So, after getting the carby issues sorted I have found the next problem.. the starter motor.

The photo is a little blurry but I think I can work out what's going on here. The gear doesn't appear to be coming back down after the motor has started and hence all the teeth are gone. I guess that's what happens when you get old, lose all your teeth grin

[Linked Image from lh3.ggpht.com]

My plan would be to buy this (https://www.outdoorking-forum.com.au/index.p...mp;cPath=193_195_204&products_id=369) and replace the drive assembly.

Two questions:
Will that solve the problem?
How do I replace it, is it just the pin holding it all on? be great no having to disconnect the fuel tank again smile

Thanks
Nathan