Problem with Briggs and Stratton pull start assembly

Johnnywycliffe

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I recently disassembled my Murray model 22265x8C mower because the cord snapped off. I managed to replace the cord up to the point where the cap (part 456 in the diagram linked below) went on. It refuses to move normally, even after stripping it down, cleaning and greasing it.
If I remove the cap and just use the screw, the pull cord comes out and retracts as normal. When the cap is on, either it falls off (screw to loose, but the cord operates properly) or the winder wont turn because the screw plus cap is too tight.

Did I break something by removing the screw from the cap? I'm pretty sure the cap is supposed to turn freely on Briggs and Stratton mowers.

I will provide pictures if necessary.

Diagram of assembly:
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