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Like trimmer line can't as well.

Trace the white back and run a separate new wire to the switch S terminal that supplies the 12v solenoid. If that works you're looking at two relays that must operate to send power on to the solenoid.

A replacement head that uses cable or wire rope. That'll keep you busy trimming and not changing line all the time.

Those cheap modules can be used to convert an old points and condenser saw to electronic trigger so don't see why they wouldn't work the same as a name brand. I've converted a few old McCollough and they start easier and run just as well.

Ground?

I think it's more "disturbing the Force"......electric mowers have that effect.

Full throttle?

You are now, officially, a parts cannon. 🤔

Pretty simple....cut out the back of the frame hole.

If this machine has any time at all on it, and a lot of starts, the starter commutator get glazed and the brushes don't make adequate contact. All you'll get is a sight click from the relay or the stronger one from solenoid. Easy fix. Remove and disassemble starter. 600 grit paper to clean the...

If it cranks when jumped, what made you think it was the solenoid? It has to work to actuate the Bendix.

How old is the mower? Lots of hours? If that's the case might want to drop the starter and check the commutator. Neighbors mower did just what you describe so pulled it for them and cleaned the heavily varnished commutator. It's an easy fix if you have the tools and skills. The one thing I would...

Mine on a 54" Lightning has lasted from 2008. They are units originally designed for gates and the big 10' sat dishes, ball and screw actuators. Be wary of the travel at the very end of the stroke as sometimes the unit will not retract because the ball has reached the end of the screw and...

Just for those reading this, the washer is a Belleville type that is cup shaped. The concave side goes toward the shaft the convex side toward the bolt head. If put on upside down the washer is just along for the ride and secures nothing.