G'day Lockstock
Is it normal for the starter motor to cut out and then re-engage the flywheel when trying to turn the ignition on? It seemed as though it was making the engine cough when it was doing this....
The starter pinion is on a lead screw so when the starter spins the pinion gear engages with the flywheel but when the motor
runs the flywheel is spinning quicker than the starter so this will disengage the starter pinion.
If the motor fires or runs while cranking then it is normal for the starter to disengage .
Sounds like the carby needs a good clean out .
Cheers
Max.
