The CB77 kicker goes forward. When you are ready to put the case-cover back on the motor, assemble the complete kick-start with tension on the circular spring. When you begin to align the case cover with the motor, you will have to wind the kicker to the proper position when folded and slide the cover into place to engage the kicker gear. Just be sure the spring is wound in the correct direction.
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