Recent content by gfarr51

Thank you for the question, unfortunately the starter is the original equipment. I wish it was that easy of a fix. Ive been at this since February and no closer. We are getting into the season where I can really put it to use.

Yes, the ring gear all the way around is in good condition.

i live in the mid west but its always nice to have a backup plan. Thanks

This is a really good idea. I live in the mid west where there is a lot of farming. Thanks.

Have never tried to move the flywheel in that direction, from side to side. Will try that first thing in the morning. Thanks. Its worth a shot.

Still trying to fix this issue with the starter not engaging the flywheel. Tried shimming the starter which did get it closet but not completely - I run out of bolt with too many shims! Could it be the flywheel? because it is missing many of the fins. Its a VH4D Wisconsin. And, if so...

I took it down to a local generator/ starter repair shop and had it tested. It tested ok, but still installed a new ( rebuilt) original equipment starter.

I worked on it all day. It's a little frustrating. I did notice, like you, that it does get too tight in the flywheel and is not able to release. At least there is a feeling that it Can be fixed. Thanks for your help.

Have not measured the output shafts to compare. Will do that this afternoon. Thanks for that. The new starter is original equipment and the battery has not been tested but cranks hard-- just doesn't engage the flywheel

One picture shows where the starter bolt up and the other is a shot from behind the skid steer looking forward.

Yes, I will do that tomorrow. Thank you That is a great idea. If I take washers and grind out a slot in each to fit over the 3 studs, that may help in removing/reinstalling over and over. Great tip thanks. I'll try that today

Yes, it works properly. It spins counter clockwise

I have this older model , just purchased, and the starter will not engage the flywheel. New original equipment starter but apparently the gears of the starter do not reach the teeth of the flywheel. Starter taken back out and bench tested as good. Anyone ever have a similar issue?

I have this 1975 Owatonna Mustang, Wisconsin VH4D that will not engage the flywheel. As though the starter drive is just not extending out far enough to reach the teeth. Anyone ever experienced a similar issue. Replaced with new original equipment just now. No luck