Springs for the plunger in the starter clutch - RGS 1985

khaal

khaal

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Can anybody tell me the size of the springs for the plunger in the starter clutch for a 1985 RGS?

Preferably length, outer diameter, number of coils and wire diameter. Alternatively, how much should the springs stick out from the plungers?

Finally, where can I buy them?

 
khaal said:
Can anybody tell me the size of the springs for the plunger in the starter clutch for a 1985 RGS?

Preferably length, outer diameter, number of coils and wire diameter. Alternatively, how much should the springs stick out from the plungers?

Finally, where can I buy them?
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The little springs are very light. Best to get the OEM springs from a dealer near you. There have been instances where people have tried heavier springs but this prevents the good operation of the starter.

https://damclassicracing.com.au/50120001-spring-for-starter-clutch/

Pretty much everything is available for your starter clutch including complete replacement clutches using modern one-way sprag bearings.

https://damclassicracing.com.au/categories/engine-covers/starter-clutch-1.html

https://damclassicracing.com.au/40701022-sprag-starter-clutch-assy-for-series-2-rgs-1000-models/ These are low volume production to special order. You can contact us if you can't find Drysdale Engineering on the web.

 
I used the springs from these Australia Post free pens in my 1976 3CL. They have been working without any problems for years. Just the right k factor.

 

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If your springs look good and are not shredded the biggest problem with the Breganzie starter clutch is a "LOOSE BACK PLATE"

Either Tack Weld or Tap and Thread and bolt the Back Plate in position.

Get RID of them Plug-In Rivets that come loose and cause the Back Plate to Rattle.

Pack the Dogs and Springs in light weight Molly.

Hope your Back Plate isn't warped too much but if your careful you can flatten it out.

The Back Plate has to be firmly attached to the Rotor and Flattened True in order for the Dogs to work.

Another thing I will ad is to mount the snout in a drill press and use a fine file to eliminate burrs and flat spots and Polish it.

OPP's - Is that the end of the Crank, Spin it with the Starter - LOL

A Belt of Wet Sand Paper or a Emery Cloth Works ;o)

 
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