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littlewing78:
I broke my second kick starter last weekend.  I didn't want to pay $100 for a new one right now so I decided to make one.
I bought a long socket wrench for 10 bucks and used a socket that I already had. 16 mm socket is about the perfect size. The wrench handle is very tough so I don't think it will bend too easily. Not quite finished yet but I think its going to work fine for a bit.

Foxx4Beaver:
not bad....my only concern is,did you have to heat the wrench/metal up to bend and form it into shape?.....I'm not 100% sure,but that may have weakened the metal substantially....good luck,and use alot of care on those first initial kicks.
I know if it were me,I'd dish out the money for a new one,and keep the home-made one for emergency use only.....just my thoughts.
Foxx

Magnus:
I made one of a socket wrench when I was waiting for a new one, seemed rock solid, but after about 20 starts it bended.. I think you may have to harden the steel some way to make it last.
looks good though, Im sure it will last longer then mine :-D

littlewing78:
I did have to heat it up to bend it.  I knew it would weaken it.  This is just a temporary fix until I get another one. Why waste an opportunity to make something though.  I enjoy it.

crazyolbastard:
I may not know much, but this I do know.

Heat it in the oven to about 400 and let it cool on its own.
Just let it sit in there a while then turn it off and come back in an hour or two.

It should help.

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