Originally Posted by ashtonsser
thats a first, almost looks like something jammed itself in there and bent it. The starter doesnt apply a downward force like that but more of a turning force. Thats pretty weird.
But yeah the design doesnt look very good as well.
thats a first, almost looks like something jammed itself in there and bent it. The starter doesnt apply a downward force like that but more of a turning force. Thats pretty weird.
But yeah the design doesnt look very good as well.
There is a normal (perpendicular) component of force in gear tooth action. The material under the teeth looks too thin. The teeth are hardened and that may have caused the base material to crack and fail.
Very poor design.