broken pull start

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by sinking fast, Oct 9, 2009.

  1. sinking fast
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    sinking fast New Member

    Hello all ive broken my pullstart the string snaped
    iv put it all together again but when i pull to start it, the engine starts but there is about 6in of cord that does not spring back in
    please can any help or have any tricks
    :?:
     
    sinking fast, Oct 9, 2009
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  2. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    Either you cut the rope too long or didn't wind the spring enough
     
    gonzo, Oct 9, 2009
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  3. Submarine Tom

    Submarine Tom Previous Member

    if you truly are "sinking fast" then it doesn't matter!
     
    Submarine Tom, Oct 9, 2009
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  5. Frosty

    Frosty Previous Member

    Cut the 6 inch off then and re tie it on the handle.
     
    Frosty, Oct 9, 2009
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