Recent content by RevB

If the pump gaskets are stiff and inoperable the exact opposite of what you describe will be the condition.

If it's flooded, simply remove the spark plug and pull it over a few times...then wait. Fuel will evaporate. Install plug, reattempt starting. You don't need to pull it over 25 times in rapid succession.

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...