Well fellas, got the sunsport out for Memorial Day weekend and had some starter grinding/whining issues. I ended up getting the boat going, but could definitely tell that the drive was still engaged with the motor running (loud howling noise). Took her home and got the starter off. The drive sprocket is definitely chewed so I ordered a new one. My question is: What kind of grease/lubricant is used for the bushings and planetary gears? I've read white lithium grease should do the trick, but I just wanted to make sure before I put it back together.

BTW--the ring gear looked okay. Shew!!

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