5.7 Starter Issue

Curtis Macdonald

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May 24, 2018
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Boat Info
1990 Sea Ray Sundancer 250DA
Engines
5.7 SE106 stern drive
I bought this boat and soon found that it has a starter issue. It's a 1990 250DA with a single 5.7 Mercruiser.
Someone has apparently replaced the original starter with an Arco aftermarket.
The problem is that sometimes it jumps and skips while attempting to turn the engine over. I pulled the starter off and noticed some minor starter gear damage and the ring gear still looks ok, but you can see where it is showing some signs of wear. So I bought a new starter and installed it. It worked fine for the first couple of times I started it, then back to the same issue. I noticed that the starter bracket was missing? And I did noticed some slight bent starter bolts.
So I have just ordered another starter and the starter brace. Does anyone have any advise? Is that starter brace that significant? Thanks!
 
most hi-tork PMG starters dont use the brace, the old style need the brace .
If the bolts are bending there either too long, the wrong ones or were not tightened
 
I see you are a new member....welcome to CSR....

are the new starters you are installing 'ignition protected' marine starters that will not ignite any gas fumes that may be present in the engine room?.....automobile starters are not 'ignition protected'.....

just want to be sure you know the difference so we can keep you around for a while.....;)....

cliff
 
I see you are a new member....welcome to CSR....

are the new starters you are installing 'ignition protected' marine starters that will not ignite any gas fumes that may be present in the engine room?.....automobile starters are not 'ignition protected'.....

just want to be sure you know the difference so we can keep you around for a while.....;)....

cliff
Yes, but thanks for checking on me! LOL
Bigger problem now, found water in the oil........motor coming out now. I'm going completely through it now. I wish the previous owner had of been up front with me. At least I will have the peace of mind when I get finished. I'm a mechanic by trade (buses), but this is my first Mercruiser pull. I'll get there, with some occasional questions. Thank you.
 
with your background you should have no problems rebuilding the Mercruiser engine if that is what is needed....you may need to buy, borrow or rent a few special tools......

good luck and keep us posted....

cliff
 
Pulled the motor......ring gear on the flywheel is toast. Rebuilding the motor right now. Just ordered a 168 tooth ring gear as well. Nice clean engine compartment and factory wiring. Can't wait to set her back in and watch it perform on the water. This boat has never run right since I bought it.
 
let's see some pics!.....

cliff
 

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