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I'm not a fan of electric starting on push mowers -- it adds a lot of complication and weight to a machine that's better kept simple. So I'll probably never own one.

But I'm curious about these models. Does the OEM charger have any specs written on it -- like the charging rate in amps (or miliamps)?

Thanks for the photo.

That's a nice find. I like those older F engine models. If cared for, they run forever.

Here is the charger that goes with it. I got one of these exact 8238ae models that actually had the charger and rear bag for $10 for everything!

Sweet deal!

i was looking at that one on craigslist thought about it but didnt have the funds have you got it started up yet or does it need work
thats the exact pic on the post too

no I did not start it yet but it has good compression and the tank was dry and clean. It was in storage for 8 years and will need a carb cleaning and some grease on the recoil as it was sticking a bit its also a good idea to shoot a little oil gas mix into the cylinder before running but it will have to wait till spring

A Hobbico battery used to start R/C airplane engines will indeed start a Lawnboy. I have one on my 8481AE. It will not fit under the factory green plastic housing, a point to consider if you want to keep it OEM. I mounted mine with 3M outdoor mounting tape. Cost is 24.00 VS 80+ for the factory battery.

Jeff

Here is a small battery:

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