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    parryo1 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 22, 2009, 10:27 AM
    Starter kick back on Briggs lawnmower
    When I pull the starter occasionally it will jerk the rope back sharply. What causes this jerk back? Is it a compression problem or a rope problem?
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    KISS Posts: 12,510, Reputation: 839
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    Feb 22, 2009, 03:04 PM

    The clutch between the pull rope and the flywheel needs replacing or cleaning.

    There should be no dirt inside the assembly. There are about 5 ball bearings, so if you take it apart, don't loose them.

    The spinning portion can get a little grease.

    Cost is either $0 or $15. $15 if you buy a new one.

    It spins off, but is difficult to get off. Use a band wrench or put one of the screws back in and LIGHTly tap the tab with a hammer. Don't wedge anything in the fins of the flywheel, they will break off.
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    Feb 24, 2009, 04:23 PM

    Take the flywheel off and check the flywheel key.if you need more advice,let me knower.

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