Starter Rope replacement
1971 Evinrude Fisherman 6HP outboard motors
a. Remove high tension leads from spark plugs, and ground high tension leads.
Pull starter rope out until it is fully extended, then allow rope to retract (less than one revolution) until rope end on spool faces port side of motor. Lock starter in this position by lifting starter pinion gear to engage flywheel ring gear, and holding in place with handle of pliers.
b. Remove starter rope handle.
c. Remove rope from starter spool.
d. Cut new rope to a length of 56-1/4 inches, and fuse ends over a flame for a length of 1/2 inch. Ends must be stiff to hold in spool or rope anchor. Thread rope through slot in starter spool.
e. Thread rope through motor cover and install starter rope handle.
f. Holding starter rope handle to keep starter from rapidly rewinding, remove pliers from under starter pinion gear. Allow starter rope to rewind normally.
Updated on: Saturday, November 21, 2020