>Howdy Volks,
>
>My '72 Westy, Stimpy, is having problems starting.  When I get in and crank
>the starter, it sounds like it or somepart of it is spinning, without
>engaging the flywheel.  If I put Stimpy in gear, and rock it forward and
>back (just a inch or two), it will then start.  I tested the battery at 
>the local FLAPS, but the result only said "charge and re-test."  I went 
>ahead and bought a new battery (the old one was over 5 years old), put it
>in when I got home, and the exact same thing happens.  The generator light
>doesn't come on when I'm driving, and I don't notice any other electrical
>problems.  Any ideas?  I did a cursory examination of the starter/solenoid,
>and didn't notice anything out-of-the-ordinary.  The solenoid was replaced
>16 months ago, but I suspect a different problem, since the symptoms are
>different (Bad solenoid, nothing happens.  This time _something_ is 
>happening)

	Make sure your starter bolts are tight.. if they come loose it
doesn't engage the flywheel (but it spins real good).  Worn teeth also
inhibit flywheel enagement.  i decided to replace mine when i put the new
engine in because the worn teeth and crummy solenoid made starting a
somewhat chancy venture.

CHUCK

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