B&S 11hp flywheel wont turn by electric starter


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Old 08-02-11, 07:24 PM
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B&S 11hp flywheel wont turn by electric starter

Installed new e-starter on my '87 Craftsman riding mower but the flywheel on the engine wont move. Any advice?
 
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Old 08-02-11, 08:08 PM
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Sounds like the engine is locked up. Can you turn the flywheel by hand?
 
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Old 08-03-11, 03:01 PM
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No, but I can't access to much of the flywheel - basically the area where the starter is mounted. Should it be relatively easy to turn or should I try and access more of the flywhee? Thanks for your help.
 
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Old 08-03-11, 03:25 PM
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Well, normally you can turn the flywheel with one hand, placing your palm on the screen on top of the engine and turning it.
 
 

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