entropy 104 #51 Posted September 22, 2014 And that Onan motor, may have it's weaknesses, but when it is running right it sure is a joy. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
km3h 543 #52 Posted September 22, 2014 The thing that makes this forum so great is the total experience of the membership and their willingness to stay with a problem until it has been solved. There are very few who claim to be total experts on all problems but up here you will always find someone who is knowledgeable with your particular problem. Factor in the friendliness of the entire group and you can see why no one goes away with an unsolved problem. As for the problems of the Onan, I submit that if folks would only follow the recommended maintenance procedures, such as valve adjustment and de-carbon every 500 hours, and especially cleaning under the engine shrouds so air can flow, these engines would last a lifetime. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geno 1,928 #53 Posted September 22, 2014 When I first started this process I was unable to get the demystification guide. That is when I started replacing parts as I had no guide. Once I got the demystification guide it was much easier to trouble shoot(side note, every one should have the demystification guide!). The coil was bad, the plugs and wires were in need of replacement. The BIG $$$$$ item(ignition trigger/module) is in box original is on tractor. Had her out today and ran for about 2 hrs, it quit once near the end. Sounded as if it lost spark. Waited about 1 minute as I looked it over. Restarted without a problem and continued to run until I put it away. I think it is now fixed and yes I should have listened to the advice here on the forums before replacing parts willy nilly. My Father always believed in the KISS philosophy, Keep It Simple, Stupid(if a light does not work make sure it is plugged in first). I did not follow this when I started my repairs. I now know quite a bit about this tractor so as you said Martin, it was not all in waste. As a word of advice to any who read this thread who are having spark issues........ Get the demystification guide and CHECK ALL THOSE CONNECTIONS!!!! And support these forums by becoming a member. Much gratitude to all those who offered advice! Dave Glad you got her fixed Dave. Before you know it you'll be one of the guys helping people and we need as much help as we can get! We just hate to see people spend hard earned money that they don't need to spend. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
