Bought a USED Craftsman LT2000 Tractor recently, The Original Tractor came with a 17 HP Engine Model #917.273140 - the original engine blew so it was replaced with a 20 HP Kohler V-Twin Engine by original owner. The NEW Engine was put on the tractor it is a KOHLER V-TWIN 20 HP - Model # CV624S - Spec # 65578. I have multiple problems - 1st Battery will not charge - 2nd Starter stays engaged even after releasing the starter switch. There is a constant Voltage still on the BLUE Wire going to starter. I've replaced the start switch and Solenoid with a BRAND NEW START SWITCH and SOLENOID but still have same problem. If I remove the BLUE Starter Switch from starter the STARTER WILL DIS-ENGAGE ONLY IF I REMOVE THE WIRE DIRECTLY.
I want to try and nip this at the BUD but want to know if this is a Wiring Harness ISSUE or something ELSE, maybe possible RELAY. There are two harnesses on the tractor, one for the engine and one for the Electric components. Where can I start to try and get this solved? Do I replace the ENGINE Wiring Harness with new or do I replace the Electrical Wiring Harness from the Tractor. Any help would be greatly appreciated. It appears the wiring harnesses are not capable.
I want to try and nip this at the BUD but want to know if this is a Wiring Harness ISSUE or something ELSE, maybe possible RELAY. There are two harnesses on the tractor, one for the engine and one for the Electric components. Where can I start to try and get this solved? Do I replace the ENGINE Wiring Harness with new or do I replace the Electrical Wiring Harness from the Tractor. Any help would be greatly appreciated. It appears the wiring harnesses are not capable.