1967 Evinrude StarFlite 80 HP Outboards Service Manual, PN 4359, Page 82Get this manual
fIf the pmlOn does not properly engage the flywheel, the pinion and screw shaft assemb ly may be worn distorted, or dirtyLocate cause of binding and correct before completing assembly place with fine wire or stringAssemble brush holder and armature to frame and field assembly, and remove string or wireSee Figure 7-13dReplace commutator and drive end heads to complete starter motor assemblyeCheck starter motor with no load testWith 12 volts applied to the motor terminals, maximum current should be 60.0 amperes and minimum speed should be 8000 rpmSee Figure 7-6
gThe starter solenoid is sealed unit and is not serviced separately To test the solenoid, operate the starter switch, or apply 12 volts from separate batterySee Figure 7-12The solenoid plunger should give an audible cli ck as it operatesThe solenoid must be replaced as unit if defective
REASSEMBLY OF STARTER TO POWER HEAD
aThread two thru-bolts through starter motor mounting bracket and through starter motor assemblybPlace starter in pOSition against crankcase, and attach mounting bracket to power head with caps crew 3504