starter not engaging, just spins

[joecheeks]

2004 johnson 150 2- stroke
After returning form the hurricane the engine took over 30 trys before the starter engaged. Motor kicked right over when starter engaged and cranked engine. We ran engine for 2-hours, then shut down and tried to restart.
Starter just spins and does not engage flywheel. Changed battery with smae results.

Any ideas ?

[boats.net]

Sound like you may need to replace the starter drive.