OK; thanks much for the suggestion. Had the starter re-built about 6 weeks ago. Although this newest problem was going on before the starter was fixed, do you think the work on the starter has anything to do with it?
OK; thanks much for the suggestion. Had the starter re-built about 6 weeks ago. Although this newest problem was going on before the starter was fixed, do you think the work on the starter has anything to do with it?
It is possible. I would start by making sure the wire from the ignition switch to the coil is in good shape. Hook up a volt meter to the coil positive. Turn on the key and make sure you have full battery voltage there. Jiggle the wires and make sure the connections are good. Move the key around in the ignition switch and watch for voltage loss there. t would not be the first time an ignition switch went bad in that manner. Don't leave the key in the "Run" position for too long, it will burn the points. A few minutes is OK.
If you don't feel comfortable with a meter, just try wiggling the key in the ignition switch while the motor is running and see if it cuts out.
Last edited by bmorgil; 04-27-2020 at 11:57 AM.
Not unless some wire got jiggled or loosened somewhere. Once the starter has spun the engine over, it's really out of the electrical system until the solenoid energizes it again.Originally Posted by minnesotawillys
I like BMorgil's approach, get it running and just jiggle wires to try to get it to sputter. It works on airplanes a lot more than aviation electricians want to admit.
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