Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): B&S 3HP model 80202 sheared woodruff key, woodruff key, starter clutch
QuestionI tried to replace a starter clutch and think I may not have tightened it enough. Now it wont start. It "pops" when I try to start it. I took the starter clutch off again and it looks like the woodruff key on the flywheel may have sheared off. So - my question, I suppose, is how can I get the flywheel off with a sheared woodruff key? I'm just a DIYer with limited tools. Also, assuming I cant do it myself, what should I expect a shop to charge to do it? Thanks for your response - I'd really like to finish the job myself if I can.
AnswerIt may require a special puller to get the flywheel off with a sheared key. But most of the time
you can just run the nut on the crankshaft even with the top of the crank and then put a socket over the nut. The hit the socket with a good sized hammer. This should jar the flywheel loose.