jmurray77 0 #1 Posted January 1, 2013 Hi... I was plowing at night and the headlights went out. When I shut off the engine, it would not restart. No starter, nothing. The next morning, I replaced the fuses (all of them) and then the starter would go and go, but it wouldn't actually start. I notice the starter works fine with the sparkplugs out, and the spark plugs look good. I am now assuming there is an electrical issue, but I have no idea where to begin looking. Thanks for any help. Jon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,129 #2 Posted January 1, 2013 :WRS: What tractor are you working with? (post the model number if you have it) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmurray77 0 #3 Posted January 1, 2013 It is a 418-8. A v-Twin. I am unsure of the year. It was a hand-me-down that has been both useful and frustrating/educational! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,595 #4 Posted January 1, 2013 The 418-8 is 1987 model number 31-18K801. You can download the operator manual in 3 parts from the Manuals named Tractor 1987 400-Series OM Pt2 #810473R1.pdf Tractor 1987 400-Series OM Wiring Pt3 #8104... Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,576 #5 Posted January 2, 2013 did you check to see if the battery charge is adequate, over 12 volts. if you were plowing with lights on you might have just run the battery down eric Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liketoplayto 6 #6 Posted January 11, 2013 sounds like u blowed a fuse that was issue i had with my 312-8 so i replaced fuse then after awhile started blowing consistantly so i had to replace fuse box cause it collects lot of crap and moisture and everything corudes and then start hitting each wire inside causing it to over load the fuse anyways thats what my problem was Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
