312-8

[persof 14]

I replaced the starter on my 312-8 this evening and when I tested my work the starter drive gear "plunger" hit up against the engine shroud??? Otherwise it seems to fit fine. Any ideas?

Thanks

Francis

[WH nut 553]

Are you sure you have the right starter, it looks used

[Duff 206]

Francis, did you take the engine shround off while you were working on the engine? I can't tell from the picture, but if the shroud is slightly out of alignment that may be causing the problem.

Duff :thumbs:

[persof 14]

The starter is new from Jacks Small engine repair. I gave them my Kohler engine # and what the toro part #s were and Jack's parts guy confirmed the number. It is case the same physical size as the original.

The shroud is bolted in a number of places around the engine preventing misalignment.

Francis

[TT-(Moderator) 1,129]

Did you compare the drive style / tooth count / shaft length between the two starters?

[persof 14]

All things appear to be the same except for a black plastic "cover" on the starter gear shaft which is almost 3/8" longer than the bare shaft of the stock one. Can I remove it? I tried using moderate finger force and it didn't budge.

Thanks

Francis

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[keg 0]

i would think the plastic cover should come off? it looks that way but dnt quote me on that lol :thumbs:

[persof 14]

I called the manufacturer (Arrow Head) and he said it can be removed. I'll try it tonight.

Thanks

Francis

[persof 14]

That "dust" cover was hard to remove but Idid and all is well

Francis