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DD931 · 01-16-2019, 10:35 AM

I was always taught that the Bendix screw shaft should be totally dry. Any lubrication will just slow down the gear moving down the screw. Seems counter-intuitive, but it's worked for me for 60 years!! I've never seen a Bendix drive that was worn in that area.

01-16-2019, 10:35 AM	#8
DD931 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Poconos Posts: 723	Re: Starter hums will not turn engine over. I was always taught that the Bendix screw shaft should be totally dry. Any lubrication will just slow down the gear moving down the screw. Seems counter-intuitive, but it's worked for me for 60 years!! I've never seen a Bendix drive that was worn in that area.