I just installed a competition clutch stage 2 clutch/flywheel combo, and got it all back together. I turn the key, and it sounds like the starter spins freely. I just get a loud windy sound like a motor under no load. The starter is installed correctly, and flush with the bellhousing. Any ideas? is it possible to install a starter on Hondas and not have the starter engaged to the flywheel? Its just strange...

 

Is it possible to install the flywheel backwards? I dont know if it will even go in backwards, but you may have to check that, unless someone has a better suggestion.

 

I wont say its impossible although you'd have to be pretty good... haha. Its def in the right way. Thanks though!

 

pull starter out again and look at the teeth on it and then look at the teeth on the flywheel , dose anything look funny ?

 

check the teeth ring on the flywheel to see if it's loose. The flywheel maybe a 2 piece flywheel where pressured screws are holding them together...

 

maybe your starter solenoid isn't engaging in? pull your starter out and use a pair of jumpers to make it turn over and check if its popping out.