I'm working on trying to replace the Starter and Bendix on a '97 750ss. I have it all apart and there is water inside where the Bendix and Stator are. Is this Normal? Also not sure how to remove the bendix gear, I think I need to remove the "FlyWheel", Could it be a left handed thread? I'm new to Jet Ski repairs, just trying to save my girl a few bucks on this old of a machine. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated!! Thanks

 

I've never seen the starter on a ski but to my knowledge you shouldnt need to take the flywheel off. The bendix should disengage from the flywheel so it doesnt interfere, but if it does need to come off it will say in your repair manual. Water gets everywhere, so it shouldnt be a big problem if it happens to be there, but no you probably dont want it there.