XTM XC Problem
 

hi all [8D]:)[sm=sunsmiley.gif]
i got a xtm x-cellerator a few weeks ago,:D and ever since i got it the one way bearing or what ever they use in the pull-start has been giving me problems.[:-][:o] At first it just didnt grip the crankshaft,[:@] it did this at random, but now it has just locked on to the shaft and wont release![:-]:(:([sm=drowning.gif]
please help :eek::eek:
[sm=idea.gif]thanx in advance!:D[sm=wink.gif]

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

Since it won't release your engine could be flooded or even hydrolocked. Lets hope not, but try to get the gas out then start it.

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

Good Point
If this is the problem, take out the glow plug and give the engine a few tugs. Fuel will spray out, then reinstall the plug and try again.

Also, I would carefully take off the starter. As you are taking it off, try not to disturb any of the internal parts on the starter as re-coiling it is a pain. Usually when I do this the oneway bearing is remaining on the starter shaft. From here you can try to turn the bearing in order to see if it is functioning properly.
Ryan

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

I have had a bunch of xcs They are a good truck but the weak link is the pull start. Mine have run much better after I tore that pice of crap off.

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

mine starts up in 4 pulls. its been a great truck ever since i got it tuned. but yeah sounds flooded.

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

One pull for me and a screw is still missing. The HPI Roto-Start fits perfect.

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

Rotostart wont help if he has one way bearing problems. Clean it, and lube it. see what that does.

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

hi all
the engine is difinitley not hydrolocked or flooded, it is definitley the one way bearing, i cant even got it off the crankshaft![X(]

Help please!:eek:

RE: XTM XC Problem
 

Hmm, find a flat head screwdriver and see if you can pry or pull it off with that. If that doesnt work, find a hammer and GENTLY tap it on every side of the nut. It should come loose eventually!