS SVHO doesn't disengage even after the engine has already started, will my starter get damaged if I still continue to use the ski?
I have a yamaha jet ski and the setup for the starter looks about the same, starter actually looks identical. When I crank it it sounds like it engages and turns over but just for a second, and then disengages but the starter keeps turning. what could be causing this?
+Klayd C is sounds exactly like what I describe here. The bendix is froze. The starter spins the bendix fast enough for the spring to pop out and engage the flywheel. After sitting for the winter, these things can lock up pretty easily. Do what I say here. Take the cover off, an see if you can free it up by getting your hand in there. You may also have some chewed up teeth on either gear. IE... Starter, or Bendix
Is there a trick to getting the flywheel cover off ? Mine seems to be stuck on the bottom somewhere
If you are positive all the bolts are out it honestly is probably just the magnet pulling on it and need to apply some pressure.
Hi, don't know if you'll get this comment but what size socket do i need for the bolts on the cover?
If I remember correctly you can practically take the whole engine apart with 8mm through 14mm. I believe it was 10mm, but it has been awhile.
How do you remove the fly wheel? I need to remove the bendix
You need a flywheel puller
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