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koates · 10-14-2021, 06:54 PM

I have never ever seen a generator being able to turn over a flathead V8 engine via the fan belt even if the generator is powered up from the battery to make it motor, just not possible. Now you finally make a mention that you have replaced the starter solenoid. You have the wrong solenoid or the one you have is wired so that it engages as soon as you turn the battery switch on and the starter motor is cranking the engine over. NOTHING TO DO WITH THE GENERATOR. With all respects some people who know nothing about auto electrics should leave these jobs to people who do know what they are doing. Disconnect your small solenoid wires and see if the cranking stops. Regards, Kevin.

10-14-2021, 06:54 PM	#27
koates Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Melbourne Australia. Posts: 2,079	Re: NEW starting problem I have never ever seen a generator being able to turn over a flathead V8 engine via the fan belt even if the generator is powered up from the battery to make it motor, just not possible. Now you finally make a mention that you have replaced the starter solenoid. You have the wrong solenoid or the one you have is wired so that it engages as soon as you turn the battery switch on and the starter motor is cranking the engine over. NOTHING TO DO WITH THE GENERATOR. With all respects some people who know nothing about auto electrics should leave these jobs to people who do know what they are doing. Disconnect your small solenoid wires and see if the cranking stops. Regards, Kevin.