Homer1
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Well, I've just finished installing a new V-twin CT series engine, 27 horse on a mower, but the starter seems to bind up trying to turn the crank over for the first time. Is this normal? Everything appears to be wired correctly, and the switch is functioning as it should, the starter just doesn't seem to have the balls to turn the crank. Should I manually turn the crank a few times and or remove the plugs and lubricate the pistons prior to initial starting? The starter is engaging, it's just attempting to move, and then humming loudly, but the crank only moves slightly and then stops.
Yesterday I noticed that the battery was low from where it has been sitting, and the PTO would barely engage, so I charged the battery this morning and assumed that might be all it was. However upon trying again this evening it's still doing the same thing.
Any advice is appreciated. I am no expert, but I am learning.
Yesterday I noticed that the battery was low from where it has been sitting, and the PTO would barely engage, so I charged the battery this morning and assumed that might be all it was. However upon trying again this evening it's still doing the same thing.
Any advice is appreciated. I am no expert, but I am learning.