1976 4.5 hp recoil pull rope replacement

[scotthc]

Hi,
I've been struggling trying to figure out how to properly install a new pull rope into the recoil. In particular, I purchased the OEM pull cord and it came with a small piece of round bar similar to TIG weld wire in one end. I assume this is supposed to go into the slot in the recoil assembly but cannot figure out how in a way that will prevent the rope coming out of the slot. Please help, thanks.
Scott

[boats.net]

Yes end with pin in it goes into recoil pulley.

[scotthc]

yes I know but how? Pictures??

[boats.net]

Insert rope into hole in pulley and align pin so that it will catch on pulley. Don't have any pictures of it.

[Henningcircle]

Trouble with vibrating pawls

Hi,
I've been struggling trying to figure out how to properly install a new pull rope into the recoil. In particular, I purchased the OEM pull cord and it came with a small piece of round bar similar to TIG weld wire in one end. I assume this is supposed to go into the slot in the recoil assembly but cannot figure out how in a way that will prevent the rope coming out of the slot. Please help, thanks.
Scott

Dear all, I bought an end of 70's/early 80's 4.5 2-stroke.
Running smoothly.
After having taken the rope starter construction apart and checking and cleaning all the parts I assembled it again.
I needly put it back together.
Now the pawls (teeth that come out when pulling the rope) are vibrating/trembling when the motor is running. (Pawl: Mercury Quicksilver 30596 - Pawl, Nla @ MarineEngine.com)

What can I do to fix this?
Should I screw on the top nut harder?