The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area The Electrical Bay starter won't turn engine, and won't engage flywheel unless polarity is rev

I can spin the motor by hand so the starter should be able to move it.

I never knew that about starters, but I guess I've never had a reason to reverse polarity on one.

I thought I had it spinning in both directions on the bench, but maybe I better pull it out again and double check.