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40cpe · 10-17-2014, 08:17 AM

Fred, the governor switch terminal will have a voltage reading on it if not grounded by the governor because it is the opposite end of the coil that is energized at the wire from the coil. Once grounded, it creates the magnetic field that pulls the points closed to energize the solenoid.

You are correct that the electrical system of the OD works when the handle is pulled out. It is normal. I don't think you can install a rail switch if there is no provision for it on the housing, unless you find a housing with provisions for it. You can install a manual switch to interrupt the governor circuit if it bothers you.

10-17-2014, 08:17 AM	#65
40cpe Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Star, MS Posts: 4,162	Re: R10 Overdrive Issue Fred, the governor switch terminal will have a voltage reading on it if not grounded by the governor because it is the opposite end of the coil that is energized at the wire from the coil. Once grounded, it creates the magnetic field that pulls the points closed to energize the solenoid. You are correct that the electrical system of the OD works when the handle is pulled out. It is normal. I don't think you can install a rail switch if there is no provision for it on the housing, unless you find a housing with provisions for it. You can install a manual switch to interrupt the governor circuit if it bothers you.